Jul 08, 2024 3 min read With a record-breaking turnout, the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has solidified its place in history as the poker tournament with the largest prize pool ever. After the final tally of entries was confirmed at 10,112 players, besting last year’s record of 10,043, the prize pool
The New York State Gaming Facility Location Board has extended the deadline for downstate casino bids to June 27, 2025. This decision comes even as a bill proposing an earlier deadline of August 31, 2024, awaits Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature. New Timeline for Downstate Casino Bids On June 27, 2024, the Gaming Facility Location Board
Veikkaus Oy has a new VP of Sports Betting after former Director of Sportsbook for Kindred Group, Andreas Reimblad, joined the ranks of Finland’s state gaming operator in what it describes as “one of the most significant striker signings in the very long history of Veikkaus betting.” Veikkaus welcomes Andreas Reimblad as VP of Sports Betting:
One year after Nebraska legalized sports betting, the state’s casinos have generated over $2.6 million in revenue from the activity. The initial wagers were placed last June at the WarHorse Casino in Lincoln and, since then, the popularity of sports betting has grown significantly. Josh Lubrano of the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission (NRGC) commented: “There’s
Jul 07, 2024 3 min read Love him or hate him, Sean Perry is back in the poker world — at least for one day — after a one-year hiatus to compete in the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event. The controversial poker pro turned sports bettor had built up a stack above
Iceland’s isolated island environment is home to a booming digital frontier. Local tech companies have made great advances in video game graphics. Yet you’ll find that there is still no casino operating in the country. Despite lacking centralized data, you can chat with many people who say they participate in online gambling, especially online slots.
The Swedish Gaming Authority (Spelinspektionen) has officially prohibited Small House BV from operating within the country due to the company’s lack of the necessary licensing. This decision is part of Spelinspektionen’s ongoing efforts to ensure that all gambling activities in Sweden are conducted exclusively by licensed operators, thereby protecting consumers and maintaining market integrity. Small
The Olympic Games in Paris, France, begin on July 26 and will last until August 11, bringing together athletes from all over the world in various sports. For Control F5, a company that offers solutions for the betting and iGaming sector, this international event represents a great opportunity for the segment. In an article published
There’s never a shortage of rumors in Las Vegas… and this is a good one. Perhaps you’ve already heard the rumblings that Tao Las Vegas will take over the abandoned Marco Polo Tower tower at the Venetian. And if not, now you have. Some Sin City insiders have noticed some strange happenings around the property
Jul 06, 2024 4 min read There are former WSOP Main Event champions. There are Hall of Famers. There are multiple-bracelet winners. And then there are the thousands of others who make up the WSOP Main Event field. Here are some of their stories. Check Out Other Stories from the 2024 WSOP! Main Event Win
A recent survey by GambleAware reveals significant public support for stricter regulations on gambling advertising in the UK. The survey, conducted in collaboration with Ipsos, included responses from 4,207 adults and highlighted the increasing concern over the prevalence and impact of gambling advertisements. Demand for Increased Regulation The survey, published on June 27, indicates that
View image in fullscreen UK public support ban on gambling ads at sports events, says charity GambleAware says government has ‘overlooked’ the problem and calls for pre-watershed advertising ban The UK’s leading gambling charity has called on the next government to ban betting advertising at sports events and on pre-watershed television, citing research that indicates
Play’n GO invites players to embark on a thrilling desert adventure with their latest slot game, Oasis of Dead. This 5×3 dynamic addition to the acclaimed Dead series immerses gamers in a mystical desert, where they uncover the secrets of an ancient demonic king. As players navigate the treacherous sands, they encounter thrilling action and hidden
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has welcomed Labour’s landslide election victory and pledged to work with the new government to enhance the UK’s betting and gaming industry while driving economic growth and championing safer gambling standards. Labour secured a decisive victory on July 4, having previously promised in their manifesto to collaborate with the industry
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Jul 05, 2024 4 min read The first two $25,000 buy-in WPT Alpha8 Trifecta events have both crowned winners at the Wynn Las Vegas. Brock Wilson won the WPT Alpha8 Trifecta #1 last week, breaking a brutal streak of bad luck. His $571,400 payday marks a significant improvement to his fortunes. Wilson’s WPT Alpha8 Trifecta
The Finnish Ministry of the Interior has introduced a draft government proposal to reform the country’s gambling system. This proposal, which aligns with the Government Programme, aims to dismantle Veikkaus Oy’s current monopoly on betting and online casino games and open these markets to competition through a licensing model. The consultation period for this draft
View image in fullscreen Tory business minister bet on Conservatives winning election Kevin Hollinrake says he placed bet some months ago and some ‘may think that’s foolhardy’ but it’s ‘nobody’s business’ UK election live – latest updates A minister has said he bet on the Conservatives winning the election, but said gambling on the result
A guest at Mohegan Pennsylvania casino has won a significant jackpot worth $642,000 over the weekend. According to casino officials, the lucky winner, a man from Plains Township, hit the massive jackpot playing the Blazing 7’s Blackjack progressive table game. The win required a side bet along with the main wager, which positioned him for
International Game Technology (IGT) and Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) have expanded their Historical Horse Racing (HHR) technology footprints to Malta via an agreement with National Lottery, a subsidiary of IZI Group. As per the agreement, IGT’s product will initially represent a 100% HHR floor share at National Lottery’s first HHR venue, IZIBINGO, situated in St. Paul’s Bay, while
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