Gambling in the USA
Illegal Gambling Opponents Call on State, County Health Departments to Order Immediate Shutdown of ‘Games of Skill’ Machines
An advocacy group battling against the explosion of illegal gambling across Pennsylvania is calling for an immediate shutdown of so-called ‘games of skill’ due to public health concerns related to spread of Coronavirus.
The unregulated and illegal machines, which have proliferated in gas stations, corner stores, restaurants, clubs and bars throughout Pennsylvania, pose risk as conduits of the Coronavirus. The National Institutes of Health this week released a study that found that virus that causes coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is stable for several hours to days on surfaces. The scientists found that the virus survives for up to two to three days on plastic and stainless steel.
“At a time in which Pennsylvania casinos have made the difficult but appropriate decision to shut down to protect the health of their patrons, employees, and the public, these machines continue to attract gamblers of all ages,” said Peter Shelly, spokesperson for Pennsylvanians Against Illegal Gambling (PAIG). “You don’t have to be a health expert to know that the extended period of times in which players interact with these machines could accelerate the spread of Coronavirus to some of our most vulnerable citizens.”
PAIG is calling on the Pennsylvania Department of Health as well as county health departments throughout the Commonwealth to order business owners to immediately shut down any machines operating in their establishments.
While Gov. Tom Wolf has ordered the closure of non-essential businesses, many of these machines exist in businesses that remain open because they offer essential products and services. Shelly noted that the Governor’s order (issued on March 19) mandates that “Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries” must close.
Shelly emphasized that the emerging threat underscores the risks associated with unregulated gambling, which likely is being magnified by gamblers having fewer options amid the crisis.
The estimated 20,000 illegal machines operating in Pennsylvania divert revenues from the Pennsylvania Lottery that provide vital programs for older Pennsylvanians as well as casino revenues, a portion of which is distributed to counties for public improvement projects and programs.
Lottery officials recently testified that the machines could divert $200 million in funding this year for senior centers, low-cost prescription drugs, and programs such as Meals on Wheels. Lottery officials estimate that for every games of skill machine placed in a Lottery retailer, the Lottery loses approximately $2,284 per machine per month.
“With casinos shuttered and Pennsylvanians making the wise choice to stay at home we are already facing a perfect-storm scenario that will negatively impact revenues available to help older Pennsylvanians and our communities,” Shelly said. “The continued operation of these machines pose enormous risks to the short-term health of Pennsylvanians and the long-term health and stability of the entire Commonwealth.”
SOURCE: Pennsylvanians Against Illegal Gambling
Andre Medeiros
Greentube expands Latin American footprint with Brazino777 partnership
Greentube, the NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, has strengthened its presence in Latin America after partnering with Brazino777, an online casino and sports betting brand known for its player-first experience and fast withdrawals, to roll out a selection of its top-performing titles to the Brazilian market.
Following the agreement, Greentubeâs platform is now live with Brazino777 in Brazil, marking an important milestone in the supplierâs regional growth strategy and reinforcing its commitment to delivering market-relevant content in newly regulated jurisdictions.
As part of the collaboration, Brazino777 players can enjoy some of Greentubeâs most popular new releases, including Piggy Prizes
:Wand of Riches
2, Trinity Treasures
Wukong Buy Bonus, and Caichen Triple Blossom.
Alongside these titles, a curated selection of Greentubeâs iconic classic games have also been integrated, including Book of Ra
deluxe, Diamond Link
: Mighty Sevens, and Cash Connection
â Golden Sizzling Hot
.
These games were selected for their proven performance in regulated markets and their strong appeal to Brazilian players, making them an ideal fit for Brazino777âs growing casino offering.
Now, with Brazilâs regulated online gaming landscape offering fresh opportunities, the collaboration is well positioned to reach new heights as the region continues to thrive.
Greentubeâs latest Brazilian partnership further reinforces its strategic focus on Latin America as a key growth market. With a diverse portfolio of innovative slots and well-established fan favourites, the company continues to strengthen its position as a leading supplier worldwide.
Wilson Francisco, Sales and Key Account Manage at Greentube, said:Â âOur launch with Brazino777 is a major step forward for our strategy in Brazil. Their deep understanding of the local audience, paired with Greentubeâs commitment to delivering top-performing, culturally relevant content, is a powerful combination.
