
Archive: Vol-23-No-02-January-24-2025





All About ICE: Games Galore
A roundup of the latest releases from major slot suppliers at last week's ICE Barcelona conference.




Stay in Your Own Lane: Event Contracts and Prediction Markets
When a product or market is successful, it makes sense for those in adjacent industries to consider expansion and collaboration. But when it comes to prediction markets and sports betting, Bruce Merati (l.) argues it's best to mind their own businesses.
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Scientific Games wins tender for seven-year contract with Berlin lottery
Deutsche Klassenlotterie Berlin (DKLB) is to become the first German lottery provider to implement Scientific Games’ Symphony omnichannel gaming system under a new seven-year contract.
Seminole Hard Rock Tampa unveils $65m revamp
Florida’s Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has unveiled over $65m in resort enhancements that have been designed to elevate the guest experience.
Long-running strike ends at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Las Vegas' longest-running industrial action in recent years has ended after a deal was struck with the powerful Culinary Workers Union.
Study highlights behavioral perils of gambling machines
A new study published by GambleAware has indicated that players on land-based electronic gaming machines in bookmakers and casinos are particularly vulnerable to problem gambling.
IGT seals long-term deal with Luxembourg’s Loterie Nationale
International Game Technology (IGT) will supply Luxembourg’s national lottery with new point-of-sale terminals as part of a broad new partnership.
Novomatic agrees deal to acquire France's Vikings Casinos
Novomatic has targeted growth in France after agreeing to acquire leading local casino group Vikings Casinos SAS.
Circus Circus owner floats potential $5bn sale
Phil Ruffin, the owner of the Circus Circus casino in Las Vegas, has said that he has been approached regarding a potential takeover of the famous venue.
National Lottery operator revamps ‘mid-tier’ prize payments
UK National Lottery customers who play in shops can now have prizes paid directly into their bank accounts.
Second Portuguese casino adopts Novovision tech
Casino Tróia in Portugal has adopted Novomatic’s Novovision Casino Management System, boosting cashless gaming options at the venue.