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BetConstruct‘s head of gaming operations Ruzanna Elchyan, shared insights about the upcoming Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards. The event will take place on December 13.  The B.F.T.H. Arena Awards has now reached its third edition, which is a significant milestone, to say the least. What unique strategies or elements have been key to sustaining and growing the success of

A new tribal sports betting initiative in California could be on the ballot as soon as 2026, but it is more likely to emerge in 2028, according to a key tribal leader. Speaking at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas on Tuesday, James Siva, chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association, said

Last year, the F1 Las Vegas race was considered a financial success for some, and a complete disaster for others. While many resorts made a bundle of cash, smaller local businesses suffered from road closures. Additionally, traffic was an absolute nightmare and casino employees were inconvenienced for months trying to navigate the maze of construction

As Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Las Vegas 2024 gets underway, Euro Games Technology (EGT) is unveiling an impressive lineup of new gaming products aimed at captivating both players and industry professionals. Among the highlights is the Bell Link 2 multigame, the Bell Link Boost jackpot, and two new Asian-themed jackpots, showcasing EGT’s innovative approach to player engagement and

Sin City has many secrets, but many visitors completely miss Las Vegas’ secret airline on display right in front of them! These government aircraft hide in plain sight, flying in and out of Vegas several times every day. However, you can’t book a ticket or even visit the terminal. So what is “Janet Airlines”? Who

iGaming content supplier FBM Digital Systems (FBMDS) and FBM Foundation are joining forces to host a special solidarity initiative linked to the Ronaldinho Crash game by FBMDS at this year’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas. From October 8 – 10, visitors to booth 2848 will have the opportunity to participate in a Keepy-Uppy Challenge, designed

It seems Sin City cannot get enough when it comes to professional sports. Now there are rumors of a Las Vegas NBA arena set to be built near the Rio. If true, that would be a step toward getting an NBA franchise, either by relocation or (more likely) league expansion in the near future. But

iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has launched The Dog House Muttley Crew, the latest addition to its popular The Dog House series. The slot sees the canines take on pirate personas in a new seafaring adventure, the company explains. The dogs sail the high seas while sporting pirate hats and eyepatches in this 5×5 cluster-pays slot,

Sin City was once celebrated for its affordability, but in recent times Las Vegas prices have transformed into one of the most expensive cities to visit in America. Rising costs for lodging, dining, and entertainment are increasingly impacting tourists. Historically a budget-friendly destination, Vegas has shifted its focus from economical stays to luxury experiences. As

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered Israel-based Papaya Gaming to cease operations in the state, accusing the company of running illegal gambling activities through its mobile gaming apps. The MGCB issued the cease-and-desist order on Thursday, giving Papaya 14 days to comply or face legal action. Papaya Gaming, which offers games like 21

Back in June of this year we published a video with details on a federal sports betting bill being proposed here in America. The Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act, or as it has become know The SAFE Bet Act, is now getting some less than enthusiastic reactions from the likes of the

The Innovation Group, organizers of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) program, and Global Gaming Business magazine (GGB) have announced the honorees of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40, a program that recognizes professionals under the age of 40 making significant impacts in the casino gaming industry. A Selection Committee comprised of gaming

Ten years ago, sports leagues hated gambling. Five years ago, leagues embraced gambling Now, DraftKings and FanDuel are being sued by one of the leagues players union. Strange days indeed, as John Lennon once wrote. So what’s the issue? As is the case so many times it all boils down to money. Not so peculiar,

British bookmaker Betfred will close its operations in Virginia from October 21st, according to the Betfred Sportsbook website. As a result of its imminent closing, the brand is no longer accepting new users, online deposits, or wagers throughout the state as of 10:00 PM EDT on Tuesday. Betfred aims to settle all outstanding wagers as an

We’ve been following the renovations at the Rio Las Vegas for quite a while. And now, the property has announced that the initial phase of the upgrades has been completed. This is an ongoing project which began back in 2023, and may take another year or two for completion. In fact, we visited the resort

With the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) set to return to Las Vegas next week, October 8 – 10 at The Venetian, Yogonet caught up with Korbi Carrison, Vice President of G2E at RX USA, to learn more about what new features and activations make this latest edition a can’t-miss event for the gambling industry. “With the incredible

If you want to watch the Tropicana implosion in person or online, we have the information to help you do so! And with police blocking streets, no public viewing area, and Las Vegas hotel room prices skyrocketing it won’t be easy! [embedded content] What left of Tropicana Las Vegas will be coming down in the

Gaming technology manufacturer Quixant has announced the launch of its advanced JAMMA hardware platform at Global Gaming Expo (G2E) – the IQ Connect 1. The product, Quixant’s latest addition to its range of hardware platforms, follows the success of the IQ 2 earlier this year. Quixant describes the IQ Connect 1 as designed to deliver

Legendary rockers Styx have schedules a five-night engagement at The Venetian Las Vegas as part of their their 2025 tour. For the first time in their 50 year career, Styx will be performing 1977’s “The Grand Illusion” in its entirety, along with the band’s classic hits. The shows will be held on January 24th, 25th,

The Rio Hotel & Casino has announced the completion of the first phase of its extensive multi-year renovation project, being led by the resort’s new management. Dreamscape Companies took over operations of the Las Vegas property in late 2023. Patrick Miller, President and CEO of Rio Hotel & Casino, said the project’s goal is to revitalize