Casino
October 12, 2021
PGCB Diversity Report Shows Minorities Still Underrepresented in Casinos
A new report by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has deplored the woeful state of ethnic diversity in the Keystone State’s casinos. The report focused on the fact that the majority of employees of Pennsylvania’s 16 licensed casinos are mostly white, with the trend having remained unchanged for years. The reviewed period pertains to the 2020-21 fiscal […]
Industry
October 11, 2021
Revealing Gambling Documentary to Hit British TV Screens
“Paul Merson: Football, Gambling & Me” is a documentary that will reveal the issues the famous football player and manager has experienced throughout his life. The film starts at 21:00 BST and is yet another production by the broadcaster dedicated to the hazards of excessive gambling. The plot will revolve around Merson’s unfortunate story in […]
Casino
October 11, 2021
AMLC Asks PAGCOR to Revoke Two Offshore Gaming Operators Licenses
In September, it transpired that POGOs or Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators had shorthanded the state budget by $28 million. Now, the Philippines’ Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) is taking action against two of the 36 licensed POGOs, which have failed or outright refused to meet compliance checks as demanded by regulation. The watchdog has singled out MG Universal Link […]
Business
October 11, 2021
Paltronics Australasia Signs Global Distribution Partnership with Genesis Gaming
Paltronics Australasia has announced a fresh international distribution partnership with Genesis Gaming Solutions. The former is a leading technology provider for casinos and the latter is the manufacturer behind the popular Bravo table game management system. As a result, Paltronics Australasia will have access to global markets and be able to provide its state-of-the-art technology across numerous […]
Industry
October 11, 2021
Nevada Gaming Commission Has Its First Female Chair
On Friday, Nevada Senator Ben Kieckhefer and former Judge Jennifer Togliatti were appointed to the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) by Governor Steve Sisolak. With this move, the gambling authority’s regulatory panel of five members will have its first female chair. Togliatti Becomes The First Female Chair in the Commission’s 62-Year History Togliatti, who retired in […]
Industry
October 11, 2021
Online Sports Betting and iGaming Ready to Hit Connecticut
It’s not uncommon to see states introduce land-based gaming operations before their virtual counterpart, although a few states dove straight in and launched online gaming right from the start. That proved to be an intelligent move, given the havoc caused by COVID-19, and online sports betting and casinos continue to find more support. Connecticut wanted […]
Casino
October 11, 2021
Hacksaw Gaming Expands in Danish Market with Several Brands
Interactive games supplier Hacksaw Gaming continues to expand its clout in the European iGaming market by clearing the regulatory bar to enter Denmark as its next frontier in the Old Continent. The company, which has developed over 75 games and has a footprint in 10+ regulated markets, is now entering what has been described as Europe’s safest market for […]
Business
October 11, 2021
Star Entertainment Accused of Embracing Illegal Activity in New Report
It’s beginning to look like Crown Resorts isn’t the only casino operator in Australia to be in trouble with lawmakers and regulators. Crown and its willingness to circumvent globally-established money-laundering rules while allegedly allowing criminals to gamble at its casinos has caused a domino effect that could bring down Star Entertainment, as well. If Star […]
Slots
October 8, 2021
Aristocrat to Release a Dune-Themed Slot Game on October 22
Dune, an unquestionable blockbuster will be released on October 22 around the US. Coinciding with the release of the movie, Aristocrat will launch its Dune-themed slot game. The slot game uses a Neptune Double cabinet and features unique movie-related content as well as a progressive jackpot. Aristocrat to Launch Its Dune-Themed Slot Game This Month […]
Industry
October 8, 2021
NIGA Forms a Task Force Against Cyberattacks
The National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) has had enough of hackers and will strike back by assembling a cyber task force. This move comes in response to the frequent cyberattacks against tribal casinos. Assembling a Task Force Against Cyberattacks On Tuesday, during the Global Gaming Expo, the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) confirmed that two […]