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The 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, 2024Dream Drop Network Celebrates 100 Million Winner Milestone
Dream Drop Network Celebrates 100 Million Winner Milestone
Relax Gaming's Dream Drop progressive jackpot network launched quietly, allowing player hype to do the lion's share of its marketing. Even today, with frequent multi-million Euro payouts and an incredible number of individual rewards, the company sha...Oct 26, 2023Is 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, 2023India's iGaming Sector Stands Against Proposed Tax Increases
India's iGaming Sector Stands Against Proposed Tax Increases
Ever since India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, made the announcement in July of 2023 that a higher tax rate would be imposed on gambling companies, operators have been fighting for change. Now that the Goods and Service Tax (GST) is in full effect...Jan 13, 2024Gaming Juggernaut Flutter Starts Trading on the NYSE for US Appeal
Gaming Juggernaut Flutter Starts Trading on the NYSE for US Appeal
Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of FanDuel, formally enlisted in the New York Stock Exchange effective Monday, 29th January, under the FLTR ticker symbol. The company got off to a great start in the market, with its shares up 1.4% on its fi...Jan 30, 2024Disney 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, 2023Kentucky 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, 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, 2024Dream Drop Network Celebrates 100 Million Winner Milestone
Dream Drop Network Celebrates 100 Million Winner Milestone
Relax Gaming's Dream Drop progressive jackpot network launched quietly, allowing player hype to do the lion's share of its marketing. Even today, with frequent multi-million Euro payouts and an incredible number of individual rewards, the company sha...Oct 26, 2023Is 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, 2023India's iGaming Sector Stands Against Proposed Tax Increases
India's iGaming Sector Stands Against Proposed Tax Increases
Ever since India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, made the announcement in July of 2023 that a higher tax rate would be imposed on gambling companies, operators have been fighting for change. Now that the Goods and Service Tax (GST) is in full effect...Jan 13, 2024Gaming Juggernaut Flutter Starts Trading on the NYSE for US Appeal
Gaming Juggernaut Flutter Starts Trading on the NYSE for US Appeal
Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of FanDuel, formally enlisted in the New York Stock Exchange effective Monday, 29th January, under the FLTR ticker symbol. The company got off to a great start in the market, with its shares up 1.4% on its fi...Jan 30, 2024Disney 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, 2023Kentucky 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, 2023Revamped Treatment Networks for Spanish Gambling Industry
Revamped Treatment Networks for Spanish Gambling Industry
As Spain moves closer to its deadline for the decree project to come into force, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs announced an important step in the right direction. It recently launched a public consultation to move forward with upgrades on the coun...Jan 15, 2022DraftKings Taking Over From Oregon's Scoreboard on Jan 18th
DraftKings Taking Over From Oregon's Scoreboard on Jan 18th
This January, the Oregon Lottery will officially be migrating from its Scoreboard sportsbook platform to start offering sports betting within state lines via the DraftKings sportsbook. The Beaver State’s Lottery announced the agreement on Wednesday,...Jan 15, 2022Macau Halves Casino License Duration to 10 Years & Ups Local Ownership to 15%
Macau Halves Casino License Duration to 10 Years & Ups Local Ownership to 15%
The Macau Legislative Assembly has set a meeting to review a recently released draft of Macau’s updated gambling bill later in the month. This revision comes after more than two decades of using the Macau Gambling Law, passed in 2001 when the Special...Jan 14, 2022How Branded Casino Games Benefit Platforms and Punters
How Branded Casino Games Benefit Platforms and Punters
The online betting industry experienced inconceivable growth since the pandemic hit and, thanks to this, punters have more choices than they could wish for. Operators pop up from everywhere and software providers release games so often it is a challe...Jan 13, 2022Legal Online Gambling in the Pipeline for Argentina
Legal Online Gambling in the Pipeline for Argentina
Online gambling is without a doubt more popular than ever before. Lockdowns and stay-at-home orders prompted the world to take a closer look at how to make the industry as safe as possible. Argentina was one of the countries to step up their regulate...Jan 11, 2022Is Blockchain-based AML and KYC the Golden Middle Ground?
Is Blockchain-based AML and KYC the Golden Middle Ground?
While regulators up the ante concerning security protocols, the Malta Gaming Association (MGA) recently showed their willingness to take no prisoners when enforcing KYC and AML regulations. And for good reason - Operators face millions in penalties i...Jan 09, 2022New York Finally Kicks Off Regulated Mobile Sports Betting
New York Finally Kicks Off Regulated Mobile Sports Betting
January 8th marked a significant moment in New York as four sportsbook operators were approved to start offering mobile sports betting by the New York State Gaming Commission. This means that both online and in-person sports betting (which began in 2...Jan 09, 2022Gambless Test Insights Provide Safer Gambling Inspiration
Gambless Test Insights Provide Safer Gambling Inspiration
Results from a self-assessment test related to problem gambling, offered on the Gambless app, revealed stark differences from one country to the next. The outcome, based on responses from 3,500 participants, shows that gamblers that speak English are...Jan 08, 2022iGaming Aggregators Unlock Better Player Experiences
iGaming Aggregators Unlock Better Player Experiences
Curacao-based games operator and aggregator, Groove Gaming, experienced their best performing year to date during 2021. By signing more partner deals than ever and initiating more operator integrations than during previous periods, the company reache...Jan 06, 2022VR Gambling: Could It Be A $2 Billion Niche Market?
VR Gambling: Could It Be A $2 Billion Niche Market?
A recent study by Technavio research shows that Virtual Reality gambling is on the rise. By the end of 2025, it could be a $1.74 billion industry. The forecast compound annual growth rate for the Virtual Reality segment in online gambling is an a...Jan 04, 20222022 Will See 888 Own and Operate All William Hill Non-US Assets
2022 Will See 888 Own and Operate All William Hill Non-US Assets
In a move that some might see as unfortunate when it comes to losing local ownership and operational oversight the British betting and gambling stalwart, William Hill was sold to Caesar’s Entertainment for a whopping £2.2 billion. The American ca...Jan 02, 2022Nevada Casinos Win $1 Billion+ Revenue 9 Months in a Row
Nevada Casinos Win $1 Billion+ Revenue 9 Months in a Row
Nevada’s casino industry is on a roll. In November, for a record-shattering ninth month back-to-back, the gross gaming revenue (GGR) for casinos in the Silver State has topped the $1 billion mark. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) announced the...Dec 31, 2021