Author: Danny de Abela-Borg

Creating safer casinos is a top priority for the gaming industry. In line with this, Genting Americas East has taken a significant step by appointing Walter Bogumil as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With a proven track record in the leisure, hospitality, and gaming industries, Bogumil is poised to make a substantial contribution to Genting Americas East’s financial operations. Bogumil’s Role at Genting Americas East In his new role, Bogumil will oversee financial operations for several Resorts World properties including those in New York City, Resorts World Catskills, Resorts World Hudson Valley in upstate New York, Resorts World Bimini…

NetBet Italy, a leading online casino, is taking its gaming experience to the next level by partnering with Wazdan, a renowned gaming provider. This collaboration will see NetBet Italy integrating an extensive range of Wazdan’s slot games into its platform, including fan favorites like 9 Lions, Black Hawk Deluxe, and Choco Reels. The partnership aims to significantly expand NetBet Italy’s gaming portfolio, thereby offering its players a wider variety of choices. Wazdan’s commitment to innovation and quality in game development is well-known in the industry, making their games a perfect fit for NetBet Italy’s existing portfolio. Claudia Georgevici, PR Manager…

In an extraordinary development, Française des Jeux (FDJ), the French lottery behemoth, has surpassed Allwyn to claim the operatorship of the Irish National Lottery. FDJ revealed during its mid-year financial report that it had successfully negotiated a deal to acquire Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI), the organization behind the Irish Lottery. The entire capital of PLI, valued at €350 million ($384.26 million), is set to be transferred to FDJ. Previously, the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP), a significant shareholder in PLI, chose to sell its shares following an unsuccessful attempt to maintain control over the UK’s National Lottery, which is now…

A New Chapter in Streaming Wars Kick, the emerging streaming platform backed by Stake.com, an online casino offering slots, Roulette and other games, is taking the fight to Twitch with a major investment strategy. Kick’s co-founder, Ed Craven, has revealed plans to spend at least $200 million to attract new creators to the platform. This comes on the back of multi-million dollar contracts with high-profile streamers like xQc and Amouranth. Craven is optimistic about Kick’s potential to dethrone Twitch as the leading streaming platform. He has publicly stated that “the best days of streaming are yet to come” and seems…

BetMGM’s robust financial performance may lead MGM Resorts International to reconsider acquiring Entain Plc. Despite previous statements of disinterest from MGM’s management, the increasing strength of BetMGM’s earnings could reignite discussions around the potential takeover. BetMGM’s Financial Strength Sparks Speculation BetMGM, a leading iGaming operator for live casino and online sportsbook operator, recently announced that it has achieved positive earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) in Q2. Furthermore, the company expects to maintain this positive EBITDA trend for the second half of 2023. This revelation, coupled with the prospect of BetMGM becoming self-sustaining, has led to speculation that…

GGBet, a renowned international esports betting company, is set to launch in the UK market. The company will offer a variety of sports, esports, and an online casino to cater to the diverse interests of its new customer base. GGBet’s Acquisition and Plans for the Future The entry of GGBet into the UK market follows the acquisition of the company’s trademark by Rednines Gaming. Previously known for operating the online casino slots and sports betting brand, Dr.Bet, Rednines Gaming will now redirect users to the GGBet domain. Existing customers of Dr.Bet will maintain their accounts and balances as they transition…

Slovenia-based electronic table game developer, Spintec, has revealed a significant partnership with Konami Australia. The collaboration will see Konami Australia, a subsidiary of the global gaming giant, Konami Group Corporation, distributing Spintec’s products across Australia and New Zealand. A Major Step for Spintec The distribution agreement is a key milestone for Spintec as it broadens its reach into the Australasian market. Konami Australia, renowned for designing and manufacturing slot machines (pokies) and casino management systems, is an excellent partner for Spintec. Spintec CEO, Goran Miškulin, shared his enthusiasm about the partnership, “After investing in certifying our ETG devices, we are…

Quickspin and Playtech have raised the curtain on their latest collaboration, a live casino game named Big Bad Wolf Live. This announcement marks an important milestone in the casino gaming industry as it signifies Quickspin’s debut into the live casino market. A Groundbreaking Collaboration The partnership between Playtech and Quickspin has resulted in an innovative product that blends the advanced technological prowess of Playtech with Quickspin’s exceptional creativity. The development of Big Bad Wolf Live leverages Playtech’s cutting-edge technology, bringing an immersive RNG & Live experience to players. Edo Haitin, CEO of Playtech Live, expressed his enthusiasm for the project,…

South African Sunrise: Pariplay Launches via SunBet Partnership Pariplay, a brand owned and managed by NeoGames, an online casino slots provider has entered South Africa through its partnership with SunBet. SunBet, a subsidiary of Sun International, will be provided with games from NeoGames’ home-grown provider, Wizard Games, and content from the Pariplay Fusion aggregation platform. This collaboration incorporates over 14,000 games from 120+ suppliers and offers unique features like Fusion Tournaments, Raffle Rocket, and Spin that Wheel. Partnership Details and Game Offerings Tsachi Maimon, President of NeoGames, stated, “Sun International is one of the most recognized casino brands on the…

A Significant Development in the Gaming Industry Bragg Gaming Group, a casino software provider has announced a major global distribution agreement with 888 Holdings, marking a significant development in the global gaming industry. The deal will see Bragg’s exclusive iGaming slots titles being distributed to a vast global player base through 888’s renowned brands, including William Hill, Mr Green, 888, and SI Sportsbook. Covering key markets such as the UK, Italy, Sweden, and Denmark, this agreement is a strategic move by Bragg to expand its footprint. These regions will get access to content from Bragg Studios and Powered by Bragg…