Gambling in the USA
The Board of Directors of Greenwood Racing, Inc. Appoint New CEO
The Board of Directors of Greenwood Racing, Inc. are pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Hausler as Chief Executive Officer effective Jan. 20, 2020, subject to approval and licensing by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.
Most recently, Hausler served as Director of VICI Properties Inc., one of the country’s largest REITs and owners of multiple gaming, hospitality and entertainment properties. Prior to that, Hausler held the position of Chief Executive Officer of Isle of Capri Casinos Inc, having previously served that Company as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Strategic Officer and Senior Vice President – Strategic Initiatives.
Eric Hausler also has experience in the New Jersey Gaming market and in the investment banking industry, having served as Senior Vice President of Development for Trump Entertainment Resorts, Inc. and in various capacities with Bear Stearns & Co. Inc., Susquehanna Financial Group and Deutsche Bank Securities Inc.
Hausler holds a Bachelor’s degree from Binghamton University and a Master’s degree from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. His leadership experience in gaming and entertainment, real estate, capital markets and mergers and acquisitions will be invaluable to the achievement of the Company’s expansion and business objectives in the coming years.
Flowplay LLC
Flowplay Launches Imperial Treasures Casino in Pennsylvania Real Money Gaming Market
Flowplay LLC announced the launch of Imperial Treasures Casino into the Pennsylvania Real Money Gaming (RMG) market as an affiliate of Wind Creek Bethlehem, marking the company’s first regulated U.S. market entry.
With more than 17 years of experience delivering social gaming and interactive entertainment to millions of players worldwide, Flowplay has built a world-class iGaming Player Account Management (PAM) platform to support Imperial Treasures Casino and its long-term digital gaming strategy. The Pennsylvania launch represents a significant milestone as the company transitions from social gaming leader to regulated real money gaming.
Flowplay was acquired by Wind Creek Hospitality in 2021, strengthening its position within the regulated gaming sector and aligning its technology-driven expertise with a globally recognized gaming and hospitality operator.
Imperial Treasures Casino received regulatory approval from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) earlier in the month. Flowplay credited the PGCB for its thorough and collaborative oversight throughout both the licensing and PAM approval processes.
Imperial Treasures Casino features premium content from leading game providers, including AGS, ODDSworks, Evolution, and Slingo, with additional integrations underway to further expand its portfolio of games and live dealer experiences.
To ensure a secure, compliant, and seamless player experience, Flowplay partnered with best-in-class technology and service providers, including:
• Radar for geolocation services
• GambleID for Know Your Customer (KYC) Verification and Insight
• Kinectify for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
• PayNearMe for Payment Experience Management
• Incline Gaming for Marketing Support
• BMM Testlabs as the Independent Testing Laboratory for the Platform.
“Flowplay, a Wind Creek Hospitality company, is proud to offer our Imperial Treasures Casino to the Pennsylvania gaming market, where we have developed a world-class platform and gaming experience for our customers to enjoy and be entertained,” said Mike Ornstein, Vice President of Real Money Gaming Operations at Flowplay.
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Gambling in the USA
Spirit Lake Casino & Resort Claims The Title Of North Dakota’s Luckiest Native American Casino
Native American casinos in North Dakota play a vital role in strengthening tribal economies and supporting communities across the state.
According to a study by Gambling.com, Spirit Lake Casino & Resort has been crowned as the Luckiest Native American Casino in North Dakota with a Lucky Review Percentage of 21.8%.
In #2 is the 4 Bears Casino & Lodge with a score of just 6.1% – the casino has over 700 machines to choose from along with stunning views of Lake Sakakawea.
In #3 we have the Prairie Knights Casino & Resort (4.6%). It has over 600 slot machines, an array of classic and modern table games, blackjack, bonus craps and roulette.
Native American casinos in North Dakota play a vital role in strengthening tribal economies and supporting communities across the state. They are operated by sovereign tribal nations, including the Spirit Lake Nation, the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, and the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation.
Within the state, casinos provide high-quality entertainment while generating critical revenue for essential services – healthcare, education, housing, infrastructure and cultural preservation initiatives. They also continue to drive sustainable economic development while honoring the traditions and sovereignty of the tribes they represent.
Based on the clear importance and impact of Native American casinos in North Dakota, Gambling.com wanted to work out which one is the luckiest. To calculate this, the Gambling.com team analyzed Tripadvisor reviews of the four Native American casinos in the state for these four keywords: luck, lucky, win and winning.
We then calculated the percentage of reviews with “lucky” keywords that each casino received, before finally ranking them by their Lucky Review Percentage.
Spirit Lake Casino & Resort Is The Luckiest In North Dakota
Located on the scenic shores of Devils Lake, Spirit Lake Casino & Resort was established in 1996. The casino spans 49,000 square feet and serves as a vital part of the local economy, offering gaming, dining and entertainment.
Rooted in rich history and culture, the Spirit Lake Casino & Resort dominated our lucky rankings with a Lucky Review Percentage of 21.8%.
In #2 is the 4 Bears Casino & Lodge with a score of just 6.1% – the casino has over 700 machines to choose from along with stunning views of Lake Sakakawea. Finally, to finish the Top Three we have the Prairie Knights Casino & Resort (4.6%). It has over 600 slot machines, an array of classic and modern table games, blackjack, bonus craps and roulette.
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Canada
Wazdan’s North American Growth Accelerates Following FanDuel Alliance
Wazdan, the player-centric developer, has further strengthened its notable North American presence by forming a partnership with FanDuel, a top iGaming company in the area.
The deal represents a crucial milestone in Wazdan’s continuous global growth, as FanDuel introduces two feature-packed games at the same time in Ontario and Michigan, enabled by Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform.
In Ontario, gamers can experience Mighty Fish: Blue Marlin and 36 Coins, two games that highlight Wazdan’s distinctive blend of familiar themes and performance-focused mechanics. In Michigan, 12 Bells and Hot Slot: 777 Crown will offer players captivating gameplay designs centered on clarity, rhythm, and extensive features.
After the initial launch, FanDuel’s famous iGaming platform, FanDuel Casino, will have its collection expanded by a wide array of new slot games, each meticulously selected to include various Wazdan features that enhance player engagement like Cash Infinity
, Hold the Jackpot, and Sticky to Infinity
, all aimed at increasing entertainment and providing tangible growth for operators.
The newest expansion capitalizes on Wazdan’s progress in North America, succeeding in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and previous entries into West Virginia.
Radka Bacheva, Head of Sales at Wazdan, said: “Partnering with FanDuel represents a major milestone in Wazdan’s North American growth strategy and underlines the strong demand for our engagement-driven portfolio across regulated markets.
“FanDuel’s reach and reputation make them an ideal partner, and launching simultaneously in Ontario and Michigan is a powerful way to introduce our games to new audiences. We are confident that our feature-rich titles and proven mechanics will resonate strongly with players and deliver tangible value for FanDuel as we continue to scale our presence across the region.”
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