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Online Gaming News
This Week in Gambling: Online casinos go down
30 Jul 2015
This Week in Gambling, J Todd discusses the shutdown of more than 10 online casinos following their owners' recent arrests. He also dives into sports betting news, industry mergers and a fire at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas.
Pokerdom launches Pineapple OFC Poker with Connective Games
30 Jul 2015
Pineapple OFC is the new poker craze that’s sweeping the globe, but it’s rarely found in online poker rooms.
Spilnu.dk sees profits in 2014
30 Jul 2015
Danish casino operator Spilnu.dk has announced an operating profit of £5.6m after publishing its financial results for 2014.
Americas Cardroom's $1.5 million tournament series kicks off July 30
30 Jul 2015
The online poker series has something for everyone, with buy-ins ranging from $3.30 up to $540.
Caesars Interactive Entertainment partners with Income Access
30 Jul 2015
The company will launch a new affiliate program for its U.S.-facing regulated online casinos, including WSOP.com, CaesarsCasino.com and HarrahsCasino.com.
SIS supports grassroots horse racing with British Racing School sponsorship
30 Jul 2015
The betting services provider will deliver new equipment and funding to the British Racing School, helping it continue to deliver high-quality training to its students for free.
Gaming architect Paul Steelman signed as speaker for Latin American Slot Summit
30 Jul 2015
The Summit will take place in Lima, Peru from August 21 to September 2.
Wynn Resorts sees reduced profits from Macau market slump
30 Jul 2015
Wynn Resorts chairman Steve Wynn reports that the decline in high-end baccarat play in Macau has been felt throughout the company, but that its business outside Macau remains "comfortable."
Wall Street analysts predict MGM may sell The Mirage
30 Jul 2015
A spokesman for MGM has declined to comment on the rumored transaction, but Wall Street analysts predict that The Mirage could sell for between $1 billion and $1.5 billion.
Bankruptcy judge denies Caesars bid to appeal ruling
30 Jul 2015
Judge Benjamin Goldgar ruled that four lawsuits by Caesars bondholders would be allowed to proceed, a decision which could push the entire beleaguered corporation into bankruptcy.
Park near MGM Arena brings nature back to the Strip
30 Jul 2015
The first trees have been planted at the simply named Park, an MGM Resorts project that aims to provide a cool, natural refuge in the urban Strip.
Empire Global gets approval for New Gioco brand
30 Jul 2015
The New Gioco brand is a key component of Empire Global's plans to increase its online and offline offerings in Italy.
Ihre Consulting expands team
29 Jul 2015
The company has hired Yrsa Thunholm, Samantha Gurfinkiel and Rebecka Olausson to build its team to eight people.
Research and Markets releases 'Gambling Market in UK 2104-2019' report
29 Jul 2015
The report presents the growth prospects of the U.K. gambling industry in the next five years, with Betfred, Gala Coral, Ladbrokes and William Hill as the most prominent vendors.
Scientific Games welcomes David W. Smail to executive suite
29 Jul 2015
Smail will serve as executive vice president and chief legal officer, bringing more than 20 years of experience in law and international business to the position.
Secure Trading partners with BlockEx
29 Jul 2015
BlockEx will integrate Secure Trading's payment platform into its digital currency exchange operating platform, increasing its ability to consistently handle high traffic.
New Look Bingo has massive wins up for grabs
29 Jul 2015
Here, all the players on making a minimum deposit of £10 or above for the initial three times will fetch them grand bonuses of 500%, 300% and 350% respectively.
EPT Season 12 gets underway with huge festival in Spain
29 Jul 2015
With six stops already announced – including return visits to Malta in October and Dublin next February – excitement is already building for the new season of the world’s richest poker tour.
Revenue rises at Global Cash Access
29 Jul 2015
The company grew revenue 42 percent in the second quarter to $206.4 million thanks to its purchase of Multimedia Games at the end of last year.
Intertops Casino player goes on $120,000 winning streak
29 Jul 2015
John R. won most of his big score on Pay Dirt ($60,000), Coyote Cash ($30,000) and Texan Tycoon ($10,000), along with smaller wins on Shark School, Triple Twister and Mister Money.
Examine California files complaint with Fair Political Practice Commission to investigate California State Gambling Commissioner Schuetz
28 Jul 2015
Examine California alleges that Commissioner Schuetz has failed to report potentially tens of thousands of dollars from worldwide trips.
Playtech launches Ladbrokes Omni sportsbook
28 Jul 2015
In a market-first, Ladbrokes’ new Playtech Sports HTML5 solution will significantly boost its sportsbook performance and optimisation capabilities ahead of the forthcoming English Premier League season.
bwin.party investor tells online gaming rival to increase its bid
28 Jul 2015
bwin.party accepted a $1.4 billion offer from 888 last week. However, online gaming company GVC Holdings upped its bid Monday to $1.6 billion, according to Bloomberg News.
Ladbrokes launches single digital platform
28 Jul 2015
This latest significant digital move focuses on combining its sportsbook roadmap and development into a single work-stream with one front-end technology provider (Mobenga), deployed across web, mobile, tablet and other devices.
OpenBet makes two senior hires as it continues recruitment drive
28 Jul 2015
OpenBet, the world’s leading software provider to the sports betting and gaming industry, has boosted its senior management team with the appointments of Tod Martin as COO and Dominic Le Garsmeur as Casino Vice President.
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