Erik Gibbs

Costa Rica

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BetMGM scores partnership with WNBA's Las Vegas Aces

1 week ago | next.io | Erik Gibbs

BetMGM has formalised a partnership with the Las Vegas Aces, making it the exclusive online casino and sportsbook partner of the reigning WNBA champions. This marks the first time a leading sportsbook has partnered with a professional women’s sports team in such a capacity, but is not the first major partnership for the sportsbook.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Forced to Reduce Staffing Levels

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

Fontainebleau Las Vegas, a $3.7 billion resort located on the northern end of the Strip, did not provide specific figures regarding the staffing cuts. The property acknowledged adjustments to its workforce, explaining that it regularly reviews its operational needs and modifies its hiring strategy accordingly.
Playtech Strikes Deal to Unload Happybet in Germany

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

The gambling software and technology provider has signed a deal with NetX Betting Ltd. Under the terms of the agreement, the Dusseldorf-based betting group, a subsidiary of pferdewetten.de AG, will gain access to contact franchise partners operating under the Happybet brand in Germany. This step enables pferdewetten.de to engage in negotiations and possibly integrate these partners into its own network, subject to individual agreements and regulatory approvals.
Evoke plc launches new Tech Committee to steer growth

1 week ago | next.io | Erik Gibbs

Gaming operator evoke plc has announced the establishment of a new Technology Committee, to enhance oversight of its technological strategy and investment effectiveness. The committee is designed to keep the company aligned with fast-evolving industry trends and to ensure that its operations and growth plans remain competitive in a rapidly changing digital environment. The Technology Committee will be chaired by Susan Standiford, an independent non-executive director on evoke’s board.
New Macau Money Rules Cause Increase in Crime

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

Among the various offenses recorded, fraud constituted the largest share, with 152 cases reported. This category represented 26.8% of all gaming-related crimes during the quarter. Unlawful currency exchange followed closely, accounting for 132 cases or 23.3% of the total. Another major category was loansharking, with 51 cases, making up 9% of the recorded offenses. The notable rise in cases of unlawful exchange has drawn particular attention from law enforcement and government officials.
Citi Field Casino Proposal Clears Another Legislative Hurdle

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

The Senate overwhelmingly voted in favor of the bill, which permits New York City to rezone 50 acres of land currently designated as parkland, advancing it by a vote of 54-5. The land, comprised largely of parking lots around the Mets' stadium, must be legally "alienated" from public park use to allow private development. The legislative measure had already passed the Assembly earlier in May and now awaits the decision of Gov.
Crown Perth License Suitability Determination Coming Soon

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

The Western Australian government is currently reviewing the findings submitted by former WA Police assistant commissioner Paul Steel, who was appointed to oversee Crown Perth's remediation process after the casino operator was found unsuitable to hold a license in 2021. Steel's tenure as monitor concluded in April.
UK Gambling Commission Surveys Need Major Overhaul

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

The OSR's findings resulted in nine specific recommendations intended to bring the GSGB more closely in line with the Code of Practice for Statistics. Among the key recommendations is the development of a comprehensive improvement plan by the UKGC to address prior evaluations by Professor Patrick Sturgis. This plan is expected to clarify how the UKGC intends to respond to identified methodological and communication shortcomings in the survey process and outputs.
Premier League Clubs Face Action over Gaming Sponsors

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

An investigation conducted by the Coalition to End Gambling Ads (CEGA) revealed that deposits could still be made by UK customers on both gambling websites. These findings were shared with Sky News, raising questions about the legality of the ongoing sponsorships and the due diligence being performed by the clubs.
Texas Man Arrested for Operating Illegal Gambling Room

1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Erik Gibbs

The Corpus Christi Police Department's Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division identified multiple outstanding warrants for Tunchez during the investigation, as detailed in a May 21 statement by Senior Officer Jennifer Collier. He has been charged with participating in organized criminal activity, which is classified as a state jail felony and could lead to a prison term of up to two years and a fine reaching $10,000.