In a strategic financial move, billionaire Tilman Fertitta has surpassed Elaine Wynn to become the largest shareholder of Wynn Resorts. This transition was officially confirmed through a recent SEC Form 3 filing, indicating Fertitta’s significant stake acquisition. Significant stake and insider status: Tilman Fertitta, the CEO of Feritta Entertainment, which includes the Golden Nugget casino chain and other ventures, has officially been classified as a business insider...

Portsmouth’s tourism sector has seen unprecedented growth, largely due to the success of Rivers Casino Portsmouth and an increase in visitors to the city’s expanding entertainment options. However, the boom has revealed a significant obstacle: a lack of hotel accommodations, leaving city officials looking for solutions. Since its January 2023 opening, Rivers Casino Portsmouth has driven a major economic uplift....

Sands China Ltd has officially reinstated dividend payments for the first time in five years, announcing a final dividend of HKD 0.25 (USD 0.032) per share for the financial year ending December 31, 2024. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on June 20, 2025, to shareholders registered by May 30. This announcement was widely anticipated by analysts and investors....

New Jersey is poised to become a pioneer in the integration of esports within regulated sports wagering, as state legislators consider a transformative bill that would enable adults to legally place bets on themselves and their teams in competitive video games. Assemblyman William F. Moen Jr. of Camden champions Assembly Bill No. 2172, which has already sailed through an Assembly committee. Moen sees this as...

NetBet Denmark, a premier online casino destination, is excited to announce a significant partnership with Blueprint Gaming, a renowned casino game provider. This collaboration marks a pivotal step in NetBet Denmark’s commitment to enriching its gaming offerings and delivering top-tier entertainment value to its users. Expanding game selection with top titles: Through this partnership, NetBet Denmark will introduce an array of...

In an effort to mitigate its nearly HK$100 billion (US$12.9 billion) fiscal deficit, Hong Kong’s finance chief is reportedly considering the legalization of basketball betting, a move anticipated to significantly boost government revenue. This revelation comes just days before Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po is scheduled to deliver his budget speech, highlighting the government’s proactive approach to economic recovery. Expansion of HKJC’s betting operations: According to...

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is set to implement a significant upgrade to its regulatory framework as it transitions to a more sophisticated, evidence-driven approach for 2025. This initiative aims to intensify supervision of the online gaming sector and foster transparency with stakeholders, reinforcing MGA’s commitment to industry standards and trust. Focus on compliance, player protection, and integrity: Central to MGA’s enhanced strategy are...

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has officially announced the removal of the Philippines from its ‘grey list’—a roster of countries under increased scrutiny due to deficiencies in their financial systems. This decision, made at a recent FATF plenary session in Paris, marks a crucial turning point for the Philippines, reflecting the successful overhaul of its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing protocols. A milestone...

Push Gaming has expanded its portfolio with Mad Blast, a high-volatility, scatter-paying slot that combines cascading wins with a powerful progressive multiplier system. Played on a 5×6 grid, the game’s action takes place in the workshop of the Mad Tinkerer, a mysterious inventor surrounded by colorful, robotic-inspired bomb symbols. Unlike traditional paylines, Mad Blast rewards players when eight or more...

Indian online gaming operator Head Digital Works (HDW) has announced its acquisition of Deltatech Gaming Ltd (DGL), the parent company of Adda52, in a deal worth ₹491 crore. The transaction will unfold in two phases, beginning with HDW acquiring a 51% stake in Deltatech Gaming, followed by the merger of Deltatech Gaming into HDW’s operations. Once finalized, Delta Corp, Deltatech’s...