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Light & Wonder to Manage Slots for LV’s Harry Reid Int’l Airport
Light & Wonder has been chosen as the new slot management provider for approximately 1,100 machines at Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport.
Columbia Mulls Hiking Taxes on Online Gaming
The Republic of Columbia’s upper house has begun revamping the country’s tax structure as it applies to online gaming. This is being considered as part of an overhaul of...
Wyoming Lawmakers Debating Online Casino Legislation
The introduction of an online casino bill in Wyoming represents a significant step forward in the ongoing debate surrounding online gambling.
Second Online Casino Bill filed in Maryland
A second bill to legalize online casinos in Maryland was introduced last week in the House of Delegates, which would award up to 12 online casino licenses not tethered...
Alberta Seeks to Join Ontario by Legalizing Online Gambling
Alberta's momentum in legalizing online gambling marks a significant milestone in the province's economic recovery efforts and aims to meet the growing demand for online gambling among its residents.
PAGCOR Sees Brisk Growth in iGaming
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp., which posted 90 percent growth in iGaming revenues for 2023, expects the sector to generate $1.1 billion for 2024.
GLI Announces Promotions
Gaming Laboratories International has announced director level promotions including Harinder Grewal, Antonio Grida Cucco and David Jimenez Garcia (l. to r.), who all become engineering directors.
Tina Eick Named Administrator of Iowa Gaming Commission
Tina Eick (l.) has been named administrator of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission after several months of serving as interim chief. She was unanimously approved by the commission.
Nils Andén Named Permanent Kindred CEO
The Kindred Group board has voted to approve Nils Andén (l.) as permanent chief executive officer. He has served as interim chief since last year. He brings experience working...
Tom Mikulich, Si Redd to EKG Hall of Fame
Station Casinos’ Tom Mikulich and late IGT legend William “Si” Redd are being inducted into the EKG Slot Awards Hall of Fame, and will be honored at next week’s...
California Tribes Submit Opinion to AG on Pick’Em Games
When it comes to sports betting, California tribes have their issues. But they are free to give their opinions on issues like pick’em fantasy games for the Attorney General’s...
Three First Nations Sign MOU to Build new Casino
Three Canadian First Nations have partnered to build a casino near Brandon, Manitoba. The Sioux Valley Dakota, Canupawakpa Dakota First Nation and Dakota Plains First Nation will have roughly...
Former Texas Governor Supports Online Sports Betting
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry (l.) recently said he supports legalizing online sports betting because it could generate $556 per bi-annum and because offshore betting offers no consumer protection....
Disney: Standalone ESPN Streamer Will Benefit ESPN BET
Disney plans to create a standalone streamer for ESPN, a companion for the ESPN Bet sportsbook. The option, to debut in 2025, will feed betting and other information to...
Hawaii Sports Betting Effort Closer to Bearing Fruit in 2024
Hawaii Rep. Daniel Holt saw his two tourism bills move closer to law. HB 2765 would legalize sports betting. House 2762 authorizes development of a casino resort. Both passed...
Minnesota Lawmakers Have Hope All Sides Can Fashion a Law
Minnesota Democrats control all three branches of government. That ought to make hammering out a sports betting bill a little bit easier. But the one stakeholder in need of...
Oklahoma Sports Betting Bills Looks Like a Bad Bet Still
The Governor’s bill has an uphill battle with the tribal association. A more bipartisan bill still faces obstacles. Will the stakeholders meet together to solve differences?
WynnBET NY License Acquired by Penn; MA Exit Soon to Follow
With the acquisition of WynnBET's mobile sports betting license, Penn Entertainment is poised to launch ESPN Bet in the highly lucrative New York market. On the flip side, Wynn...
DraftKings Acquires Jackpocket, Forges New Barstool Deal
The number-two sports betting company in the U.S., DraftKings, has been overshadowed by the top dog, FanDuel, in the past few months. But last week, great earnings, a deal...