By Ameana Jones US Sports Betting Credited for Increased Sport ConsumptionDecember 31, 2018 According to the results of a recent poll, at least 7 out of every 10 Americans would be willing to watch more sporting activities if they could be allowed to bet on the games. If these findings are anything to go by then they are definitely a reasonable explanation for the success of the newly-minted […]
By Grant Mahon Slovakian President Vetoes new Gambling LegislationDecember 24, 2018 A little over three weeks ago, Slovakian legislators approved plans to get rid of the local online monopoly, something that would result in a major shakeup of the country’s online gambling market. The new regime had even planned to begin accepting applications for online casino licenses by March 1, 2019, after which license approvals would […]
By Tomas Medon 888 Purchases Remaining Stake in All American Poker NetworkDecember 17, 2018 Renowned online gambling operator, 888 Holdings has recently announced its acquisition of the remaining 53 percent shares in All American Poker Network (AAPN) as part of its plans to cement its business in the United States’ gambling market. The $28 million acquisition will give 888 Holdings the right footing as well as independent control of […]
By Alexander Palmer Jamaica Will Not Be A Gaming Destination, Says MinisterDecember 10, 2018 The very first regulated Jamaican casino should be up and running by the starts of 2020, but, unfortunately for gamers, the island will not be a gaming destination per se. Well, sort of. According to Edmund Bartlett, the country’s tourism minister, the country does not need casino gaming to grow its tourism sector. Speaking at […]
By Elaine West Mohegan Sun Ready to Acquire Boston-area CasinoDecember 3, 2018 Connecticut-based gaming company, Mohegan Sun has recently announced that it is willing to buy out Wynn Resorts’ $2.5 billion Everett casino project if is found to be unsuitable by state regulators. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is currently facing a lawsuit over its alleged botched investigations into sexual misconduct allegations against Wynn Resorts founder and former […]