Industry
January 24, 2023
Economic Crisis Fuels Gambling Addiction, Says Swedish Professor
Just like other European countries, Sweden faces changes in its economic environment. While the cost of living continues to rise, many people in the country already feel the negative effect of the economic crisis. According to Anders Håkansson, a professor of psychiatry at Lund University and doctor at Malmö’s addiction clinic, the economic crisis helps […]
Industry
January 24, 2023
ICE Consumer Protection Zone on Track to Hit Fund-Raising Target
The target is just £6,000 shy of the expected sum, and a number of prominent companies participated in the backing of the zone, designed to spread awareness about problem gambling and how businesses stand to benefit from tackling the issue on an industry level. Consumer Protection Is Now an Indelible Part of ICE’s Identity Among […]
Business
January 24, 2023
Michael Hoenig to Leave General Counsel Position with NIGC
On Monday, the NIGC’s chairman, E. Sequoyah Simermeyer, revealed that Hoenig’s departure will be effective starting from January 27, 2023. Overall, Hoenig was a part of NIGC for 16 years. During that time, he has held key roles within the Commission. In his most recent role as general counsel, Hoenig spent the last seven years. […]
Casino
January 24, 2023
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Holds Grand Opening Ceremony
The venue opened officially for visitors around 10 am on Monday, January 23, 2023. Besides public guests, the Mayor of Portsmouth, Shannon Glover, the director of Portsmouth Economic Development, Brian Donahue, and the executive director of the Virginia Lottery, Kelly T. Gee, attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Additionally, Rivers Casino Portsmouth’s general manager Roy Corby and […]
Industry
January 24, 2023
AstroPay Launches Prepaid Visa Cards in Peru
The new card is issued by Tebca Perú, a leading Fintech company in the country, which will enable consumers to use the card and add an additional layer of security to their comings and goings at iGaming operators. AstroPay Teams with Tebca Perú for Card Launch The card is designed to be activated quickly, easily, […]
Business
January 24, 2023
Michigan Online Betting and Casino Close to $2bn in Receipts for 2022
Overall, the gross receipts from commercial and tribal iGaming and internet sports betting operators hit $1.98 billion in 2022. This result marked a strong 41% increase when compared to the $1.4 billion in gross receipts reported a year ago, in 2021. A breakdown of that total showed that internet sports betting contributed $399.6 million in […]
Casino
January 24, 2023
Saskatchewan’s Two-month Gaming Handle Nearing $24M
The strong financial performance is the result of a well-tailored product that has factored in player interest and preferences, leveraged by a strong underpinning platform by the province. Great First Two Months Figures provided by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) state that November’s revenue was CA$14.8 million (approx. $11.1 million), followed by CA$17 million […]
Business
January 23, 2023
White Hat Studios Launches in Pennsylvania Continuing US Push
Thanks to the recent roll-out, the company’s content is now available for players within the regulated iGaming market in the Keystone State. The launch will see players in the state tap into leading titles from White Hat such as Deal or no Deal: The Golden Case Megaways, Bankin’ Bacon, The Goonies, Blackjack Players Choices as […]
Industry
January 23, 2023
GambleAware to Support GLEN with £375,000 Grant
The NGO has forwarded a grant worth £375,000 which will be distributed over the next three years, which will see the Gambling Lived Experience Network, or GLEN, seek to establish itself as an independent entity after the initial funding period. Gambling Lived Experience Network Gets Backing from GambleAware In order to make a lasting change, […]
Slots
January 23, 2023
Evoplay Adds Bonus Buy Twist to Mega Greatest Catch Slot in New Release
The award-winning online gaming development company has decided to add the Bonus Buy feature to its already popular title that focuses on Harry, the mustached fisherman who is always napping in the shadows. Once again, players will accompany Harry on his mission to catch a giant fish packed with Free Spins – Scatter symbols. Mega […]
