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Zona de Azar Australia – Aristocrat Gaming Unveils New Range of Gaming Legends at AGE23
Australia.- August 15th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Aristocrat Gaming™ will showcase a legendary line-up of games at the Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) this week in Sydney. Visitors can expect to see 12 game families with...
Zona de Azar Ukraine – Ukraine Reinstates 18% Online Casino Turnover Tax
Ukraine.- August 15, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The government of Ukraine has reinstated an 18% tax charge to be applied on online casino turnover. The decision was confirmed via a telegram of Danylo Hetmantsev, Chairman...
Zona de Azar Italy – Hacksaw Gaming Extends Reach in Italy Through GBO Partnership
Italy.- August 15, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Supplier of cutting-edge online casino games Hacksaw Gaming has struck a deal with GBO that sees a selection of its game line-up integrated into two leading brands powered by...
Zona de Azar UK – Bacta Provides Evidence to Treasury into Banking Provisions for Members
UK.- August 15, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Bacta the trade association representing the UK amusements and low stake gambling industry has contacted the UK government expressing its concern at how businesses in the sector are...
Zona de Azar UK – Rank Group Appoints New Managing Director, Rank Interactive
UK.- August 15, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The Rank Group has announced that Andrew Peat will join the company as Managing Director, Rank Interactive, taking up his role later this year. Andrew joins from William Hill where...
Zona de Azar UK – The Health Lottery Rebrands with New Identity and New Jackpots
UK.- August 15, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The Health Lottery has announced a renovation of its lottery game, along with the launch of a new website, logo and overall identity rebrand. Starting from tomorrow night’s draw,...
Zona de Azar Bulgaria – NetBet Italy Announces Exciting Partnership with CT Interactive
Bulgaria.- August 15, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com NetBet Italy, a leading online gaming operator, is thrilled to announce its new partnership with CT Interactive, a prominent online software provider in the iGaming industry....
Zona de Azar UK – Bahamut Successfully Passes Hexens’ and Certik’s Audit
UK.- August 15th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Bahamut has successfully passed the audit by Hexens and Certik. This technical and economic assessment is an essential part of the commitment to maintaining high security, transparency,...
Zona de Azar Australia – The Star Announces Agreement with NSW Treasurer to Amend Casino Duty Rates
Australia.- August 14, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The Star Entertainment Group has announced an agreement in principle with The Honourable Daniel Mookhey MLC, the New South Wales (NSW) Treasurer, to revise its duty arrangements...
Zona de Azar USA – Hard Rock’s Rocksino Opens in Deadwood, South Dakota
USA.- August 14th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The new casino and boutique hotel offers supreme hospitality and 86 slot machines, along with a bar and a restaurant. Visitors to Deadwood, South Dakota are in for a treat, after...
Zona de Azar Spain – LaLiga and M88 Mansion Sign New Partnership Extension
Spain.- August 14, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com M88 Mansion and LaLiga have announced that they have partnered for the fourth year in a row. As LaLiga’s Official Regional Betting Partner in Asia since 2020, M88 Mansion...
Zona de Azar USA – Casino Royale Las Vegas Has Sky-High Plans
USA.- August 14th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The iconic Casino Royale, a staple on the Las Vegas Strip since 1964, could be in for a transformative change. Recent approvals from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), revealed...
Zona de Azar Canada – NeoGames’ BtoBet Signs Sportsbook Deal with Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis
Canada.- August 14, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Online lottery and iGaming solutions provider NeoGames’ subsidiary BtoBet, a sports betting provider, has partnered on a long-term basis with Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis...
Zona de Azar Malta – OddsMatrix Launches Fast Markets Ahead of New Football Season
Malta.- August 14, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com OddsMatrix, EveryMatrix’s leading B2B sportsbook division, has launched ‘Fast Markets’ in time for the start of the 2023-24 football season, enabling operators to offer...
