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Melanie Porter
EditorAfter finishing her master's in publishing and writing, Melanie began her career as an online editor for a large gaming blog and has now transitioned over towards the iGaming industry. She helps to ensure that our news pieces are written to the highest standard possible under the guidance of senior management.
Business
January 11, 2023
Superbet Inks Strategic Partnership with Digital Payment Fintech OKTO
Superbet will generate a complete digital payment experience for its customers, with special emphasis on the OKTO.WALLET alternative for betting terminals with self-service which has also been embraced by the operator. The OKTO mobile app and the cashless payment platform will now become available in Superbet’s retail network, following their attempt to create a unified payment […]
Legal
January 11, 2023
SC Bill Would Amend the Constitution and Allow Legislature to Legalize Gambling
However, the passage of the new amendment would not actually make gambling activities legal on its own. Instead, it would allow the state legislature to have a say in this regard and vote for it. The Bill, Referred to the House Committee on Judiciary The new bill that has the support of representative Todd Rutherford […]
Business
January 11, 2023
Malta-Licensed Casinos Reach Record Number of Online Players in January-June 2022
The figure reached a new high compared to the H1 2021 decline registered by the same casinos. The same is true when compared to the previous high reached by this indicator in the first half of 2020. What Triggered the Rise in MGA-Licensed Casino Players? The increase in the number of players who preferred MGA […]
Business
January 10, 2023
Slotmill and SoftGamings Ink Distribution Deal with Fantastic Potential
According to the terms of the newly signed deal, Slotmill’s portfolio will be available for SoftGamings’ entire distribution network. The list will include a great number of popular games like Super Fruit Smash, Money Jar, Coin Quest, and Gem Rush. Speaking about the agreement, Ternström expressed the company’s “super” excitement while praising SoftGamings’ “strong market […]
Business
January 10, 2023
Catena Media Names Carnegie Investment Bank AB as Financial Advisor
The group that offers securities brokerage, investment banking, and private banking services will pay attention to all options regarding strategic transactions and public tender offers that the group has received. While Catena Media has not yet received a firm bid for its business or assets, the affiliate did agree to sell AskGamblers to the Gaming […]
Legal
January 10, 2023
Cambodia Carries Out a Fresh Self-Declaration Taxing Model for Casinos
According to The Khmer Times, the revenue-based taxing regime was adopted on December 30, 2022, two years after the country’s highly-anticipated casino bill was finally passed. New Taxation Regime for Gambling in Cambodia The bill called the Law on the Management of Integrated Resorts and Commercial Gambling has set the tax on mass gaming at […]
Slots
January 10, 2023
Wazdan Introduces a Fresh Power of Sun Series with First Svarog Release
The fiery release introduces the first character of the pantheon, Svarog, the Slavic God of Fire. Players can expect an impressive selection of innovative game features and state-of-the-art mechanics known that have passed all field tests with flying colors. Power of Sun: Svarog Metrics Overview Reels: 5 Rows: 3 Paylines: 243 RTP: 96.15% Hit Freq: […]
Sports
January 9, 2023
Blaze and Parimatch Ink Sponsorship Deals with Brazilian Soccer Clubs
The news comes after failed efforts to introduce a regulated sports betting market in Brazil. What Will the New Deals Bring to the Table? The Blaze-Atlético Clube Goianiense agreement will turn the sportsbook into the main sponsor of the club’s kits. The exact duration of the new contract has not been made public. At the […]
Legal
January 9, 2023
Texas Considers Bill to Legalize Limited Casino Gambling and Sports Betting
The new bill would generate the necessary framework for building the Texas Gaming Commission. The new body would be responsible for supervising legalized gambling in the state that continues to celebrate its “Wild West” roots. What Would the Bill Include? Originally, the amendment was pre-filed by state senator Carol Alvarado last November. At the moment, […]
Industry
January 9, 2023
A Quarter of Betting and Gaming Council’s Funds Will Reach Its Own Causes
During its 2020 funding announcement, the BGC pledged it would use GambleAware as the main commissioning agent responsible for spending £100 million ($121 million) by 2024 on projects the charity would select on its own. BGC’s Members Have Spoken In the last few months, the council’s main members, William Hill, Bet365, GVC Holdings, and Flutter […]
