Hard Rock Hotel & Casino AC Launches First $2 Million Dragon Link Progressive Slot Games

(AsiaGameHub) -   The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has debuted the city's inaugural $2-million Dragon Link progressive slot machines from Aristocrat Gaming, marking a new chapter for gaming options in the city. New $2M Dragon Link Game Now Hosted in Atlantic City Casino for First Time Gamers can now experience an enhanced version of the popular title, featuring a $2-million progressive side bet available on the Dragon Link Golden Century and Dragon Link Happy & Prosperous machines. Play can begin for as little as $1, with high-limit options also offered where minimum bets start at $50 and maximum wagers can reach $3,125. The top prize is $2 million, with additional jackpots of $1 million, $200,000, and $100,000 available. “Aristocrat Gaming's Dragon Link slots are consistently some of the most active games we have, and these new $2 million progressive jackpot machines bring another layer of thrill for guests playing at our numerous Dragon Link banks,” com......

An Illinois Lottery Scratch-Off Ticket Wins a $1M Prize

(AsiaGameHub) -   A $50 scratch-off ticket purchased in Illinois has led to a significant payout for a fortunate Palos Hills resident. The winner, identified only as John and by his chosen lottery nickname – Music Man – claimed the seven-figure prize from a Millionaire Club Instant Ticket. This is not John's first lottery win. This Time, a Repeat Lottery Winner Becomes a Millionaire While a $50 ticket might seem substantial, the subsequent $1,000,000 payout made it more than worthwhile. “I wasn’t that shocked, but I was excited. I could feel my father’s presence with me when I walked into the store, which felt like a sign,” the winner recounted. “After I scanned the ticket to confirm the win, I immediately shared the news with my sister and mother. They were thrilled,” the winner stated, attributing this and previous wins to his father. He purchased the ticket at a popular Jewel-Osco shop, specifically located at 7329 S Cass Ave in Darien. The retailer......

Washington DC Seeks to Introduce Online Casinos and Ban Sweepstakes

(AsiaGameHub) -   The District of Columbia is considering the introduction of online casinos, a move championed by Councilmember Wendel Felder. Last Thursday, Felder introduced a new draft bill, B26-0656, which aims to significantly reform Washington, DC’s iGaming regulations. The proposed legislation seeks to achieve multiple objectives, including modernizing the gaming framework, enhancing consumer protections, and recapturing revenue currently being lost to offshore and unlicensed operators. Building on its experience with mobile sports betting, launched in 2019, Washington, DC is now looking to expand its gambling offerings by introducing online casinos linked to existing land-based establishments, according to Felder. Pushing into Online Casinos: Is This Next for Washington, DC?  Washington, DC has historically been hesitant to legalize iGaming, with the District of Columbia showing resistance to such initiatives in the past. However, Felder's bill is presented as a strateg......

Intensifying Pressure Demands Delay of UK Gambling Affordability Checks

(AsiaGameHub) -   There is growing pressure to stop the implementation of new gambling affordability checks across the UK, with a leading reform campaigner calling on the government to rethink its strategy due to rising worries about the policy's possible effects. Reform Supporter Challenges Gambling Measures, Calls for Pilot Evaluation Dr James Noyes, previously a proponent of financial checks for online betting, has requested Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy to pause their implementation. According to The Guardian, he stated in a formal letter that these measures ought not to advance until the outcomes of a current pilot program are completely evaluated. Noyes, a senior fellow at the Social Market Foundation, endorsed the concept years ago as a component of wider initiatives to curb gambling harm. However, his backing relied on conditions like minimal user interference and the establishment of robust consumer safeguards, such as an independent ombudsman. He now indicates that these prerequisites might n......

Flamingo Las Vegas Reports Two Jackpots in Rapid Succession

(AsiaGameHub) -   It's a common practice for Las Vegas properties, and casinos nationwide, to publicize significant wins. In line with this tradition, Flamingo Las Vegas celebrated two such fortunate occurrences last night, with two individuals claiming substantial winnings just hours apart. Two Jackpots Drop from Three Card Poker, Jackpots Secured Mere Hours Apart Both the property and the fortunate players were generous in sharing the details of these wins. Among them was Tuesdee F., who achieved a straight flush in Three Card Poker, earning her a $149,944 win from the progressive jackpot. Tuesdee F. was visiting Flamingo Las Vegas from Lambertville, New Jersey, to celebrate her birthday, and it certainly turned out to be a memorable one! She wasn't the only one to leave the casino in a better mood. The second winner, Tim H. from Anoka, Minnesota, also played the same game – Three Card Poker – and secured an impressive payout amounting to $475,669. He too hit one of the progressive jack......

New Hampshire Communities Take Action to Exclude Casinos under New Law

(AsiaGameHub) -   Numerous municipalities across New Hampshire have promptly acted under a recently enacted law that empowers local governments to decline casino projects within their boundaries. The legislation, which became effective last year, is already influencing how towns approach the expansion of the state’s rapidly growing gambling industry. Eight New Hampshire Towns Opt Out of Casinos Amidst Expanding Local Authority To date, eight localities have chosen to ban new gaming establishments. These include Henniker, Candia, Bedford, Barrington, Hancock, New London, and Littleton. Portsmouth also implemented a comparable prohibition following the law's passage. Another town, Conway, is anticipated to conduct its vote shortly, suggesting further similar outcomes may emerge, as reported by the Concord Monitor. Advocates for the legislation contend it aligns with New Hampshire's established commitment to local governance. Responsible gambling organizations state that residents value the ability......

BetMGM’s Elvis Presley Slots Herald a New Era of Rock ‘n’ Roll Gaming

(AsiaGameHub) -   BetMGM is enhancing its selection of new digital games with the introduction of new online slot games bearing the Elvis Presley brand. These games pay tribute to the King of Rock and aim to bring his dynamic presence to the iGaming experience. The King of Rock Comes Back to Life in a Series of New BetMGM Casino Slot Games Through a strategic alliance with Octoplay, the platform will debut a collection of branded games. These games will allow players to revisit the golden era of rock’n’roll and experience the vibrant atmosphere of a past Las Vegas that has significantly influenced the modern city, all set to the music of the King. This latest collaboration follows similar content agreements, most recently with FashionTV Gaming Group, which has already resulted in the integration of branded content onto the BetMGM platform. Commenting on the launch, BetMGM SVP Oliver Bartlett stated: “Elvis Presley played a crucial role in shaping the entertainment landscape......

Seres Cements Luxury EV Leadership with Record Sales and RMB12.51 Billion R&D Investment

HONG KONG, Apr 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The new energy vehicle industry represents the core direction of the global automotive industry transformation and upgrading, and serves as a key lever for achieving carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals. Seres (9927.HK), as a leading luxury new energy vehicle enterprise in China, recently released its 2025 annual results. The data shows that in 2025, the Company achieved revenue of approximately RMB164.89 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 13.63%; net profit attributable to Shareholders of the listed company amounted to approximately RMB5.96 billion, realizing profitability for two consecutive years, delivering a remarkable performance amid the industry transformation wave.Substantial Growth in Sales, Active Dividend Distribution to Reward ShareholdersIn 2025, Seres achieved substantial growth in product sales, continuing to lead the premium new energy market. The Company’s premium brand, AITO, recorded cumulative annual ......