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We are back with our weekly update of American gambling news! We will be reviewing the highlights of the American gambling sector, including the latest news, new partnerships and more. Keep up to date by reading on.
Latest News
The International Association of Gaming Advisors will hold its 41st International Gaming Summit from Monday, May 27, 2024 through Thursday, may 30, 2024, at The Ritz-Carlton Washington D.C. The Summit is a premier gathering that brings leaders together from all gaming sectors. It will give operators, suppliers and advisors, including attorneys, investors and bankers, a unique opportunity to discuss and meet the most pressing issues in gaming.
MarkerTrax is a leading provider of cashless payment solutions to the gambling industry. It has appointed John Henderson as SVP, Operations. Henderson is an energetic, seasoned industry veteran with more than 40 years of experience in leading companies that are looking to innovate and grow their market share.
Jackpot Digital is a leading producer of electronic multiplayer dealerless Poker tables. It announced that its Jackpot Blitz Casino Machines have been installed at Chukchansi Gold Resort & casino, located in Coarsegold.
Affinity Interactive announced Scott Butera’s appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer. This is effective immediately. Butera brings to this pivotal role over 30 years’ experience in gaming and hospitality, media, entertainment, and sports. He was most recently the head of AI’s Sports Information Group. Mr. Butera’s new role will see him set strategy and oversee the operations of the Company’s diverse portfolio of casino resorts in Nevada, Missouri, and Iowa.
North Star Network acquired Um Dois Esportes in 2020, a sports analysis and coverage site that was created by merging Gazeta Do Parana and Tribuna do Parana. Um Dois Esportes’ acquisition by NSN is its fourth in 2024. It follows the purchase of UK-based SportsMole, MrFixitsTips and Chilean website AlAireLibre announced in March.
Hollywood Casino Greektown has unveiled a new ESPN BET-branded sportsbook on the top floor of its 100,000-square foot Downtown Detroit casino. This is the first ESPN BET retail location in PENN Entertainment (PENN’s) portfolio.
Partnerships
Above The Felt is the leading poker, gaming, and marketing agency. They have announced a partnership to open a state-of the-art poker room at the Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, this May. This partnership marks an important experiential poker event for the Mid-West US. It brings together top players, personalities, and content creators, with regional players to create a memorable poker room grand-opening.
SCCG management is a leading advisor in the global gaming sector. They have announced a strategic alliance with Comm100. Comm100 is a pioneer of AI-powered omnichannel communications. This partnership marks a turning point in the gaming industry, as it looks to revolutionise customer service and player engagement through 24/7 communication.
Betano, the Brazilian Football Confederation and CBF (Confederacao Brasileira de Futebol), announced a partnership in which Betano will become the main sponsor and the exclusive betting partner for Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A. The competition will now be called Brasileirao betano, starting with the 2024 season that began on April 14th.
