The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) announced Thursday that Compliance Officer Jo’Elle Thompson has been named to the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) “40 Under 40” Class of 2025, recognizing her contributions to the casino gaming industry. The ELG “40 Under 40,” an initiative by The Innovation Group (TIG) in partnership with Global Gaming Business
Kyle Anderson Sep 29, 2024 3 min read Hey, everyone. I’m Kyle Anderson, PokerNews ambassador and Ontario resident. Here is an update on everything that’s happened in the poker world in Ontario in the last month. Remember, ON players can legally play real money poker in Ontario, so PokerNews has come up with a list
Recent findings from the American Gaming Association (AGA) reveal a dramatic rise in responsible gaming (RG) investments across the gaming industry. The research highlights that industry spending on RG programs has soared to $471.8 million annually, reflecting a significant 72% increase from $275 million in 2017. This rapid growth outpaces the increase in gaming revenues
View image in fullscreen British gambling regulator prosecutes Sorare football game Gambling Commission accuses $4.3bn business promoted by Premier League of providing unlicensed gambling Britain’s Gambling Commission is to prosecute Sorare, a multibillion-pound company that makes a fantasy football game promoted by the Premier League, for providing unlicensed gambling. Sorare, which is valued at $4.3bn
Several of the biggest Las Vegas residencies are set to come to an end in January, February, and March of next year. The performers in question are some of the biggest names in rock & roll and country music. So who are these huge music artists saying good bye to Sin City? We’re glad you
Yggdrasil has expanded its presence in the Spanish iGaming market through a strategic partnership with Paf Group to support the launch of SpeedyBet in Spain. This collaboration brings Yggdrasil’s renowned slot portfolio, including fan-favorites like Valley of the Gods 2, to SpeedyBet’s Spanish customer base, enhancing the operator’s casino offerings. The partnership between Yggdrasil and
The UK’s Gambling Commission has initiated legal proceedings against Sorare, a digital fantasy sports platform, accusing the company of providing unlicensed gambling services. The case, which could have far-reaching consequences for the future of fantasy sports and NFT-based platforms, is set to be heard in Birmingham magistrates court on October 4. Sorare, which is valued
Sep 28, 2024 7 min read Those who have been following PokerNews‘ World Championship Of Online Poker (WCOOP) round-ups may have seen Danish player “AresVaettur” in the table of results. The Dane took down WCOOP 63-M: $530 NLHE 6-Max Turbo for $36,161, an impressive prize but one that many likely scanned past. However, there is
The Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen) is taking new steps to intensify its battle against illegal gambling outside the country’s licensing system. This move aims to protect Swedish consumers, public health, and tax revenues, which are threatened by unregulated gambling activities. The authority has announced that it will produce a comprehensive “situation description” to provide an
View image in fullscreen Calls for regulation of gambling ads in football as number of promotions soars Premier League fans exposed to almost 30,000 messages in one weekend despite restrictions, research finds Ministers have been urged to intervene to stop football clubs from setting their own rules on curbing gambling advertising, after research showed Premier
The countdown to the Tropicana implosion is officially underway, and we have less than two weeks before the walls come tumbling down! And you can prepare for an unforgettable evening at Mandalay Bay and bid a grand farewell to the legendary resort from the Foundation Room! On October 8th, join us for others at Mandalay
Recent findings from the American Gaming Association (AGA) reveal a substantial increase in investments toward responsible gaming initiatives across the US gaming industry. The total annual expenditure has surged to $471.8 million, marking a remarkable 72% increase from the $275 million recorded in 2017. This growth in responsible gaming spending has outpaced the revenue growth in the gaming sector
Nevada’s gaming revenue saw a 3.8% year-over-year decline in August, dropping to $1.16 billion, according to data released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board on Thursday. The state’s gaming industry faced its second consecutive month of declining win, largely impacted by unfavorable timing of slot collections and lower-than-expected holds on table games. Clark County, home
Sep 27, 2024 3 min read Unlucky for some, but for 13 players who were crowned champions last night, it was a very special night of World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) action on PokerStars! The festival takes its final rest day today, with action resuming on Saturday where all eyes will be on Parker
Within a year of legalizing online gambling in Canada, a surge in public complaints about the volume and content of gambling advertisements has raised concerns. A new study released by the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) highlights that regulators may be acting more quickly than the available evidence supports. This could result in policies that don’t
View image in fullscreen Half of Premier League clubs breaking code on gambling ads for children Review of gambling regulation finds clubs advertising gambling on pages aimed at, or featuring, minors Half of Premier League football clubs have advertised gambling on webpages aimed at, or featuring, under-18s, prompting concern about a voluntary code of conduct
We have a look at one of the latest slots from Spadegaming! It’s the Gold West online slot, with 5 reels, 4 rows, and 1,024 paylines! This is a medium volatility slot that features wild symbols, a Buy Bonus, and a return to player of over 96%. Plus, three scatters will trigger the free spins
Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of FanDuel, has projected that the U.S. gambling market will grow significantly, expecting it to exceed $60 billion by 2030. The latest forecast marks a notable increase of almost 60% from previous estimates made in 2022. Flutter’s stock surged by 8% following the announcement, reaching an all-time high. As part
As the international igaming industry prepares for the July 2025 relocation of iGB L!VE to London, show organizers noted that they have received another endorsement of the decision to pair the industry’s fastest-growing Tier 1 online gaming expo with the iGB Affiliate Awards, which iGB Live describes as “the most respected celebration of excellence on
Sep 26, 2024 4 min read After Lex “L. Veldhuis” Veldhuis captured his first World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) title earlier in the series, and Parker “tonkaaaa” Talbot added another four to his tally, Sebastian “peace&loove” Huber is the latest Team PokerStars member to become a 2024 WCOOP champion. Huber has racked up over
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