Penn Interactive Expands Michigan Live Casino with Light & Wonder Partnership

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August 31, 2024

Light & Wonder has teamed up with Penn Interactive to broaden the live casino options available on the Hollywood Casino platform in Michigan. This collaboration represents a significant milestone, as it’s the first time Light & Wonder Live has created custom live dealer tables showcasing an operator’s brand in Michigan. It also marks PENN’s initial foray into launching online casino games featuring local property branding. The new games include Greektown-branded blackjack tables at Hollywood Casino and a live-dealer version of “LUCKY CAT BACCARAT,” a popular title from Penn Game Studios (PGS). Light & Wonder’s approach to game development emphasizes ultra-localization,… Read More

Social Poker Apps in Trouble with China

Social Poker Apps in Trouble with China
April 24, 2018

While countries, such as Myanmar are becoming more open to casinos and gambling, China remains steadfast in what they will and will not allow. China is making it difficult for companies to open new casinos in Hainan, but also want the integrated resorts that are there to earn a high revenue. The government is also relaxing a little about Macau, which shows in the higher revenue. China is banning social poker apps, which is going to be felt throughout Asia. The ban will begin June 1st. Many of the online poker operators are gearing up for the full impact the… Read More