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THETA.tv Announces Partnership with WPT® to Launch 24/7 Live Poker Channel powered by Theta Blockchain

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Theta Labs today announced a new global distribution deal with World Poker Tour® to launch an ‘always-on’, 24/7 poker live channel on THETA.tv, a next-generation Esports entertainment platform built on the Theta blockchain, the leading decentralized video delivery network.

THETA.tv users around the globe are now able to access classic WPT programming such as World Poker Tour Seasons VIII through XVI, WPT Alpha8 Seasons I through III, WPT Greatest Seasons I through II, and King of the Club Season I. In addition, THETA.tv will feature live 2020-2021 poker events and tournaments held at the HyperX Esports Arena in Las Vegas and elsewhere, all through an ‘always-on’ 24/7 live channel that users can enjoy from any device including web, mobile and smart TVs.

By streaming the 24/7 live channel, THETA.tv introduces WPT as the first major content partner outside of the Esports category, featuring a genre that fits THETA.tv’s global audience extremely well. The partnership reflects THETA.tv’s plans to broaden its content portfolio and offer its users with relevant, meaningful programming outside of traditional esports content. For the first time, users can earn TFUEL token rewards for sharing their excess bandwidth while watching premium WPT poker content. Theta blockchain’s innovative approach to user rewards drives higher engagement and user retention, while sharing the benefits with viewers who can earn as much as $15/month just for watching.

“Theta Labs and WPT are innovators in our respective industries and this global partnership will provide our users with a new, ground-breaking way to watch the best televised poker product in the world, all powered by our peer-to-peer Theta blockchain technology,” said Mitch Liu, Co-founder and CEO of Theta Labs. “We’re looking forward to deeper integration of the Theta Network within WPT.”

“The World Poker Tour is excited to be featured on THETA.tv powered by the Theta Blockchain, an innovator in the fast-growing video streaming space” said Adam Pliska, CEO of the World Poker Tour. “As THETA.tv and the Theta Network grows in size, we look forward to offering additional assets and programming on the platform in the upcoming future.”

Viewers can download THETA.tv on the App Store, Google Play, or visit www.theta.tv.

For more information regarding the World Poker Tour, head to WPT.com.

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Major Casino Operators Ready to Invest if Georgia Lifts Casino Ban

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As discussions about legalizing gambling in Georgia gain momentum, major casino operators like Wynn Resorts and Boyd Gaming are poised to lead the charge if the state changes its restrictive laws.

During a recent Georgia House study committee meeting, Christopher Gordon, president of Wynn Resorts’ development arm, expressed keen interest in building a multibillion-dollar casino should legal barriers be removed. Similarly, Boyd Gaming’s government affairs vice president Ryan Soultz highlighted Georgia’s market attractiveness.

Wynn’s model would be similar to its $2.6 billion Encore Boston Harbor, suggesting that a new Georgia casino could employ up to 4000 workers and contribute substantial gaming tax revenue.

Although specific locations have not been chosen, both companies have indicated they would need constitutional changes to move forward. Their willingness to invest heavily in the Peach State demonstrates a strong belief in the untapped potential of the state’s gambling market.

Such developments offer a compelling argument for lawmakers to consider gambling expansion, marking a shift toward economic incentives as a primary motivator for legislative change.

Should Georgia proceed with legalizing casino gambling, the legislative language will be crucial in shaping the industry’s landscape. Key proposals may include requiring casino companies to invest at least $1.2 billion per resort and generate a minimum number of jobs, often set at around 10,000 per license. This ensures that any developments bring tangible benefits to the local economy.

Additional legislative demands include rigorous background checks for key personnel, proven industry experience, and adherence to strict technical and financial standards. Only companies with substantial capital and robust infrastructure, like Wynn Resorts and Boyd Gaming, are likely to meet these stringent requirements.

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Plaza Hotel & Casino to welcome the U.S. National Champions Summerlin South All Stars to be TNT Ignitors for Welcome to the Weekend Friday Fireworks, next Friday, Sept. 5

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The Plaza Hotel & Casino will welcome the U.S. National champions, the Summerlin South All Star team to be the special guest TNT Ignitors of the property’s Welcome to the Weekend Friday Fireworks show, next Friday, Sept. 5 at 9:15 p.m., taking place on the Plaza’s rooftop pool deck.

“Getting to ignite the Plaza’s amazing fireworks show is a great honor for the team,” said Chris Mallory, president of Summerlin South. “And we thank the Plaza and Jonathan for the warm welcome and fun celebration planned for the team, including a pizza party for them and their families.”

“All of Las Vegas is proud of the accomplishments that the Summerlin South team made in the All Star postseason,” said Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino. “We look forward to hosting the team and their families, and we hope all of their fans come out to celebrate with them and enjoy the fireworks show.”

The summer fireworks shows are staged from the top of the Plaza’s South Tower every Friday at 9:15 p.m. from May through September.

The public can watch the Welcome to the Weekend Friday Fireworks Show for free at the rooftop pool, at Carousel Bar under the Plaza’s iconic dome, and from in front of the Plaza on Main Street, which will be closed to vehicular traffic during the show for viewing the fireworks from Carson Avenue to Ogden Avenue.

The Plaza’s fireworks will be dependent on weather conditions and are subject to change or cancellation. Updates will be available on the Plaza’s social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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New Hampshire Charitable Gaming Revenue Hits $24.8M in July

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New Hampshire charitable gaming revenue has reached $24.8 million last month, up from the previous year’s figure of $14.5 million, boosted by the opening of new casinos.

The latest figures come from the New Hampshire Lottery and Gaming Commission, which shows that of the 15 casinos, only four saw losses, while four others were not in operation last July.

The Nash Casino, which opened in March, generated the highest revenue of all the casinos – $5.8 million.

The highest year-over-year increase was seen by the Revo Casino Lebanon, which opened in a new location in December, and saw revenue rise by 321% from $387,836 to over $1.6 million.

Other notable rises were seen from the Lakes Region Casino, which generated an increase of 24% year-over-year and The Brook, which saw a 17% rise from $4.7 million to $5.5 million.

The biggest declines came from The Lucky Moose Casino, where profits dropped by 79% from $666,454 to $139,748, and the Gate City Casino, which saw profits fall by 16% from $2.7 million to $2.3 million.

Historic horse racing revenue rose by 85% year-over-year, from $10.6 million to $19.7 million, while games of chance revenue increased by 53% from $3.3 million to $5.1 million.

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