Casino News Roundup for December 10: Global Gambling Industry Updates

Mark your calendars! The Borgata Winter Poker Open (BWPO) will run from January 2-16, 2024, with over $5 million in total guarantees across 32 main events. 

This event caters to poker enthusiasts of all levels in New Jersey, Michigan and Pennsylvania, featuring a variety of buy-ins and eleven live streams. Online qualifiers begin December 9, with real-time registration exclusively through BetMGM Poker.  

Angus Nisbet, VP of Gaming at BetMGM, emphasized the event's significance, especially after the recent merger of the New Jersey and Michigan player pools, providing players an exciting opportunity to compete for million-dollar tournaments. 

Delasport has entered a strategic partnership with Betable Group to expand their reach in the UK and Asia's second largest gambling market, Philippines. 

This collaboration will grant Betable Group brands access to Delasport's robust sportsbook solution, enhancing player experiences across both markets.

Sorcha Waters, 35, pleaded guilty to assaulting a casino staff member in Cork City, with the case now focusing on restorative justice. 

Judge Mary Dorgan highlighted the need for addressing the victim's impact and exploring a path to resolution through treatment and compensation. 

The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) has taken legal action against the Christchurch Casino for alleged non-compliance with anti-money laundering laws. 

The allegations pertain to failures in implementing adequate policies and controls between December 2018 and December 2023. The DIA emphasizes the significant risks casinos face if they do not uphold regulatory standards. 

A new report from HTF Market Intelligence predicts that the online bingo games market will experience a CAGR of 12.4%, with a projected market size of $10 billion by 2032. 

Key players anticipating robust growth include Betsson, LeoVegas, Sky Bingo, and Gala Bingo. 

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson is embroiled in a legal dispute with a UK gambling company over an alleged contract breach linked to a promotional deal. 

The lawsuit alleges Tyson cancelled a $2 million agreement with Medier, claiming his company acted first. The outcome may set significant precedents for contractual relationships in sports entertainment. 

Senators Mike Lee and Peter Welch have urged the FTC to investigate DraftKings and FanDuel for allegedly suppressing competition in the online sports betting market. 

Concerns have been raised regarding the companies' coordinated efforts that may jeopardize fair market practices, especially following the FTC's rejection of their merger. 

In a move to accelerate growth, BetMGM has appointed Casey Hurbis as their new Chief Marketing Officer. 

With 30 years of consumer marketing experience, including success with Rocket Mortgage, Hurbis aims to drive innovative engagement and enhance brand visibility in the competitive iGaming and sports betting landscape.