Gambling in the USA
Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – October 26-November1
Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! It was again an eventful week in the USA, despite the still-active virus attack.
Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news, new partnerships and new appointments. Read on and get updated.
Latest News
Score Digital Sports Ventures (theScore Bet), a subsidiary of Score Media and Gaming, has joined the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) as a Platinum Member. NCPG is a leading national organisation for people and their families who are affected by problem gambling and gambling addiction.
The Argentina government is going to impose a higher rate of tax on online gaming for the forthcoming year. The initiative from Minister of Finance Martín Guzmán, which increases taxes on online gambling from 2% to 5%, was included in next year’s draft budget.
North American organisation Cloud9 has announced the signing of an all-female VALORANT roster. The team formerly known as Team MAJKL will now compete as Cloud9 White. Moreover, the organisation’s all-male team will be rebranded to Cloud9 Blue.
John Levy, Founder and CEO, Score Media and Gaming Inc., joined his team and Dani Lipkin, Director, Global Business Development, TMX Group, to celebrate the company’s graduation from TSX Venture Exchange to Toronto Stock Exchange and open the market.
Nevada State Sen. Keith Pickard, President of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States, is leading an effort to expand the national organisation’s reputation as the primary source of best practices in gaming law and regulation.
Partnerships
The FanDuel Group has entered into a multi-year partnership with DC United and has become the exclusive sports betting sponsor of the club. The deal marks the first sports betting partnership for FanDuel with a Major League Soccer team.
Caesars Entertainment has expanded its partnership with IBS Software to transform digital distribution and sales across its entire portfolio of properties. Caesars is using IBS Software’s iHospitality distribution platform to provide real-time access to a global audience as it looks to fuel its recovery from the COVID-19 downturn. By centralising operations and extending reach, iHospitality allows Caesars Entertainment to reduce costs while increasing revenue.
The Detroit Red Wings has renewed and expanded its strategic partnership with BetMGM. As per the deal, BetMGM will continue to have an on-ice logo at Little Caesars Arena, along with in-venue signage, fan promotions and a sponsored presence on the Red Wings’ digital platforms. The District Detroit mobile app will also feature the BetMGM Stats Module, providing Red Wings fans access to betting odds and statistics next season.
New Appointments
Riot Games has appointed Jason Bunge as its first Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Jason brings years of experience in gaming and global product marketing at a time when Riot is making its transformation into a multi-game publisher.
eQube Gaming Limited has appointed Amy Janko as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective following regulatory approval. Ms. Janko brings more than eight years of senior financial accounting experience to the eQube team.
Acquisitions
Twin River Worldwide Holdings has entered into a deal to acquire the Tropicana Evansville casino operations from Caesars Entertainment. As part of the acquisition, Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (GLPI), a publicly traded gaming-focused real estate investment trust (REIT), will acquire the Evansville casino real estate for $340 million and lease it back to Twin River for $28 million/year in rent, subject to escalation.
Simplicity Esports and Gaming Company has signed definitive documents to acquire three additional franchisee-owned esports gaming centres in California and Washington. The closing of these acquisitions gives Simplicity a total of nine corporate-owned and 20 franchisee-owned gaming centres open and operational.
Compliance
Golden Matrix Group Inc. has entered into a software licence and services agreement with a leading sports betting software and trading services provider to market and distribute a white label sportsbook platform for online betting.
Powered by WPeMatico
The renowned Mexican operator Logrand has installed Zitro’s new CONCEPT cabinets and a selection of its latest games at the New York Casino in Monterrey.
Building on its global success, the CONCEPT cabinet line stands out for its Magic Lighting, immersing players in a synchronized light display, resulting in a unique sensory experience. Furthermore, the cabinet’s large Screen Deck blends comfort with intuitive functionality, optimizing the experience for players and operational teams.
The installation of the CONCEPT cabinets is complemented by the addition of the medieval-themed multi-game Legendary Sword, in which players can double their prizes through unique mechanics with the help of a magic sword.
On the other hand, Fairyland Quest takes players to an enchanted forest where Magic Mushrooms give access to a different bonus each, while a friendly Fairy will give a special bonus that doubles the playing area.
Juan David Baracaldo, Director of Operations and Product, highlighted: “The addition of Zitro’s CONCEPT cabinets is a great step to continue offering unique and high-quality experiences to our players. The unique combination of technology, spectacular graphics, and the experience these cabinets offer will further elevate our casino’s entertainment offering.”
For his part, Johnny Ortiz Viveiros, founder of Zitro, expressed: “We are very excited to strengthen our partnership with Logrand, a strategic partner that shares our vision of providing exceptional gaming experiences. The new CONCEPT cabinets and games like Legendary Sword and Fairyland Quest are just the beginning of what will transform how players enjoy entertainment.”
The post NEW YORK CASINO IN MEXICO WELCOMES CONCEPT AND NEW GAMES FROM ZITRO appeared first on Gaming and Gambling Industry in the Americas.
