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Videoslots Celebrates its 10,000th Online Casino Game
Videoslots Celebrates its 10,000th Online Casino Game
Videoslots has been entertaining online casino fans since its launch in 2011. The founders had a vision to bring their passion for gambling to life by creating a stable of high-quality instant games that would align with the best practices of an ever...Jul 30, 2023The FDJ's Rise from National Lottery to Big Industry Bidder
The FDJ's Rise from National Lottery to Big Industry Bidder
In the dynamic igaming world, where futures and fortunes can change with a dice roll or a card draw, one company has stood the test of time - La Française des Jeux (FDJ). Evolving from a national lottery into a powerhouse in the gaming industry,...Jan 29, 2024Online Casinos in France Rebel Against Gambling Authority
Online Casinos in France Rebel Against Gambling Authority
In every online casino market, there are key players, and then there are those who get left behind. Some regions have giants that aim to take over the entire industry, leaving nothing but crumbs for the rest. Large casino groups in France have b...Jan 24, 2024Kentucky Sees a $4.5M Handle in First 2 Weeks of Retail Sports Betting
Kentucky Sees a $4.5M Handle in First 2 Weeks of Retail Sports Betting
The preliminary results for revenue generated in the first two weeks of Kentucky retail sports betting are out, and the numbers don’t lie. The state has managed to reel in over $4.5 million in betting handles within 14 days of officially going live w...Sep 23, 2023Disney to Enter Sports Betting Realm With ESPN Bet in November
Disney to Enter Sports Betting Realm With ESPN Bet in November
Mass media giant Disney is gearing up for its sports betting debut in November when it is set to launch the ESPN Bet App. Historically, and more so during the reign of its Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger, the mass media giant has been reluctant to d...Oct 21, 2023Now Live: Exciting Tournaments at SOFTSWISS Casinos
Now Live: Exciting Tournaments at SOFTSWISS Casinos
Visit any leading online gaming platform, and you’ll find the most intriguing games from the best software providers. Players at SoftSwiss casinos are in for a treat with the new enhanced tournaments featuring amazing live tournaments. The...Jan 31, 2024Is Personalisation the Key to Increased Safer Gambling?
Is Personalisation the Key to Increased Safer Gambling?
In its annual Sustainability Report 2022/23, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) revealed that its members had shown a marked increase in personalised safer gambling messaging. Maarten Haijer, Secretary General, EGBA, said:...Jul 17, 2023Videoslots Celebrates its 10,000th Online Casino Game
Videoslots Celebrates its 10,000th Online Casino Game
Videoslots has been entertaining online casino fans since its launch in 2011. The founders had a vision to bring their passion for gambling to life by creating a stable of high-quality instant games that would align with the best practices of an ever...Jul 30, 2023The FDJ's Rise from National Lottery to Big Industry Bidder
The FDJ's Rise from National Lottery to Big Industry Bidder
In the dynamic igaming world, where futures and fortunes can change with a dice roll or a card draw, one company has stood the test of time - La Française des Jeux (FDJ). Evolving from a national lottery into a powerhouse in the gaming industry,...Jan 29, 2024Online Casinos in France Rebel Against Gambling Authority
Online Casinos in France Rebel Against Gambling Authority
In every online casino market, there are key players, and then there are those who get left behind. Some regions have giants that aim to take over the entire industry, leaving nothing but crumbs for the rest. Large casino groups in France have b...Jan 24, 2024Kentucky Sees a $4.5M Handle in First 2 Weeks of Retail Sports Betting
Kentucky Sees a $4.5M Handle in First 2 Weeks of Retail Sports Betting
The preliminary results for revenue generated in the first two weeks of Kentucky retail sports betting are out, and the numbers don’t lie. The state has managed to reel in over $4.5 million in betting handles within 14 days of officially going live w...Sep 23, 2023Disney to Enter Sports Betting Realm With ESPN Bet in November
Disney to Enter Sports Betting Realm With ESPN Bet in November
Mass media giant Disney is gearing up for its sports betting debut in November when it is set to launch the ESPN Bet App. Historically, and more so during the reign of its Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger, the mass media giant has been reluctant to d...Oct 21, 2023Now Live: Exciting Tournaments at SOFTSWISS Casinos
Now Live: Exciting Tournaments at SOFTSWISS Casinos
Visit any leading online gaming platform, and you’ll find the most intriguing games from the best software providers. Players at SoftSwiss casinos are in for a treat with the new enhanced tournaments featuring amazing live tournaments. The...Jan 31, 2024Is Personalisation the Key to Increased Safer Gambling?
