Festival location offering discounted rooms and exclusive pool parties for hotel guests

Welcoming “A Big Beautiful Block Party presented by Life is Beautiful,” Friday, Sept. 27 and Saturday, Sept. 28, the Plaza Hotel & Casino is the perfect location for locals looking to book a staycation for the music festival.

The Plaza is offering special room rates for the event, with savings of up to 20 percent on rooms located just steps away from the festival action.

And only hotel guests will have access to exclusive rooftop pool parties with DJ sets by Neil Frances on Friday, Sept. 27 and LP Giobbi on Saturday, Sept. 28, both of whom are performing at A Big Beautiful Block Party. Doors open for both pool parties at 11 a.m. as a kickoff to the festivities.

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The pool parties are for hotel guests 21 and over.

The Sand Dollar Downtown at the Plaza will also host after parties so the music and fun can continue. Hanz will perform on Friday, Sept. 27, and Lucky Lou will headline on Saturday, Sept. 28. Doors open at 11 p.m. with no cover for guests 21 and older.

For more information on the Plaza’s offers for “A Big Beautiful Block Party presented by Life is Beautiful” visit: plazahotelcasino.com/life-is-beautiful-festival/ .

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Meridianbet, part of the Golden Matrix Group, Inc., a leading online sports betting and iGaming company, has announced a strategic partnership with Integrity Compliance 360 (“IC360”), a prominent U.S.-based global sports integrity service provider.

The partnership comes as Meridianbet’s Brazilian subsidiary, Meridian Gaming Brasil SPE, progresses in the licensing process for its entry into the Brazilian market, and will reinforce the Company’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity for its sports offering in line with global regulatory expectations and market best practices.

The license application, filed under request number 56.195.600/0001-07, positions Meridianbet among a select group of global operators set to participate in one of the most highly anticipated market launches in the global sports betting and iGaming industry.

“Our partnership with IC360 underscores our dedication to maintaining the highest levels of integrity and transparency in all markets we operate in, including Brazil,” said Zoran Milosevic, CEO of Meridianbet. “As we move closer to securing our license, this collaboration will ensure that we are fully equipped to meet the expectations of both regulatory bodies and our players in the world’s fastest-growing emerging betting and iGaming market.”

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“Brazil is expected to become the third-largest gaming market in the world, and this opportunity marks another key milestone for Golden Matrix, and further endorses our commitment to being a major player in the Brazilian Gaming Market” said Brian Goodman, CEO of Golden Matrix Group. “Brazil’s multifaceted approval process reflects the complexity and scale of this market, and we are excited about the tremendous potential that lies ahead. We aim to leverage our extensive international experience, advanced technology and innovative betting solutions to cater to the unique preferences of Brazilian customers, and our partnership with IC360 will help ensure we’re doing it both ethically and responsibly.”

“Meridianbet is one of the best-positioned players in the Brazilian sports betting market,” said Scott Sadin, COO of IC360. “We are excited to work with the experts of the local market who understand the importance of integrity. It is our privilege to provide them with the tools needed to create an even stronger culture of transparency, that together can be modeled and shared with Meridianbet’s international reach.”

Meridianbet’s partnership with IC360 comes at a critical time for the Brazilian market, as it undergoes regulatory transformation and positions itself as a global leader in the iGaming and sports betting industry.

Meridianbet’s application includes both sports betting and iGaming (online casino) under Brazil’s comprehensive licensing regime, positioning it as one of the few operators able to offer a full suite of gaming experiences to Brazilian players.

The Brazilian gambling industry is projected to generate $34 billion in sports betting turnover by 2028, with an onshore gross win of $2.8 billion, according to a report by the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA).

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Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) and The Casino at Nemacolin announced a strategic partnership that promises to revolutionize the gaming and hospitality industry in the western Pennsylvania market. This strategic alliance sets the stage for an exciting fusion of technology and hospitality, with The Casino at Nemacolin at the forefront.

John Gibboni, General Manager of The Casino at Nemacolin, said: “We are thrilled to embark on this groundbreaking journey alongside QCI. The QCI platform is a game-changer for our host and slot departments, and we believe it will not only streamline our operations but also elevate the standard of service and entertainment we offer to our cherished guests. With QCI’s innovative solutions, we are confident that we will deliver an unmatched gaming experience in the southwestern Pennsylvania market. This partnership aligns seamlessly with our dedication to excellence and innovation.”

Dr. Ralph Thomas, CEO of QCI, said: “At QCI, we highly value partnerships grounded in mutual respect, a shared vision, and unwavering commitment. Our collaboration with The Casino at Nemacolin exemplifies such a relationship. We have been profoundly impressed by the dedication, passion for excellence, and unyielding commitment to enhancing guest experiences exhibited by the Nemacolin team. I am proud and enthusiastic about the journey that lies ahead and confident that, together, we will establish new standards within the Western Pennsylvania market.”