Tag: Gambling industry
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. Maintains Strong Market Share Position
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. Maintains Strong Market Share PositionLast week, the Auditor General of Ontario issued a report applauding the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation for the progress they’ve made in the face...
Impact of New Hampshire Casino on Massachusetts City Leaders’ Concerns
The city council in Lawrence, Massachusetts is sounding the alarm about the potential consequences of a new casino set to open in nearby Salem, New Hampshire. According to reports, the Lawrence City Council has...
Bill Miller Discusses American Gaming Association on GGB Podcast
Bill Miller discussed the role of the American Gaming Association (AGA) in the thriving gaming industry during a recent interview on the Global Gaming Business (GGB) Podcast. As the President and CEO of the...
Asia Gaming Industry News and Updates: GGB News Focus
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made a significant announcement on July 22, declaring a ban on the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) due to the industry’s involvement in various illicit activities. The ban is set...
2025 Online Gambling Framework Proposed by NCLGS
At the recent National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) conference in Pittsburgh, a groundbreaking proposal for the 2025 online gambling framework was unveiled. This initiative, spearheaded by former Florida State Senator Steve...
Latin America’s Growing Gaming Industry – Latest Updates and Trends
Latin America's gaming industry is rapidly growing, with various conferences and events happening around the world to showcase the latest updates and trends in the gaming sector.One of the upcoming events is iGB L!VE...
Italy’s New Online Gambling Licensing Regime: Final Steps and Updates
Italy is moving forward with its plans to reorganize the gambling industry, with the Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) taking the final steps to establish a new framework for online gambling licenses. Last week,...
British Man Imprisoned in Finland for Hacking Casinos and Stealing $900K
A British man named William Anthony Parker has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison in Finland for hacking into two online casinos and stealing approximately €835K (US$900K). The District Court...
Iceland’s Casino Regulations in 2024: Risks and Rewards
Iceland is known for its innovative tech industry and beautiful landscapes, but when it comes to gambling, the country is at a crossroads. While there are no physical casinos in Iceland and the government...
Stricter Regulations on Gambling Ads Supported by Public, Survey Shows
A recent survey conducted by GambleAware in collaboration with Ipsos has shown that there is significant public support for stricter regulations on gambling advertising in the UK. The survey, which gathered responses from 4,207...
Penn National Gaming Stock Surges on Rumors of Flutter Entertainment Joining Boyd Gaming in...
Penn National Gaming stock saw a significant increase in value due to rumors circulating about Flutter Entertainment potentially teaming up with Boyd Gaming for a takeover bid. This news comes amidst a mixed day...
DraftKings Considering VSiN Acquisition in Barstool/Penn-Style Deal
DraftKings is reportedly thinking about selling the Vegas Sports Information Network (VSiN), a sports betting radio network it bought for $70 million in March 2021. Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG) mentioned that DraftKings may...
Macau Customs Officer Charged in Illegal Bookmaking Scheme
A Macau customs officer is one of the 93 individuals who have been charged in connection with an illegal sports betting operation that extended into Hong Kong and Guangdong Province.The Macau Judiciary Police apprehended...
Andrés Barragán Urbiola Named Spain’s Minister for Federal Gambling Reforms
The Council of Ministers in Spain has recently appointed Andrés Barragán Urbiola as the Secretary General of Consumption and Gaming. His main responsibility will be to oversee the ongoing federal reforms in the country's...
Caesars Palace Las Vegas Poker Room Closure for Renovations
Caesars Palace in Las Vegas is getting ready for a renovation that will temporarily close its poker room for about two to three months. The decision was shared with employees through a company memo,...
NetBet Italy Partners with Playtech to Offer Exclusive Live Dealer Games
NetBet Italy is excited to announce its new partnership with the renowned iGaming provider Playtech, a collaboration that promises to bring a range of unique Live Dealer games to players across the region. Playtech's...
Penn National Gaming’s Partnership with Barstool Sports: A Financial Analysis
Penn National Gaming recently made headlines with its partnership with Barstool Sports, a popular sports media company. This strategic alliance between a casino operator and a sports media giant is seen as a game-changer...
Brazil Legalizes Casinos and Bingo: What You Need to Know
Brazil has recently taken a big step towards legalizing various forms of gambling, including casinos, bingo, jogo de bicho, and horserace betting. The bill, known as PL 2,234/2022, was approved by the Justice and...
59% of US Bettors Place Daily Bets: Betsson Report
A recent report by Betsson, GambleID, and Sports Handle has revealed some interesting insights into the habits of sports bettors in the US. According to the report, 59% of bettors place bets on a...