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AGEM Index up nearly 3pct in August led by Konami, Light & Wonder
Business & M&A

AGEM Index up nearly 3pct in August led by Konami, Light & Wonder

The AGEM Index, which tracks the stock performance of selected global gaming equipment suppliers, rose 2.9 percent month-on-month in August. The index increased by 54.48 points to 1,929.25 during the month, according to figures released by the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM). D…

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BofA: Bettors Taking Out 75 Cents for Each $1 They Put In
Sports Betting

BofA: Bettors Taking Out 75 Cents for Each $1 They Put In

Fresh research from Bank of America confirms just how hard it is to break even while betting on sports, let alone relying on that activity for income. Acknowledging that it can only see the money its customers deposit to and pull from online sports betting platforms, meaning winnings that aren’t wi…

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Dolly Parton Inspired Lottery Winner to Give Away $77M
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Dolly Parton Inspired Lottery Winner to Give Away $77M

A British woman who won a £115 million ($156 million) EuroMillions jackpot has given away around half her fortune – in part thanks to county legend Dolly Parton. Frances Connolly and her husband, Paddy, became the biggest lottery winners in Northern Ireland’s history when they scooped £114.9 millio…

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Duel.com Founder Detained by Police at a Neo-Fascist Rally in Finland
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Duel.com Founder Detained by Police at a Neo-Fascist Rally in Finland

Ossi “Monarch” Ketola, 29, the controversial founder of crypto casino Duel.com, was detained by a police tactical unit in Helsinki, Finland, on Saturday after fleeing antifa counter-protesters who were demonstrating against a neo-fascist rally. Ketola Apprehended By Police Ketola, the Finnish gambl…

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Clairvest Reportedly the Potential Buyer of MGM Springfield
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Clairvest Reportedly the Potential Buyer of MGM Springfield

Clairvest Group, a Canadian private equity company, is reportedly in the running to acquire the operating rights to MGM Springfield from MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). That is if the Massachusetts city allows a transaction to move forward. Citing the Springfield City Solicitor, The Republic…

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UK Regulator Considers Loosening Prediction Market Restrictions
Sports Betting

UK Regulator Considers Loosening Prediction Market Restrictions

The rapid spread of prediction markets across the USA has drawn the attention of several other countries. While the UK has previously opposed companies like Kalshi and Polymarket, its stance might soon shift, according to a recent report by The Times. Despite these promising signs, legalizing predi…

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Reno Gaming Sparks Back to Life, But isn’t Chasing Vegas
Casino

Reno Gaming Sparks Back to Life, But isn’t Chasing Vegas

Northern Nevada’s gaming market is finally throwing off the rust, as illuminated by a new report in the Nevada Independent. Reno casino win is having its strongest run since California tribal mega-resorts hollowed out the drive-in trade in the 2000s, and operators are spending real money instead of…

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Rokker Merges with Pretty Technical After Acquiring Its Remaining Shares
Technology

Rokker Merges with Pretty Technical After Acquiring Its Remaining Shares

Online gaming consultancy Rokker has completed its ownership of technology provider Pretty Technical by acquiring the remaining shares in the latter company. This broadens the former company’s scope, allowing it to better serve its clients. The Merger Will Create a Stronger Business According to th…

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Berlin planners approve Revo Casino proposal in New Hampshire
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Berlin planners approve Revo Casino proposal in New Hampshire

Berlin, New Hampshire's planning board has approved a site plan for a proposed Revo Casino and Social House charitable gaming venue at the former Northland Restaurant and Dairy Bar on upper Main Street. The Northland Restaurant and Dairy Bar closed in 2021. The proposed development by Salem NH Vent…

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LeBron James, Derek Jeter, Spike Lee Join Polymarket ‘Squads’
Sports Betting

LeBron James, Derek Jeter, Spike Lee Join Polymarket ‘Squads’

Polymarket is the world’s largest prediction market by trading volume, but the crypto-based platform trails in the US. In seeking to increase its market share for Polymarket.us, the company is betting big on multimillion-dollar partnerships with some of the biggest names in sports and pop culture.…

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Melco honored with five awards at the 10th Trip.Gourmet Fine Dining Awards
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Melco honored with five awards at the 10th Trip.Gourmet Fine Dining Awards

Melco Resorts & Entertainment has achieved outstanding success at the 10th anniversary edition of the prestigious Trip.Gourmet Restaurant Rankings and Fine Dining Awards, receiving a total of five accolades. The post Melco honored with five awards at the 10th Trip.Gourmet Fine Dining Awards first a…

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