Sports betting giant FanDuel is seeking arbitration with co-founder and former chief executive officer Nigel Eccles, whom the company accuses of “repeatedly and flagrantly” breaching a separation agreement in 2017.In a letter sent to a New York judge earlier this week, FanDuel lawyers say Eccles act
To keep its global customers at the forefront of technology, Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has appointed Sangeeta Reddy as its new Vice President of Innovation. Previously, Reddy held the position of Vice President of Engineering and will now lead the newly created Innovation division of t
In February, the Mississippi Senate passed Sen. Joey Fillingane’s Senate Bill 2510 by a 51-0 vote. Fillingane’s bill called for increased criminal penalties for offering illegal online gambling in the state while banning online sweepstakes gaming as well.The Mississippi Senate became the first chamb
Australian-headquartered casino brand Stake is being sued in California for allegedly operating an illegal gambling website.The plaintiff, Dennis Boyle, is suing Sweepsteaks Limited, claiming Stake.us constitutes an illegal gambling website. The case alleges that Stake.us is in breach of California
Rumors have swirled around that one casino-hotel on the strip was laying off its employees.Those rumors have become true with Resorts World Las Vegas announcing Wednesday that the hotel has laid off 50 of its full-time employees.Resorts World confirmed this news in a statement that was sent to News
Joan Botts has more than a quarter in the gaming industry. Paragon Casino Resorts’ Vice President of Marketing in Marksville, Louisiana, has no regrets about her career path.“I fell in love with the business immediately,” Botts said. “The casino/resort/hospitality world is full of excitement and cha
Ulrik Bengtsson has big shoes to fill as he steps into the CEO role at Sun International, succeeding Anthony Leeming effective July 1, or earlier pending his work permit.Leeming, 55, will retire early on December 31 after 26 years with the hospitality and gambling group, including eight as CEO. Leem
His proven track record in fostering high-value partnerships across regulated markets will be invaluable in moving forward GiG’s commercial strategy. Recently, important iGaming provider GiG Software Plc (GiG) communicated the designation of Andy Evers as its new Senior Vice President of Commercial,
Legends Bay Casino in Sparks, Nevada, on Tuesday appointed Ben Douglass as General Manager.A fourth-generation Nevadan with roots in the Reno area, Douglass has more than 18 years of hospitality and gaming experience.“I’m thrilled to return to Northern Nevada, the city where I grew up, and to join t
LNW Gaming to Shut Down Michigan Facility, Lay Off WorkersLight & Wonder subsidiary LNW Gaming has announced that it will be shutting down a facility in Michigan. This will lead to layoffs, which will affect roughly 100 employees, according to a filing by the company.Layoffs Are Upcoming As outl
Sweden-based igaming software solutions provider Cubeia has appointed Caroline Björkman as its head of sales. The company’s growth strategy is currently centred around Latin America, where it is to open a new office in Costa Rica. The initiative is being led by Björkman and Cubeia’s chief commerc
Andy Hendrickson Resigns from CTO Role at AristocratThe global entertainment and gaming content company, Aristocrat Leisure Limited, announced changes to its senior-level management team. On Wednesday this week, the company confirmed that its chief technology officer, Andy Hendrickson, has taken the
BetMGM Announces Layoffs Amid Growing Market ChallengesBetMGM, a top player in the online gambling world, has said it will cut 83 jobs at its main office in Jersey City, New Jersey. The job cuts will start on May 27, as the company deals with slower growth in sports betting and tougher competition f
The first half of this year has been a “whirlwind” for Booming Games, with new licences, new products and new partnerships all keeping the team busy. But according to Head of Sales Aaron Axisa, the second half of the year is going to be even more jam-packed with big announcements.Chatting to CasinoB
Lottery.com Acquires PlusEVO’s Spektrum Tech Platform for $1.5MLottery.com, a provider of technology to the digital lottery and sports betting industries, has unveiled a major acquisition agreement that will support its launch and global expansion. According to the announcement, Lottery.com will acq
PrizePicks Becomes First DFS Operator to Secure NCPG’s iCAP AccreditationNorth American daily fantasy sports leader PrizePicks announced that it has secured a major responsible gaming recognition just in time for National Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM).PrizePicks Just Made HistoryPrizePicks