Author: Steve Tyler

Ainsworth comments on historical investigations into CEO Harald Neumann Summary Ainsworth Game Technology addressed recent media articles regarding investigations initiated by the Austrian Economic and Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (WKStA) in 2019 involving over 100 individuals, including CEO Harald Neumann and Novomatic AG, the company’s controlling shareholder. The company became aware of these investigations in August […]

Westgate Casino Marks Elvis Presley’s 90th Birthday With Revamped 1,226sqm Las Vegas Villa Summary The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has reopened the Imperial Sky Villa, the former home of Elvis Presley, to celebrate what would have been the music icon’s 90th birthday. This newly revamped villa spans 1,226 square metres and is a […]

New EU deal protects Gibraltar’s gambling industry, says trade minister Summary Nigel Feetham, Gibraltar’s Trade Minister, has stated that a new agreement between the UK and EU will significantly safeguard jobs and tax revenue within Gibraltar’s gambling sector. This deal is crucial in avoiding negative impacts that could arise from complications related to Gibraltar-Spain border […]

Germany Interstate Treaty update could solve deposit limit and IP blocking struggles Summary The update to Germany’s Interstate Treaty aims to tackle ongoing challenges with deposit limits and IP blocking in the online gambling sector. DOCV Vice President Simon Priglinger-Simader and lawyer Michelle Hembury discussed potential amendments during a recent webinar, suggesting that new definitions […]

Bally’s New York Casino Rezoning Clears State Legislature Summary Bally’s New York has gained crucial support as the state senate and assembly passed rezoning legislation for a casino in the Bronx. This bill is vital for Bally’s to secure a downstate casino licence with a submission deadline approaching. Source: Article URL Key Points The New […]

NSW Premier says no intention to allow poker machines at Crown Sydney Summary NSW Premier Chris Minns has confirmed that there will be no introduction of poker machines at Crown Sydney. This decision comes after reports of discussions between Crown and Gaming Minister David Harris regarding an exemption to existing agreements monopolising poker machines for […]

Bloomberry Resorts appoints Gregory Hawkins as new President and COO Summary The Board of Directors of Bloomberry Resorts has appointed Gregory Francis Hawkins as Director, President, and Chief Operating Officer. With extensive experience in the gaming industry, Hawkins previously served as acting COO since February and will manage operations at Solaire Entertainment City and Solaire […]

Westgate Casino Marks Elvis Presley’s 90th Birthday With Revamped 1,226sqm Las Vegas Villa Summary The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has unveiled the newly renovated Imperial Sky Villa in honour of Elvis Presley, coinciding with what would have been the icon’s 90th birthday year. This revitalised villa is a tribute to Presley’s enduring legacy, […]

New EU Deal Protects Gibraltar’s Gambling Industry, Says Trade Minister Summary Nigel Feetham, Gibraltar’s trade minister, has announced that a new agreement between the UK and EU has safeguarded Gibraltar’s gambling industry. This accord is crucial as it prevents potential tax revenue losses and job cuts that could have arisen from unresolved border checks between […]

Germany Interstate Treaty update could solve deposit limit and IP blocking struggles Summary The update to Germany’s Interstate Treaty aims to tackle issues such as deposit limits and restrictions on online gambling operators. Key figures from the Deutscher Online Casinoverband (DOCV) and experts are pushing for clarity around affordability checks and more competitive market conditions. […]