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Esports
April 14, 2022
Esports Still Face Verification Problems, Leaders Say During ICE London 2022
Esports plays an increasingly important role in the gambling ecosystem. As a phenomenon on its own, esports is a billion-worth industry with tournaments that award seven-figure prizes. Endemic betting agencies such as Rivalry, Loot.Bet, Luckbox, and others focus on esports betting exclusively. Even Clarion Gaming has revealed an increased focus on esports and its future […]
Business
April 13, 2022
IGT and Aristocrat Sign Complex Patent Deal for Cross-Licensing
Global gaming equipment and content provider International Game Technology Plc (IGT) has agreed to sign a complex patent cross-licensing deal with its industry rival Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. The agreement will cover a series of important patents tied to remote game server (RGS) solutions and game features. The financial terms of the deal have remained undisclosed. […]
Sports
April 13, 2022
Match-Fixing Allegations Got El Mihdawy Temporarily Banned from Tennis
The professional US tennis athlete Adam El Mihdawy has been accused of match-fixing, causing him to receive a provisional suspension by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA). Match-Fixing Allegations Got El Mihdawy Banned Match-fixing continues to be a problem that the sports and sports betting industries continuously have to face. Professional leagues have grown aware […]
Esports
April 13, 2022
Intema Solutions Officially Changes Its Name to React Gaming Group
Intema Solutions, a leading Canadian iGaming company, has announced that it has successfully rebranded under the name React Gaming Group. The company will continue all of its esports and betting operations under the RGG symbol. Rebranding Comes without Any Changes to the Share Capital The company’s common shares will be trading at the TSX Venture […]
Industry
April 13, 2022
Fitch Moderately Optimistic about Scientific Games Lottery Business
Scientific Games received a “B” default mark from Fitch Ratings on Tuesday with the credit rating company assessing the value of Light & Wonder’s lottery business. Scientific Games demerged from the rebranded Light & Wonder to pursue lottery operations on its own and is now run by Brookfield Business Partners in what was a $6-billion […]
Industry
April 12, 2022
Win Systems and GLI Extend Certification Alliance to Gaming
Provider of technology for the gaming and entertainment industry Win Systems announced Monday a new collaborative agreement with Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) to make the prestigious international laboratory its exclusive certification partner. ‘Looking Forward to Many More Years of Collaboration’ The new agreement between Win Systems and GLI extends their partnership to the tech supplier’s […]
Slots
April 12, 2022
Wazdan Is Going Back to the Basics With Retro Hot Slot: 777 Crown
Popular gaming studio with cutting-edge iGaming solutions Wazdan has launched Hot Slot: 777 Crown, an exciting title for retro slots aficionados. The game is a real gem for nostalgic players eager to go back in time and claim their shiny crown. 20 Paylines and Proprietary Customizable Features If you are a nostalgic retro slot game […]
Sports
April 12, 2022
ComeOn Partners With IBIA, Throwing Player Protection Into the Spotlight
Launched in 2008, ComeOn Group is one of the leading operators in the fast-expanding iGaming market determined to constantly provide its customers with safe, corruption-free betting experiences on its platforms. The group has announced a new multi-year membership agreement with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), the leading international voice on integrity for regulated betting […]
Industry
April 11, 2022
Sportradar Acquired AI Technology Solutions Pioneer Vaix
Leading sports data and technology company Sportradar announced today the acquisition of Vaix, a pioneer in developing artificial intelligence (AI)-based solutions for the online casino industry. Enhancing Player Personalization The acquisition of Vaix, a supplier of innovative AI technology that powers a more-targeted, player-friendly experience for gambling operators by allowing them to gain a personalized […]
Business
April 11, 2022
International Game Technology to Acquire iSoftBet in a $174M Deal
International Game Technology (IGT), a multinational business-to-business provider of slot machines and gambling technology, has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the casino solutions provider iSoftBet. IGT to Acquire iSoftBet in a $174M Deal The two parties have agreed on the final sum of $174 million in cash. Thanks to this acquisition, IGT will expand […]