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Douglas-based company in frame for three prestigious gambling industry awards
The team at a Douglas-based company are celebrating after being nominated for three prizes at a prestigious awards ceremony.
SolutionsHub, which specialises in advising gambling and cryptocurrency businesses, has been shortlisted in three categories at the forthcoming EGR B2B Awards.
The company is in the running for the Best Customer Service, Corporate Services Supplier and Cryptocurrency Services Supplier accolades. The ceremony will take place on June 15 at The Brewery, London.
The team are looking to follow the success of 2019, when they picked up the Cryptocurrency Services Supplier award at the EGR B2B Awards.
The EGR B2B Awards aim to “reward and celebrate the very best service providers in the online gaming industry, recognising the achievements of suppliers from across all the major egaming disciplines including betting and gaming software, networks, mobile, payments, recruitment, IT and infrastructure”.
The list of nominees includes gambling industry giants such as Aspire Global, Pinnacle and Pragmatic Play.
SolutionsHub provides expertise with registering and maintaining crypto and blockchain businesses under the Designated Business Act and Online Gambling Regulation Act and has won more than 25 prestigious awards for work in the gambling, crypto and blockchain sectors.
Mr Hills said: “The EGR Awards are widely recognised as the most prestigious in the gambling industry and to be nominated for even one is a huge achievement, so we are naturally thrilled to be in the running for three.
“It’s great for raising our profile, of course, but more importantly it’s fantastic recognition for the expertise, hard work and talent of our team.
“We’re thrilled to again be nominated in categories relating to cryptocurrency as this is a highly skilled specialism in which we have led the way for some time. It’s great to receive this continued recognition.
“However, we are particularly proud to be shortlisted for in the customer service category, as our dedication to our clients underpins our philosophy and approach to work.
“The nominations are also further acknowledgment that the Isle of Man is at the epicentre of some of the most exciting and forward thinking industry trends as we continue to lead the way globally on crypto, blockchain and igaming. “We are looking forward to the ceremony and are up against some tough competition but hopefully we can come back with another award to add to our success in 2019.”
Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs
PENN Entertainment Announces Plans for New Land-Based Hollywood Casino to Replace Riverboat Gaming Operations in Council Bluffs, Iowa
PENN Entertainment Inc. announced plans for an expected $180–$200 million project to relocate its Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs (Ameristar) riverboat casino operations to a new, state-of-the-art land-based property to be rebranded as Hollywood Casino Council Bluffs (Hollywood Council Bluffs). The proposal is approved by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission in conjunction with a 15-year extension of Ameristar’s partnership with the nonprofit Qualified Sponsoring Organization (QSO) Iowa West Racing Association. All commercial operators in Iowa are required to have an operating agreement with a QSO licensed to conduct gaming operations.
Under the proposed plan, the new Hollywood Council Bluffs is expected to include roughly 125,000 square feet of new development with approximately 58,000 square feet of gaming space. The new facility will complement the existing ESPN BET sportsbook, 160-room hotel and dining options in the landside portion of the current infrastructure. The existing riverboat, which presently offers gaming spread out over three levels, will be vacated upon opening of the new property.
“We are pleased to add another landside relocation to our pipeline of development projects. This project will enhance the quality and efficiency of our Council Bluffs location and significantly improve the property’s competitive positioning in the greater Omaha market. PENN’s diversified portfolio of casino properties is core to our omni-channel approach to entertainment, which combines our best-in-class retail operations and a database of more than 32 million PENN Play members with our robust interactive and media footprint. We thank the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission for their approval today and are grateful for the continued collaboration with our partners at the Iowa West Racing Association,” said Todd George, Executive Vice President of Operations for PENN.
“We are thrilled with the exciting development plans for the new Hollywood Casino Council Bluffs. For nearly thirty years, the Ameristar riverboat has been providing not only dining and entertainment, but thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in support of our community. PENN’s commitment to reinvesting in Council Bluffs is laudable and we are grateful for our ongoing partnership,” said Brenda Mainwaring, President & CEO of the Iowa West Racing Association.
Construction of the new facility is expected to take approximately 18-24 months following the design and permitting approval process. The Company is entitled to obtain financing for the project from Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. (GLPI) of up to $150 million at a 7.10% cap rate, which may be structured at PENN’s option as either rent or a 5-year term loan that is pre-payable at any time without penalty.