Is Personalisation the Key to Increased Safer Gambling?
In its annual Sustainability Report 2022/23, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) revealed that its members had shown a marked increase in personalised safer gambling messaging. Maarten Haijer, Secretary General, EGBA, said:...Jul 17, 2023PAGCOR Hands Over Filipino Casino Management to the IEC
PAGCOR Hands Over Filipino Casino Management to the IEC
The work of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) was a significant component of the successful implementation of a regulated gambling framework. PAGCOR is responsible for managing the country's land-based gambling operators and on...May 13, 2024UK Report: The Lines Between Gaming and Gambling Have Blurred
UK Report: The Lines Between Gaming and Gambling Have Blurred
The conversation around loot boxes and how they mimic games of chance to trigger players' dopamine centres has yet to be resolved. However, over time, the discussion has enlarged to encompass the use of these triggers in the gameplay itself to make t...May 11, 2024Unexpected Filipino Partnership in the War on Illegal Gambling
Unexpected Filipino Partnership in the War on Illegal Gambling
The Philippines has been very open about its intent to maximise market channelisation in its licensed casino business. At the top of its to-do list is a keen focus on shutting down black market casinos and educating players on the benefits of playing...Apr 25, 2024Nevada Gaming Win Dips for the First Time in 8 Months to $1.29B in March
Nevada Gaming Win Dips for the First Time in 8 Months to $1.29B in March
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has just revealed its gaming revenue numbers for March, which posted a year-over-year decline for the first time in eight months. The data showed that at $1.92 billion, Nevada Casinos last month recorded a 1.65%...Apr 24, 2024Hacksaw Gaming Coming to a Portuguese Online Casino Near You
Hacksaw Gaming Coming to a Portuguese Online Casino Near You
It has been an exciting time for Portuguese online casino fans with the announcement that popular software developer Hacksaw Gaming, known for its innovative and high-quality games, has negotiated an exclusive content release with Solverde Group, a t...Apr 23, 2024UKGC Outlines 3-Year Plan for its Gambling Industry
UKGC Outlines 3-Year Plan for its Gambling Industry
The digital age is bringing new changes for online casino platforms and regulators alike. Recently, the UK Gambling Commission released its revised three-year corporate strategy. The updated strategy outlines all the key areas regulatory work wi...Apr 16, 2024Casino Streamers and Twitch at Odds with the Swedish Gambling Regulator
Casino Streamers and Twitch at Odds with the Swedish Gambling Regulator
In Sweden's digital realm, where entertainment and influence combine, a storm is brewing. Twitch's most viewed influencers are being scrutinised for promoting unlicensed casinos several hours a week. As a result, online streamers and Twitch find...Apr 15, 2024New York Scores a Record Smashing $19.64B Sports Betting Handle in FY23
New York Scores a Record Smashing $19.64B Sports Betting Handle in FY23
The sky is clearly not the limit for the Empire State, seeing its consistency in shattering records since it debuted online sports wagering. The state recorded a staggering $19.64 billion in wagers placed over the last financial year (2023), represen...Apr 11, 2024Industry Dismay as Italy Approves €7 Million Online Gambling License Fee
Industry Dismay as Italy Approves €7 Million Online Gambling License Fee
The ongoing conflict between licensed online casino and betting operators in Italy and the gambling jurisdictions' Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) has been a significant issue over the past year. This conflict, which has even involved the cou...Apr 09, 2024The Philippines Wins Big As PAGCOR Delivers a Massive Cash Payout
The Philippines Wins Big As PAGCOR Delivers a Massive Cash Payout
Continuing its journey of delivering value to the Filipino online gambling sector while providing much-needed funding for community-facing initiatives, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) announced that its latest cash dividend a...Apr 08, 2024AGCO Boasts 86% Casino Market Channelisation in Canada
AGCO Boasts 86% Casino Market Channelisation in Canada
With regulated online gambling in Ontario celebrating its second birthday this month, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) shared notable market statistics and unveiled its hallmark successes. In a statement that expressed his over...Apr 07, 2024PAGCOR and GCG Join Forces Signing 2024 Performance Target
PAGCOR and GCG Join Forces Signing 2024 Performance Target
The recent signing of the 2024 Performance Scorecard between PAGCOR and the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) marks a significant milestone in the Philippine gaming landscape. With a focus on accountability and progress, this partnership aim...Mar 26, 2024