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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.
Sports
March 29, 2022
Strategic Acquisitions Bring XLMedia 178% YoY Betting Revenue in 2021
Leading digital performance publisher and affiliate business with worldwide partnerships, XLMedia, has just released its 2021 numbers. Thanks to a series of important acquisitions as well as its growth in the sports betting market in the US, the company reported excellent numbers. 178% Increase in Total Revenue from Sports Betting in 2021 The company’s yearly […]
Sports
March 29, 2022
Betsson Launches B2C Betsafe-Branded Sportsbook App in Colorado
Forced to postpone its original 2021 launch date for a mobile sportsbook app in Colorado until today, leading European iGaming provider Betsson finally saw its plan come to fruition. In an interesting partnership with Dostal Alley, one of the pioneer casinos in Colorado, Betsson created and launched a new Business-to-Consumer (B2C) sportsbook app under its […]
Slots
March 28, 2022
Yggdrasil Continues Its Viking Saga With New Slot ‘Vikings Go To Valhalla’
Yggdrasil’s Viking-themed slots have turned into flagship games that have driven the company’s growth since 2015 when Vikings Go Wild was launched. The saga continued with Vikings Go Berzerk in 2016, accompanied by Vikings Go To Hell in 2018, and the Vikings Go Berzerk Reloads sequel in 2021. This spring, Yggdrasil has decided to keep […]
Casino
March 28, 2022
Light & Wonder and Kindred Given the Green Light to Enter Ontario’s Market
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has licensed Kindred Group plc and Light and Wonder ahead of the iGaming market’s launch on April 4. The two will be joining a generous list of other prestigious gaming suppliers and operators with names like Kambi, FansUnite, PintsBet, or LeoVegas. Kindred Reaches New Milestone Malta-registered Kindred […]
Sports
March 25, 2022
Buenos Aires Regulatory Update Allows Racetracks to Distribute Betting Licenses
According to a regulatory update coming from the Provincial Institute of Lotteries and Casinos, Buenos Aires’ horse racing agencies will be able to provide online betting licenses to horse racing agencies in the city. The update is aimed at two of the most popular and prolific horse racetracks in the region, San Isidro and La […]
Casino
March 25, 2022
Pariplay Partners With Skillzzgaming to Roll Out Exclusive US Content
Leading iGaming content provider and aggregator Pariplay Ltd have agreed to offer Skillzzgaming’s games across all US states where it has a license to operate. The deal is the first exclusive agreement that Aspire Global’s company has sealed in the country. Last December, Gaming Realms partnered with Pariplay to have its products integrated with Pariplay’s […]
Casino
March 24, 2022
iGaming Ontario Clears PointsBet and BetMGM For Ontario Launch
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has granted PointsBet and BetMGM their sports betting licenses for the soon-to-open Ontario market. The two will join a long string of other top operators ready to flood the market at the beginning of April. BetMGM, the 16th Operator to Receive a License BetMGM Canada has been […]
Sports
March 24, 2022
Better Collective Puts €21.4M on the Table for Canada Sports Betting’s Assets
Popular online sports media group and super affiliate Better Collective has sealed a €21.4 million ($23.5 million) deal for the acquisition of Canada Sports Betting (CSB). The deal sends a clear message regarding the group’s intention to harness the potential of the soon-to-be-launched Canadian market. Understanding the Context The deal comes less than 14 days […]
Esports
March 23, 2022
SIS and Oddin.gg Seal the Deal for 24/7 Live CS:GO Betting
Live betting supplier Sports Information Services has partnered with Oddin.gg, marking an important milestone in its e-sports betting offerings for Competitive Gaming. The new partnership will help launch a nonstop Counter-Strike betting product. Oddin.gg to Supply the Full Package The leading supplier of e-sports betting services will provide its trading assistance, pricing functionalities, betting odds, […]
Slots
March 23, 2022
Relax Gaming Summons Players to New Voodoo-Themed Hex Slot
Relax Gaming, the award-winning supplier of proprietary iGaming content has released Hex, a brand new high volatility slot with a cool voodoo theme. The game features a generous Return to Player rate and max win, along with plenty of mysterious symbols to keep the fun going. Mystery Games Are Fun to Create and Even More […]
