iGaming Industry
Joan Barron says Locals are controlling gambling in Wyoming
Because of differing cultures, Wyoming’s cities, towns and counties are in the best position to regulate the games of bingo and pull tabs.
That was the main argument in the debate over which entity should regulate the games. The alternative was to put the game regulatory authority under the Wyoming Pari-Mutuel Commission.
But that move would grow state government, which is an unpopular approach in light of the state’s fiscal problem.
Local control prevailed last week as the Legislature’s Joint Interim Committee on Travel, Recreation and Wildlife voted for a bill to be introduced during the short legislative session in February.
Sen. Bruce Burns, R-Sheridan, who proposed the bill, said that currently the games operate unfettered with no oversight whatsoever.
Thus, if a player or other resident suspects the barkeep, for example, is siphoning money from the pull tabs pot he or she has no place where a complaint can be lodged.
If the committee bill passes and a city or county decides to regulate the games, the people can take their complaint to the local police or the sheriff’s office.
The bill also creates some income for the cities and counties that regulate the games.
The draft bill allows the locals to set reasonable fees of up to one percent of the net profits.
“I’m not trying to get rid of the pull-tabs,” Burns said in an interview last week. “The bill is intended to be revenue neutral. I want local officials to know who’s running the games.”
Letting the locals decide if they want to regulate the games is the right step given the different values and cultures in the state.
Campbell County and the City of Gillette, Burns noted, do not have the same culture as predominantly Mormon communities like Lovell and Cokeville or Alpine, which are more likely to oppose gambling.
However, these communities have no control whatsoever over the games now. If they don’t want to regulate the games, they don’t have to do so.
For many charitable organizations the income from the games is critical to their operations.
In Sheridan, Burns said, he knows of three charitable organizations that would close within six months without the income from bingo and pull tabs operations.
The current law requires operators of bingo games to contribute 65 percent of the net profits to charitable organizations. For pull tabs the contribution is 50 percent of net profits.
Giving the regulatory task to the locals will avoid expanding an existing state agency or setting up a new one like those in surrounding states.
In Colorado, the Secretary of State’s Office web site has 55 pages of detailed rules on bingo games, including electronic bingo and raffles.
The state of Montana’s list of rules is even longer. Montana’s program is run by the state’s Gambling Control Division. Under Montana law, businesses must have a liquor license before they can conduct some gambling activities like live card games and video gambling machines.
In Wyoming, bingo has to be a live game, Burns noted. Electronic bingo is not legal.
During the committee meeting, Mike Moser, executive director of the Wyoming Liquor Association, said his organization doesn’t support the bill.
But Moser, who was part of a small task force group appointed to work on the bill, said it would prevent fly-by-night questionable operations from moving into the state.
Rick Kaysen, the executive director of the Wyoming Association of Municipalities and a former Cheyenne mayor, said his association doesn’t necessarily favor the bill, either.
But Kaysen, who also was a member of the task force on the bill, said it is “workable,” and reflects an issue that has been discussed for the last years in particular.
Until fairly recently Wyoming had a reputation as an anti-gambling state.
Yet bingo games in Wyoming have been less tightly regulated than in most other states.
The state currently allows tribal casinos, a state lottery, horse racing and off-track betting. The Legislature didn’t adopted the lottery until 2013.
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Supremeland Gaming, the emerging brand in American iGaming, announced the approval of an interim Supplier License in West Virginia, further solidifying its position as a key player in the rapidly expanding iGaming industry. This milestone marks the company’s third approval following the successful acquisition of the first approvals in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Supremeland Gaming is approved to operate under this interim license and is now authorized to offer its cutting-edge innovation to the Mountain State.
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, and impressive bonuses.
Rickard Öhrn, CEO of Supremeland Gaming, said: “The acquisition of our interim Supplier License in West Virginia is a pivotal step in our journey, reflecting on our dedication to delivering innovative experiences to a broader audience. As we expand our footprint, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering, and we look forward to contributing to the vibrant gaming landscape in the Mountain State.”
Supremeland is gaining traction for its emerging portfolio of top-notch games, including Red Panda Rising and the international debut title, Munition Mine, underscoring its commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation in the iGaming industry.
Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, is continuing its momentum in the Latin American market, after signing an agreement to take its three biggest products live with Betsala.
The agreement will see Pragmatic Play’s full portfolio of award-winning Slot content go live, including recently released Slot titles Loki’s Riches and The Big Dawgs in addition to familiar player-favourites such as Sugar Rush and Gates of Olympus.
Betsala customers will soon gain access to Pragmatic Play’s Live Casino products upon integration being completed. The sector has been a focus for the provider over the previous 12 months with releases such as the dynamic Treasure Island game show which complements Pragmatic Play’s comprehensive range of casino classics such as Roulette, Mega Roulette, and Blackjack which are also available on the platform.
Completing the product offering is Pragmatic Play’s cutting-edge 3D renderings of popular sports such as horse and greyhound racing, football, and motorsports.
The latest LatAm development for Pragmatic Play sees it further boost its profile across the region where it has cemented its status as a leading supplier of casino experiences.
Victor Arias, Vice President of Latin American Operations at ARRISE powering Pragmatic Play, said: “Proving LatAm is still a key source of growth, Pragmatic Play is delighted to now count Betsala as another valued partner in the region.
“Pragmatic Play’s three leading products will soon be on the platform, and we look forward to even more players discovering its robust and engaging offering.”
Albert Bellavista, CEO at Betsala, said: “Pragmatic Play has built a stellar reputation across Latin America for its high-quality experiences, and we welcome them as our latest partner to bolster our offering and provide more thrills than ever.
“Most iGaming enthusiasts worldwide are already familiar with Pragmatic Play’s titles and we know the upcoming addition of its content will come with a great response from our players.”
Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, is set to make another appearance at a Latin American summit, at SAGSE LATAM in Buenos Aires.
Taking place across two days from March 20th-21st, the event sees iGaming professionals gather at Buenos Aires’ Hilton Hotel for the 32nd edition of the iconic exhibition.
SAGSE LATAM marks the second summit attended by Pragmatic Play in Latin America in 2024, with its new immersive proposal Pragmatic Play Experience, after an extremely successful exhibition tour in 2023, which saw the provider make inroads across the continent and impress industry representatives.
The gaming provider will be at Stand 120 to showcase its diverse portfolio, including Slots, Live Casino, Virtual Sports and Bingo content, alongside its brand-new Sportsbook solution.
In addition, Pragmatic Play will be a platinum sponsor of the event, highlighting the importance of such industry exhibitions and the vital role the leading provider plays in them.
Victor Arias, VP of Latin American Operations at ARRISE powering Pragmatic Play, said: “Pragmatic Play is proud to be a platinum sponsor of SAGSE LATAM and to be influential in shaping the future of the Latin American iGaming market. With a comprehensive multi-product offerings and solutions, it is poised to capitalise on the immense opportunities that the region presents.
“With an exciting range of panel discussions and interactivities that the conference brings, it is set to be yet another momentous date in the LATAM gaming calendar.”
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