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Cliff Atkinson has recently been announced as the new President of the resort casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, a part of Curio Collection by Hilton, starting from July 31st. In his new role, Atkinson will collaborate closely with the executive team at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas to uphold the establishment’s reputation as a lively destination for its guests. A statement from the board…

Booming Games has recently launched a new slot game called Ronaldinho Spins, featuring the renowned international football star. This exciting game offers various features, including the Ronaldinho Wild symbol that expands to cover entire reels two, three, and four in the base game. Players can trigger 12 Free Spins by landing at least three Scatters, with opportunities for symbol upgrades. Free Spins can be…

Slots del Sol Online, in collaboration with Konami Gaming, has officially launched real-money online slots in Paraguay through their website slotsdelsolonline.com. This exciting partnership utilizes Konami Gaming’s remote gaming server (RGS) to offer popular casino games such as Chili Chili Fire, Dragon’s Law Twin Fever, and Lion Carnival to players in Paraguay. This marks a significant milestone as the first time an online operator…

Hub88 recently signed a content distribution agreement with Boldplay, an online slot developer, as part of its efforts to expand globally. Established in 2019, Boldplay creates various online casino content such as slots, jackpots, table games, bingo, keno, and virtual scratch cards. As part of the deal, Hub88 will add Boldplay’s collection of over 100 titles to its aggregation platform, including popular games like…

Quickspin has recently partnered with Entain with a focus on the Spanish markets. Quickspin, a Swedish slot developer owned by Playtech, is known for creating modern casino content with popular titles like Sakura Fortune, Temple of Paw, and Spinions. These games will now be available on Entain’s Spanish-facing platforms, including partycasino.es, bwin.es, and partypoker.es. Joseph Franklin, the Director of Commercial Operations at Quickspin, expressed…

In a recent promotional video, Slotsjudge game expert Krista Iljina and Onlyplay’s Head of Sales Alena Tsuranova cook a traditional Ukrainian dish that inspired Onlyplay’s Lucky Borsch slot game. Tsuranova, a Ukrainian native, highlights the cultural significance of Borscht in Ukraine and explains how it inspired the slot game. The video showcases the two company representatives discussing gambling topics and company updates while cooking…

Players in India will now have access to a variety of games through Slotegrator’s APIgrator. By Megan Elswyth Slotegrator has recently partnered with Betnwin. This online casino and sportsbook will be integrating gaming content from Slotegrator’s APIgrator onto its platform. With over 17,000 titles from 100+ providers, customers on the Indian-facing site will have a wide selection to choose from. Ataur Rosul Abeer, Slotegrator…

The Gambling Commission now requires licence holders to submit regulatory returns on a quarterly basis starting from 1 July 2024. By Gambling Insider The Gambling Commission has implemented a new condition for licence holders, requiring the submission of regulatory returns on a quarterly basis. Effective from 1 July, this change mandates that all licensees must file their returns within 28 days of the end…

The partnership between Mindway AI and Evoke aims to strengthen player protection and responsible gaming protocols. By Ciaran McLoughlin Mindway AI and Evoke have come to an agreement to enhance responsible gaming initiatives in the industry. This collaboration will involve integrating Mindway AI’s technology into Evoke’s platform to enhance player protection. Utilizing artificial intelligence, neuroscientific insights, and human evaluations, including Mindway AI’s GameScanner solution,…

KSA inspections revealed the need for arcades in the Netherlands to improve their duty of care in preventing gambling addiction.  By Gambling Insider The Gaming Authority (KSA) has reported findings from recent inspections of 20 arcades across the Netherlands, highlighting the need for better implementation of duty of care to prevent and limit gambling addiction.  The inspections, conducted in December and January, revealed that…

The updated timeline has phase one (public areas and casino) to be complete in Q4 2024, followed by phase two and phase three (remaining rooms and amenities) in 2025. By Gambling Insider Manila Waterfront Philippines (WPI) has stated that the new completion date for the reconstruction of its Waterfront Manila Hotel and Casino project will be in Q4 2025, with phase one of the…

Deputy Director Ricky Hoi pointed out that visitors come to Macau to experience the local food and cafes, not the free casino snacks.  By Gambling Insider Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) Deputy Director Ricky Hoi Io Meng has remarked that the restrictions on free snacks and beverages by Macau’s casinos should not impact visitor numbers.  According to Macau news agencies, the Deputy Director made…

The Swedish Gaming Authority banned Small House BV for operating without a licence, continuing its crackdown on unlicensed gambling operations. By Gambling Insider The Swedish Gaming Authority (Spelinspektionen) has banned Small House BV from operating in the country due to the company lacking the required licence. This decision aligns with the regulator’s ongoing efforts to ensure all gambling activities in Sweden are conducted solely…

