Casino
February 11, 2022
Philippines Casinos’ Player Exclusion Rate Went up 15% in 2021
Government-owned, gaming regulator Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) coordinated by the Office of the President has released the latest report on the number of gamblers that were excluded by casinos in 2021. While last year’s figures indicate a 15% rise in the number of players who opted for self-exclusion compared to 2020, the 2019 […]
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February 11, 2022
QTech Expands Content Offer with Spribe’s Innovative Titles
Game distributor platform QTech Games has expanded its clout and diversity in the Asian region by adding products by Spribe, an up-and-coming supplier and developer of innovative iGaming experiences. Spribe has built a name for itself in the “crash” game genre, developing various original twists to the traditional iGaming experience. A Chance to Crash, a […]
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February 11, 2022
Nepal’s Government Revokes Licenses for Two Casinos in Debt
In an effort to intensify its efforts to persuade casinos to pay off their debts to the government, Nepal’s Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation has revoked the operating licenses for Yak & Yeti Hotel and Dreamland Hotel. The two land casinos have failed to pay their royalties for the fiscal year 2020/21. Yak […]
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February 10, 2022
NagaCorp Exec Says China, Junkets Not Important to Recovery
NagaCorp, a beleaguered operator which posted $147 million in losses for its 2021 financial results this Wednesday, and has faced widespread protests in Cambodia against its decision to lay off close to 600 workers, is optimistic about the future of gaming in Asia now that junket operators are going to play a less impactful role […]
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February 10, 2022
PAGCOR Vaccination Efforts Continue with Booster Dose
The Philippines has been recovering quickly from the pandemic, or so the country would like to believe. After announcing that international travel will be resumed and foreign tourists will be allowed back into the country earlier this month, the government has taken another definitive step towards the normalization of daily lives. Part of this is […]
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February 10, 2022
Wind Creek Bethlehem Joins Other Pennsylvania Casinos in Reducing Slots
Slot machines have always been viewed as a guaranteed money-maker for casinos. They’re easy to play, always attract a lot of attention and don’t require full-time staff like table games do. However, more casinos have opted to reduce their slot complement since COVID-19 came in, and the Wind Creek Bethlehem in Pennsylvania is joining this […]
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February 10, 2022
Robots Roll Into Rolling Hills Casino in California
Robots continue to take over the gaming industry. It’s a very slow process but, two years from now, things could look very different. When human employees can’t be found to handle certain jobs, robots step in and fill the void. The latest casino to hire machines as employees is Rolling Hills Casino in California. Rolling […]
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February 9, 2022
Pragmatic Play Extends Drops and Wins Program through 2023
Pragmatic Play, a leader in game development for the iGaming industry, and the company behind the hit Drops & Wins mechanic has announced that it would renew the unique promotional runs awarding €1 million ($1.14 million) monthly to lucky players from all over the world. Pragmatic Play Extends Drops & Wins for Another Year The […]
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February 9, 2022
Greece Gambling Regulator Launches Anonymous Tip Line
Watchdogs worldwide have decided to finally put together their act and clean up the illegal gambling industry that continues to seep into their regulated markets. The latest move comes from the Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC), which has launched a dedicated website that allows consumers to report illegal gambling operators anonymously. Anonymous Service in Greece Lets […]
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February 8, 2022
Marina Bay Sands Set to Receive $1B in New Reinvestment Plan
Las Vegas Sands announced the biggest to date reinvestment plan for its Singapore integrated resort Marina Bay Sands as all industry eyes are on the recovery of global tourism. Commitment to Hospitality Experiences The $1 billion reinvestment plan spanning hotel rooms and suites, new food and beverage offerings and other enhancements is the latest display […]