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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.
Industry
May 20, 2022
Tabcorp’s Lottery & Keno Demerger Greenlit by Court
At the end of March, Australia’s lottery operator Tabcorp announced its lottery and keno demerger will be subject to a shareholder’s vote. On May 12, its shareholders showed overwhelming support for the proposal, with close to 99% of all votes expressed during the general meeting favoring the demerger, around 0.17% of votes going against it, […]
Industry
May 20, 2022
O’Neill Steps Down as Star’s Executive Chairman
At the beginning of the month, ex-rugby star and Star Entertainment chairman of Star Entertainment Group John O’Neill announced he would temporarily take over the managing director and chief executive officer position. Now, O’Neill announced his resignation just days before a public hearing where he will testify in regards to the group’s casino in Sydney. […]
Casino
May 20, 2022
Nevada Gaming Control Board Approves Two-Year License for Accel Entertainment
At the beginning of May, the Nevada Gaming Control Board recommended Accel Entertainment should receive a two-year license that would allow it to provide its Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs) and slot machines to gaming cafes, bars, truck stops, or restaurants within the state borders. On Thursday, the Board officially approved the license. Now, the Chicago-based […]
Casino
May 19, 2022
UK Market Records 2% Quarter-on-Quarter Drop in Total Wagers in Q4
After announcing the suspension of the Goldchip Limited license a day ago as a regulatory measure against the company facing AML allegations and issuing fines totaling around £675,000 ($836,535) to Progress Play and Jumpman Gaming on May 17, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced a new set of interesting data related to the UK’s […]
Slots
May 19, 2022
Yggdrasil and Bang Bang Games Release Retro Slot Jokrz Wild ULTRANUDGE
After announcing the launch of the Water Blox Gigablox slot together with Peter & Sons on Monday, the top global publisher of iGaming content Yggdrasil has fresh news. The company has partnered with Bang Bang Games and launched a retro classic themed slot game called Jokrz Wild ULTRANUDGE. In mid-February, the two companies released a […]
Slots
May 19, 2022
Kalamba Games Releases Hit ‘n’ Roll Sequel to Popular Goblins & Gemstones Slot
In December 2020, Kalamba Games launched Goblins and Gemstones Treasure Hunter. The slot quickly became one of the provider’s most successful slots, convincing it to create and launch a sequel two years later. The new game released in May 2022 is called Goblins & Gemstones: Hit ‘n’ Roll and brings a series of fresh features […]
Legal
May 18, 2022
Missing Woman Found Dead After Casino Party
A Spokane County Medical Examiner autopsy has confirmed that the body found in a sleeping bag in a remote area of the state of Washington is Yanira Cedillos, the woman who went missing on March 3, 2022. Cedillos was last seen celebrating her 30th birthday at Papa’s Casino in Moses Lake together with a few […]
Industry
May 18, 2022
Catena Media Reports All-Time High Revenues in Q1
Catena Media has published its interim report for January-March 2022, reporting Q1 revenue of €45.2 million ($47.5 million). The number marks an 11% growth compared to Q1 of 2021 when the company also recorded a strong start of the year and represents an all-time high in revenue and earnings for the company. A number of […]
Industry
May 18, 2022
Michigan’s Online Casinos Set Another Record in April
After Michigan’s online gaming market set a new monthly gross revenue record of $131.67 million in March, the Gaming Control Board has announced yet a new record for April. Online casinos in the state triggered an all-time high for the state, reaching the $132.4 million mark. At the same time, the online sports betting vertical […]
Business
May 17, 2022
Flutter Appoints Karen O’Rourke as New Chief of Staff in Strategic Move
International gaming, sports betting, and entertainment supplier Flutter Entertainment have appointed Paddy Power’s ex-advertising manager Karen O’Rourke as its new chief of staff for chief executive officer Peter Jackson. The decision is an important step in the company’s plans to restructure its personnel. O’Rourke to Boost Flutter’s Corporate Strategy O’Rourke will be going back to […]