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Daily Fantasy Sports
PrizePicks Teams Up with San Francisco Giants as Official DFS Partner

PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports operator in North America, announced that it has been named the Official Daily Fantasy Partner of the San Francisco Giants. The new partnership strengthens the DFS leader’s presence in professional baseball and features digital and in-park activations at Oracle Park.
“We are thrilled to team up with a legendary organization like the San Francisco Giants. PrizePicks is committed to bringing unique experiences to our players around the country and is excited to strengthen our connection with baseball fans in San Francisco and across the United States,” said Mike Quigley, Chief Marketing Officer at PrizePicks.
As part of the multi-year partnership, PrizePicks branding will be showcased prominently throughout Oracle Park with rotating signage behind home plate and LED signage on each baseline. PrizePicks logos will be featured across the K-Counter in right field, creating an interactive experience for fans in the ballpark. Fans seated on top of the right field wall near the strikeout counter will have the opportunity to flip over the PrizePicks branded signs, revealing a “K” for each strikeout earned by a Giants pitcher.
When Giants pitchers combine for 12 strikeouts in a home game, fans can participate in a text-to-enter promotion with the chance to win a $12,000 free PrizePicks lineup and tickets to a future Giants game at Oracle Park.
“The Giants are always looking for innovative ways to enhance the fan experience. Partnering with PrizePicks provides our fans with new ways to engage with us and deepen their connection to both the Giants and baseball,” said Jason Pearl, Chief Revenue Officer at the San Francisco Giants.
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Jason McCormick
Station Casinos to Launch its First STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island Las Vegas on the Strip

Station Casinos, the leader in Nevada’s retail sportsbooks and mobile sports betting, has announced a new partnership with Treasure Island Las Vegas Hotel & Casino and will launch a brand-new STN Sportsbook inside the resort at The Golden Circle — the company’s first full-scale sportsbook on the famed Las Vegas Strip. Following final approval of Nevada Gaming Commission hearing, the new book will open April 29.
As part of this breakthrough partnership, Station Casinos brings its STN Sportsbook location to the Golden Circle. The 3089-square-foot book features 74 high-definition screens throughout the space, ranging from 55” to 85” displays, plus video walls providing immersive viewing of every sporting event. Sports enthusiasts will also enjoy a new eight-kiosk layout, convenient mobile sign-up stations for STN Sports accounts, and TI’s always- free parking.
“We couldn’t be more excited to embark on this historic partnership with Station Casinos. This collaboration underscores our commitment to providing exceptional hospitality and entertainment, now integrated with Station Casinos’ innovative approach to sports betting. The STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island will offer an unparalleled betting experience with cutting-edge technology and deluxe amenities, and we can’t wait to introduce it to our guests,” said Najam Khan, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Treasure Island.
This premium sportsbook experience will be seamlessly integrated with Treasure Island’s Golden Circle – a unique sportsbook in Las Vegas situated within a bar and restaurant that features an authentic sports museum. This distinctive atmosphere allows guests to enjoy premium food and beverage offerings as they become immersed in captivating sports memorabilia all while watching live sporting events.
“We are thrilled to be launching our first full-scale sportsbook operation on the Las Vegas Strip, and we are so grateful to the Nevada Gaming Control Board and Commission for granting this approval. Through this partnership with Treasure Island, we will be able to bring the energy, innovation, and hospitality of STN Sports to the property’s guests, and we are excited for the opportunity to further our commitment in providing the best sports betting experience across Nevada,” said Jason McCormick, Vice President of Race and Sports Operations.
Known for elevating the sports betting experience, the new STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island will bring new offerings to sports bettors on The Strip, including:
Wagering Enhancements – Bettors will enjoy increased betting options, higher betting limits, an expanded prop betting menu, and a comprehensive selection of betting leagues.
Premium Sportsbook Experiences – Special events will be hosted throughout the year, creating exciting opportunities for sports fans to engage with other bettors.
Vegas’ Favorite Sports Contests – The renowned “Last Man Standing” competitions with $300,000 in prize money, featuring contests for Pro Football, Pro College, and March Hoops
The new STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island will open on April 29, with additional event programming and offerings to be announced.
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