Churchill Downs Interactive Gaming (CDIG) has partnered Spin Games in a multi-year content supply agreement for the deployment of the North American suppliers suite of casino gaming content into CDIG’s newly launched BetAmerica Sportsbook and Casino website and mobile apps in the New Jersey market, and later, subject to regulatory approval, in Pennsylvania. Kent Young, Spin Games’ Chief Executive Officer …
The Netherlands gambling authority Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has published updated interim penalty policy rules effective March 1, 2019 in which illegal gambling operators targeting Dutch consumers will be subject to a base penalty of Euro 200,000 across the board, previously Euro 150,000. The severity of the infraction will influence the ultimate penalty including the number of websites, the …
The Armenian Government progressed a bill amending existing gambling law this week, authored by vice speaker of Parliament Alen Simonyan. The amendments include enhanced regulatory restrictions focused on the prevention of problem gambling and age verification measures. The bill now moves to Parliament for consideration.
Spain’s Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ) has laid updated know-your-customer (KYC) and ID verification tools at the disposal of its licensees in collaboration with the Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre (Spanish Royal Mint) and the National Police Authority. The package includes the DNIeDroid library, an integration manual for developers, documentation in JavaDoc format and a …
Mr Green has taken IWG’s entire content portfolio live, through an integration with SG Digital’s Open Gaming System (OGS). IWG content is now accessible through Mr Green Ltd sites, including flagship brand Mr Green. This deal marks yet another important commercial partnership for the instant win gaming supplier, with its content already live with bet365, William Hill, 888 and GVC. …
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has released research on the scope of the U.S. casino gaming industry’s impact on, and commitment to, communities, employees and customers in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF). The research, which the AGA hails as “the first-of-its-kind”, was conducted among 15 AGA member respondents representing 168 casino properties, 235000 employees and …
Blueprint Gaming’s newest slot release, ‘Temple of Treasure Megaways’, sends players on an ancient treasure-hunting adventure into the deepest jungle. This Aztec-themed slot is the latest to feature the MegawaysTM mechanic, under licence from Big Time Gaming, and offering players up to 117,649 ways to win. Players who gain entry to the Temple Free Spins bonus round …
Endorphina has launched its third title in the Lucky Streak series, ‘Lucky Streak 3’, this slot presenting a darker atmosphere than previous titles but retaining the old-school vibe. It’s a 3×3, five payline video slot offering uncomplicated play and a risk game. Play the free-to-play version here.
Yggdrasil Gaming’s complete games portfolio is now live with 888 Casino in the Denmark and UK markets, with Sweden’s re-regulated market to follow, after a successful integration. 888 customers will gain access to Yggdrasil slots such as the Vikings series, and newest releases Cazino Cosmos and Champions of Rome. In addition, 888 can now utilise …
The States of Guernsey’s Committee for Health and Social Care, Committee for Home Affairs and the States Trading Supervisory Board have announced the launch of a health impact assessment focusing on gambling participation and behaviours. The research is expected to be completed by the end of 2019 and will be used as a base to develop strategies in treating problem gambling.
The UK gambling sector’s responsible gambling association Senet Group has published a qualitative independent research report examining gambling behaviours in the context of personal control. The research, conducted by independent agency Revealing Reality, sets out the elements required for a behaviour change approach to tackling problem gambling, where an understanding of why and how people behave as they …
The United Kingdom’s Labour Party will reportedly propose policy that will impose strict online gambling limits and affordability checks under a new online gambling category within the 2005 Gambling Act, The Guardian and BBC.com reports. Tom Watson, deputy leader of the Labour Party and the Shadow Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is leading the call for …
The Irish Government has released the results of its first gambling participation survey saying the data will provide a baseline to assist in policy formation and future action. The Irish Government has been slow to update archaic regulation dating back to 1956, however, a renewed push seems to be in the making with Minister of State of …
Majority-owned by The Stars Group, Beteasy has secured the first official wagering partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA) in Australia. As exclusive official wagering partner of the NBA in Australia, BetEasy has gained the rights to use NBA assets in marketing materials and will have its products promoted directly to NBA fans in the country. Additionally, BetEasy will become …
Malta-headquartered developer Join Games has debuted its newest slot ‘Gloves of Glory’. Themed on a championship fight night, players pit themselves against the champion for the title and ultimately the fight purse. This 5×3, 15 payline game offers an interactive bonus round, triggered by landing three or more bonus championship belts, in which players can choose which …
Webis Holdings’ unaudited interim results for the six month period ended November 30, 2018 detail halved profit and revenue attributed to challenging conditions in the B2B sector. Group turnover decreased to US$ 5.38 million (2017: US$ 10.30 million) with gross profit also decreasing to US$ 1.70 million (2017: US$ 2.22 million), resulting in an overall loss …
Habanero’s latest release ‘5 Lucky Lions’ is an Asian-themed, omni-channel 6×4 slot. Players are given the chance to pick one of five lucky lions in the bonus round, all of which offer a different number of free spins. The lions operate as multi-appearance wilds, as they seek to unearth good luck and fortune. Toni Karapetrov, Head …
Greentube’s keenly anticipated ‘The Great Gambini’s Night Magic’, a new 5-reel, 20 payline magic-themed slot promises to pull “awesome features out of the hat”. Graphic and feature-rich, The Great Gambini’s Night Magic will lead players on a magical journey. Players must aim to line up five identical symbols from left to right across 20 win lines. …
Content developer Red Rake Gaming has secured licensing from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), its second license award this year following the same from the UK Gambling Commission. In addition to expansion opportunities within the UK market, the MGA license will also allow Red Rake to offer its portfolio of games to MGA licensed operators. Nick Barr, Managing Director of Red …
Malta-based developer Nolimit city has gone live with its latest video slot title ‘Owls’. The in-house developed game is a mystical theme based in a magical world with a nation at war. Granted with the gifts of nobility, strength and wisdom, the Owl warriors defend their forgotten ancient forests. Destined to bring stability to their Kingdom, their …
Betsson has strengthened its product team with the appointment of former William Hill head of gaming, Cíara Nic Liam as Product Director Gaming and former Svenska Spel director of product management and sports products, Joakim Thor as Product Director Sports. “Both Cíara and Joakim have vast gaming experience from different parts of the industry,” Acting CPO Peter Zäll, said. “With them …
Wazdan has agreed a content supply deal with industry pioneer Microgaming, a significant milestone in its history. Under the terms, Wazdan content will be made available to Microgaming’s extensive customer base, including titles such as Los Muertos, Great Book of Magic Deluxe and Magic Stars 3. “This deal with Microgaming is a significant win for us here …
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has released its annual report on gambling participation in 2018 covering awareness, behaviour and attitudes. The datasets were gathered by Populus via a combination of telephone and online surveys with people aged 16 and over. Key findings from respondents referring to the past four week period at the time of the survey include: Gambling participation …
iSoftBet has agreed a deal with SuprNation for the provision of its complete in-house portfolio across three SuprNation brands along with the supply of its Game Aggregation Platform (GAP) and over 3,000 slot and table games from third party providers. Titles include Dalai Lama, Hot Spin and Jumbo Stampede, among many others. Michael Probert, Chief Commercial Officer at iSoftBet: “We’re …