In their latest online gambling bust Malaysian police report that following a tip-off they have shuttered an illegal enterprise in Kuala Lumpur that has been in operation for the past year, generating revenues of RM3.3 million (US$796,000) a month from a 20,000-strong player base. The illegal activity was boosted by a sophisticated SMS promotional operation …
Online gambling games developer AGames has launched its latest online slot, which has an adventure theme based on ancient Egypt and its pantheon of animal-like gods. Succinctly titled Egypt Story, the player follows a character who braves the ancient deserts to find a lost city, exploring caves full of traps and dangers as he searches …
Arkansas will soon join those US states that have decided to legalise sports betting following Tuesday’s positive vote in the mid-term election ballot giving voters a voice in the process; the ballot measure amends the state constitution to allow sports betting, 54.1 percent of over 860,000 voters voted for the amendment, with 45.9 percent against. …
Philip G. Satre, an industry veteran with decades of management experience with major organisations like IGT, National Centre for Responsible Gambling and Harrah’s has been appointed chairman of Wynn Resorts following the departure on retirement of D. Boone Wayson and a period of turmoil in the US casino giant. In February this year founder Steve …
Hong Kong-based online lottery provider 500.com continued to grapple with widening losses in its Q3-2018 reportage this week, despite revenues boosted by European sales from subsidiary The Multi Group. Net loss at the company in the third quarter reached RMB101.6 million, compared with a net loss attributable of RMB72.2 million a year ago, due mainly …
Colombia’s thirteenth sportsbetting licensee has launched in the market with Betalfa.co in collaboration with technological partner BtoBet. “Having a deep knowledge of the Colombian market and strong presence in Latam, BtoBet was the ideal partner to support us with our operation,” Daniela Gutiérrez, Betalfa’s Marketing Director, said.
BetConstruct has agreed terms with virtual sports provider Kiron Interactive for the integration of its comprehensive portfolio of products. The addition will create an attractive offering in emerging markets across Eastern Europe and Central Asia, a presser reads. “It’s very satisfying for our games to have been recruited by such an established name as BetConstruct, whose Central Asian …
Malta-licensed online operator Twin Casino has boosted its games offer with the integration of Novomatic subsidiary Greentube’s portfolio of content. Twin Casino, launched in September 2017, offers content from a broad range of top providers including Microgaming, NetEnt, Pragmatic Play, Quickspin and Yggdrasil Gaming. Twin Casino chief brand officer, Marcin Jablonski: “We have always prided ourselves on building a fully …
GamStop, the yet-to-be officially launched UK-wide gambling self-exclusion scheme has received 38,000 registrations in the past six months. GamStop is free of charge to the public and enables self-exclusion from all online gambling websites with a single registration for periods beginning at six months and extending to five years. In addition the site links to GamCare and …
Microgaming’s latest release is a five-reel, 20-payline slot developed exclusively for the firm by Just For The Win. ‘Reel Talent’ is themed on an eclectic group of talented performers battling it out for a spot on the big stage. The slot offers respin features, symbol storage and superspins all backed by rich graphics and animations. The Symbol …
Online daily fantasy sports will become a reality in 47 of 64 parishes in the US state of Louisiana. The mostly Southern parishes chose to legalise online fantasy sports betting through a ballot vote Tuesday. Parishes who voted for the measure include St Tammany, Lafayette, Jefferson, East Baton Rouge, New Orleans, St. Charles, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, …
The Stars Group has described third quarter results as a landmark within a transformative year. Key financial highlights for the three-month period ending September 30, 2018 were: Total Revenues up 73,6 percent to reach $571,963,000 (Q3/2017: $329,443,000), primarily driven by Sky Betting & Gaming and BetEasy. Gross Profit was $442,757,000 an increase of 65.8 percent over …
A disputed bet wouldn’t ordinarily garner the kind of attention that this one has, however, when its WBA (Super) bantamweight title holder of the World Boxing Super Series’ Nonito Donaire’s father-in-law, the issue is gaining a lot more mileage. Donaire’s father-in-law Gerry Marcial has taken to Facebook to bemoan his alleged treatment by UK bookmaker Betfred saying he has yet to receive …
David Williams has been named director of public affairs at The Rank Group from December 2018 reporting to CEO John O’Reilly. Prior to his stint at UK pool betting operator BritBet, Williams spent more than a decade at Ladbrokes. “David brings a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise to the group and I am delighted that we have secured …
Sportech Racing and Digital has signed a new contract with four racetracks operated by Ladbrokes Coral in the UK, marking the completion of a deal first announced back in June (see previous reports). Under the new contract, Sportech will provide tote betting systems, hosting and operational services to the greyhound racetracks at Monmore, Crayford, Romford, and Brighton from Sportech’s data center in …
State-run lottery provider LOTTO24 AG turned in robust third quarter results and crossed the milestone two million customer mark. Billings rose 44.3 percent year over year (yoy) to reach Euro 74.7 million (Q3/2017: Euro 51.8 million), and revenues were up 49.6 percent to Euro 8.7 million (Q3/2017: Euro 5.8 million). Gross margin improved to 11.6 percent yoy …
RealTime Gaming has launched its first multi-player game designed to appeal to a new generation of gamer. Players select one of four fishing spots and various weapons to compete in Fish Catch with up to three other global gamers. Shooting fish for prizes is the crux of this game. Players must set a denomination for each …
WeAreCasino has partnered Platin Gaming for the development and launch of nine multi-channel video slots through Platin’s design team and in-house Slot Builder program. Titles include “Fruit Arcade”, “Arabian Legacy” and “The Legend of Pirates”. Christian Maglia, CCO at WeAreCasino said, “Working with Platin Gaming has been extremely rewarding and the attention to detail of their design team …
Philippines-based online gaming platform provider SA Gaming has launched Multi-Bet for mobile. Following the launch of its H5 Mobile Premium Version, the company now offers an add-on function to enhance players’ online gaming. Featured across SA Gaming’s live-games suite, including Baccarat, Dragon Tiger, Roulette, and Sic Bo, players can view and bet on up to 19 live games tables …
1X2 Network is poised to launch its content to operators and players in Spain following receipt of the necessary certifications. The first games to go live in the Spanish market include Diamond Roulette from subsidiary 1×2 Gaming along with a full range of slots and tables games from Iron Dog Studio. Kevin Reid, Chief Commercial Officer at 1X2 Network, …
Big Time Gaming’s successful online mining-themed slot ‘Bonanza’ will reach a wider audience with its integration into Microgaming’s Quickfire platform. The deal is an extension to Microgaming’s six-year relationship with the developer. Described as “the biggest slot in online gaming history”, Bonanza was first released in 2016. The slot features Big Time Gaming’s patented reactive MegaWays™ mechanic, a random …
Despite LeoVegas reporting double digit revenue growth in third quarter results, chief executve officer and co-founder Gustaf Hagman expressed dissatisfaction with growth and profitability as the company traversed a “transitional” period. Key financials for the three month period ending September 30, 2018, include: Revenue increase of 41 percent to Euro 78.6 million (Q3/2017: Euro 55.6 million). Organic …
Online casino operator Tunf has agreed a content supply deal with Nektan. The operator has already taken titles such as Plucky Pirates, Shamrock’n’Roll, Meow Money, Dragon’s Dynasty and Gunslinger’s Gold live.
Betfair Australia, an Australian betting exchange operator owned by casino operator Crown Resorts, has been ordered to refund A$150,000 to a punter by the Northern Territory licensing jurisdiction for failing to recognise the red flaf behaviour of a problem gambler. The company was additionally fined A$13,175 for its third similar offence. The anonymous punter complained …