In March 2022, the Perth Casino Royal Commission found Crown Resorts unfit to hold a license in Western Australia (WA) and provided 59 recommendations aimed at reforming the casino’s operations and fixing the state’s “flawed” gambling laws. No Need for Nominations Committee The WA government has now issued its official response to the Royal Commission […]
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Daniel Negreanu Wants Ali Imsirovic Banned from All Poker Events Over Alleged Cheating
Ali Imsirovic appears to be struggling to change his old ways, with sources saying he is continuing to cheat despite being banned from GGPoker and PokerGO Tour events. This prompted Daniel Negreanu, one of poker’s most popular and influential figures, to call on all poker operators to ban the alleged cheater. Negreanu Calls for Total […]
888poker’s First Mystery Bounty Festival Smashes Guarantees By Nearly 5 Percent
888poker’s Mystery Bounty Festival was a success, a testament to the format’s massive popularity among players. The two-week series ended up smashing its guarantee by around 5%, despite some events missing their targets. 888poker Mystery Bounty Festival – Facts & Figures The Mystery Bounty Festival featured a total of 31 numbered events guaranteeing $1.1 […]
BGC “Take Time To Think” Campaign Has Had No Impact In Preventing Gambling Harm
In October 2021, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) launched the “Take Time to Think” safer gambling campaign to help UK customers stay in control of their gambling. But a recent academic evaluation has found the campaign to be ineffective, as players’ gambling behavior remains unchanged even if they see the slogan. No Impact on […]
Jason Koon Creates History after Winning Fifth Triton Poker Title
Jason Koon continues to make waves in the high-roller circuit, with the poker pro recently winning his fifth Triton Poker title. The American poker pro emerged victorious in the 2023 Triton Super High Roller Series Vietnam $50K Turbo event, outclassing a 31-entry field to secure the title and $574,000 in top prize. Koon Becomes Only […]
Belgium to Implement Blanket Ban on Gambling Advertising from July 1, 2023
Belgium is set to implement a blanket ban on gambling advertising from July 1, 2023. The ban applies to all media platforms, including television, radio, cinema, websites, social media networks, and print publications, with operators also prohibited from displaying ads in public areas. Ban Seeks to Stop Gambling Normalization in Belgium Belgium’s upcoming advertising ban […]
PAGCOR Ends Consultancy Contract with Third-Party Auditor for POGOs Over Unlawful Acts
The Philippines’ gaming regulator, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has effectively severed its ties with Global ComRCI, the third-party entity previously contracted by the agency to audit the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Auditor Committed “Unlawful Acts” PAGCOR has confirmed that it has terminated the consultancy contract with Global ComRCI over alleged “unlawful” […]
Genting Malaysia Could Monetize Non-Core Assets for New York Casino License Bid
Genting Malaysia Bhd has indicated it could monetize some of its non-core assets as it seeks to win one of the three casino licenses up for grabs in New York. The casino operator, which runs the Resorts World New York City racino in Queens, is considered among the frontrunners to bid and win a gaming […]
WSOP Ontario Players Get Access To Exclusive SmartHUD Feature
WSOP Ontario may have launched much later than its competitors but it has quickly grown to become one of the leading online poker rooms in the ring-fenced market. Among the main reasons for its rapid rise to the top are the exclusive features it offers to players, such as the “SmartHUD”. Get an Insight into […]
Star Entertainment Heavily Impacted by Proposed NSW Casino Tax Hike Proposal
Star Entertainment Group’s newly-appointed CEO Robbie Cooke has warned a proposal by the NSW government to increase the tax on pokie machines would have a damaging impact on casinos. Star Sydney to Undergo Urgent Review if Tax Hike is Implemented Under new changes proposed by the state, casinos would have to pay a top rate […]
