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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
September 30, 2022
Light & Wonder Completes Final Stage of Divestiture Process for OpenBet
After announcing a $400 million cut in the sale price of its sports betting business OpenBet at the beginning of July, Light & Wonder has now announced the completion of the final stage of its gaming transformation. The company has sold the OpenBet platform to the Endeavour Group for $800 million, signaling the $400 million […]
Casino
September 30, 2022
Macau Officials Expect Over 20,000 Daily Golden Week Participants
The deputy director of the Government Tourism Office in Macau, Cheng Wai Tong, has predicted a minimum of 20,000 and up to 25,000 people will be attending the upcoming National Day Golden Week celebrations. The event will kickstart on Saturday, October 1 and it will end on Friday, October 7. What Will the National Day […]
Industry
September 30, 2022
Netherlands’ KSA Publishes iGaming Market Report for the Fall
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has published its fresh fall monitoring report for the iGaming industry in the country. The report has revealed a series of interesting things about the number of players that currently opt for licensed operators in the country, the market’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the first quarter, the average monthly […]
Industry
September 29, 2022
GKJC Launches Jockey Club Long COVID Rehabilitation Program
After expanding its board of stewards with new deputy chairman Eric Cheung and new chairman Michael Lee at the beginning of the month and announcing an impressive turnover of HKD 140 billion ($17.8 billion) for 2021-2022 in mid-July in spite of COVID restrictions, the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) has fresh news. The club has […]
Business
September 29, 2022
Xpoint Welcomes New Investors, Plans Exponential Growth
Geolocation technology company with licenses in several online gaming, daily fantasy sports, and sports betting markets in North American jurisdictions Xpoint has welcomed three new big investors during a new round of funding. The list includes The Raine Group, SuRo Capital Sports, and Acies Investments. The trio will be joining current investors Courtside Ventures and […]
Industry
September 29, 2022
FanDuel Ushers in UK Collaboration Hub in Edinburgh
Flutter Entertainment’s leading US-based business FanDuel has officially launched its pioneer UK Collaboration Hub in Scotland’s tech capital, Edinburgh. The hub will reunite cross-discipline projects, generate innovation, and bring FanDuel, Flutter UK and Ireland, and International division colleagues under the same rooftop. 250 Brand New Jobs Underway The UK Collaboration Hub will generate 250 fresh […]
Legal
September 28, 2022
Luxor Casino Bomber Escapes from Custody
43-year-old Porfirio Duarte-Herrera was given a life sentence in 2009 for killing Willebaldo Dorantes Antonio, a former employee at Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs eatery at the Luxor Hotel & Casino on the Vegas Strip. As prosecutors on the case managed to prove, Duarte-Herrera used Omar Rueda-Denvers as an accomplice. Dorantes was Rueda-Denvers’ ex-girlfriend’s new partner. […]
Industry
September 28, 2022
Ohio Issues Geolocation License to GeoComply
Leading, Canadian-based geolocation security service that offers online security solutions and fraud prevention options GeoComply has been handed the first-ever geolocation and Know Your Customer (KYC) license in the Buckeye State. The commission issued a conditional license to GeoComply after releasing ten other operator licenses and four supplier licenses, further paving the way towards the […]
Slots
September 28, 2022
Habanero Unveils Taiko Beats Japan-themed Slot
Casino slots and table games supplier Habanero has launched a new Japanese-inspired slot. The studio decided to put the beloved Taiko percussion instruments into the spotlight in the new 5×3 slot release. Following the successful recipe of previous Habanero titles, the new game is packed with free spins, wild symbols scatters, and other special features […]
Industry
September 27, 2022
Betsoft Enters Romanian Market with 888 Deal
Popular iGaming content supplier Betsoft Gaming has announced it has signed a new deal with multiple award-winning online casino brand 888. The agreement is aimed at the Romanian iGaming market. The casino that launched in 1997 will be hosting some of Betsoft’s most beloved slots. What Can Romanian Players Expect? Betsoft Gaming will bring award-winning […]