Gamanza Games’ new arcade-style game, Plinkoinko, has found success with iGaming partner jackpots.ch. By Gambling Insider Gamanza Games, the in-house game development studio of Gamanza Group AG, has reported an achievement in the Swiss online gambling market. Its recently launched arcade-style game, Plinkoinko, has been pointed to as one of the highest-performing games on the jackpots.ch platform based on unique player count for June.…

The assets, worth about HK$100m (US$12.8m), were auctioned off by the Court of First Instance. By Gambling Insider Assets of former junket manager Chan Yan Hung, who was accused of embezzling about HK$100m from a VIP room at L’Arc Macau in 2016, have been auctioned off by the Court of First Instance.  The court-ordered sale is a step towards recovering the embezzled funds, as…

Launched on 21 August 2023, BetStop has seen significant uptake since its inception. By Gambling Insider BetStop, Australia’s national self-exclusion register, has released new statistics showing the number of people who registered in June. The report revealed that, by the end of June 2024, 25,972 individuals had registered to self-exclude from all licensed online and mobile wagering providers in Australia. As of 30 June…

Swintt partners with Jackpotpiraten.de to expand its slot game offerings in the German market. By Gambling Insider Supplier Swintt has announced a partnership with German online casino platform Jackpotpiraten.de. This agreement will see Swintt’s complete range of slot games integrated into the pirate-themed platform’s offerings. Jackpotpiraten.de, which is operated by the same team behind bingbong.de, is a licensed online casino in Germany. The partnership…

Hoiana Resort & Golf appoints experienced financial executive Melvyn Boey as its new CFO to enhance operations and drive growth. By Gambling Insider Hoiana Resort & Golf, a luxury integrated resort in Vietnam, has appointed Melvyn Boey as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Boey has over 25 years of experience in equity research, corporate finance, and the hospitality sector. In his previous role…

This is a newly created role in the company, covering eight venues in the UK.  By Ciaran McLoughlin Metropolitan Gaming has announced the appointment of Mark Hands as its new Director of Food, Beverage & Hospitality.  Hands, in this newly created role, will be responsible for the dining and beverage operations across eight Metropolitan Gaming venues across the UK.  Following on from his time…

The reports have included casinos as one of the sectors vulnerable to money laundering. By Gambling Insider Australia has recently published two national risk assessment reports, highlighting the threats of money laundering and terrorism financing, where casinos are mentioned as one of the sectors at risk. According to the first report titled “Money Laundering in Australia: National Risk Assessment,” traditional methods such as cash,…

The error, which led to regulators having to correct several months’ worth of financial data, is considered ‘unacceptable conduct.’ By Gambling Insider The Division of Gaming Enforcement in New Jersey has imposed a $100,000 fine on DraftKings for providing inaccurate sports betting data to the state. These errors required regulators to make corrections and repost financial data spanning over several months. The mistake involved…

SCCG Management partners with Blurify to combine market expertise with software development capabilities in the iGaming sector. By Gambling Insider SCCG Management has announced a partnership with Blurify, a software development company specializing in the iGaming sector. This collaboration aims to combine SCCG’s market insights and client network with Blurify’s technological experience in gaming software development. Blurify offers services including custom software development, prototyping,…

The 2024 World Series of Poker Main Event broke attendance records with 10,112 participants and a $94m prize pool. By Gambling Insider The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has set a new attendance record, with 10,112 participants. This surpasses the previous year’s record of 10,043 entrants. The 55th annual tournament has generated a total prize pool of $94,041,600 – the largest…

Pennsylvania Lottery launches simplified instant play games, called ‘EZ eInstants,’ in partnership with IWG. By Gambling Insider The Pennsylvania Lottery has partnered with Instant Win Gaming (IWG) to launch a new category of eInstant games called ‘EZ eInstants.’ This new category, part of IWG’s eFastPlay, aims to broaden the appeal of the Lottery’s online program by offering simplified instant play experiences. The initial launch…

Van Slooten has been with Holland Casino for three years as Regional Casino Manager in the North-East region and prior to that worked for a variety of companies including KLM, Sligro, and FrieslandCampina.  By Ciaran McLoughlin As mentioned, Van Slooten will be taking over the role from Leise, who has been with Holland Casino for 39 years, starting as a Croupier. During his time,…

Booming Games has teamed up with Aardvark Technologies to incorporate its content into the operator’s platform. Aardvark Technologies specializes in betting and screen management systems, offering solutions for online and retail bookmakers, as well as a full white-label option for betting shops. They provide a variety of markets including pre-match and in-play sports betting, greyhounds, horseracing, virtual games, lotteries, and casino games. This partnership…

Blueprint Gaming slot titles are now accessible via ESA’s Game Aggregator System due to a new content integration deal. Players can now enjoy popular titles such as Ted, The Goonies, The Flintstones, and the Fishin’ Frenzy series on ESA Gaming’s online platform. This collaboration aims to diversify ESA’s offerings for players in various markets. ESA Gaming has been expanding its reach, recently partnering with…