Zona de Azar China – Sands China Announces US$175 Million Profit for 1H23
China.- 14 de Agosto 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Sands China has reported a profit of US$175 million for the first six months of 2023, reversing a US$760 million loss during the same period last year. A fortnight after parent...
Zona de Azar UK – ITIA Suspend Three Players For Match-Fixing
UK.- August 14, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) today confirms that three tennis players – Timur Khabibulin, Sanjar Fayziev and Igor Smilansky – have been provisionally suspended...
Zona de Azar Malta – Uplatform,The Future of Online Casinos: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Innovation
Malta.- 14th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The online casino landscape is expanding at an unprecedented rate, presenting us with abundant opportunities for growth and success. However, with every new horizon comes a unique...
Zona de Azar Malta – Conquer The Reels Like Vikings In Pragmatic Play’s Latest Release Pub Kings™
Malta.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, invites players to celebrate with boisterous Norsemen in its latest release Pub Kings™. Stone-age castles...
Zona de Azar UK – BetConstruct Announces the Nominations of B.F.T.H. Arena Best FTN Game Awards
UK.-August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The industry-leading iGaming and Sports betting software provider, BetConstruct, has revealed the four nominations for B.F.T.H. Arena Best FTN Game Awards With a commitment to fostering...
Zona de Azar UK – Blueprint Ups the Wins on Offer in Fishin’ Frenzy Even Bigger Catch Jackpot King
UK.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Blueprint Gaming’s feature-filled Fishin’ Frenzy Even Bigger Catch has received a regal boost to big win potential, becoming the latest player-favourite slot to join the Jackpot...
Zona de Azar Malta – BetGames Kicks off a New Game Release Drive with Instant Lucky 7
Malta.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Leading live dealer and betting games provider BetGames has launched Instant Lucky 7, its first foray into instant lotto designed to maximise the demand for high-frequency play. Inspired...
Zona de Azar Philippines – Philippine Regulator Implements Strict Probation for POGO Industry
Philippines.- 11th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com PACGOR’s new measures aim to curb illegal activities in the POGO sector In a bid to combat illegal activities associated with offshore gaming operations in the Philippines,...
Zona de Azar Philippines – SiGMA Asia Achieves Headline Success in Manila
Philippines.- 11th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The SiGMA Asia Summit in Manila, was nothing short of a sensational success making headlines and an incise industry impact as it hosted over 12,000 delegates in the Philippine...
Zona de Azar UK – Kambi Group Extends Sportsbook Partnership with Rank Group
UK.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Kambi Group has agreed to extend its partnership to provide its Complete sportsbook products to Rank Group and its brands. The initial partnership was founded in 2016 and included...
Zona de Azar UK – bet365 Releases New Odds and Fantasy Game for Premier League season
UK.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com UK operator bet365 has announced its odds, boosts and promotions ahead of the 2023/24 Premier League season kick-off on 11-12 August. The operator is offering outright odds for every...
Zona de Azar Brazil – Affili8 Signs New Deal with Lance! Betting
Brazil.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Lance! Betting is an effort comprised of Kambi, Eyas Gaming and a Brazilian media company called Lance! – as part of the arrangement, Kambi will provide its technology, Eyas...
Zona de Azar USA – BetMGM Announces Partnership with NetGaming to Launch Titles in Michigan
USA.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com BetMGM has partnered with NetGaming to launch its slot games portfolio in Michigan. Although BetMGM Casino in Michigan will start out as the only venue in North America to offer...
Zona de Azar Malta – ReferOn Joins Forces with MioMedia for Enhanced Partnership
Malta.- 11th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com ReferOn got itself a new client in MioMedia: the affiliate program will now operate on the ReferOn affiliate management system. The new partner has chosen ReferOn for its comprehensive...
Zona de Azar Poland – Evoplay Celebrates Seven Nominations at SBC Awards
Poland.- August 11, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Award-winning game development studio Evoplay, has been shortlisted in seven categories at this year’s SBC Awards. Being recognised in Employer of the Year, Leader of the Year...
