Casinos in England were allowed to reopen on August 15 after a long wait and much discussion.
The government ordered the closure of casinos on March 20 following the Covid-19 outbreak. There were two scheduled reopening, but both were postponed.
Casinos obviously welcomed the latest move. Grosvenor Casinos said it reopened 35 of it 46 casinos in England with adequate safety measures such as a limit on capacity, voluntary PPE and face coverings for guests and staff, screens on gaming tables and machines, hand sanitiser stations and contactless payments.
Jonathon Swaine, Managing Director of Grosvenor Casinos , said: “We’ve been ready to reopen safely for a number of weeks and we are delighted we can now finally welcome back our customers to enjoy our casinos safely once more.”
Genting UK said it opened the majority of its casinos on August 15 itself.
A spokesman said: “After weeks of meticulous planning, we are fully confident that our casinos are ready for re-opening.
“This is what we have been building towards for some time now, and the delays we have experienced have of course been hugely frustrating and damaging to the business.
“The re-opening is therefore incredibly exciting for all involved and we cannot wait to welcome customers back into our casinos.”
Digitain among the first game and software suppliers to successfully meet Brazil’s new regulatory standards.
Digitain, a leading provider of sportsbook and casino platform solutions, is proud to announce that it is among the first game and software suppliers to successfully meet Brazil’s new regulatory standards.
The Brazilian gaming market is undergoing a significant transformation. With new regulations in place, gaming operators and providers must adapt quickly to meet these evolving requirements. This achievement underscores Digitain’s commitment to delivering high-quality gaming products and ensuring full compliance with local laws and regulations, allowing our partners to continue their operations seamlessly.
Arshak Muradyan, Digitain Group’s Chief Compliance Officer, stated, “Brazil’s gaming industry has witnessed rapid growth over the past few years, with more attention given to regulating and managing this fast-evolving market. In 2024, Brazil introduced stricter rules for gaming providers, including new certification requirements, enhanced player protection measures, and tighter oversight of both games and operators. The certification process, conducted by an authorised testing laboratory of GLI (Gaming Laboratories International), ensures that our products meet the high standards of quality and fairness mandated by Brazilian regulators.”
Ani Mkrtchyan, Chief Sales Officer of Digitain Group, said, “As a company operating on the global stage, Digitain Group has consistently recognised the importance of regulatory compliance. This is why we’ve acted swiftly to meet the new requirements set out by Brazil’s regulatory authorities, positioning ourselves as one of the first companies to successfully navigate this evolving landscape.”
“Digitain Group’s success in securing certification for the Brazilian market is a significant milestone, and we’re proud to be among the first to meet these new regulatory standards. By adhering to the highest standards of compliance, we ensure the integrity of the industry and position ourselves and our partners for continued success in one of the world’s fastest-growing gaming markets.”
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Provides a Seamless Way for Xfinity X1 Customers to Watch and Wager with a Leading Sportsbook, Directly on TV
Comcast announced it has added sports betting odds from FanDuel into Xfinity Odds Zone on Xfinity X1, giving customers more ways to view live odds, game lines and prop bets for major sporting events without having to take their eyes off their TV.
“X1 is the best seat in the house for live sports, and now with FanDuel as part Odds Zone, we’re making it even better by giving fans access to another top sportsbook integrated directly into their viewing experience,” said Vito Forlenza, Vice President, Sports Entertainment, Comcast. “Our entertainment platform makes it easy for customers to find their favorite sports by bringing everything together in one place – whether airing nationally or locally, on broadcast or streaming. And when combined with features like Odds Zone, Enhanced 4K and Multiview, we’re giving our customers the ultimate sports viewing experience.”
With FanDuel on X1, customers can access odds for top leagues, including NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, WNBA, the PGA TOUR, NCAA football and NCAA men’s and women’s basketball, directly on the TV, side-by-side with live game coverage. Bets can be quickly initiated by scanning a QR code that will add the wager to a FanDuel bet slip on the customer’s mobile device. Customers can launch the experience by saying “Odds Zone,” “View odds” or “FanDuel odds” into their X1 voice remote. And coming soon, Xfinity Odds Zone will also be accessible from a new sports betting hub on X1, a centralized destination for fans, bettors and fantasy players that brings together the latest analysis and betting-focused content from available networks and streaming channels all in one place.
“We are thrilled to partner with Comcast to enhance how our customers can watch and wager on their favorite teams and athletes,” said Karol Corcoran, Senior Vice President and General Manager of FanDuel Sportsbook. “Integrating FanDuel odds into the Xfinity Odds Zone offers sports fans another way to interact with our robust sports betting offering, and we look forward to collaborating with Comcast to continue elevating the game day viewing experience.”
Xfinity Odds Zone is available to all X1 customers; placing bets is limited to customers living in states where sports betting is legal, and each sportsbook operates.
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Leading iGaming content provider Spinomenal has unveiled its latest game to join the much-loved Folktales series, Story of Cinderella.
The game is presented within a 5×4 frame that is brought to life with a soft, enchanting soundtrack. The reels are positioned between two golden pillars and luxurious architecture, evoking a regal environment.
A glistening silver slipper, sparkling tiara, antique grandfather clock and a magical wand form the influential symbols in the main game. Free Spins can be accessed only when players find three or more Scattered Free Spins symbols and initially will grant 10 Free Spins.
Any player lucky enough to discover four Free Spins symbols will collect 25 Free Spins and five or more will secure a massive 100 Free Spins.
Once in the Free Spins round, a Cinderella Stacked Wild is randomly attached to one reel for each spin – it moves left and right for each additional spin. The Wild symbol represents all symbols except Free Spins and five Wild symbols on a winning line will pay out x3000 the bet line.
Spinomenal CO-CEO, Omer Henya commented: “Unlike the origins of the word, Cinderella, meaning someone whose attributes are unrecognised, this game instantly catches the attention. Its bright design is complemented by seamless gameplay and the chance for 100 Free Spins means players will have a ball.”
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