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AGA Statement on Revised Paycheck Protection Program Guidelines

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American Gaming Association President and CEO Bill Miller released the following statement on the revised interim regulatory guidelines that the Small Business Administration issued today for the Paycheck Protection Program:

“The Small Business Administration (SBA) released revised regulatory guidelines that will allow additional small businesses that derive revenue from legal gaming to participate in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). While these changes represent some progress, they fall woefully short of fully addressing antiquated, discriminatory policies that have, to date, restricted small gaming companies from accessing critical loan support made available through the CARES Act. As a result of this half-measure, small gaming businesses that have closed to comply with government orders will continue to be denied access to this critical lifeline to support their employees.

“The American Gaming Association (AGA) is grateful for the leadership of a significant group of bipartisan, bicameral members of Congress who have advocated tirelessly for equal treatment of small commercial and tribal gaming operations in their communities. As Congress seeks to put additional resources behind the PPP, we look forward to working with them to make it clear that ‘we are all in this together’ by rejecting the SBA’s dangerous view that gaming employees don’t deserve assistance during this unprecedented crisis.

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“The AGA will continue to strongly advocate for relief that supports the displaced gaming workforce and gaming companies of all sizes through this crisis.”

Background

  • Last Thursday, the AGA wrote President Trump regarding the Paycheck Protection Program.
  • Dozens of bipartisan members of Congress also called the administration and wrote letters regarding gaming’s exclusion from the program.
  • Casino gaming is vital to local small businesses, supporting 350,000 small business jobs and delivering $52 billion annually in small business revenue, including construction, manufacturing, retail, and wholesale firms.
  • All 989 commercial and tribal casino properties have shuttered their doors because of the COVID-19 pandemic. More than half of the 1.8 million jobs gaming supports are at non-gaming businesses, such as restaurants and local shops, which are all dramatically affected by a local casino’s closure.
  • In many states, gaming pays among the highest tax rates of any industry with $10.7 billion in gaming taxes and tribal revenue share payments that support fundamental and critical programs from infrastructure to education.

More information on COVID-19’s impact on U.S. casino industry workers and local communities is available here.

About the AGA

The American Gaming Association (AGA) is the premier national trade group representing the $261 billion U.S. casino industry, which supports 1.8 million jobs nationwide. AGA members include commercial and tribal casino operators, gaming suppliers, and other entities affiliated with the gaming industry. It is the mission of the AGA to achieve sound policies and regulations consistent with casino gaming’s modern appeal and vast economic contributions.

 

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IGT Wheel of Fortune and Online MegaJackpots Slots Award Three Million-Dollar-Plus Jackpots in April

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International Game Technology PLC announced that its Wheel of Fortune and MegaJackpots slots awarded a trio of million-dollar-plus jackpots in April.

Lucky slots players won the following million-dollar-plus jackpots last month:

  • On April 4, a Wheel of Fortune slots player won $1,794,169 playing Wheel of Fortune Double Diamond at the Nugget Casino Resort in Reno, Nev.
  • On April 11, a Wheel of Fortune slots player won $1,106,270 playing Wheel of Fortune Diamond Spins 2X Wilds at the Golden Nugget in Las Vegas, Nev.
  • On April 19, an online MegaJackpots slots player won $1,108,315 playing MegaJackpots JungleTower on FanDuel Casino in Michigan.
  • Wheel of Fortune slots have minted over 1100 millionaires and awarded over $3.5 billion in jackpots since their launch in 1996.
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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – May 20-26

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Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

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NHRA announced an exciting and landmark step forward for the company with the launch of PlayNHRA, an innovative new initiative that will provide fans opportunities to engage in fantasy games, gaming, and betting for NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series events. As part of PlayNHRA, NHRA’s partnerships with leading sports books and fantasy sports providers will enable fans to sign up for free and legally wager on national events and other outcomes in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.

