Gustaf Hagman steps down as LeoVegas CEO
Gustaf Hagman steps down as LeoVegas CEO Summary Gustaf Hagman, the founder and long-serving CEO of LeoVegas, has announced his departure after 14 impactful years. He co-founded the company in 2011 and has seen it expand significantly across European markets. Mattias Wedar, previously deputy CEO and chief technology officer, will take over as CEO. Source: […]
Germany Interstate Treaty update could solve deposit limit and IP blocking struggles
Germany Interstate Treaty update could solve deposit limit and IP blocking struggles Summary An update to Germany’s Interstate Treaty is in the works, aiming to address various issues such as deposit limits and IP blocking for online gaming. DOCV and local lawyer Michelle Hembury highlighted these changes during a recent webinar, stating that the GGL […]
Connecticut Gov. Lamont Signs Online Sweeps Ban Into Law
Connecticut Gov. Lamont Signs Online Sweeps Ban Into Law Summary Connecticut has officially joined the ranks of states banning online sweepstakes casinos, as Governor Ned Lamont signed SB 1235 into law. This important legislation is part of broader changes in gaming regulations in the state, aimed at addressing the issue of unregulated online gambling. The […]
New EU Deal Protects Gibraltar’s Gambling Industry, Says Trade Minister
New EU Deal Protects Gibraltar’s Gambling Industry, Says Trade Minister Summary Nigel Feetham, the trade minister, has stated that a new agreement between the UK and the EU has safeguarded Gibraltar’s gambling sector. He highlighted that without this deal, tax revenue and jobs would have faced significant threats due to border checks with Spain. Source: […]
Bloomberry Resorts appoints Gregory Hawkins as new President and COO
Bloomberry Resorts appoints Gregory Hawkins as new President and COO Summary The Board of Directors of Bloomberry Resorts has appointed Gregory Francis Hawkins as Director, President, and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Hawkins has been with the company since February 2025 as acting COO and brings extensive gaming industry experience, having worked with major players like […]
Bally’s New York casino rezoning clears state legislature
Bally’s New York casino rezoning clears state legislature Summary Bally’s New York casino proposal has taken a significant step forward as the New York state legislature has passed crucial rezoning legislation. With the New York City Council’s approval already in place, Bally’s is now just a signature away from advancing its $4 billion casino-resort plan […]
Ainsworth comments on historical investigations into CEO Harald Neumann
Ainsworth comments on historical investigations into CEO Harald Neumann Summary Ainsworth Game Technology has addressed recent media speculation surrounding investigations into CEO Harald Neumann and the company’s controlling shareholder, Novomatic AG. The investigations, initiated by the Austrian Economic and Corruption Prosecutor’s Office in 2019, involve over 100 individuals. Ainsworth has communicated regularly with gaming regulators […]
Westgate Casino Marks Elvis Presley’s 90th Birthday With Revamped 1,226sqm Las Vegas Villa
Westgate Casino Marks Elvis Presley’s 90th Birthday With Revamped 1,226sqm Las Vegas Villa Summary The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has unveiled the newly revamped Imperial Sky Villa, former home of the legendary Elvis Presley, which reopens in time to celebrate his 90th birthday. This beautifully designed villa spans over 1,226 square metres and […]
New EU deal protects Gibraltar’s gambling industry, says trade minister
New EU deal protects Gibraltar’s gambling industry, says trade minister Summary Nigel Feetham, the trade minister of Gibraltar, has stated that a new agreement between the UK and the EU will safeguard Gibraltar’s gambling sector. He emphasised that without this deal, the imposition of border checks between Gibraltar and Spain could have jeopardised crucial tax […]
Bally’s New York Casino Rezoning Clears State Legislature
Bally’s New York Casino Rezoning Clears State Legislature Summary Bally’s is one step closer to making its Bronx casino dream a reality, as the New York state senate and assembly have passed crucial rezoning legislation. This approval paves the way for Bally’s to bid for one of the three available downstate casino licences, with a […]
