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SBC Summit Rio to Debut Payment Expert Summit, Uniting Payment and Fintech Providers

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The SBC Summit Rio 2025 will introduce the Payment Expert Summit, a highly anticipated event set to unite regional and international operators with top payment and fintech providers. Scheduled for 25–27 February 2025 at the Riocentro in Rio de Janeiro, this initiative is designed to help brands navigate Brazil's newly regulated market, offering tools and…

Aussie Bookmaker VicBet Fined AU$130,000 for Customer Care Breaches

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Online bookmaker VicBet has been slapped with a significant AU$130,000 (US$81,000) fine by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) after being found guilty of two breaches of customer care obligations. The case has sparked a renewed focus on the responsibilities of gambling operators toward vulnerable customers. Allegations of Serious Misconduct VicBet’s troubles stem from…

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Louisiana: Belle of Baton Rouge Sets Sail for the Last Time, Bound for a Scrapyard

News, CasinoJanuary 15, 2025112Views 0Likes 0Comments

The iconic Belle of Baton Rouge riverboat took its final voyage Tuesday morning, an event marking the start of a transformative redevelopment in downtown Baton Rouge. Two tugboats guided the vessel away from its familiar dock into the Mississippi River, heading towards a scrapyard in Terrebonne Parish. The $141 million redevelopment project underscores a significant…

Virginia Governor Stays Firm on Skill Games, Eyes New Gaming Oversight Commission

News, BettingJanuary 15, 202597Views 0Likes 0Comments

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has made his stance clear: skill games, often found in convenience stores and gas stations, are unlikely to make a comeback in the state under his watch. Despite recent efforts to loosen restrictions, Youngkin signalled his hesitancy to revisit the controversial machines. “I am not interested in progressing any of those kinds…

Poker Legend Phil Hellmuth Partners with Rush Street Interactive in Game-Changing Collaboration

News, GamblingJanuary 14, 2025102Views 0Likes 0Comments

Phil Hellmuth, the iconic poker champion and holder of a record-breaking 17 World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets, has embarked on a major partnership with Rush Street Interactive (RSI). Joining RSI's BetRivers brand as a brand and content partner, Hellmuth aims to bring a unique flavour of entertainment and expertise to casino, sportsbook, and poker…

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Thailand Cabinet Approves Draft Casino and Gambling Law

News, GamblingJanuary 14, 202597Views 0Likes 0Comments

Thailand’s cabinet has taken a significant step toward transforming the nation’s gambling landscape by approving a draft law to legalise casinos. The move, announced on 13 January, signals a potential shift in Thailand’s stringent gambling policies, which currently allow only limited forms of legal betting. The Integrated Entertainment Business Act: What’s Next? The draft law, officially…

Hard Rock Rockford Climbs to 7th Place in Illinois Casino Revenue Rankings

News, CasinoJanuary 13, 202596Views 0Likes 0Comments

Hard Rock Casino Rockford has solidified its standing in the Illinois gaming landscape with a significant leap in revenue following its move to a permanent location. The casino's earnings for 2024 have soared, crossing the $100 million mark — a remarkable improvement from its 2023 total of just over $69 million, achieved while operating out…

Las Vegas Strip Gaming Revenue Predicted to Decline in December but Analysts Remain Optimistic for 2025

News, GamblingJanuary 13, 2025106Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Las Vegas Strip is expected to report its sixth consecutive month of year-over-year gaming revenue declines when December's figures are released later this month. However, analysts remain optimistic about the Strip's future, especially as 2025 approaches with promising growth projections. A Tough Year for the Strip’s Revenue The Strip’s gaming revenue for November 2024 reached…

Brazil Steps Down as Match-Fixing Leader in Football, Sportradar Report Shows

News, BettingJanuary 11, 202599Views 0Likes 0Comments

Brazil’s long-standing reputation as a hotbed for football match-fixing appears to be shifting. The latest annual integrity report by Sportradar highlights a sharp decline in suspicious football matches within the country, marking significant progress in tackling a lingering issue. Match-Fixing Incidents Drop by Nearly Half The Sportradar Integrity in Action 2024 report revealed that Brazil recorded…

Kentucky Considers Full-Service Casinos: House Bill 33 Introduced

News, CasinoJanuary 10, 202593Views 0Likes 0Comments

Kentucky could soon move beyond its reliance on historical horse racing machines if new legislation to permit full-service casinos gains traction. Representative Thomas Huff has proposed House Bill 33, a game-changing move that seeks to reshape the state’s gambling landscape by introducing traditional casinos with a 21% revenue tax. Kentucky's Leap Toward Traditional Casinos For years,…