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U.S. Integrity, Odds On Compliance Complete Merger
A pair of businesses devoted to maintaining the integrity of sports betting have completed a merger into a single company. Welcome Integrity Compliance 360.
Light & Wonder Partners with Bragg Gaming
Bragg Gaming Group is partnering with Light & Wonder in a new global online gaming content distribution agreement, adding Bragg games to the L&W catalog.
Aristocrat Receives Final Approval for NeoGames Acquisition
Aristocrat Leisure Limited has received the final regulatory approvals for its acquisition of iGaming solutions provider NeoGames valued at $962 million.
Koin Sues Everi Over Digital Wallet
Koin Mobile has sued Everi Holdings over the Everi digital wallet, alleging the Everi platform blocks alternative methods to fund gaming activities.
Hasson Named Interim Mohegan Gaming COO
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority has named Joseph J. Hasson interim COO. He comes to the role from general manager of Mohegan Casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. He...
DraftKings Appoints Chief Responsible Gaming Officer
DraftKings has brought in its first chief responsible gaming officer, Lori Kalani (l.), who will report to CEO Jason Robins. Kalani left the Cozen O’Connor law firm to take...
Penn Entertainment Names LaBerge CTO
Penn Entertainment has named Aaron LaBerge (l.) the operator’s new chief technology officer, reporting directly to Penn President and CEO Jay Snowden.
Weitman Leaving Wynn After 20 Years
Wynn Las Vegas President Steve Weitman (l.) announced after 20 years, he’ll leave the company on June 10 “to pursue my next chapter.” Weitman also held executive positions at...
Silver Replaces Brown on Nevada Gaming Commission
On April 18, retired Nevada Supreme Court Justice Abbi Silver (l.) was appointed to the Nevada Gaming Commission, replacing Commissioner Ogonna Brown.
Kansas Tribe Regains Sovereignty Over Illinois Land
The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation of Mayetta, Kansas, regained sovereignty over 130 acres of former reservation land in northern Illinois. The tribe will work with consultants to determine the...
Cayuga Nation Sues N.Y. Gaming Commission, Jackpocket Inc.
Tribal gaming has one thing in common: any gaming on tribal land must be overseen and approved by tribes. When the state gaming commission approved Jackpocket Inc to sell...
Arizona Tribe Previews New Desert Diamond Casino
Last week, the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise of Arizona hosted a preview of its new $450 million facility, the Desert Diamond Casino White Tanks (l.) at San Lucy, which...
NY Budget Cuts Props for Future Awards, Problem Gambling Funds
The New York state budget proposal eliminates prop bets for future awards like MVP. The budget also did away with an increase in funding for problem gambling services.
DraftKings, Hermalyn Trial Opens in Massachusetts
Michael Hermalyn left his position at DraftKings to take the same job with Fanatics. The sportsbook accused Hermalyn of breaking a non-compete clause. He said he did not because...
Ontario Bans Wagering on WBA Events Citing Integrity Issues
According to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, the World Boxing Association crossed the line when it engaged in insider betting. Let’s see where it leads.
Connecticut Bill to Permit Bets for In-State College Games
UConn has been in the news a lot lately thanks to the basketball teams’ success in the NCAA tournament. But residents haven’t been able to bet on the games...
Delaware Lottery, BetRivers Oppose More Licenses
Delaware legislators thought expanding the number of online sportsbooks had no drawbacks. Higher handle. More revenue. But Rush Street Interactive, parent of BetRivers, and the Delaware Lottery said no...
Missouri Voters May Decide if Sports Betting Becomes Law
It’s been a tough road to turn sports betting into law in Missouri. But this year may be different because it seems a supporting group has collected enough signatures...
KSA Chairman Warns of Online Gaming Conflicts
René Jansen (l.), who will soon leave as chair of the Dutch Gaming Authority Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) warned industry members of upcoming changes to online gaming. Lawmakers want to reform...