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New Jersey Gaming Revenue Rises in June as iGaming and Sports Betting Surge
New Jersey’s gaming sector recorded an 18.4% year-over-year increase in June 2025, with total revenue reaching $581.6 million across land-based casinos, internet gaming, and sports wagering, according to the latest figures released by the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). This positive momentum builds on strong second-quarter trends, with all three verticals reporting annual growth despite a slightly slower pace than May’s […]
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Las Vegas Sands Breaks Ground in Singapore on $8B Marina Bay Sands Expansion
Las Vegas Sands has officially commenced construction on its highly anticipated $8 billion expansion of Marina Bay Sands (MBS), marking a major step forward in Singapore’s luxury tourism and entertainment sector. The milestone event, held earlier this week, was attended by Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Finance Minister Grace Fu, Sands co-founder Dr. Miriam Adelson, Chairman and CEO Robert Goldstein, and President […]
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Leo Margets Makes Historic Run to WSOP 2025 Final Table
History was made on Sunday night, July 13th, as Spain’s Leo Margets secured her seat at the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table, becoming the first woman to achieve the feat since Poker Hall of Famer Barbara Enright in 1995. Margets’ breakthrough comes three decades after Enright’s fifth-place finish and stands as a landmark moment in […]
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Iris Capital Secures Support for $177M Reef Casino Trust Takeover
Reef Casino Trust (RCT) has announced it has entered into a Takeover Bid Implementation Agreement with Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd, part of Sydney-based Iris Capital, for a proposed AU$177 million acquisition. The offer values each RCT unit at $3.5541—a 17.69% premium on the July 11 closing price and more than 30% above the unit […]
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New Depths Explored in Push Gaming’s Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch Online Slot
Push Gaming has cast its line back into familiar waters with the release of Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch, a reimagined version of its fan-favorite underwater slot. This fresh installment not only captures the charm of the original but deepens the experience with new features, vibrant visuals, and engaging gameplay mechanics aimed at both returning […]
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PAGCOR Orders Removal of Gambling Billboards in Effort to Curb Addiction
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has issued a directive to all licensed gambling operators and related entities, ordering the removal of all gambling-related billboards and out-of-home (OOH) advertisements by August 15. This move is part of a broader initiative to regulate gambling-related promotions and curb excessive marketing in public spaces. Stricter regulations and the need for transparency: […]
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WSOP Paradise 2025 to Break Records with $60 Million Super Main Event Guarantee
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has revealed thrilling details about its 2025 WSOP Paradise tournament series, setting the stage for an unforgettable winter of poker action. The highlight of the series will be the $60,000,000-guaranteed Super Main Event, marking the largest prize guarantee ever in the history of live poker tournaments. Taking place at the iconic Atlantis Paradise Island in […]
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Brute Force: Alien Onslaught Brings Bigger Action and New Features in Nolimit City’s Sequel
Nolimit City’s highly anticipated sequel, Brute Force: Alien Onslaught, is set to elevate the action and excitement to new heights. Following the success of the original Brute Force, this new addition brings a fresh alien adversary, larger gameplay mechanics, and higher multipliers to offer players an adrenaline-packed experience. With a retro video game vibe and cutting-edge slot features, this […]
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UKGC Fines Fafabet Operator Over Unfair Terms and AML Breaches
Taichi Tech Limited, the company operating under the Fafabet brand, has been fined £170,000 by the UK Gambling Commission following a series of regulatory breaches, including the use of misleading terms in its promotional offers and shortcomings in key compliance areas such as anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility. UK Gambling Commission issues £170K fine to Fafabet operator: The Commission’s investigation revealed that Fafabet’s […]
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Regulatory Concerns Shake Philippine Online Gambling Sector; Stocks Take Hit
The Philippine online gambling industry has been jolted by renewed legislative efforts that have triggered steep market sell-offs and intensified regulatory uncertainty. Stocks tied to the sector—particularly those of leading operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp.—plunged sharply following the filing of a bill that seeks to implement stringent controls on digital gaming activities. DigiPlus, which runs the […]
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