One of the many movements in the daily fantasy sports (DFS) industry recently saw the demise of DFS operator FantasyUp (see previous report) who has now been acquired by white label DFS provider iTEAM Network for an undisclosed consideration. According to Legal Sports Report, iTEAM Network will honour FantasyUP’s customer accounts. In a statement to …
Australian gaming firm Tabcorp has formed an exclusive-in-Australia partnership with American pool betting technology provider Longitude LLC for the implementation of the latter’s technology to deliver enhanced pari-mutuel wagering systems to New South Wales, Victoria and ACT TAB customers. Longitude’s patented Enhanced Pari-Mutuel System will be embedded into Tabcorp’s infrastructure to enhance liquidity through the …
Software provider Inspired has launched five new HTML5-built mobile and online games to its Virgo RGS comprising “Rise of Anubis”, “The Guardians”, “Spirit of the Samurai”, “Super Hot Fruits” and “I ♥ Puppies”. Rise of Anubis features a free spins bonus game with Super Wilds where the legendary Anubis turns symbols wild using laser eyes. …
Following the launch of its much-anticipated Guns ’n Roses video slot, NetEnt will release a new Jimi Hendrix-branded video slot based on the legendary guitarist, singer and songwriter as part of its NetEnt Rocks series. NetEnt said it is determined to develop a fitting and authentic homage to Hendrix, featuring five of the guitar king’s …
Texas hold’em with an eSports twist has been launched in Alpha to a select group by Alex Dreyfus’ MediaRex. While standard Texas hold’em rules apply, Hold’em X introduces a second deck comprising power-up cards such as Magic the Gathering or Hearthstone and special ability xCards which grant special powers. With the popularity of online trading …
The Netherlands Gaming Authority, Kansspelautoriteit, has sanctioned payment service provider CURO B.V. for providing services to Bluemay Enterprises NV and its associated affiliates and websites. Our readers will recall Redcorp S.A. and Bluemay Enterprises NV, the two gambling firms behind Red Slots.com, receiving a hefty fine of Euro 240 000 each back in November 2014 …
Stephen Fisk has left Amaya Inc. subsidiary Rational Group where he has spent the past nine years in various roles, the last as managing director of Sportsbook holding responsibility for the overall setup and execution of PokerStars’ recently launched sportsbook. Fisk previously served PokerStars.com as director of operations for four years, director of payments and …
Following completion of the Paddy Power Betfair merger, the company has confirmed directorship changes that include the resignation of Cormac McCarthy, Tom Grace and Ulric Jerome. Appointments comprise Breon Corcoran, as Chief Executive Officer; Alex Gersh, as Chief Financial Officer; Ian Dyson, as a non-executive director and senior independent director; Zillah Byng-Thorne (formerly Zillah Byng-Maddick), …
Following the completion of its acquisition of bwin.party and the admission to trading of its shares to the London Stock Exchange Main Market, GVC Holdings has strengthened its board with the appointment of independent non-executive directors Stephen Morana and Peter Isola. The appointments reflect the company’s commitment to enhanced corporate governance in line with a …
Unibet will offer BetUP, a live betting game with a casual sports fan appeal, following a deal with Commologic. The product, which combines different gaming genres into a second-screen, live sports betting experience, will be available on Unibet’s desktop, mobile and tablet channels. “At Unibet we are very much focused on innovation and we believe …
Microgaming has clinched its latest licensing agreement with Universal Brand Development for Jurassic World, a 2015 American adventure science fiction film and the fourth instalment of the Jurassic Park series which debuted 22-years-ago. This agreement is in addition to Microgaming’s Jurassic Park franchise deal which was announced in January 2014 and was followed by the …
Evolution Gaming has extended its existing relationship with the creation of a dedicated live studio for Belgian operator Napoleon Games. The studio, situated at Napoleon’s new office building in Aalst, is expected to go live mid-February with four Blackjack tables, one Roulette table and a multi-camera Immersive Lite Roulette table. The studio area also features …
Isle of Man software firm Pariplay Ltd has released its latest licensed brand “Atari Black Widow”, an online slot based on the iconic Atari Interactivevideo arcade game. The original game, released in 1982, saw players manouvering the eponymous spider around its web while shooting various insects to win bonuses. Pariplay’s 5-reel, 3-payline version includes ‘Seek …
Its official, Paddy Power Betfair began trading this morning (Tuesday) on the London and Dublin main stock exchanges following regulatory approval of its proposed new share scheme by the UK High Court of Justice. The start of trading signals the beginning of a new era for the two powerhouses who merged in a GBP 6.4 …
Content supplier Genesis Gaming promises dramatic adventure combined with multiple levels of fun in the forthcoming release of a new, multi-level video slot in April 2016 on the Quickfire and Relax platforms. A Greek Legend-themed game title, Jason’s Quest, is based on the adventures of Jason and the Argonauts and features multiple levels driven by …
The Penchanga Development Corporation is the latest US casino operator to take on a new social casino solution from Ruby Seven Studios. Under the terms of the agreement, the social casino app developer and publisher will create, launch, and promote a new online social casino game experience for the California-based Pechanga Resort & Casino. Set …
French online regulator ARJEL has established a national platform in the fight against match fixing and corruption in Sports. The development of the platform directly correlates to ARJEL’s signing of the European Council’s International Convention against manipulation in sports in 2014 which is only expected to enter into force once consensus has been reached with …
GVC Holdings has announced the completion of its acquisition of bwin.party saying admission of GVC’s entire issued share capital to the Standard Segment of the Official List has taken place and commencement of dealings in those shares on the Main Market is expected to take place tomorrow (Tuesday).
Following shortly after the recent release of its Aerial Warfare and Jurassic titles, Asia Gaming has launched its 50th game to take advantage of the Chinese New Year period. “Year of the Monkey” is a five-reel, 1024-ways-to-win game offering a free spin feature that can be re-triggered and is available in both HTML5 and Flash …
LEANDER RGS LAUNCH BLUEPRINT GAMING CONTENT PokerStars one of the first operators to benefit. PokerStars customers will be among the first to enjoy a range of new content following Leander Games’ integration of Blueprint Gaming content on its LeGa remote game server. Leander’s LeGa, which integrates third party content with its own slots games, will …
Playtech has inked a multi-year licensing deal with Warner Bros. Consumer Products’ DC Comics brand. Playtech will develop four DC Comics film and television brands into omni-channel casino games for roll-out during this year, strengthening its existing in-house and premium branded content. The four titles comprise the DC Comics 1960’s Batman Classic TV Series, as …
B2B mobile gaming platform and content provider Nektan issued a trading update ahead of the release of its results for the six month period ended December 31, 2015. The company said its US joint venture Respin continued to perform strongly and now boasts 54 existing or pending contracts with tribal and commercial casino operators, up …
California-based mobile-first platform provider CashBet has been selected by casino games developer PlayScreen as its gaming platform provider. The licensing partnership will see CashBet power Playscreen’s Casino Cash iOS app, soon to be available in the UK App store, which offers players access to 17 casino games, including slots, bingo, roulette, and scratch cards.
French gaming authority ARJEL and Portuguese counter-part of the Serviço de Jogos de Regulação e Inspeção do Instituto do Turismo de Portugal (SIRJ) have entered into a bilateral cooperation based on their common approach to regulation. The agreement is merely a formality as the two authorities have worked in collaboration for some time now. The …