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February 20, 2023
Markor Tech Expands Live Casino Portfolio with Skywind
Markor Technology, a B2B and B2C provider of iGaming technology, has taken steps to further expand its live casino portfolio by inking an agreement with Skywind. The latter company, which is an acclaimed supplier of gaming technology and content, will bolster Markor’s aggregation platform with new games. Under the deal, Markor will secure access to […]
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February 20, 2023
Pragmatic Play’s Gates of Olympus™ Awarded Most Watched & Most Streamed Slot Game
GamblingNews is proud to have awarded Pragmatic Play with the “Most Streamed” and “Most Watched Slot of the Month” trophies at this year’s ICE London 2023. The distinction is based on data provided by Casinolytics, which leverages its powerful AI and ML solutions to track the success of suppliers’ slots online and how individual games […]
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February 20, 2023
New South Wales Moving to Restrict Slot Machines Statewide
The problem of money laundering was the one to receive the most attention up until recently. However, as the citizens’ voices begin to be heard more and more, public perception is also becoming an important factor in the government’s decisions. NSW Government Addressing Slot Machines The Liberal and Nationals New South Wales (NSW) government started […]
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February 20, 2023
Swedish Gambling Authority Changes View on License Requirements
Following a recent verdict by the Administrative Court in Linköping, Spelinspektionen, the Swedish Gambling Authority, has decided to reverse its stance on the role of negative equity in the process of evaluating license eligibility. Gambling Regulator Still Maintains Negative Equity Renders License Unsuitability In December 2019, Avento, the proprietor of Frank Casino and SlotsV, was […]
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February 17, 2023
Colorado Regulator Head Dan Hartman Retires after a Successful Tenure
Hartman was in charge of the regulator when the Centennial State officially introduced legal sports betting in May 2020. His tenure was notable for a level-headed and pragmatic approach, focusing on dialogue with operators and responsible gaming initiatives. Hartman was generally content with the organization’s accomplishments, noting it had more or less mastered the fundamentals. […]
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February 17, 2023
G Games Teams up with Luckia, Launches Games in Spain
G Games, an innovative iGaming company seeking to create slots with video game elements, has made a foray into Spain thanks to an agreement with the gambling operator Luckia. As per the deal, the supplier will power its new partner with its full suite of games. Under the agreement, Luckia will secure access to G […]
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February 17, 2023
MGA Asks Unlicensed Operators to Self-report their Activity
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has asked unlicensed operators to self-report their activity. This refers to companies that hold a license in European jurisdictions but are not licensed by the MGA. The regulator implied that it might be much more lenient to companies that decide to come forward. MGA Asks Unlicensed Operators to Come Forward […]
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February 17, 2023
PENN Completed Barstool Sports’ Remaining Share Acquisition
Casino gaming and sports betting company PENN Entertainment announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of the remaining share of Barstool Sports for approximately $388 million. ‘Powerful Media with Authentic Voice’ The acquisition of the remaining interest in Barstool Sports completed the second stage of the acquisition of the sports media brand in which […]
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February 17, 2023
Nebraska Casinos Yet to Impact Charitable Gambling
Nebraska is trying out casino gaming, which people believed would hurt charitable gambling initiatives. Luckily, this doesn’t seem to be the case, at least as of now, Nebraska Examiner reported. Charitable gambling verticals gained a new competitor in September when Nebraska’s first legal casino, the WarHorse Casino, opened its doors. The venue is currently operating […]
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February 16, 2023
DAZN BET Secures Racing Data from PA Betting Services
PA Betting Services, a leading content and sports betting data supplier, has penned a multi-year deal to provide DAZN BET with racing data for horse and greyhound racing events. This will help DAZN BET expand its offering with premium content for racing enthusiasts. As agreed, PA Betting Services will leverage its racing distribution platform to […]