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IGT confirms shutdown of ETG division in 2027 to ‘focus on core business priorities’

In March, IGT unveiled intentions to reduce its global workforce by approximately 700 employees ‘to align resources with business priorities and streamline operations.’

2 min read • Jul 15 • By Kirk Geller

New York Supreme Court denies FanDuel’s motion to dismiss lawsuit from former shareholders

According to FanDuel Co-Founder and former CEO Nigel Eccles, the operator’s Board 'fraudulently used an artificially low valuation… to wipe out the common shareholders.'

2 min read • Jul 15 • By Kirk Geller

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

Nuri Katz: Read the law; don’t base advice on advertisements or promotions

Nuri Katz, CEO managing the Nevis Online Gaming Authority, tells us everything we need to know about the Nevis gaming license.

6 min read • Jul 15 • By Tim Poole

Legal & Regulatory iGaming + 3 more

ThrillTech secures Ontario supplier licence

ThrillTech has secured a Gaming-Related Supplier licence from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), enabling the jackpot technology provider to supply its side-bet solutions to operators across one of North America's largest regulated gambling markets.

1 min read • Jul 15 • By Jack Found

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 2 more

Mexico: Jalisco proposes tougher penalties for gambling involving minors

The Mexican state of Jalisco is preparing legislative reforms that would strengthen safeguards against underage gambling through tougher penalties and a clearer legal framework.

1 min read • Jul 15 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 4 more

Merkur Group announces acquisition of White Hat Studios

The group has outlined that this move reflects the next phase in its US expansion strategy.

1 min read • Jul 15 • By Will Underwood

Appointments CSR + 2 more

Toucan Gaming CEO Stan Guidroz promoted to Accel Entertainment COO

Guidroz has served as CEO of Accel’s Toucan Gaming subsidiary since 2021, where he has ‘built a growing Louisiana route and overseen a series of disciplined, accretive acquisitions.’

2 min read • Jul 14 • By Kirk Geller

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 4 more

Detroit casino, retail sports betting revenue increases 1.6% to $102.7m for June

Slot machine and table game revenue for Detroit casinos rose 1.5% year-over-year for a total of $101.8m, while retail sports betting revenue reached $837,681 and increased 25.6%.

1 min read • Jul 14 • By Kirk Geller

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 3 more

ADG accepting new limited event wagering license applications on August 13

Arizona’s decision to introduce new limited event wagering licenses follows North Carolina’s recognition of the CFTC’s ‘exclusive’ authority over prediction market operators.

2 min read • Jul 14 • By Kirk Geller