Industry
March 1, 2021
CalvinAyre Dot Com Closes as Ayre Moves onto Cryptocurrency
After 12 years in business, Calvin Ayre’s namesake news service, CalvinAyre dot com, has closed doors. Bidding Farewell to industry-defining News Service CalvinAyre dot com, the iGaming, and gambling website named after and owned by one of the most successful industry gurus, Calvin Ayre, closed doors last week. Launched in 2009, the news service reflected Ayre’s own dedication to […]
Industry
March 1, 2021
Victoria Drives $239m in Pokie Losses Driven by Money-Laundering
An increase in pokie losses generated in January suggests not just a pent-up demand for gambling but rather organized crime groups laundering tainted money, experts warn. Pokie Losses in Victoria Surge by $15m in January Pokies took a hit for a while in 2020, but as of January, they are back at pre-pandemic levels, with Victoria’s […]
Industry
March 1, 2021
Man Who Stole £47K from Mother to Cover Gambling Debts Spared Prison
A man spent £47,800 of his late mother’s money to cover his gambling debts while she was away in a care facility. Gambling Addict Stole £47K from Mother to Cover Gambling Debts Gambling addiction has left many people desperate, pushing them to do things they would have otherwise strongly objected to. The case of Gary Evans, 57, is […]
Industry
February 26, 2021
Ladbrokes Coral Films New Advert with Hollywood-Actor Mark Wahlberg
The London-based gambling company Ladbrokes Coral begins a new marketing campaign in Australia with The Departed (2006) actor Mark Wahlberg while Crown Resorts’ AU$2.2 billion casino near Sydney is threatened. “Ladbroke It!” Says the Actor The 3-minute video opens up with a shot of Walhberg in a white suit and sunglasses atop a golf cart. […]
Industry
February 26, 2021
Fortuna Dominates 2020 Edition of Polish Bookmakers Awards
The 2020 edition of the Polish Bookmakers Awards was dominated by Fortuna Zakłady Bukmacherskie, the Polish subsidiary of Czech-based gambling company Fortuna Entertainment Group. 5 Titles out of 8 Categories The prominent bookmaker took home 3 other prestigious titles, Best Offer, Responsible Bookmaker and Best Marketing, besides the main Best Bookmaker Award which was given […]
Industry
February 26, 2021
Gaming Revenue in Nevada Increases in January 2021
Nevada’s January gaming revenue hit $761.8 million. This represented an increase when compared to December 2020. Sports betting was responsible for $52.4 million in gaming revenue, which marked an increase of 159.9% when compared to December. Gaming Revenue in Nevada Improves in January In January, Nevada’s gaming revenue marked growth when compared to December last […]
Industry
February 25, 2021
UK Gambling Activities Decreased in 2020, Says Report by GC
In 2020, gambling activities in the UK decreased significantly, according to a new report released by the Gambling Commission. Overall, gambling activities fell by 42% and significant decrease was observed in the retail sector. In contrast, online gambling activities increased by 3%. GC Reveals a New Report on Gambling Activities for 2020 According to a […]
Industry
February 25, 2021
New Yorkers Support Casino Expansion Amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Survey Finds
Amid the economic downfall of Covid-19, a Global Strategy Group survey asked New Yorkers whether they agreed on casino expansion in the city. Poll Backed by Two NY Video Slot Parlors A Global Strategy Group survey found that 70% of registered voters are inclined to support casino expansion in New York as an alternative to […]
Industry
February 25, 2021
Jdigital Launches Problem Gambling Helpline with Fejar
Jdigital and Spanish problem-gambling therapist Fejar have teamed up to launch a freephone gambling support helpline. 24/7 Freephone Helpline Available to Problem Gamblers Throughout the Year Spain’s digital gambling association Jdigital and the Spanish Federation of Rehabilitated Gamblers (Fejar) have signed a collaborative agreement to help problem gamblers. The project will see the association’s members […]
Industry
February 25, 2021
XLMedia: Bingo Sees Upsurge in Younger Players in 2020-2021
A new survey by XLMedia’s WhichBingo affiliate company has seen an uptick in younger generations of bingo players during the pandemic. Bingo Gets Younger During the Pandemic Players are breaking away from traditional gaming and heading over for online bingo halls, a new report by XLMedia has revealed. While the pandemic has boosted iGaming and sports betting […]