âWeâre confident that this partnership will elevate the player experience and help set new standards in the market.â
Andre Medeiros, Country Manager for BrazilâŻat Brazino777, said: âGreentubeâs portfolio is recognised globally for its quality, performance and player appeal. As a brand rooted in Brazilian culture, Brazino777âs focus is simple: a fun, smooth experience our community can enjoy every day.
âPartnering with Greentube reinforces that promise by expanding the entertainment options available to our players in Brazil.â
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Xpoint secures new growth funding to supercharge geolocation innovation for real money gaming
Bettor Capital leads the round as Xpoint accelerates product development and global deployment
Xpoint, a leading geolocation and compliance technology partner to the online realâmoney gaming industry, today announced a fresh investment round led by existing investor Bettor Capital.
The capital will fastâtrack Xpointâs R&D roadmap and expand its product and engineering teams, accelerating delivery of nextâgeneration capabilities to operators worldwide.
Built for gaming from the ground up, Xpointâs adaptable platform combines fast, accurate precision geofencing with advanced fraud detection to stop spoofing, block unauthorized wagers, and surface suspicious activity in real time, helping operators launch and scale confidently in online real-money gaming markets.
With flexible integration and rapid deployment tailored to sportsbook, iCasino, lottery, DFS, and sweepstakes use cases, Xpoint provides audit ready compliance automation across multi state and international markets. The platform also offers unique, patent-pending algorithms at jurisdictional borders to protect revenues and reduce player friction and drop off.
Xpointâs recent momentum includes successful active and pending deployments with leading brands such as bet365 and PrizePicks in North America, with more to be announced soon. Xpoint is also live with clients in Brazil and the UAE, including the UAE Lottery and Play971, the first regulated online gaming and sports betting entity in the region.
âThis new funding lands at the perfect time for our growth,â said Manu Gambhir, CEO of Xpoint. âWeâre scaling up our teams to ship a wave of new capabilities that help operators defeat location spoofing, streamline compliance, and convert more good usersâwithout compromising on precision, scale, or speed.â
âWe are delighted to significantly increase our commitment to Xpoint to accelerate product development and deploymentâ, added David VanEgmond, Founder and Managing Partner at Bettor Capital, âIn this industry, robust regulatory and compliance technology is absolutely essential, and Xpoint has proven to consistently deliver substantial value to a growing roster of real-money online gaming operators.â
New Jerseyâbased Bettor Capital is a venture capital firm specializing in earlyâstage investments in technology companies within the realâmoney online gaming ecosystem. Bettor Capital was among Xpointâs first institutional backers and has increased its investment over time.
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Andrzej Hyla Chief Commercial Officer at Wazdan
Wazdan strengthens US footprint with launch on Caesars Entertainmentâs online casino platforms in West Virginia
Wazdan today announced it has strengthened its North American presence with a new launch in West Virginia across Caesars Entertainmentâs marquee online casino platforms, including Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino.
Facilitated by the Light & Wonder aggregation platform, the collaboration sees Wazdan titles go live on Caesarsâ online gaming platforms serving players across the Mountain State.
West Virginia players can now access a selection of Wazdanâs top-performing releases, including 9 Coins
Grand Gold Edition, Magic Spins
and Hot Slot
: 777 Crown, alongside the supplierâs signature engagement-boosting mechanics such as Cash Infinity
, Hold the Jackpot and Sticky to Infinity
, with each designed to elevate entertainment and deliver measurable growth for operators.
The latest expansion marks another key step for Wazdan in North America, following successful deployments across Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and earlier entries into West Virginia.
Andrzej Hyla, Chief Commercial Officer at Wazdan, said: âLaunching with Caesars Entertainment in West Virginia is a fantastic achievement for our team and a pivotal moment in our US strategy.
âCaesars is one of the most recognisable names in gaming and bringing our top titles to their online casino brands, via Light & Wonder, allows us to further broaden our reach while delivering the innovative experiences players have come to expect from Wazdan.â
Ricardo Cornejo Rivas, Vice President of Online Gaming at Caesars Digital, said: âIntroducing Wazdanâs popular slot titles to our online casino players in West Virginia furthers our continued commitment to providing the best possible user experience.
âThis addition expands our library of premium titles, which we look forward to offering across our online casino platforms in the Mountain State.â
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