Ciarán McLoughlin

London

Writer at Irish Examiner

Writer at Gambling Insider

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Nevada gaming win up 12.54% to $1.44bn in January

2 months ago | gamingamerica.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

This is a slight decline on December's gaming win. Key points: - State records second-largest gaming win in its history - Las Vegas Strip saw gaming win increase 22.45% year-over-year The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has its gaming revenue figures for January, with total gaming win increasing 12.54% year-over-year to $1.44bn.
Coral named Official UK Betting Partner of Birmingham City Football Club

2 months ago | gamblinginsider.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

Key points: - Coral will have brand exposure around Birmingham FC's home ground - The deal also encompasses the creation of engaging content and activation activities for fans Coral has partnered with Birmingham City Football Club, to become the side's Official UK Betting Partner. This multi-year deal will include the Entain brand creating engaging experiences for fans, such as acting as the official goal sponsor, collaborating in the fan park ahead of matchdays.
Allwyn to provide National Lottery games to Aldi's UK self-service checkouts

2 months ago | gamblinginsider.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

Key points: - Aldi becomes one of the first store chains to offer this service in the UK - Self-checkouts will include Lucky Dips for Lotto, EuroMillions, Thunderball and Set For Life Allwyn has partnered with supermarket chain Aldi to bring The National Lottery to all self-service checkouts across its UK stores.
The Star Entertainment's future remains uncertain, with shares at risk of suspension

2 months ago | gamblinginsider.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

Key points: - Half-year results were meant to be posted before trading began on Friday - Operator had expected to receive liquidity proposals Concerns for the future of The Star Entertainment have taken another turn with new developments leaving the operator seeking liquidity solutions.
Jackpot Digital receives approval to operate in Maine

2 months ago | gamingamerica.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

This is the first state-issued license it has received in the US. Key points: - The supplier has received approval from the Maine Gambling Control Unit - Jackpot Digital are looking to receive more state licenses soon Jackpot Digital will soon be able to supply its casino machines throughout the state of Maine, after it received license approval from the Maine Gambling Control Unit (MGCU).
Arizona reports $897.6m in sports wagers during November

2 months ago | gamingamerica.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

Winnings paid to players reached $811.3m. Key points: - Total sports wagers up 25.8% year-over-year - DraftKings led the way among the operators for largest total of sports wagers The Arizona Department of Gaming has released its sports wagering figure in the state for the month of November. In total, sports wagering handle was valued at $897.6m, which represents an increase of 25.8% year-over-year. Compared to October 2024’s report, total sports bets were up around 13.4%.
No plans to ban greyhound racing in the rest of the UK

2 months ago | gamblinginsider.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

Key points: - Lisa Nandy has described the “joy” brought by greyhound racing - Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) has welcomed the Secretary of State’s comments A complete UK ban of greyhound racing is not anticipated to take place, after comments made today by Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lisa Nandy.
Victoria Corbishley named GamCare CEO

2 months ago | gamblinginsider.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

Key points: - Corbishley brings experience from the British Red Cross and the NHS - Appointment comes as charity looks to navigate the evolving gambling support landscape GamCare has appointed Victoria Corbishley as its new CEO, taking over the role from D’Arcy Myers. Myers was handed the position of Interim CEO in August 2023, having served as a charity CEO for over 12 years, taking over from Anna Hemmings, who resigned in the June of that year.
Kwiff named sleeve sponsor for Millwall Football Club's FA Cup tie this weekend

2 months ago | gamblinginsider.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

Key points: - Kwiff logo will be present on Millwall’s kit this weekend - Game will be shown live on BBC One Kwiff has partnered with Millwall Football Club to become the club’s sleeve sponsor for their FA Cup Fifth Round tie against Crystal Palace this weekend. Millwall take on the Eagles this Saturday at 12:15pm at Selhurst Park for a place in the quarter-finals of the world’s oldest national football competition, and Kwiff’s logo will be present on the sleeve of the Lions’ kit.
Relax Gaming agrees deal with DraftKings

2 months ago | gamingamerica.com | Ciarán McLoughlin

The supplier has previously worked with the likes of BetMGM, PlayStar and PointsBet in the region. Key points: - Relax Gaming content to go live via DraftKings Casino in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Ontario - The supplier first entered the US in December 2023 Relax Gaming has taken a further step in the North American market by partnering with DraftKings in the US and Canada.