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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.
Casino
May 2, 2022
Victoria’s Officials Set Aside $39.3 million to Increase Crown Melbourne Surveillance
Victoria’s state government officials have made up their minds regarding the amount they would dedicate to stronger oversight of Crown Melbourne’s operations. The 2022/23 yearly budget will put aside AU$55.6 million (US$39.3 million) for the implementation of a series of Royal Commission recommendations regarding the iconic venue. The Money Will Assist Special Manager Stephen O’Bryan’s […]
Casino
May 2, 2022
Las Vegas Sands Wins First Battle Against Ex-Macau Partner AAEC
Originally initiated in 2007 in Nevada and later on dismissed in 2010 on grounds of the plaintiff failing to prosecute the case, the long legal battle between American gaming company Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) and former Macau partner Asian American Entertainment Corp Ltd (AAEC) has finally reached a conclusion. According to the Macau Court […]
Casino
May 2, 2022
Nick Xenophon Wants Total Ban on Gambling Sponsorships for Clubs, Limited Air Time for Ads
In spite of the current ban on gambling ads during live broadcasts of sports events prior to 8:30 PM that has been in place since 2018 in Australia, sportsbooks have continued to make their way to their targeted and fully engaged audiences. The restrictions imposed on sports betting ads during G-rated programs in specific time […]
Casino
April 20, 2022
888 Holdings Reports B2B and B2C Revenues Went Down 18% in Q12022
888 Holdings, a global leader in iGaming and online betting has announced an updated trading report. The group reported revenue of $224 million for the first three months of the year that ended March 31 2022, signaling an 18% decrease compared to last quarter’s numbers. Trading Update for the First Quarter The group’s 18% YoY […]
Casino
April 20, 2022
Real Dealer Studios Strengthens Presence on the Swiss Market With Pasino Deal
In an attempt to further increase its presence and consolidate its leading position in the Swiss iGaming market, Real Deal Studios sealed a deal with Pasion, a fast-growing operator in the country. The gaming studio will integrate a number of flagships and highly appreciated RNG games with the operator. Swiss Players Will Enjoy Unique Hollywood-Inspired […]
Sports
April 20, 2022
Vegas Racebooks Optimistic About Kentucky Derby Before Run for the Roses
Nevada’s casinos eager to offer horse racing bettors a rich selection of betting options on this year’s Kentucky Derby in May are having some sleepless nights right now. The cause? An impasse in the contract between Churchill Downs Inc and the Nevada Pari-Mutuel Association regarding the remuneration that state casinos should transfer to Churchill Downs’ […]
Casino
April 19, 2022
Gila River Resorts & Casinos Chooses NBA’s Jae Crowder As First-Ever Brand Icon
Gila River Resorts & Casinos (GRRC) has chosen NBA star Jae Crowder to sign its first professional athlete deal in history. The endorsement partnership will start with Phoenix Suns’ 31-year-old starter hosting the Summer Oasis Pool Party. Why GRRC Chose “Bossman” Crowder As First Brand Ambassador Using the voice of this president and chief marketing […]
Casino
April 18, 2022
Casino Canberra Fails to Overturn ACT Tribunal Order to Compensate Worker
Known as one of the most famous casinos in the world, Casino Canberra has lost an appeal in an Australian Capital Territory (ACT) tribunal asking it to pay compensation to a long-time employee for accusations of discrimination. Casino Workers’ Rights Under Discussion In 2019, Bryan Bradford Kidman, a loyal Casino Canberra worker who had dedicated […]
Sports
April 18, 2022
Children Grow Up Thinking Gambling Is Part of the AFL
Australian codes claim that sponsorships from sports betting companies are critical for keeping premier sports alive in the country. At the same time, the heavy advertising of these sponsorships inevitably ties gambling to sports, with special emphasis on the Australian Football League (AFL). In turn, children grow up normalizing gambling, thinking it goes hand in […]
Casino
April 18, 2022
No Better Time Than Now to Land a Job in the Casino Industry
Amid a serious shortage of casino employees in the US, operators have started a massive hiring wave across the country. Competition for fresh staff is fierce, especially in the context of casinos still trying to recover from the door-shutting restrictions that kept patrons away and forced serious staff cuts during the pandemic. The gambling industry […]
