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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
January 6, 2021
Nagasaki Gets Three More Entries for RFP and IR Bids
Ahead of its Request for Proposal (RFP) due to begin January 7, Nagasaki has received three more anonymous bids for the completion of an integrated resort (IR) project in the prefecture. Nagasaki Receives Three More Entries ahead of RFP Process As Japan’s national government pushes towards a legalized framework for its upcoming integrated resorts (IR), […]
Sports
January 5, 2021
Detroit Pistons Add PointsBet as Official Sports Betting Partner
Ahead of Michigan’s expected online sports betting launch, PointsBet has signed a deal with NBA’s Detroit Pistons. PointsBet Signs Commercial Deal with Detroit Pistons PointsBet is on a roll with the company teaming up with the Detroit Pistons, Michigan’s leading NBA franchise, ahead of the official online launch of sports betting in the Great Lakes […]
Sports
January 5, 2021
BetMGM Rolls out Dedicated Mobile App in Iowa
Iowa welcomes BetMGM as the latest mobile app to set foot in the Hawkeye State following the lifting of the in-person account registration restriction. BetMGM Sets Its Mark on Iowa with Betting App BetMGM has become the latest sports betting firm to launch a dedicated mobile app in Iowa, following the state’s welcome decision to […]
Business
January 4, 2021
New Hampshire Lottery Integrates IWG iLottery Game
Instant Win Gaming (IWG) has announced that the New Hampshire Lottery will integrate the company’s online jackpot-enabled games. Another Win for Instant Win Gaming Instant Win Gaming (IWG) has announced that New Hampshire has officially decided to integrate the company’s online jackpot-enabled games into its Lottery. IWG is a leading supplier of online instant win […]
Sports
January 4, 2021
Buenos Aires Approves Seven Businesses for iGambling License
Argentina’s Buenos Aires Provincial Institute of Lottery and Gambling (IPLyC) has approved seven business partnerships for online gambling licenses. Seven Online Gambling Licenses The Buenos Aires Provincial Institute of Lottery and Gambling (IPLyC) has concluded its year-long process of evaluating and defining licenses for online gambling within the Buenos Aires Province. The authority’s decision was […]
Sports
January 2, 2021
William Hill Launches Sports Betting App in Iowa
William Hill US has launched its enhanced sports betting app in Iowa. The app has a mobile and website version. App Launches in Iowa Leading US sportsbook operator William Hill US has launched its enhanced popular sports betting service in Iowa. The service is available both as a mobile version for Android and Apple, as […]
Business
January 2, 2021
Lazarus Growth to Aid Intema in Booming iGaming Market
Intema Solutions Inc. will continue working with Lazarus Growth to boost its presence in the iGaming and eSports market. Focus on iGaming and eSports Canadian software and marketing solutions provider Intema Solutions Inc. announced on 31 December that it would continue working with Lazarus Growth in 2021. Lazarus Growth is a division of innovative law […]
Industry
December 31, 2020
Derek Stevens Expects Record 2021 Year for Las Vegas Casinos
Casino entrepreneur Derek Stevens believes 2021 will be one of the best years for Las Vegas. Stevens Sees 2021 as Pivotal Year for Las Vegas Casinos On Tuesday, famed Nevada-based casino owner Derek Stevens joined “Squawk on the Street” to discuss the future prospects of the Las Vegas casino industry. Mr. Stevens is the CEO […]
Industry
December 29, 2020
The Philippines Extends Measures in Metro Manila
The Philippines has extended the lockdown measures on Metropolitan Manila until 31 January next year. Extended Measures On Monday, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte announced that Metropolitan Manila will remain under general community quarantine (GCQ) until the end of January 2021. Mr. Duterte’s statement was released by the country’s official media agency – the Philippine News […]
Legal
December 29, 2020
Macau Police Force Stops $1.78 Billion Criminal Network
Macau’s Judiciary Police and Chinese authorities have stopped a $ 1.78 billion criminal operation. Macau Stops Illegal Operation Macau’s Judiciary Police announced on Tuesday that it had successfully stopped an illegal point-of-sale (POS) operation in the gambling capital of the world. According to the report, the alleged criminal operation has been running since 2016. Since […]