Sky River Casino has announced that an Elk Grove resident has won a whopping $511,311 while playing progressive blackjack on March 31, 2025. The Sky River Rewards member hit the big win after playing the table game for less than an hour.
“Our progressive table games and slot machines continue to be really hot here at Sky River Casino. Our players have had an impressive number of life-changing jackpots and our winning streak continues. We look forward to the next big win and welcome adults near and far to visit to explore and enjoy our high-energy atmosphere, lively promotions, exciting gaming, and unparalleled dining experiences,” said Michael J. Facenda, President of Sky River Casino.
The lucky local guest plans to use her winnings to renovate a kitchen and build a house back home.
“Without question, the best part of my job is watching our valued members and guests experience jaw dropping wins like this one. We all share in the incredible excitement that is absolutely contagious and can be felt throughout the casino,” said Charleen Ripley, VP of Casino Operations for Sky River Casino.
The post Sky River Casino Guest Wins Half-million Dollars Playing Progressive Blackjack appeared first on Gaming and Gambling Industry in the Americas.
Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.
Latest News
Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies celebrated the groundbreaking of the new LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL VIRGINIA in Petersburg. The milestone officially commences construction on a transformative project that will generate billions of dollars in economic benefits and spinoff development, create thousands of new jobs, and set a new standard for gaming, hotels and entertainment in the Commonwealth. Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia is part of a larger $1.4 billion master plan by the partnership, scheduled to be developed in phases, that will bring a world-class mixed-use resort destination to Petersburg. Executives from Bruce Smith Enterprise, The Cordish Companies and Cordish Gaming were joined by Petersburg City Mayor Sam Parham and members of Petersburg City Council, Virginia State Senator Lashrecse Aird, Virginia State Delegate Kim Taylor and many other business and community leaders at the project site in Petersburg.
For the second year in a row, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has been named a USA Today Top Workplaces Award Winner. Hard Rock Atlantic City ranked number 31 on the list of USA Today Top Workplaces Award Winners for 2025 in the category of large organisations, considered to be those with more than 2500 employees. Hard Rock Atlantic City is the highest-ranked casino on the list. In late 2024, more than 1000 Hard Rock Atlantic City team members participated in an anonymous survey administered by Energage, an independent human resources technology and research company behind the USA Today Top Workplaces employer recognition programme. USA Today first partnered with Energage in 2023 to identify, recognise and celebrate organisations prioritising people-first cultures. Top workplace awards have also been earned by Hard Rock Atlantic City’s corporate parent, Hard Rock International, which has been named one of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes in 2025 and for seven of the past eight years.
Partnerships
Amusnet announced the continued growth of its partnership with Meridianbet, now live in Brazil. This latest development adds to a strong presence in markets such as Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia, Congo, Cameroon, Kenya and Tanzania, where Amusnet’s games have already gained significant traction. Meridianbet.bet.br, players can find some of Amusnet’s top-notch games, such as Hot Deco, Extra Crown, Candy Palace, Stoichkov #8, Dancing Dead, Aztec Forest, 20 Golden Coins, Cavemen and Dinosaurs, and Cocktail Rush.
Quick Customer Intelligence (QCI) has deepened its partnership with Maropost, the leading provider of B2C ecommerce and retail technology. The partnership enables more meaningful and proactive communication between QCI’s casino clients and the casino guests. B2C companies are often bogged down by the expense and time spent managing technology tools, pulling focus away from the customer experience. Maropost enables QCI, and its casino clients, to stop focusing on tech and return their guests to the center of their business. Key to making this happen is Maropost’s “unified identifier” (UID). Casino operators can now use their own “player Ids” as Maropost’s UID, enabling a unified view of guest activity, even in cases of shared guest email addresses. Flexible UIDs result in improved tracking, engagement and personalised communications across multiple channels.
The post Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – March 24-30 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
-
Balkans4 days agoCT Gaming Expands in Macedonia with a Landmark Installation
-
AGCO5 days ago
Playnetic granted Ontario supplier license
-
BiS SiGMA Americas4 days ago
OKTO Sets New Standards in Digital Payments at BIS SIGMA Americas
-
Aristocrat Interactive4 days ago
Logifuture enters Mexico as Zoom Soccer via Aristocrat Interactive partnership
-
Asia3 days ago
ESFI’s Lokesh Suji Re-Elected as Asian Electronic Sports Federation VP, South Asia, Strengthening India’s Esports Leadership
-
Canada4 days ago
ELK Studios Expands Partnership with SkillOnNet to Ontario Market
-
Latest News5 days ago
SYNOT Games Introduces Dream Dial, a Brand-new Addition to PEAK
-
Latest News3 days ago
NOVOMATIC Argentina hosted a successful event with the ‘NOVOMATIC Experience’ during SAGSE 2025
