Wayne Nix, a former minor league pitcher who played for Oakland Athletics farm teams, was the mastermind behind a major league illegal sports betting operation in California that involved other former pro athletes and current players as bookies and bettors, according to federal prosecutors.
The rise and fall of Nix’s sports betting business
Nix started his…
Las Vegas is known for its dazzling casinos, lavish hotels and world-class entertainment. But behind the scenes, thousands of hospitality workers keep the city running smoothly. These workers, who are members of the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 and its affiliated Bartenders Union Local 165, are seeking new contracts with their employers that would provide…
North Carolina is set to become the latest state to offer online sports betting to its residents, as the North Carolina Lottery Commission (NCLC) has approved the launch date of March 11. The decision comes after months of delays and deliberations, as regulators wanted to ensure a safe and fair industry for both operators and…
The online casino operator Videoslots has announced a new addition to its senior management team. Anna Komemi, a veteran of the iGaming industry, has joined the company as its chief operating officer (COO). Komemi will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of Videoslots, as well as leading the strategic processes related to resources, logistics,…
Reevo, a leading B2B content and aggregation platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Digitain, a prominent casino and sportsbook platform provider. The deal will allow Digitain to integrate Reevo’s portfolio of games, which includes over 40 high-performance slots and table games, into its Centrivo platforms and aggregation service. This will enhance the gaming experience…
Ortak is a new investment solution that allows casino game creators to sell shares of their games through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). The shares are represented by non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that are registered on the Bahamut blockchain. This innovative product aims to revolutionize the iGaming industry by creating a network of partners who can…
The Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) has granted a license to Ian Dyson, the chair of the audit committee of Flutter Entertainment plc, the parent company of FanDuel and PokerStars. Dyson, who has been a non-executive director of Flutter since 2016, will oversee the financial reporting and internal controls of the company’s operations in Nevada.
Flutter’s expansion…
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte, a former LSU star, was arrested on Thursday for his involvement in an illegal online sports gaming scheme. He is accused of placing thousands of bets on various sporting events, including some that he played in, while he was still a minor and a college athlete.
Boutte Created a…
Sphere Entertainment Co., the company behind the innovative Sphere venues that are redefining the future of live entertainment, has announced the appointment of Jennifer Koester as the new President of Sphere Business Operations, effective from February 5. Koester, a former Google executive with over 25 years of diverse experience, will lead the strategy and execution…
The global gaming industry is undergoing a major transformation, as new technologies, platforms, and consumer preferences are reshaping the market. According to a recent report by PwC, the gaming sector is expected to grow from $184.4 billion in 2022 to $321 billion in 2026, with a compound annual growth rate of 14.7%. This growth will…