Just over two weeks ago after Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the state’s online gambling bill into law, The Stars Group (TSG) became the first operator to secure access to the state’s online gambling market when it opens. The company did it via a new agreement with the Little Traverse …
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Casumo launches UK sportsbook
Malta-based online gambling and betting operator Casumo has expanded its portfolio by launching an online sportsbook in the UK. To mark the launch, new customers are being offered a £10 free bet for any qualifying bet of at least £10 on any pre-match or in-play sports market, if the bet …
Read More »Genius Sports to support rebooted XFL league
The rebooted XFL, the American football league that is set to launch in the US next month, has announced a multi-year partnership with sports data and technology company Genius Sports to protect the start-up league against the threats of improper and illegal sports betting. The deal between the XFL and …
Read More »UKGC concerned with VIP gambling schemes
Documents unveiled by the British regulator, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), indicate many bookmakers operating in the country rely heavily on problem and high-spending VIP customers. According to the data obtained by the watchdog, such bettors bring in £4 out of every £5 wagered with online gambling operators. They form …
Read More »Wayne Rooney stars in ‘Stay In Control’ series
Former England captain Wayne Rooney has collaborated with Kindred-owned 32Red as the gambling operator emphasises its focus on responsible gambling with the launch of its ‘Stay In Control’ series. The opening episode of the series, which is available via Youtube, was hosted at the training facility of the Championship side. …
Read More »Spain to introduce new gambling restrictions
Spain’s gambling sector is set for new restrictions after the country’s coalition government unveiled its plans for the new year. Spain’s Socialist Party (PSOE) and the left-wing Unidas Podemos (UP) want “urgent regulation of gambling to prevent and curb gambling.” Both sides agreed to instruct Spain’s autonomous communities to prevent …
Read More »More lawmakers involved in Japan casino bribery scandal
An adviser to Chinese online sports lottery operator 500.com told investigators that the company gave money to five more lawmakers beside Tsukasa Akimoto, who was arrested in late December. On Friday, a Tokyo court agreed to a request from city prosecutors to extend the detention of Akimoto through January 14. …
Read More »Aspire Global settles €13.7m Israel tax dispute
Aspire Global Group has announced that the firm has reached a retrospective €13.7m settlement with the Israeli Tax Authority (ITA). The igaming services provider said in a statement that it has agreed to pay a total of €13.7m for the 11 fiscal years 2008-18. The payment to the ITA relates …
Read More »1xBet receives five-year National Licence for Nigeria
The Cyprus-based online bookmaker 1xBet has secured a National Licence to operate in Nigeria from the local National Lottery Regulatory Commission. The licence, which expires in 2025, strengthens the African presence for the company, a long-term supporter of Nigerian football and an official sponsor of the Confédération Africaine de Football …
Read More »DraftKings nets partnership with Knicks, Rangers and MSG
DraftKings has unveiled a marketing partnership that makes the firm the official and exclusive sports betting and daily fantasy sports partner of the New York Knicks and Rangers as well as the iconic Madison Square Garden, home of both aforementioned teams. The agreement gives the Boston headquartered firm brand integration …
Read More »Codere gets €36 million for LatAm expansion
Gambling operator Codere is moving ahead with its strategy to expand in the emerging gaming and gambling markets in Latin America. A filing placed with Spain’s CNMV capital markets commission has revealed that Madrid-based gambling group has managed to get two corporate credit lines which would get the company funds …
Read More »Paysend expands into Turkey
Paysend, the UK-based fintech business, has expanded its global reach by launching its money transfers service to Turkey. Customers will be now able to transfer money to any bank account or card issued in Turkey. “Launching our Global Transfers service in Turkey is another step in the right direction for …
Read More »UKGC warns operators over AML regulations
UK gambling operators have been warned by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) over Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations. UKGC has sent a holiday message reminding licensees about European Union’s 5th AML Directive is set to take effect on January 10, 2020. This date will also see the UKGC publish the …
Read More »Gateway Casinos agrees to $1.1bn merger with Leisure Acquisition
Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited, known to be one of Canada’s largest operators of land-based casinos, has agreed to merge with special purpose acquisition company Leisure Acquisition Group in a deal valued at $1.115 billion (approx. $0.993 billion). Gateway, which owns 25 properties in British Columbia and Ontario, including the …
Read More »Schedule announced for Aussie Millions Championship
Aussie Millions Poker Championship is scheduled to take place from Saturday, January 4 through Saturday, January 25 and will feature 23 championship poker tournaments. As usual, the host venue, Crown Melbourne, is gearing up preparations to welcome some of Australia’s and the world’s best tournament poker players. Often, when asked …
Read More »888casino adds Skywind Group portfolio
Online casino brand 888casino has added titles from Skywind Group to boost its offering with more than 280 slots titles, jackpots, and arcade games by the Isle of Man-based supplier. 888casino and its customers now have access to Skywind’s hit titles Boomerang Edge, Rambo, Star Trek: The Next Generation, CSI: …
Read More »Japan’s casino effort damaged by bribery scandal
Japanese prosecutors have arrested a ruling-party lawmaker previously in charge of casino policy on suspicion he accepted bribes from a Chinese company seeking to build a casino. Liberal Democratic Party politician Tsukasa Akimoto arrest is yet another blow to already unpopular plans to open the country to the gaming industry. …
Read More »Betfair joins Racing Post app
Racing Post and Betfair have launched a new partnership that sees the online sports betting giant join Racing Post’s free iOS mobile app and mobile website. Customers will be able to place bets on greyhound and horseracing with Betfair’s Sportsbook, directly on Racing Post’s free iOS mobile app and website, …
Read More »Royalbet Casino launches its operations
Royalbet has become the latest igaming brand to launch an online Casino in regulated markets around the world, powered by platform services provider SkillOnNet. The new online casino offers over 3,000 slots and casino games from providers such as Big Time Gaming, Play’n GO, NetEnt, and Microgaming. Royalbet has initially …
Read More »Kambi shares dived after DraftKings acquisition news
Shares of Kambi Group PLC lost 30 percent on Monday’s news that DraftKings planned to acquire SBTech. Investors fear the acquisition could threaten the current multi-state partnership between Kambi and DraftKings. As a result, Kambi has made the move to halt trading in its shares. The company also issued a …
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