British bookmaking giant Betfred has reportedly spent an unspecified amount of cash so as to purchase a majority shareholding in South African counterpart LottoStar Proprietary Limited.

According to a Friday report from a source, the Warrington-headquartered operator is already responsible for 53 retail wagering shops in South Africa and spent some $8.7 million in June of last year so as to acquire the online sportsbetting domain at BettingWorld.co.za after previous owner Phumelela Gaming and Leisure Limited filed for bankruptcy protections.

Expanding enterprise:

Established in 1967 by English entrepreneur Fred Done, Betfred currently operates well over 1,500 retail betting shops spread across the United Kingdom while its Petfre (Gibraltar) Limited subordinate is reportedly responsible for the online sportsbetting domain at Betfred.com. The operator purportedly also recently launched into Spain’s growing iGaming market while entering the embryonic sports wagering…

The Cloakroom Gentlemen’s Club, a Washington D.C.-based strip club, publicly announced its intention to open a retail sportsbook in partnership with Toronto-based Elys Game Technology, called the Over Under Sportsbook Rooftop Lounge, this week in the nation’s capital, while proclaiming itself as the first sportsbook within such a venue in the US.

New partnership:

To launch the first strip club sportsbook in the US, Cloakroom Gentlemen’s Club has partnered with the global interactive gaming and sports betting technology company. Their joint venture, Cloakbook, was granted a sports betting license on Tuesday, December 27.

In a press release, Tony Cavasilios, managing member of Cloakbook, said: “We are eagerly looking forward to commencing our sportsbook operations within the Cloakroom and all-new Over Under lounge on the rooftop above the club, and to provide a whole new experience to our patrons in D.C.”.

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Hacksaw Gaming, an online real money game developer based in Malta, continues to work hard to satisfy existing and attract new players.

In this sense, on April 3rd, it expanded its existing content alliance with Admiral Bet to Montenegro, and on April 4th, it officially launched a new heist-themed slot titled Cash Crew.

New alliance:

This new partnership expansion builds on the cooperation that began with a Serbian focus in December last year. Examples of the content that will be hosted on Admiral Bet Montenegro’s platform are Hacksaw’s entire slot library, including classics like Wild and Dork Unit and Wanted Dead, in addition to recently launched hits like Le Bandit, Fist of Destruction, and 2 Wild 2 Die.

Furthermore, with the state-of-the-art games from the developer, Admiral Bet Montenegro players will have a unique and engaging gaming experience.

Admiral Bet’s main goal is to satisfy the players, meaning that its …

Microsoft’s $7.5 billion acquisition of ZeniMax (and its subsidiaries at Bethesda) has now been completed, which means ZeniMax’s board of directors has been dissolved.

Pete Hines, the senior vice president of global marketing and communications at Bethesda, told GameSpot in an email, “The prior ZeniMax Media Board of Directors has been dissolved.”

This is not an unusual or troubling development but instead a standard practice for an acquisition like this.

ZeniMax’s board was composed of a variety of executives and celebrities from multiple industries, including Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer, big-name entertainment attorney Ernest Del, former MLB superstar Cal Ripken Jr., former CBS CEO Leslie Moonves, and former MGM CEO Harry Sloan. Private equity executive Michael Dominguez was also on the board. Former US President Trump’s brother, Robert Trump, sat on the board until his passing in 2020.

Hines previously spoke to GameSpot about the im…

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Jiukoum Shrine, Built For Rails, might frustrate you to no end. Thankfully, there are a few ways to circumvent the mechanics. Here’s our guide to help you complete the Jiukoum Shrine’s Built For Rails puzzle in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

How to solve the Jiukoum Shrine’s Built For Rails puzzle in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Jiukoum Shrine can be found just southeast of the Popla Foothills Skyview Tower. From the tower, use the launch pad and glide southeast until you see it on a ridge.

The first two puzzle sections won’t likely cause any issues. The first puzzle simply has you riding a metal plate across the rails. For the second part, you’ll want to create something that looks like a desk. The additional segments below it will prevent it from sliding off (seen in the image below).

Alternatively, you could just Shield Surf. This is done by equipping a shield …

Marriott Bonvoy has officially opened its doors to MGM Resorts, allowing its members to earn and redeem points at 16 select properties across Las Vegas and beyond. This partnership, initiated in July 2023 and now fully operational, marks a significant shift for travelers and loyalty program enthusiasts alike.

MGM Resorts Shift to Marriott Bonvoy Unlocks Riches for Vegas Travelers

Previously aligned with World of Hyatt, MGM Resorts’ transition to Marriott Bonvoy offers a plethora of new opportunities for Bonvoy members, particularly those frequenting the vibrant Las Vegas Strip.

The integration of MGM’s portfolio into Marriott’s ecosystem considerably expands the options for travelers, especially in a city where Marriott offeri…