Zona de Azar Malta – Uplatform at AGE: Igniting a New Chapter in iGaming Advancements
Malta.- 10th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Get ready for an extraordinary experience as Uplatform, a dynamic provider of cutting-edge casino and sports betting solutions, announces its participation in the highly anticipated...
Zona de Azar Brazil – Caleta Gaming Shines in Yolo Investments’ Portfolio Spotlight
Brazil.- 10th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Caleta Gaming, a fast-growing Brazilian games provider, attended the exclusive Yolo Partners Event 2023, hosted by Yolo Group. The event is reserved for Yolo Investments portfolio...
Zona de Azar Canada – Playmaker Capital Acquires La Poche Bleue
Canada.- August 10, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Affiliate Playmaker Capital has acquired La Poche Bleue, a Quebec-based sports media and entertainment group. La Poche Bleue currently owns eight shows, which are broadcast in...
Zona de Azar USA – Brian Green Elevated to Chief Operating Officer at Graton Resort & Casino
USA.- August 10th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Brian Green has been appointed to Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Graton Resort & Casino. A veteran gaming executive with more than 25 years of operations and management experience,...
Zona de Azar Malta – Betway Adds Andy Roddick to their Global Ambassador Portfolio
Malta.- August 10, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Today, leading global online betting and gaming brand Betway, has announced that US tennis legend, Andy Roddick, has joined as a global tennis ambassador. The former world number...
Zona de Azar USA – Hacksaw Gaming Partners with RSI in West Virginia
USA.- August 10, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Supplier Hacksaw Gaming has announced its entry into the West Virginia iGaming market after agreeing to a content distribution agreement with Rush Street Interactive (RSI). Through...
Zona de Azar Paraguay – BetConnections integrates mobadoo eSports betting content
Paraguay.- 10th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com BetConnections, part of the 27th Gaming Group, has agreed a content partnership with eSports betting content supplier, mobadoo. eSports trailblazer mobadoo has curated a portfolio...
Zona de Azar Malta – Stats Perform Extends Partnership with Football DataCo
Malta.- August 10, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Stats Perform, a sports technology known for its Opta sports data brand, has announced that it has extended its partnership with Football DataCo. This 10-year-long extension will...
Zona de Azar UK – Ladbrokes Tennis Tweet Ads Get Banned for Potentially Attracting Minors
UK.- August 10, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com In a recent ruling, Ladbrokes’ advertisements featuring tweets promoting tennis betting have been banned due to their potential appeal to those under 18 years of age. This...
Zona de Azar USA – Disney Sports Broadcaster ESPN in $2 Billion Deal to Launch Sports Betting
USA.- August 10, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com ESPN the sports broadcaster which is owned by Disney have announced a $2 billion deal with casino owner Penn Entertainment to launch ESPN Bet a new sports betting brand. Details...
Zona de Azar USA – JCM Global Brings Leading Automated Transaction Technologies to AGE 2023
USA.- August 10th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Gaming operators can plan their technology roadmaps to the future with JCM Global® (JCM) on stand 934 at AGE 2023. JCM will exhibit its leading transaction technologies that enhance...
Zona de Azar Brazil – Pragmatic Play Expands In Brazil With Beette Partnership
Brazil.- August 9th, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, is setting its sights on further expansion in Brazil after signing a multi-vertical deal with Beette. More...
Zona de Azar UK – Optimove Launches Enhanced Pulse Benchmark Tool for iGaming and Sports Betting
UK.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Optimove, the Customer-Led Marketing Platform and the leading CRM solution for the iGaming market, today announced the launch of its new and improved Pulse, an industry benchmark...
Zona de Azar Brazil – Operator KTO Joins International Betting Integrity Association
Brazil.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The KTO Group-owned sports betting company KTO has joined the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). This move meets Brazil’s regulatory requirement to join...
