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The Fire Joker has returned, his blazing grin wider than ever. He’s back in control of the reels, where classic fruits and symbols light up under his fiery touch. But this time, there’s more than just mischief in the air. The heat has intensified, the stakes are higher, and this scorching slot is cranked up to a full 100.

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DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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The PGA TOUR and DraftKings Inc. held a ceremonial ribbon cutting at the DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale, with former Arizona Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald placing the ceremonial first bet.

Construction on the highly anticipated sportsbook began in May 2022. The 13,000 square-foot space debuted today with leadership representing the organizations involved in the project, including TPC Scottsdale General Manager and Regional Director of Operations Brad Williams, PGA TOUR Vice President of Gaming, Scott Warfield and DraftKings CCO, Jen Aguiar. Former NFL player and current DraftKings Network media personality Mike Golic emceed the grand opening.

“It’s an exciting day and we’re thrilled to celebrate the opening of the DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale, a location that showcases the special collaboration between DraftKings and PGA TOUR while featuring a number of customer-centric amenities true to the DraftKings brand. We look forward to welcoming in locals and visitors to experience DraftKings in a new way and enjoy the unmatched service and dining experience, ” Jason Robins, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of DraftKings, said.

The DraftKings Sportsbook is the first of its kind to open at a PGA TOUR tournament location, as TPC Scottsdale is home to the iconic WM Phoenix Open. The exciting new destination combines world-class golf with a premier sportsbook, giving Scottsdale residents and visitors an unmatched entertainment and dining experience any time of the year.

“The DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale promises to be a year-round destination where we look forward to delivering unforgettable experiences to our fans. We appreciate the support of DraftKings, the Thunderbirds, the City of Scottsdale and the State of Arizona to help make this vision a reality,” said PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan.

The spacious and custom-designed interior includes state-of-the-art technology offering 32 betting kiosks, 3400 square feet of video walls and six ticket windows. Ample lounge seating and VIP spaces in the gaming area offer guests the option to socialize and watch live sports action.

The dining room and large central indoor-outdoor bar welcome guests to enjoy the energetic dining experience. The menu, designed and executed by Executive Chef Matthew O’Harris, features a variety of sharable appetizers, an array of pizzas, elevated entrees and more. Guests will also enjoy top-shelf spirits, custom craft cocktails and a variety of local beers on tap – making this a must-visit “19th hole” experience.

The patio includes fire pits, outdoor games such as cornhole, as well as five cabanas that offer groups a unique space to dine and watch games.

“We cannot wait to welcome guests into this exciting new venue that is sure to keep them engaged and entertained throughout their visit. We appreciate the support of DraftKings, the PGA TOUR, the TPC Network and the Thunderbirds in helping create this exciting new concept. The DraftKings Sportsbook team, led by restaurant general manager McKenna Beahan, looks forward to delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests from the moment they walk through the doors,” Williams said.

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The sportsbook will open at 10 am Monday through Friday and at 8 am on Saturday and Sunday. It will close at 10 pm on Sunday, 11 pm Monday through Thursday and will remain open until midnight on Friday and Saturday. Guests of all ages will be able to enjoy the restaurant and patio, however, guests must be 21 years of age or older to enter the wagering lounge inside the sportsbook. The sportsbook is available for private parties, events and group outings.

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Inspired Extends Brazil Presence with EstrelaBet Partnership

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Inspired Entertainment, Inc., a leading provider of B2B gaming content, systems, and solutions, has expanded its presence in Brazil through a newly launched partnership with EstrelaBet, a leading Brazilian gaming tech company. The collaboration brings Inspired’s acclaimed portfolio of iGaming titles to EstrelaBet’s growing player base, further demonstrating the Company’s commitment to the region’s gaming industry.

Through integration facilitated by Softswiss, EstrelaBet players in Brazil will now have access to a wide selection of Inspired’s top-performing online and mobile slot titles, including localized versions of global hits such as Big Fishing Fortune™ (Super Pescaria da Fortuna), Golden Winner™ (CampeĂŁo de Ouro), Cops â€n’ Robbers Bigger Big Money™ (PolĂ­cia e LadrĂŁo Bolada), Centurion Big Money™ (Centurion Muita Grana), among others. The rollout will also include regular new content releases, offering a balance of fan-favourite classics, innovative mechanics, and seasonal experiences designed to maximize player engagement and retention.

Claire Osborne, Vice President of Interactive at Inspired Entertainment, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with EstrelaBet to bring our diverse portfolio of fun games to Brazilian players. From proven hits to innovative seasonal content, our titles are designed to entertain, captivate, and perform. This partnership marks another important step in expanding Inspired’s reach in one of the world’s most exciting and fast-growing iGaming markets.”

