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IGT Signs Multi-year Agreement with Authentic Brands Group

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  International Game Technology (IGT) has announced that it has signed a multi-year licensing agreement with Authentic Brands Group (ABG), a global brand development, marketing and entertainment company and owner of the Marilyn Monroe Estate, granting IGT licensing rights to develop and distribute Marilyn Monroe-themed, omnichannel lottery games. In addition to compelling instant tickets, innovative…

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Eyas Gaming partners with Crucial Compliance

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  Operator of popular MerkurSlots brand is using compliance specialist’s Crucial Player Protection system to protect at-risk players Eyas Gaming, the operator behind popular online casino brand MerkurSlots, has partnered with Crucial Compliance to mitigate player harm after recently making its debut in the UK market. Eyas Gaming is using the Crucial Player Protection (CPP)…

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UKGC publishes interim evaluation on the successful implementation of the ban on gambling with credit cards

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  An interim evaluation of the Gambling Commission’s credit card ban indicates the action is popular among consumers and has not resulted in harmful unintended consequences. The credit card ban was introduced in April 2020 to add another layer of protection for consumers and add friction to the process of gambling with borrowed money. Evidence revealed some…

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Four Louisiana Casinos Receive Sports Betting Licenses

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  Four state-licensed casinos in Louisiana were able to kick off sports betting at their locations Sunday, after winning approval for their licensing applications from state gambling regulators. Those four casinos are Harrah’s New Orleans, L’Auberge Casino in Baton Rouge, Horseshoe Casino in Bossier City, and Boomtown Casino in Harvey. Former New Orleans Saints quarterback…

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Ex-Unikrn compliance lead joins Douglas-based SolutionsHub

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  Blockchain and gambling advisory firm SolutionsHub has appointed Emma Shilling as Head of Compliance. She joins the Douglas-based company having previously worked as Senior Compliance Officer and DMLRO for esports-betting operator Unikrn, which was bought by Entain last month. Emma has almost 20 years’ experience in the finance sector, including in life assurance and…

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Kalamba Games granted MGA supplier licence

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    Kalamba Games has been granted a supplier licence by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) as it looks to grow even further in regulated markets. The licence will enable Kalamba Games to expand in numerous jurisdictions and is a testament to the supplier’s commitment to regulated markets. Kalamba offers a diverse and exciting games…

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