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San Antonio Council Member Wants to Ban Eight-Liners Citywide
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San Antonio Council Member Wants to Ban Eight-Liners Citywide

A San Antonio councilwoman wants to ban eight-liner gaming machines throughout the city, saying the devices have turned into a conduit for illegal gambling despite operating under an exception in Texas law. Texas Eight-Liners Accused of Bypassing Cash Gambling Restrictions Council Consideration Req…

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Zitro awarded gaming-vendor licence in UAE
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Zitro awarded gaming-vendor licence in UAE

Gaming supplier Zitro International has been granted a gaming-related vendor licence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the firm said in a Tuesday press release. The permit was awarded by the federal nation’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). “This milestone allows Zitro to pa…

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Macau concerts drive record Uber taxi demand, led by Hong Kong visitors

Macau concerts drive record Uber taxi demand, led by Hong Kong visitors

Macau concerts drove Uber taxi trips to a July record, with Hong Kong visitors remaining the platform’s largest passenger source. The post Macau concerts drive record Uber taxi demand, led by Hong Kong visitors first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.

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AGEM Index up nearly 3pct in August led by Konami, Light & Wonder
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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
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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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Underdog Ends Drafts in 7 States in Favor of Prediction Markets
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Underdog Ends Drafts in 7 States in Favor of Prediction Markets

Underdog has announced what its founder called “not fun news.” As it turns out, the company is shutting down its fantasy sports business in seven states in favor of prediction markets. This comes amid a continued conflict surrounding the legality of prediction markets in certain states. Underdog Ha…

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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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