Zona de Azar USA – Light & Wonder Finalizes Agreement to Acquire Remaining SciPlay Shares
USA.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Light & Wonder announced it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 17% equity interest in SciPlay that it does not currently own. Light & Wonder will...
Zona de Azar USA – Bragg Gaming Announces Global Content Deal with PokerStars
USA.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Bragg Gaming Group has signed a global content distribution agreement with PokerStars, a Flutter Entertainment brand. PokerStars will integrate games from Bragg Gaming Group into...
Zona de Azar Switzerland – Stats Perform Seals Data Deal With SFL
Switzerland.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The Swiss Football League (SFL) has become the latest federation to choose sports AI and content giant Stats Perform, the home of renowned Opta data brand, as its official...
Zona de Azar UK – MERKUR UK Commence Phase 2 of Environmental Programme
UK.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Following the launch of its partnership with leading climate action platform Ecologi which saw it fund the planting of 25,000 trees, MERKUR UK has launched a second stream of environmental...
Zona de Azar Sweden – Gaming Corps Games will Go Live with Three SuprNation Brands
Sweden.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Up-and-coming Swedish games developer Gaming Corps will roll out its premium games suite across several more brands after agreeing a partnership with operator SuprNation. SuprNation,...
Zona de Azar Malta – Reevo Announces Partnership with RubyPlay
Malta.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Reevo has signed a deal with RubyPlay to integrate its slot titles into the Reevo aggregation platform. RubyPlay will join the 70+ other providers already available on the aggregation...
Zona de Azar USA – NFL Asks Congress to Help Combat Illegal Sports Betting
USA.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The National Football League (NFL) has responded via letter to Nevada Democrat Dina Titus, Co-Chair of the bipartisan gaming caucus, by detailing the league’s efforts to educate...
Zona de Azar USA – Digital Gaming Corporation Partners with FanDuel
USA.- August 09, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Digital Gaming Corporation’s (DGC) B2B iGaming division has partnered with FanDuel to operate across New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Michigan. DGC’s B2B iGaming Division has...
Zona de Azar Spain – Zitro Comments on the Relocation of Ice Show To Barcelona
Spain.- August 08, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Sebastian Salat, International President at Zitro comments on Clarion’s recent announcement of relocation of ICE from London to Barcelona: “Over the years, ICE London has...
Zona de Azar UK – Register iGB & Sportingtech Webinar: “Brazil: the Long Road to Legal Betting”
UK.- August 8th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The very first webinar tailored for the Brazilian market is here! Join us as we explore the journey of sports betting legalisation in Brazil over the past four years. 🕒 Time: 3...
Zona de Azar Israel – Optimove: Real-Time Sportsbook Marketing Approaches for Soccer Fan Engagement
Israel.- 8th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com From the World Cup in 2022, we learned that an average of 80% of all bets were placed via mobile – and when we look at live bets specifically, the average percentage of users...
Zona de Azar USA – FanDuel and PGA Tour Introduce New Live Betting Offering
USA.- August 8th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Golf fans will soon have more live gambling options than ever before under a new partnership announced Monday. Shot-by-shot live betting has arrived, the PGA Tour said. FanDuel announced...
Zona de Azar USA – AGA Unveils Inductees for 2023 Gaming Hall of Fame
USA.- August 8th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The American Gaming Association (AGA) Monday introduced the latest class of the Hall of Fame. The new inductees are: Bill Anoatubby, Governor, Chickasaw Nation Robert Miodunski,...
Zona de Azar Italy – NetBet Italy Partners with Inspired Entertainment Incorporated
Italy.- August 08, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com NetBet Italy, a leading online gambling platform in Italy, has announced a new partnership with Inspired Entertainment Incorporated (NASDAQ: INSE), a global supplier of content,...
Zona de Azar Malta – Future Anthem Celebrates Landmark after Analysing One Billion Game Sessions
Malta.- August 08, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Future Anthem, the pioneering AI and data science powerhouse, has reached a significant milestone after analysing more than one billion game sessions since the company was founded...
