
Archive: Vol-22-No-32-August-16-2024




NGCB Files Complaint Against Resorts World Over Betting Scandal
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has filed a formal complaint against Resorts World Las Vegas for its failure to prevent known illegal bookmakers and other bad actors from gambling at the casino.
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WEEKLY FEATURE: DraftKings Had ‘No Excuse’ to Float Winners’ Surcharge Cash Grab
DraftKings caused quite a stir when it announced plans to implement a surcharge on winning bets in high-tax states. After intense scrutiny and a lack of support from peers, the company backtracked Aug. 13.
US IN FOCUS
The latest on the New York City casino race, 50/50 drawings proposed in Arkansas, fingers pointed for Jake’s 58 violations and more.
EUROPE IN FOCUS
Playtech in talks to acquire Snaitech, controversy over Finnish monopoly, KSA orders online payouts and more.
SPORTS BETTING IN FOCUS
Betting initiative approved for Missouri ballot, Intralot potentially under scrutiny, DraftKings email snafu and more.
ASIA IN FOCUS
Thai Prime Minister out, Aussie officials call for gambling ad ban, Macau continues money exchange crackdown and more.
LATIN AMERICA IN FOCUS
Court allows Rio platforms to continue operating, Brazil license application total now at 18, Flutter aims for top of Brazil market and more.
TRIBAL GAMING IN FOCUS
Kunesh nominated as NIGC Chair and trouble at the top for Senecas, Coushattas.
FANTINI’S FINANCE: The Era of Rationality
The U.S. sports betting industry has long been bolstered by hype and projections, but we seem to finally be entering a period of stability, one with rational valuations and expectations.
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Playtech and MGM Resorts Bring Live Dealer to Las Vegas
What happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas any more, after Playtech partnered with MGM Resorts to give online players direct access to iconic Strip properties.
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Data Drives Gaming: Andy Dalugoda, Bluberi Gaming
GGB and The Innovation Group uncover the industry's next generation in Emerging Leaders of Gaming, and in this edition Bill Sokolic talks to Andy Dalugoda, Senior Director of Data, Analytics and Systems, at Bluberi Gaming.
Sports Betting Micro-Revolution: Tomash Devenishek, CEO, Kero Sports
The latest Emerging Leader of Gaming is Kero Sports' Tomash Devenishek, one of micro-betting's pioneers.