Instant win games supplier IWG has launched Rollover Jackpots, claiming an industry-first – groundbreaking product. Rollover Jackpots, which will offer prizes starting from GBP 10 million to GBP 25 million, is tipped to launch with two European tier one operators this quarter. The insured jackpot mechanic can be applied to any IWG game, the company …
Following the end of a two-year agreed term, Norbert Teufelberger will step down as a non-executive director of GVC Holdings early next month. Lee Feldman, GVC Chairman thanked Teufelberger for his contribution to the company over the past two years, saying: “He provided valuable insight into the bwin.party business, following the takeover of that group, …
FanDuel founder and former CEO Nigel Eccles has again displayed his entrepreneurial flair by starting a new Edinburgh-based eSports social streaming company titled Flick. Our readers may recall that Eccles departed FanDuel last year, hinting that he had in mind an eSports-related venture. Flick will operate in a similar manner to Twitch, but with social …
The Guardian newspaper, which is well known for its strong anti-gambling content, reports that last-minute recommendations to the UK government’s consultative process on gambling include the imposition of a levy on operators to address problem gambling, and a suggestion that a ban on the use of credit cards in gambling could be beneficial. The consultation …
Regulated and Simulated Gaming provider GAN has posted a trading update covering H2-2017 and FY-2017, reporting that the company performed in line with market expectations for the year ended December 31, 2017. The company’s products were launched at several new clients, including the Overseas Internet Casino. During the period, strict control was maintained over costs, …
Playtech is about to launch a new 5 reel, 40 pay-line slot with a theme based on the Robin Hood-like character Zorro, a Mexican swashbuckling legend who battled the baddies in the 1821 Mexican war of independence from Spain. All the characters from the movie are represented and are recognisable as the all-star cast, including …
On Tuesday the Florida House Tourism and Gaming Control Subcommittee unanimously progressed HB223, a bill proposing the exemption of fantasy sports from state gambling regulation. Bill sponsor Rep. Jason Brodeur said that playing fantasy sports is no different than a “fishing tournament” or a “dog show,” and that the vertical is a skill game in …
Emulating a number of US states, the American communications giant Verizon is reportedly considering the opportunities in US sports betting if the US Supreme Court rules against the restrictive federal Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, enabling an expansion of the estimated $155 billion market beyond the current four states (see previous reports). Sources have …
The trade body Association of Gaming Operators-Kenya has again appealed to the Kenya government to shelve its 35 percent across-the-board gambling tax. Association Secretary Judith Kiragu appealed to government to return to the previous tiered system of taxation, which took into account the differing forms of gambling and infrastructure. She also explained that online sports …
In an industry update, online gaming firm Bodog said it had brokered a seven-figure deal as the Master Sponsor of the Copa do Brasil through Klefer Sports Marketing. Describing Copa do Brasil as the most significant club competition in the region, and similar to the English FA Cup in the UK, Bodog said it had …
Nektan plc has announced the launch of three new casino sites, Slot Stars, Cupid Slots and Empire Wins on its Evolve technology platform. The company detailed in a quarterly report earlier this month that it had launched seventeen new sites and 5 new partners in Q2 2018, is currently operating a total of ninety-four brands …
Stakelogic is preparing to make a splash at ICE 2018 with the launch of a new slot featuring Robbert van de Corput, better known by his stage name Hardwell, a Dutch electro house disc jockey, record producer and remixer from Breda. DJ Hardwell will make an appearance at the NOVOMATIC Interactive exhibition and entertain guests …
Massachusetts Sen. Eileen Donoghue has moved to make permanent the current temporary legality of daily fantasy sports (DFS) in the state as the expiry of its trial period approaches in five month’s time. The senator proposes that the Massachusetts Gaming Commission oversees activity and collects 15 percent of GGR tax on operators in respect of …
Bede Gaming has opted for a suite of instant win games (IWG) from Gamevy, expanding its offer via the PLAY content and marketing platform. Bede’s PLAY will offer partners Gamevy IWG titles such as Epic Gems and Red Card. Chief executive officer of Bede Gaming, Michael Brady, cited partner demand for new IWG games as …
Argyll Entertainment’s SportNation and RedZoneSports brands will be among the first in the UK market to offer SBTech’s recently released Action Betting feature. Action Betting is a mobile first in-play feature that engages with players by suggesting markets of interest when incidents occur within a match and provides “quickbet” functionality. “The release of Action Betting …
The UK and French Government’s have reached an agreement hailed as a key partnership in protecting sports’ integrity. Matt Hancock, the British Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport and French Sports Minister Laura Flessel-Colovic signed a Declaration of Intention at the UK-France Summit last week detailing the sharing of expertise and best …
A Dutch appellate court backed the country’s gambling regulator last week when it ruled in favour of the Kansspelautoriteit’s (KSA) imposition of a Euro 200,000 fine on Imperial E-Club who reportedly ignored numerous warnings in 2014 to cease its illegal activity in the Dutch market through seven of its online operations (see previous reports). Imperial …
Play’n GO has entered the Czech Republic for the first time after agreeing a content supply deal with Czech sportsbook operator Tipsport. Play’n GO multi-channel games were integrated to Tipsport’s platform late 2017 and the deal includes the provision of Play’n GO’s Game Account Toolkit (GAT) which acts as a bridge to the operator’s existing …
Tom Horn Gaming has entered into a content supply deal with Digitain for its full portfolio of omni-channel video slots. Titles include 243 Crystal Fruits, Book of Spells, Dragon Egg and Panda’s Run. “Tom Horn Gaming enjoyed a 2017 to remember and it’s great to kick off the new year by agreeing a partnership with …
Games developer Endorphina’s full suite of 40-plus slots has been integrated to platform developer and games aggregator SoftGamings line up. “Endorphina suits perfectly our concept of bundles, where we offer slots from the best providers through a single integration,” Svetlana Gasel, Head of Partnerships of SoftGamings, commented. “I’m sure our existing and future clients will …
Relax Gaming has integrated a range of Pocket Games Soft (PG Soft) mobile-built content to its Silver Bullet platform boosting its portfolio to offer over 100 titles. Malta-based PG Soft will initially provide its recently released titles Honey Trap of DiaoChan, Tree of Fortune and Fortune Gods, all showcasing vibrant visuals, innovative mechanics and Asian …
Gaming Innovation Group (GIG) has officially opened its new Headquarters in Malta, describing the location as a state-of-the-art workspace overlooking St. George’s Bay. The building offers its employees a creative space to work and includes a gym, an in-house Barista, a commercial kitchen offering locally sourced organic food, an ice-cream corner and two purpose built …
UK bookmaker William Hill is the first major operator to take on SIS’ Watch & Bet British and Irish Greyhound racing service for online. The bookmaker has already incorporated the live greyhound pictures into their free-to-view ‘Betting TV’ streaming service which were made available to their customers since January 1, 2018. The new multi-year online …
Online gaming operator Mr Green has committed to the UN Global Compact joining over 9,000 other companies worldwide. The UN Global Compact, founded in 2000, follows ten international principles on human rights, labour rights, environment and anti-bribery. “Sustainability is an integrated part of our strategy and we share the view of UN Global Compact that …