Swedish game studio Gaming Corps has partnered with Aardvark Technologies, an online betting platform developer. This collaboration will allow Gaming Corps to integrate its casino games onto Aardvark’s global software platform, giving Aardvark’s customers access to popular games like “Smash4Cash,” Samba Soccer, and BonBon Bonanza. Danielle Calafato, Gaming Corps CCO, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “We are always looking to work with trusted…

BetMGM has just announced their exclusive partnership with Brian Christopher Slots, naming the popular social media influencer as their brand ambassador. Known for his engaging slots and casino content, Brian Christopher will now be featured in BetMGM’s live streams on various social media platforms, showcasing their online casino offerings and taking part in upcoming marketing campaigns. Oliver Bartlett, VP of Gaming Product & Content…

Booming Games has just released their latest game, Ronaldinho Spins, exclusively on the Betano platform. Betano has been the sole provider of this game in Brazil for the past two months, ahead of its full release in the country. This game was developed following an exciting partnership announcement between Booming Games and Ronaldinho Gaúcho in November last year, marking the first time Ronaldinho’s image…

Supplier Inspired Entertainment has collaborated with Paddy Power to introduce a unique slot game. The new game, titled Paddy Power Gold Cash Freespins, combines Paddy Power’s branding with Inspired’s Gold Cash Freespins theme. Featuring a 5-reel, 4-row layout with 40 win lines, the game is set against Paddy Power’s signature green backdrop. Players can activate the “Free Spins” bonus by landing three Paddy Power…

Pragmatic Play, a well-known supplier, has teamed up with KirolBet to broaden its presence in the Spanish market. This new partnership allows KirolBet to offer Pragmatic Play’s slot games on its online casino platform, giving players access to popular titles like Gates of Olympus, Sugar Rush, Rise of Pyramids, and Dwarf & Dragon. Irina Cornides, COO of Pragmatic Play, expressed excitement about the collaboration,…

Inspired Entertainment has recently introduced Betfred Gold Cash Freespins for Betfred’s retail operations. The game features a five-reel, four-row, 40-win line slot set-up with wilds and symbols designed using Betfred iconography. It includes unique features like a gamble feature and free spins bonuses to enhance player retention. The game is a personalized version of Inspired’s existing game, Gold Cash Freespins, tailored specifically for Betfred…

International Game Technology (IGT) has just introduced the Whitney Houston Slots game, now available in casinos across the United States. This slot game, found in the SkyRise cabinet, combines Whitney Houston’s music and imagery with gaming technology to create a unique slot experience. Nick Khin, COO of IGT’s Gaming division, expressed excitement about the launch, stating, “IGT is thrilled to bring the new star-studded…

Hacksaw Gaming is excited to announce the release of their latest slot game, Cup Heroes. Developed in collaboration with Kaizen, the official sponsor of Euro 2024 and Conmebol Copa América, this football-themed slot marks a new milestone in their partnership. Since partnering nearly two years ago, Kaizen and Hacksaw Gaming have worked together on branded Dare2Win games. Cup Heroes, however, takes their collaboration to…

TransAct Technologies recently introduced its Epicentral® Promotion and Bonusing system to 200 games at two resorts in Macau, marking the company’s entry into the Asian market. This system, when used with the Epic Edge® and Epic 950® TITO printers also developed by TransAct, can generate personalized promotional offers for players at slot machines or table-top games in real time. CEO John Dillon expressed excitement…

In a new partnership with Sunbet, Greentube has officially entered the South African market with the support of Novomatic Africa. The collaboration is designed to enhance Sunbet’s gaming offerings by incorporating Greentube’s slot portfolio titles onto its platform. Additionally, Sunbet will also integrate engagement tools, retention strategies, and promotional campaigns to provide an enriched gaming experience for players. Last summer, Sunbet successfully welcomed Pariplay…

Greentube has officially entered the South African market through a new partnership with Sunbet, facilitated by Novomatic Africa. Sunbet will now offer Greentube’s slot titles on its platform, along with additional tools for player engagement and retention. This collaboration follows Sunbet’s previous successful integration of Pariplay’s Wizard Games titles last summer. Sunbet CEO, Simon Gregory, expressed confidence in the partnership with Greentube, praising the…

The collaboration will see a selection of Octoplay’s titles become available for NetBet Mexico users. By Gambling Insider NetBet Casino has announced a new partnership with Octoplay. This agreement will make Octoplay’s games accessible to NetBet Mexico customers and aims to provide Mexican players with a greater range of slot options. The partnership will see a selection of Octoplay’s flagship titles – including Lollicat,…

Hub88 is gearing up to launch Evolution Gaming’s live slot game, Balloon Race, two weeks before its official release date. The game will be available on Hub88’s aggregator platform starting from June 19th, allowing all players on Hub88’s operator partner platforms to access it. The game will then be launched across the entire Evolution Gaming network on July 3rd. Balloon Race features various exciting…

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