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Many readers are happy to scan an article to find the points that are of interest to them. We always strive to bring you the most important highlights - however, some stories simply deserve more in-depth reporting for those who wish to know more. Many of these subjects may not have widespread reader appeal, but we're always glad to make the effort and take the time to lift the veil and show our readers some of what goes on behind the scenes in the fascinating gambling industry.

We try to answer burning questions such as: Where is blockchain gambling headed - Why have taxes changed or stayed the same - How do I find the best no deposit bonuses, or how to play blackjack online and win?

While not all articles are exhaustive and lengthy, they at least deserve, in our editor's opinion, to be featured. This is also where you will find exclusive interviews with some of the most prominent thought leaders, disruptors, movers, and shakers in the industry. Prepare a cup of java and settle in, if you'd like.

New Baccarat Side Bet Launched in Macau Casinos on 29 April 2024

Macau's Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) has approved a new baccarat side bet offering odds as high as 50 times the stake. Regulator's approval of the side bet will reportedly be welcomed by Mac...

PAGCOR’s Gaming Revenue Hits All-Time High in Q1 2024

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) revealed on April 28 that it managed to hit an all-time record in gaming revenue of Php25.24bln, roughly US$437m, for the 3-month period leading to March 31 of...

Philippine Senator Files Proposal to Ban POGOs over Human Trafficking Concerns

Philippine Senator Risa Hontiveros has called on the country's legislature to immediately ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations, known as POGOs, over human trafficking concerns allegedly raised after the re...

DraftKings Announces May 9th Opening of New Sports & Social venue in Columbus, Ohio

DraftKings opens its newest sports betting venue in Columbus, Ohio, on May 9, 2024. This will be the fourth on-site location in the city, and it will be located in the trendy Short North Arts District. Draft...

Okada Manila Reports 24% Revenue Decline In Q1 2024

Tiger Resort Leisure and Entertainment Inc, the Okada Manila casino resort operator, reportedly revealed the resort's financial result for the first quarter of 2024. According to the operator's filings made on ...

Greentube Stregthens Its Position in North America Through a Deal with Caesars Digital

The popular NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, Greentube, strengthens its position in North America through a deal with industry giant Caesars Digital. Two companies joined forces to offer the...

Newport World Resorts Hits Newest Yearly High in GGR for 2023; Non-Gaming Income up 40%

It was recently revealed that Newport World Resorts managed to reach the newest yearly high in terms of gross gaming income collected for the previous year, surpassing PHP34.2bln, which is roughly $600.38m. Add...

Victorian Gambling Authority Fines BlueBet AU$50,000 for Advertising Compliance Failures

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commissions (VGCCC) has imposed an AU$50,000 fine on Australian wagering operator BlueBet Pty Ltd for alleged non-compliance with gambling regulations of the ...

Valmar Group to Acquire the Entire Stake of Clairvest in Four Marina del Sol Casinos in Chile

The Chilean group Valmar announced on 9 April 2024 the acquisition of all the shares of the Canadian group Clairvest in the Chilean casino chain Marina del Sol. As reported, Valmar has agreed to acquire the ent...

Romania Bans Gambling Facilities in Less Populated Areas to Combat Illegal Operators

Following the Prime Minister's approval, the Romanian Chamber of Deputies passed a law to ban land-based gambling operations in small cities and villages with populations of less than 15,000 residents. As repor...

Caesars Sportsbook Launches New Mobile Sports Betting App in Harrah’s Gulf Coast in Mississippi

The industry giant Caesars Entertainment, Inc. is expanding its operations to Harrah's Gulf Coast, Biloxi, Mississippi, where the company’s sportsbook went live on April 20, 2024. All the players who want to pl...