Fellipe Fraga, Chief Business Officer at EstrelaBet, added: “This collaboration positions EstrelaBet at the forefront of the Brazilian iGaming sector by offering our players access to some of the most recognized and entertaining slots content available. Inspired’s reputation for quality and variety makes them an ideal partner, and we look forward to delivering their games to our growing audiences across Brazil.”

With localized branding, strong thematic appeal, and a track record of high performance across regulated markets, Inspired’s iGaming content is well positioned to captivate Brazil’s rapidly expanding online player base while delivering added value to operators.

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Dania Beach Casino Excited to Leverage QCI Nimble Edition with AGI56 to Elevate Player Engagement

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Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), a leading provider of data-driven casino intelligence and player engagement platforms, announced that Dania Beach Casino is continuing to benefit from its deployment of the QCI Nimble platform. While the property currently focuses on the QCI Host and QCI Marketing modules, it has expressed enthusiasm about the capabilities of the new AGI56 release and its impact on future customer engagement strategies.

Josh Crowder, Director of Marketing at Dania Beach Casino, said: “QCI is the tool that we use to connect to our players, enabled with deep data that has guided us in critical business initiatives. AGI56 shows QCI’s commitment to their core product. They have completely refreshed the technology stack, added deeper tooling for precise marketing initiatives, and Chatalytics.com in AGI56 provides tooling that enables us to build AI-managed data interactions.”

AGI56 represents the most ambitious release in QCI’s history, with the platform undergoing a full refresh of its technology stack, improved integration of advanced analytics, and the introduction of generative AI-driven tooling through Chatalytics.com. This evolution ensures that casinos can not only continue to run data-driven marketing campaigns and player development initiatives but also begin to take advantage of next-generation artificial intelligence to manage complex customer data interactions.

Andrew Cardno, Chief Technology Officer of QCI, said: “We have invested eight figures of R&D into AGI56, transforming it into a platform that not only supports today’s casino marketing and host teams but can also grow across the entire spectrum of customer engagement. Our commitment has been to deliver a technology stack that empowers operators like Dania Beach to achieve precise, data-driven outcomes while building a scalable foundation for the future of AI-enabled player interaction.”

QCI Nimble, the solution deployed by Dania Beach Casino, is designed specifically for properties with under 1000 slot machines. It provides the full capabilities of QCI’s enterprise platform in a form factor that is right-sized for smaller operations. With the release of AGI56, Nimble customers gain access to many of the same advanced tools as larger properties, including refined marketing segmentation, deeper player development capabilities, and AI-powered analytics that bring enterprise-grade insight to local and regional markets.

QCI’s platform is currently deployed in more than 350 casinos worldwide, supporting properties that collectively manage over 42 billion dollars in annual gross gaming revenue. The company’s ongoing investment in product development ensures that every property, regardless of size, can benefit from the same commitment to innovation, operational efficiency, and enhanced guest engagement.

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Detroit Casinos Report $106.9M in August Revenue

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The Michigan Gaming Control Board has reported that Detroit’s three casinos—MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown—collectively generated $106.9 million in revenue for August 2025.

Table games and slot machines accounted for $105.7 million of the monthly total, while retail sports betting contributed $1.2 million.

August 2025 Market Share

• MGM Grand Detroit: 48%

• MotorCity Casino: 30%

• Hollywood Casino at Greektown: 22%

Table Games and Slot Machine Revenue

Revenue from table games and slots decreased by 4.6% compared with August 2024 and 0.3% from July 2025. From January 1 through August 31, combined table games and slots revenue was down 1.2% year-over-year.

Casino-specific revenues compared to August 2024 were:

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• MGM Grand Detroit: $51.7 million, down 4.0%

• MotorCity Casino: $31.2 million, up 1.4%

• Hollywood Casino at Greektown: $22.8 million, down 13.0%

The three casinos paid $8.6 million in state gaming taxes in August 2025, down from $9.0 million in August 2024. They also submitted $12.6 million in wagering taxes and development agreement payments to the City of Detroit.

Retail Sports Betting Revenue

In August 2025, the casinos reported a combined retail sports betting handle of $6.8 million, generating $1.2 million in gross receipts. Qualified adjusted gross receipts (QAGR) from retail sports betting decreased by 26.7% from August 2024 but increased 20.2% from July 2025.

QAGR by casino:

• MGM Grand Detroit: $264,076

• MotorCity Casino: $548,749

• Hollywood Casino at Greektown: $427,999

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The casinos paid $46,903 in state taxes from retail sports betting revenue and submitted $57,326 in wagering taxes to the City of Detroit.

Fantasy Contests

Fantasy contest operators reported $513,880 in adjusted revenues for July 2025 and paid $43,166 in taxes.

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