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Lawyer Alfredo Lazcano, from Lazcano Sámano, a law firm of legal experts in Gaming, Fintech, and Media based in Mexico City, participated in an exclusive interview with Yogonet to analyze the closing year. The specialist highlighted the ‘exponential growth’ of online gaming and the emergence of a new industry segment, digital entertainment; and urged authorities

Atlantic City New Year’s Eve events are being planed by several casinos! Visitors and guests will be able to ring in the New Year with parties, celebrations, entertainment, live performances and food! Atlantic City is the place to be this New Year’s Eve! Bally’s Atlantic City Ring In The New Year with Jerry Blavat and

With 2022 coming to an end arrives the moment to look back at the past 12 months. In conversation with Yogonet, Bill Miller, President & CEO of the American Gaming Association, shared insights into the progress and achievements made during the year, stating that the US gaming industry will close the year “marking a new

Online betting company 1XBET announced it has been shortlisted for eleven nominations at the International Gaming Awards, set to be held in London on February 6, 2023.  Alex Sommers, a spokesperson for 1XBET, commented: “I am very pleased that the IGA jury appreciated our work. This year 1xBet is presented in 11 nominations, while last

iGaming content provider BGaming has announced its results for the year 2022, showing growth across key metrics, expansion into new markets, and the release of 30 new games featuring new mechanics and features. The company’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) saw a +117% increase, and the number of bets and player count both grew by 2.5 and 236%

With a global event portfolio reaching across five continents, the SiGMA Calendar of Events has been released for next year, with a series of summits for the gaming and emerging tech industries – debuting its conferences in more established industry hubs as well as newer emerging markets. SiGMA Africa, Kenya, January 2023 We’re starting things

Online gaming content provider CT Interactive has concluded a deal with iGaming platform TimelessTech. The platform has a Curacao license, thus allowing the provider to expand its reach into new markets. Milena Tsankarska, Head of Business Development EMEA at CT Interactive, said: “We are proud that we have signed a deal with an operator as

The Casino Esport Conference (CEC) announced its 2023 edition will return to Alexis Park Resort in Las Vegas from February 27-March 1. The conference is set to “start the conversation on esports and expand out to everything for the future of the casino and video gaming industries.” Returning to Alexis Park, a 50,000 square-feet venue in

Poker is one of the most popular games in the world, and poker in 2023 will continue to draw millions of players. With an estimated 100 million players worldwide. The U.S. proudly holds most of the world’s poker population, with around 60 million players. U.S. gamblers account for more than 60% of the worldwide poker

BetMGM announced Monday it is now an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NHL’s Nashville Predators. The multi-year agreement includes BetMGM-branded signage throughout Bridgestone Arena, and plans to open a branded BetMGM restaurant and bar on the arena’s suite level. Matt Prevost, BetMGM Chief Revenue Officer, said: “The Predators are a tremendous organization with one

MGM Resorts International announced Wednesday it has been recognized for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change and water security by global environmental non-profit CDP, securing a place on the organization’s annual A List.  “MGM Resorts is focused on creating a more environmentally sustainable future, recognizing that climate change presents significant risks and

After a successful completion of a 6-month trial, Competition Interactive’s new slot game Running Rich Reels has received recommendation for Final Approval from the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The final step in the approval process will occur at the Commission meeting on December 22. Competition Interactive aims to shake up the world of casino gambling

A lack of disposable income, cold weather and the World Cup have left British punters spending less at casinos, said gaming operator Rank Group on Friday, pointing to weaker-than-expected three months to the end of December. The owner of the Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casinos brands also warned of lower annual profit, which prompted its

Armenia’s parliament passed on Friday by a vote of 60 to 6 abstentions, in the second and final reading, a set of amendments to the state tax law. The new rules provide for an increase in the state tax, established for bookmakers, sweepstakes, and online games with winnings. The law will come into force on

The World Cup Finals not only bring surprising  results, but also breaks records in terms of betting interest. That’s according to data from Flashscore, whose websites and apps were visited by more than 116 million people during November. The world’s leading provider of instant sports coverage recorded the best month in its more than 15-year

International Game Technology (IGT) announced Friday its Wheel of Fortune slots awarded two million-dollar-plus jackpots in November.  Last month, a player won $1.3 million playing Wheel of Fortune Triple Red Hot 7s at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona, on November 11. And on November 27, another player won $1.17 million playing the same game

Players who enjoy Dragon Link and Lightning Link games celebrated the first Aristocrat Lightning Link Lounge, which opened with a grand debut at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee in Florida recently. The new Lightning Link Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee is the first to open in the state, dedicated exclusively to Dragon Link and Lightning

Sports media company VSiN announced Thursday that it has become the latest broadcaster to join the American Gaming Association‘s Have A Game Plan. Bet Responsibly. public service campaign. VSiN’s General Manager Len Mead explained: ”As the first sports media company dedicated to providing sports betting news and analysis, we believe that consumer education is core to

According to our friends at the American Gaming Association, US gambling revenue got the month of October rose over 10% from the previous year. That marks the 20th month of growth in a row of positive gambling news in this respect, and brings the yearly totals to just shy of $50 billion. The AGA’s Commercial

The virtual world of eSports has grown tremendously over the years, and the new age has adapted well. When it first came on the scene many years ago, no one could have predicted that it would eventually become an established revenue-generating sector in its own right. But, of course, many claim that technological advancements played