News by Nina Davidovic

Canada has made lottery history as the national Lotto Max jackpot has reached an unprecedented $80 million. After no winner emerged in Friday’s $75 million draw, the jackpot climbed to its maximum limit, setting the stage for an exciting draw on Tuesday. This marks the first time the Lotto Max prize has reached such a ... Read more

In a significant strategic shift, Australian wagering operator BlueBet has announced its decision to cease all operations in the United States. This move comes as the company reassesses its global expansion strategy in light of regulatory challenges and market dynamics that have proven difficult for smaller operators to navigate. BlueBet revealed on Thursday that it ... Read more

Golden Matrix Group, a prominent international developer and licensor of online gaming platforms and content, has announced significant progress in its strategic plan to expand its market presence, particularly through its anticipated entry into the U.S. iGaming market. The company is moving forward with its application for a New Jersey Casino Service Industry Enterprise license ... Read more

DraftKings Inc. is set to enhance its in-play betting technology through its latest strategic move: the acquisition of Simplebet Inc. Announced on Wednesday, this deal underscores DraftKings’ commitment to revolutionizing the in-game wagering landscape. The acquisition price remains undisclosed, pending regulatory approval and other final conditions. DraftKings aims to leverage Simplebet’s proprietary technology to develop ... Read more

Thunderkick, the Stockholm-based slot game developer, is extending its reach within Ontario’s regulated iGaming market through a new collaboration with NEO.bet. This agreement will see Thunderkick’s popular slot titles integrated into NEO.bet’s platform, marking a significant step in the company’s North American growth strategy. Thunderkick initially entered the Ontario market in January 2024, launching its ... Read more

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a cease-and-desist letter to OC Media Holdings LLC, which operates under the name One Country Give (One Country). The Arkansas-based company has been running online sweepstakes marketed through its website and social media channels, but according to Michigan law, these activities amount to unlicensed lotteries or raffles. ... Read more

Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a prominent US-based betting and gaming company that operates under the BetRivers and PlaySugarHouse brands, has announced a significant its iRush Rewards Loyalty Program. The revamped program is designed to offer RSI’s dedicated players more accessible ways to earn and redeem rewards, maintain their status and benefits over extended ... Read more

Rival Powered, a well-known software company in the iGaming industry, has made several announcements, including the launch of their latest slot game, Mandarin Tiger, new distribution agreements and their attendance at the SBC Summit 2024 in Lisbon. Mandarin Tiger, set to be released on September 16, brings a fresh concept to Rival Powered’s lineup, ... Read more

The ongoing efforts to legalize sports betting in Texas are facing significant challenges, largely due to intensified lobbying and campaign contributions aimed at legalizing casinos in the state. These actions have invigorated Texas’ anti-gaming community, making it increasingly unlikely that the Lone Star State will legalize sports betting in the near future. A recent report ... Read more

DraftKings, a major player in the online sports betting industry, recently faced a legal setback when its motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit was rejected by Middlesex Superior Court. The lawsuit, filed in December 2023 by the Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) at Northeastern University School of Law, centers around a $1,000 bonus ... Read more

The Wyoming Gaming Commission has released its July report, highlighting significant growth in the state’s online sports betting market. Wyoming’s online sportsbooks handled a total of $9.7 million in bets during July 2024, marking an impressive 19 percent year-over-year increase. The state’s online sports betting revenue also saw substantial growth, reaching $1.5 million—a jump of ... Read more

BetMGM, a major player in the iGaming and sports betting industry, is breaking new ground by becoming the first sports betting app to provide Nevada bettors with seamless, nationwide access through a single digital wallet. This cutting-edge feature, introduced in partnership with MGM Resorts International and powered by Entain’s advanced technology, establishes BetMGM as the ... Read more

Once known solely for its daily fantasy sports, DraftKings has significantly expanded its offerings over the years, venturing into sportsbook and casino games. This week marks another milestone for the operator with the launch of its first-ever online poker game, aptly named Electric Poker, now available exclusively in Michigan. Electric Poker is DraftKings’ innovative approach ... Read more

BetMGM, a top name in the iGaming and sports betting industry, announced today that one of its players has won a groundbreaking $6.4 million progressive jackpot, the largest ever recorded in the U.S. online casino market. On the morning of August 19, a player using the BetMGM Casino platform in New Jersey struck gold, winning ... Read more

July 2024 proved to be another strong month for Michigan’s online gambling sector. According to the latest data released by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), both iGaming and digital sports betting saw notable increases in revenue. The state’s commercial and tribal operators reported a combined total of $220.86 million in gross receipts for internet gaming ... Read more