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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
February 16, 2021
BGO Entertainment Names Mark Quayle CEO
BGO Entertainment has selected industry veteran Mark Quayle as its new CEO, succeeding Andrew Bently who left in 2019. Mark Quayle Joins BGO Entertainment as CEO Multi-platform online gaming company BGO Entertainment has appointed Mark Quayle as its new CEO, stepping in the shoes of now-former CEO Andrew Bentley. The move is likely a part […]
Sports
February 15, 2021
New York’s Sports Betting Market Booms In January
New York’s sports betting market has achieved record revenue in January. All sportsbook operators in the state have performed exceptionally well. New York’s Sportsbooks Achieve Record Growth in January New York’s legalized sports betting market has performed exceptionally well this January. According to recently released figures, the state’s four sportsbooks managed to generate a combined […]
Industry
February 12, 2021
Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 Attracts Top Tier Exhibitors and Sponsors
Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 has attracted many top tiers, international exhibitors and sponsors. UGW 2021 will take place on 24-25 March Ukrainian Gaming Week Exhibition on 24 March Ukraine is about to experience its first major gambling and gaming exhibition in over 10 years – Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 (UGW 2021). The large-scale event, which […]
Business
February 11, 2021
Gaming Realms Raises 2020 Forecast, Expects Continued Growth In 2021
Gaming Realms has dramatically raised its FY 2020 performance forecast and expects continued growth and expansion in 2021. Gaming Realms Expects Revenue Jump for 2020 Gaming Realms expects a dramatic 62% full-year revenue jump to £11.2 million ($13.58 million) for 2020. Furthermore, the company predicts that its full-year EBITDA will reach £3.1 million ($3.76 million). […]
Legal
February 11, 2021
Kentucky Senate Passes Bill Legalizing Horse Racing Machines
The Kentucky Senate has passed Senate Bill 120, which legalizes historical horse racing machines throughout the state. Kentucky Senate Passes Bill To Legalize Historical Horse Racing Machines On Tuesday, the Kentucky Senate voted in favor of Senate Bill 120 to legalize historical horse racing machines throughout the state. The bill essentially alters the definition of […]
Sports
February 10, 2021
Tennessee Becomes 8th State for WynnBET’s Expansion in US
Tennessee welcomes WynnBET with the company securing a license in what is a ninth state in the US for the Wynn Resorts-owned betting platform. WynnBET Secures Entry in Tennessee WynnBET has received a conditional approval to launch in Tennessee with the Wynn Resorts-owned sports betting solution looking to quickly expand its clout across numerous markets […]
Industry
February 8, 2021
Potential Tabcorp Takeover Faces Additional Hurdles
The potential sale of Tabcorp wagering and media business will face challenges from the ACCC and businessman Peter V’landys. ACCC Closely Monitoring Tabcorp Takeover The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced that it is closely monitoring the mounting interest in gambling and gaming giant Tabcorp Holdings’ wagering and media arm. Last week, Tabcorp […]
Casino
February 5, 2021
Wynn Resorts International Suffers Under Lockdown Measures
Wynn Resorts posts losses to the tune of $2.07 billion for the 2020 financial year, hoping for a better 2021 and normalization of operational results. Wynn Resorts Posts Losses Across All Fronts Wynn Resorts International has concluded the 2020 financial year with a total net loss of $2.07 billion. The company’s operating revenue has also […]
Blockchain
February 3, 2021
500.com Purchases Additional 15,900 Bitcoin Miners
500.com has acquired an additional 15,900 Bitcoin mining machines with a combined hash rate of around 1,000 petahashes a second. 500.com Acquires Additional 15,900 Bitcoin Mining Machines Chinese online gambling operator 500.com has announced an additional expansion of its Bitcoin mining operations. The announcement comes less than a month after the company’s previous mining ramp-up. […]
Casino
February 3, 2021
Spaceiks Becomes First Licensed Online Gambling Operator in Ukraine
Spaceiks LLC has become the first licensed online gambling operator in Ukraine under the country’s 2020 Gambling Act. The company’s application was approved by the Ukrainian Commission for the Regulation of Gambling and Lotteries (KRAIL) on Tuesday. Spaceiks must now pay a UAH 30.7 million (around $1.1 million) licensing fee and will in turn be […]