Zona de Azar Brazil – Salsa Technology Utilizes Salsa Gator to Provide Content for RSA
Brazil.- 08th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Salsa Technology, a proven expert in iGaming solutions, has unveiled a new strategic partnership. This time, the provider teamed up with RSA, a Brazilian sports betting platform...
Zona de Azar Malta – EvenBet Gaming Launches New Interactive Platform Features
Malta.- August 08, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Leading online gaming software developer EvenBet Gaming has unveiled a series of new interactive features to its poker platform, designed to make the overall experience more fun,...
Zona de Azar USA – Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Appoints New Director of Advertising & Public Relations
USA.- August 8th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Monday introduced Lindsey Lorelei as director of advertising, public relations, and community affairs. Lorelei will be in charge of...
Zona de Azar USA – White Hat Studios Expedites US Growth Following Partnership with Kindred Group
USA.- August 08, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com White Hat Studios, the fast-growing slots provider to the US iGaming market, has bolstered its reach in two states following a partnership with prominent operator Kindred Group. White...
Zona de Azar USA – Bally’s Chicago Temp Casino Launch Postponed by One Month
USA.- August 8th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Illinois gamblers anticipating Chicago’s first casino venue, a temporary establishment by Bally’s at the historic Medinah Temple (pictured), will now be waiting until September. The...
Zona de Azar Malta – Hub88 Enhances Sports Offering through TradeArt Collaboration
Malta.- August 08, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Hub88 has partnered with TradeArt, the next-generation odds trading platform, in a deal that will provide a strengthened sports betting offering to operators. The partnership...
Zona de Azar Malta – MGA Halts SFJL Holding Limited’s Authorization Temporarily
Malta.- 8th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The gambling regulator in Malta, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), announced a new sanction against a license holder in the country. The regulatory watchdog revealed Friday that...
Zona de Azar Curaçao – Get Ready for SiGMA Curaçao, 25-28 September, See Agenda Here!
Curaçao.- August 7th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com A new adventure is on its way, mark these dates: 25-28 September! SiGMA Curaçao will be hosted by the Minister of Finance of Curaçao, at the enchanting Curacao Marriott Beach...
Zona de Azar Malta – The Mill Adventure Extends its Partnership with Paysafe
Malta.- August 07, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Leading payments platform Paysafe and German-licensed iGaming platform The Mill Adventure announced an extended payments partnership which will see The Mill Adventure’s partner...
Zona de Azar USA – WynnBet has Unveiled its Latest Sports Betting App, Now Accessible in Six States
USA.- August 7th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com A major legal sports betting operator is improving its user experience. WynnBet has launched a new sports betting app, which allows users to wager using a single platform across all...
Zona de Azar Malta – Uplatform Unleashes the Buzz at SiGMA Asia 2023!
Malta.- 7th August 2023 www.zonadeazar.com SiGMA Asia 2023 brought together the best minds in the iGaming industry, and Uplatform stood out with its fantastic solutions and commitment to excellence. From the 19th to the...
Zona de Azar UK – Playtech Unveils “Jumanji: The Bonus Level” Inspired by Hollywood Movie
UK.- August 07, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Playtech, a global leader in the online gambling industry, has today announced the launch of Jumanji The Bonus Level, a new game that brings together the iconic Hollywood movie “Jumanji”...
Zona de Azar Canada – Betway Agrees to Sponsor the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers in Toronto
Canada.- August 07, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com Betway is now the Official Betting Partner of the competition, adding to its portfolio of sponsored tennis tournaments. Operator Betway had added the National Bank Open presented...
Zona de Azar UK – BlueOcean Gaming Enters into a Direct Partnership with Arcadem
UK.- August 07, 2023 www.zonadeazar.com After entering into a direct partnership deal, BlueOcean Gaming’s game aggregation platform Gamehub is all set to become a distribution channel for the entire Arcadem portfolio...