DraftKings closes NFT business amid legal troubles
WEBAug 1, 2024 · Sports gambling giant DraftKings is shutting down its non-fungible token (NFT) business following recent legal challenges. The decision comes just a week after the company sold its streaming outlet VSiN back to Musburger Media, signaling a broader downsizing strategy.. The closure of DraftKings' NFT marketplace, known as …
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Wynn, Related unveil $12 billion Hudson Yards casino plan details
WEBAug 30, 2024 · Related Companies and Wynn Resorts have unveiled new details of their planned $12 billion casino complex in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards, as part of their joint proposal to secure one of New York State’s downstate casino licenses.The development, dubbed Wynn New York City, would feature an 80-story tower with a gaming facility, …
MGM China eyes expansion into Thailand's gaming market
WEBAug 6, 2024 · MGM China is set to explore opportunities in Thailand’s emerging gaming industry, the CEO and President of MGM Resorts International, Bill Hornbuckle, confirmed. During a recent earnings call discussing MGM’s second-quarter performance, Hornbuckle revealed that he and Pansy Ho, Chair and Executive Director of MGM China, plan to …
Saskatchewan's Northern Lights Casino announce multimillion …
WEBAug 29, 2024 · The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority has unveiled plans for a multimillion-dollar expansion project of the Northern Lights Casino in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.The project will increase the current gaming floor square footage and make major changes to the interior and exterior of the casino, according to a press release.
PENN Entertainment to rebrand eight retail sportsbook to ESPN …
WEBAug 9, 2024 · The 10-year deal to leverage the ESPN brand costs Penn $1.5 billion. The sportsbook is now live in 18 states, with the 19th on the way via New York. While the brand saw a strong debut in its first months of operations, Penn now struggles to gain meaningful market share in the US. ESPN Bet today is estimated to command just 4% of the legal ...
Tropicana demolition progresses as Bally's executive receives
WEBAug 9, 2024 · The demolition of Las Vegas' Tropicana Resort is progressing as planned, according to Bally’s Corp. executive Arik Knowles.During a Wednesday meeting with the Nevada Gaming Control Board, Knowles, who will oversee the October demolition and the subsequent development of a $1.5 billion resort and baseball stadium, provided an …
Pragmatic Play launches new 5x4 slot Running Sushi
WEBAug 9, 2024 · Featuring collection mechanic. iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has announced the launch of its latest slot, Running Sushi. "In this 5x4 trip to a sushi bar, delicacies such as chili miso, soy sauce, and shrimp can form winning combinations when 3-5 instances of the same symbol land on the reels," the company said of the game's …
Entain focuses on growth in Brazil amid regulatory challenges
WEBAug 9, 2024 · Entain executives highlighted Brazil as a key driver of its “transformational” year in conversation with analysts on Thursday.The company has reported notable growth in the South American country, with its net gaming revenue (NGR) accelerating by 48% year-on-year in Q2 2024, marking the region as its fastest-growing market.
Rush Street Interactive launches new rewards program with …
WEBAug 28, 2024 · In parallel with the revamped loyalty program, Rush Street Interactive has released a new, streamlined user interface giving players a central location to view everything related to iRush Rewards. The new loyalty interfaces allow players to view and track from a single location their status, points, and advancement toward higher levels …