The online gambling industry is in the midst of a huge boom, with an increasing number of operators moving into the sector over the past few years. Experts have predicted that annual revenues are likely to reach $60 billion by the end of 2020 and should continue to rise at a rapid rate over the coming years. Online casino games have contributed massively to the growth, with players eager to try their hand at blackjack, poker, roulette and more. Slot games are also hugely popular, particularly amongst new players, so read on as we assess why this is the case….

Well, it took just over two months, but Washington D.C. sports betting had just north of $1 million wagered. That’s only $237,000 in revenue for the District. Officially launched on the 30th of May (and calculated through August 3rd) those numbers are well short of states like Colorado, which launched sports betting in May, which saw over $25 million wagered in May with another $38 million in June. Of course, Colorado has 5 million more residents than the D.C. does. How much the effects of the pandemic may have played a role should not be overlooked. When sports betting was…

Casino gaming is a lot fun if you have an idea about what you are doing. Therefore, research is a vital part in the whole gaming concept. The more you know, the better chances you will have at walking away with that real money. So, before you start spending that money in your bankroll, here is a guide on things you will need to   keep in mind if you are a beginner. Casinos Are Meant For Fun What most people do not know is that casinos are not meant for real money, they are meant for fun. Meaning, the real…

SiGMA Group is pleased to announce the launch of SiGMA Africa. The event is set to take place in March 2022, with the first show opening in Cape Town, South Africa. SiGMA Africa will also launch its super show in Kenya and Ghana, bringing East and West Africa together throughout 2023 and 2024 respectively. An event calendar across four continents places SiGMA Group front and centre of the international gaming sector. SiGMA believes that setting the show in multiple regions will offer attendees a more inclusive and comprehensive overview of the vast and widely diverse African markets, increasing opportunities for investment…

In a battle with dangerous implications for the gaming industry, Big Fish Games has elected to settle a lawsuit with two former players in Washington State. The companies current and owners, Aristocrat and Churchill Downs, agreed to a $155 million agreement to settle the class-action lawsuits. The plaintiffs, Cheryl Kater and Manasa Thimmegowda, each spent thousands of dollars on play chips for BFG’s “free-to-play” social casino games. Both are residents of Washington and allege that BFG’s products constitute illegal gambling under state law. Kater and Thimmegowda argued that BFG enticed VIP players with free spins and proceeds to encourage addictive…

Nurturing the entrepreneur has always been an integral part of SiGMA’s events, particularly now that we will be integrating both iGaming and Tech into one show  . SiGMA is now accepting applications from iGaming and emerging tech startups that are looking for the best way to kick off proceedings. With over 10,000 expected to the 7th edition of the World’s iGaming Festival, Startups will not only get a huge brand exposure but also get access to investors and mentors eager to meet interesting projects. The SiGMA Pitch competition allows startups and business to put their presentation skills to the test. Over the years…