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The six privately held casinos in Maryland announced impressive total gaming revenue of $173.9 million in August 2024. This remarkable amount is the ninth-highest single-month revenue since the state’s casino program began in 2010, up 7.8% from the previous year. The increase demonstrates how popular Maryland’s casinos—which include Hollywood Casino Perryville, Ocean Downs Casino, MGM…

Wazdan has joined forces with Rush Street Interactive (RSI) in an effort to penetrate the gaming industry in Pennsylvania. An important step in Wazdan’s larger plan to expand its footprint in North America has been taken with this agreement. Wazdan will include its well-liked games into RSI’s platforms through this partnership. A selection of Wazdan’s…

To encourage ethical social and promotional gaming, industry leaders have founded the Social and Promotional Gaming Association (SPGA). The SPGA seeks to support the moral conduct of these gaming platforms and give important information to stakeholders. Players can play these social sweepstakes games—often offered by SPGA members—online for no cost at all. Participation is free…

A complete measure totaling 146 pages has been presented by Ohio Senator Niraj Antani, R-Miami Township, with the goal of legalizing online casino gaming in the state. The law, which was presented on Wednesday, aims to provide Ohioans access to legal online gambling alternatives, including roulette, poker, table games, and slots. Although the bill’s official…

For the German market, Google has revealed significant modifications to its gaming and gambling policies. Google platforms will be subject to more stringent regulations regarding gambling-related marketing as of September 25, 2024. The Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), Germany’s federal gaming regulator, is the only licensee that allows operators and brokers to run advertisements. This…

Since its launch in 2018, GAMSTOP, the national self-exclusion program for online gambling in the UK, has registered over 500,000 users, surpassing a noteworthy milestone. Vulnerable people can prevent access to any gambling website licensed by the Gambling Commission using this free service. Six months to five years are the self-exclusion durations that users can…

Visitors eager to witness the demolition of the historic Tropicana Casino in Las Vegas will need to pay top dollar for the privilege. As the iconic casino is set for implosion on October 9 at 2:30 a.m., nearby hotels are experiencing a surge in demand. Casinos.com reports that neighboring properties are rapidly selling out, with…

Epic Global Solutions and Bally’s Corporation have embarked on a significant three-year partnership aimed at promoting safe and responsible gaming practices. This collaboration is set to enhance community well-being and foster more secure gaming environments. The newly formed alliance focuses on creating impactful digital and social media campaigns. These initiatives will provide players with “clear…

Finland’s state-run gaming company, Veikkaus, is preparing for big changes as the nation gets ready to move from a monopoly system to a licensing model. Veikkaus is likely to renegotiate contracts with a significant section of its workers as a result of the transition, which is expected to result in significant job layoffs. As Finland…

Gambling laws are presently the subject of a heated discussion in the Netherlands, especially with regard to online gambling ads. Growing worries about the impact of these advertisements on vulnerable populations have come up in recent parliamentary talks, leading to requests for stricter regulation and quick adjustments. Teun Struycken, the state secretary for legal protection,…

Brazil is on the brink of a major decision that could transform its gambling sector. The Senate is preparing for a crucial vote on a bill that would legalize land-based gambling, including casinos, bingo, jogo de bicho, and horse race betting. If passed, this long-debated legislation could pave the way for a regulated gambling industry…

Caesars Entertainment has formed a new partnership with the Detroit Lions ahead of the 2024-2025 NFL season. This collaboration will offer unique fan experiences for Caesars Rewards members while incorporating Detroit Lions branding into online casino games on Caesars’ digital platforms. The reigning NFC North division champions are teaming up with Caesars to deliver customized…

Scientific Games has entered a multi-year partnership with Universal Products & Experiences to develop and launch Jurassic Park and Jurassic World-themed digital and retail lottery games. This marks the first time these iconic franchises will be featured in lottery games. Kyle Rogers, Senior VP of Instant Game Strategy & Licensing at Scientific Games, expressed enthusiasm…

Australia’s federal government is preparing to introduce new regulations that will significantly restrict online gambling advertisements. According to Sky News, these changes aim to reduce the high levels of gambling marketing on popular social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter). Immediate Action on Online Ads The impending ban on online gambling ads…

The Swedish government has formally given Spelinspektionen, the agency in charge of gaming regulation, new authority to monitor and manage licensees. This new step tightens the nation’s efforts against gambling-related issues by enabling Spelinspektionen to intervene directly in cases where online gambling practices are deemed excessive. Stronger Consumer Protection This move is a significant step…