The Miccosukee Casino & Resort is preparing to unveil a new and exclusive smoking casino section. The venue, located in the northwest corner of the property, is tailored for casino-goers who prefer to smoke while playing their favourite slots in a comfortable and refined indoor ambiance featuring 20-foot-tall ceilings.

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Greenlite Ventures Inc. has announced the signing of an Acquisition Agreement with No Limit Technology Holdings Inc. (NLTH), an emerging powerhouse in the Sports Betting arena. The Agreement is scheduled to be finalised following a 30–45-day due diligence period.

The Commerce Casino & Hotel has announced Jamie Gold as the Team Captain/Coach for The Commerce Casino & Hotel’s very own professional poker team for the upcoming WSOP 2023/2024 circuit in Los Angeles, as well as the 100 million dollar WSOP Main Event in Las Vegas this July. Gold, an iconic figure in the world of poker, brings his legendary expertise and wisdom to lead the team to victory.

Quick Custom Intelligence, a leading provider of innovative solutions for the gaming industry, has announced a significant milestone in its journey. With immense dedication to research and development (R&D) and a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction, QCI has expanded its presence in Nevada to over 75 sites. This achievement underscores QCI’s position as a trusted partner in the gaming community.

Michigan commercial and tribal operators reported a combined $234.8 million total internet gaming (iGaming) gross receipts and gross sports betting receipts in April. Gross receipts decreased 8.7% compared to last month.

Partnerships

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International Game Technology announced that its IGT PlaySports Trading Advisory Services Team is now supporting sports betting in Michigan via a new services agreement with the Lac Vieux Desert Northern Waters Casino & Resort in Watersmeet. In addition to now leveraging IGT PlaySports’ expertise for a range of trading-related services, Northern Waters has powered its sportsbook with IGT’s award-winning platform and self-service betting technology since 2021.

Mancala continues to go from strength to strength in the Brazilian online gaming market, with the announcement of another new partnership. This time the partnership has been created with leading platform provider, XSA Sports. A prominent name across the Brazilian igaming landscape, this new partnership will allow for even more users to play Mancala games in this up-and-coming market.

Pragmatic Play has expanded its Live Casino footprint across Peru after going live with major local operator, Atlantic City. The partnership sees Pragmatic Play’s full Live Casino portfolio integrated with the operator, enabling players in Peru to enjoy market-leading titles such as Blackjack, Roulette and Baccarat from the supplier’s award-winning portfolio.

The post Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – May 20-26 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

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SUPREMELAND GAMING WINS “SLOT TO DEBUT” AWARD AT CASINOBEATS GAME DEVELOPER AWARDS

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The iGaming Disruptors Achieve Sucess with Munition Mine™ as Part of 2024 Casino Beats Summit.

Supremeland Gaming, Inc. has emerged victorious with the “Slot to Debut” award at the 2024 CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards. The winning title, Munition Mine™, is the debut title from Powderkeg Studios, a Supremeland Gaming Studio.

The Game Developer Awards recognize outstanding achievement across the iGaming industry. The winners were announced on May 23rd, 2024, at a ceremony coinciding with the CasinoBeats Summit in Malta.

Rickard Öhrn, CEO of Supremeland Gaming, said: “This recognition is a testament to the hard work and creativity of our entire team, notably under the leadership of our creative director, Peter Wasielewski. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and engaging gaming experiences, and Munition Mine™ embodies that commitment. Thank you to the judges and our incredible players who have embraced this game with such enthusiasm.”

Supremeland Gaming has undergone tremendous growth recently, including a partnership with EveryMatrix. Through Powderkeg Studios, Supremeland Gaming will develop exclusive content on EveryMatrix technology. The partnership will also allow EveryMatrix to distribute these titles for the US market via its SlotMatrix aggregation platform.
Supremeland’s game portfolio has garnered international appeal since its debut in November 2023. The innovative brand promises cutting-edge slot play, combining immersive storytelling & state-of-the-art graphics.

For more information, visit supremeland.io.

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