Industry
March 12, 2021
MGC Votes to Allow Back Craps, Expand Blackjack Player Seats
Casinos in Massachusetts received good news Thursday following the Massachusetts Gaming Commission’s Open Meeting after the state’s gaming regulator voted to allow the return of craps tables and to expand the number of seats on blackjack tables. MGC Allows Craps Tables MGM Springfield and Encore Boston Harbor asked the commission to consider further easing of […]
Industry
March 11, 2021
LeoVegas App Goes Live on Google Play Store in Sweden, Spain and Denmark
Swedish gaming operator LeoVegas announced its gambling app went live on Google Play Store in Sweden, Denmark, and Spain to make the company the first gambling firm to have its mobile app available via the official store for Android-based mobile devices in these markets. First Again By passing compliance requirements to get listed on Google […]
Industry
March 11, 2021
Illinois Reports Record $581.6m Sports Betting Handle in January
Sports betting wagers in Illinois hit the record $581.6 million in January, while revenue also reached an all-time high during the month. Sports Betting Revenue And Handle Break Records In January The Illinois Gaming Board on Wednesday released the figures. During the first month of the year, revenue stood at $49.4 million, up from $23.9 […]
Industry
March 11, 2021
Researchers Seek Illinois Gamblers for Anonymous Survey
Researchers seek gamblers in Illinois to do an anonymous survey that may include a $30 e-gift card for the participants. Gamblers of Illinois Can Participate in Anonymous Survey Researchers from the Illinois Department of Human Services want to conduct an anonymous survey among gamblers in Illinois who don’t consider their habit a problem. With this […]
Industry
March 11, 2021
Ukraine Welcomes Slotegrator at This Month’s “Ukrainian Gaming Week”
Slotegrator will attend the “Ukrainian Gaming Week” in Kyiv to give their expert opinion of the growing Ukrainian gambling market. Ukrainian Finance Committee changed the original bill regulating the industry and introduced a new flat tax on gambling winnings, and decreased license fees. Slotegrator to Give Advice on Ukrainian Market Sustainability Slotegrator is a software developer […]
Industry
March 11, 2021
Australian Banks Agree Gambling on Credit Should Be Banned
A ban on credit card gambling in Australia might be imminent, now that MP Andrew Wallace has secured the support of the big four in Australian banking. MP Wallace Secured Support of the Big Four in Australian Banking Queensland MP Andrew Wallace announced he had secured the support of the largest banks in Australia for his plan […]
Industry
March 10, 2021
BGC Calls for Casinos to Open in Scotland
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) in Scotland has asked the government to allow casinos to reopen, citing a report by Dr. Lisa Ackerley stating that there is “no logical or scientific reason” to treat casinos and restaurants differently. BGC Asks the Government for Fair Treatment A report by hygiene expert Dr. Lisa Ackerley has […]
Industry
March 10, 2021
New Report by SMF Claims Regulating Gambling Would Boost Economy
In a new report due to be presented to the UK government today, the Social Market Foundation claims that fewer gambling options could lead to better overall economic impact. SMF Says Regulating Gambling to Boost Economy For months now, stakeholders have cautioned that over-regulating the gambling industry would effectively deprive people of revenue and bite […]
Industry
March 10, 2021
Australia’s Gaming Cards Shouldn’t Be an Issue Says AGR
Pre-paid gaming cards shouldn’t be an issue, argue gambling industry reformist who claims the New South Wales industry is “crying poor.” NSW Gambling Industry Cites New Potential Losses due to Gaming Cards The gambling industry in Australia is crying foul of a new proposed pre-paid gaming card to be voted and most likely accepted on the territory […]
Industry
March 9, 2021
Entain Receives Regulatory Approvals for Enlabs Acquisition
Entain Plc announced in a press release today it fulfilled the condition with regards to the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals related to the pending offer to buy shares of Enlabs AB. Regulatory Conditions Satisfied The global sports betting and gaming group received all the necessary approvals from relevant competition and gaming authorities and is […]