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Hard Rock International Announces Collaboration with Clean the World
Hard Rock’s motto of “Save the Planet” rings true as currently participating properties begin efforts to recycle hygiene products for worldwide distribution
Hard Rock International announces an impact collaboration with Clean the World (CTW), a leader in global health dedicated to WASH (water, sanitization, and hygiene) and global sustainability. The brand continues to live up to its “Save the Planet” creed as participating HRI hotels will implement the immediate collection and donation of recycled hotel soap and bottled in-room amenities such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, to help fight the global spread of preventable diseases through the distribution of sanitized hygiene kits crafted with these recycled materials.
With headquarters in Orlando and recycling centers in Orlando, Las Vegas, Hong Kong, Punta Cana and Amsterdam, Clean the World is a social enterprise dedicated to saving millions of lives around the world while simultaneously diverting hotel waste from landfills. On average, more than 3,600 children die every day from hygiene-related illnesses, primarily pneumonia and diarrheal disease, which are two of the top killers of children under the age of 5. This program aims to eliminate the aforementioned crisis, while sustainably discarding waste from participating hotels.
Along with contribution of soaps and recycled amenities, Hard Rock International will implement Clean the World’s “hygiene kit building program” as a group and community engagement activity offered at participating Hard Rock Hotels across the U.S. This hands-on program allows meeting professionals and event planners to incorporate an eco-friendly exercise that promotes team building and group cooperation, while giving back to impoverished individuals and reducing waste.
“The Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos brand is a true leader in CSR through their ‘Save the Planet’ initiative, and we are thrilled to partner with them for a Clean the World Hygiene Kit building event,” says Shawn Seipler, founder and CEO of Clean the World. “These kits give event attendees the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community by serving our local neighbors in need and providing them with necessary hygiene supplies to stay clean.”
“We’re incredibly excited to offer such a positive and philanthropic team-building initiative to the MICE community,” says Danielle Babilino, senior vice president of global sales and marketing for Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos. “One of Hard Rock’s founding mottos is ‘Save the Planet.’ This is an extension of how we live our brand creed through giving back to the communities that our properties reside in.”
Clean the World provides all of the guidance and materials, so attendees can build hygiene kits and donate them to local organizations. Each standard hygiene kit contains soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, wash cloth and an inspirational card, however, CTW offers a variety of specialty kits, including a women’s, children’s and veteran-specific hygiene kit. Once completed, the Clean the World Hygiene Kits are donated to a local charity of the property’s choice.
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona and Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos in Tampa and Hollywood were some of the first properties to contribute to the Clean the World’s efforts, with the rest of Hard Rock’s international portfolio finalizing contribution arrangements.
As leaders in gaming, hospitality and entertainment, the iconic Hard Rock brand plans to announce more Save the Planet initiatives, including partnerships with key charity partners sharing the values of the business to help protect the earth’s natural resources and environment.
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Q3 2024 Milestone: Bingo Paradise Achieves Best-Ever Quarterly Performance
Bingo Paradise has set a new benchmark for success, achieving its best quarterly performance ever in Q3 2024. This milestone was driven by a remarkable increase in first-time depositors (FTDs), underscoring the platform’s ability to deliver outstanding results in the UK iGaming market. The growth reflects the affiliate’s dedication to transparency, compliance, and creating value for players and operators alike.
“Q3 2024 has been a standout quarter for Bingo Paradise,” said Tom Waite, Manager of Bingo Paradise. “Our success is thanks to the hard work of our small team of talented writers and the oversight of our dedicated compliance manager. Together, they ensure that we provide honest, transparent reviews and operate within the highest industry standards. This, combined with our marketing efforts, including SEO and negotiating exciting player offers with operators, has been key to sending substantially more FTD’s to the operators.”
The 65.24% year-on-year growth in FTDs compared to Q3 2023 is a clear testament to the affiliate’s ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the market. Bingo Paradise’s honest, detailed reviews have played a crucial role in this success, helping players make informed choices while ensuring that all content meets the stringent requirements set by the CAP Code. Its compliance manager works diligently to ensure the platform operates at the highest standards.
Exclusive and personalised offers have also been pivotal to the platform’s appeal. By partnering with UKGC-licensed operators, Bingo Paradise is able to promote deals that provide genuine value to players. These partnerships reinforce the platform’s reputation as a trusted resource for players and a dependable affiliate partner for operators.
This record-breaking quarter highlights Bingo Paradise’s capacity for innovation and growth. The company’s success lies in its ability to balance player needs with operator expectations, delivering results that benefit all stakeholders. As the iGaming market continues to evolve, Bingo Paradise is well-positioned to maintain its leadership and build on its impressive Q3 performance.
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RocketPlay launches Sports Advent Calendar for December: daily surprises await
The holiday season is here, and RocketPlay is bringing an extra dose of excitement to players with its exclusive Sports Advent Calendar. From December 3 to December 25, each day will unveil a new challenge and reward, turning every moment into a festive thrill for betting enthusiasts.
Advent calendars are a beloved holiday tradition, offering surprises behind every door. RocketPlay has reimagined this concept into an action-packed betting adventure, where each “door” reveals a unique opportunity to win. From Freebets to combo boosters, no-deposit bonuses, and beyond, players can enjoy daily gifts designed to make their December unforgettable.
How does it work?
The RocketPlay Advent Calendar offers a straightforward approach: participants log in daily, check the calendar, complete the designated task, and receive a generous reward. Some examples of the challenges include:
- Placing three bets of 20 EUR or more on Hockey with odds from 1.60 to earn a 10 EUR Freebet.
- Making a combo bet with at least 3 NBA matches with odds from 1.70 for a 10% boost on the final odds.
- Creating combos with EPL matches at odds from 1.70 to unlock a 10% odds boost.
Each day introduces a new activity, providing fresh opportunities to participate and enjoy special rewards throughout the month.
Why RocketPlay?
RocketPlay isn’t just a betting platform. It’s a community of thrill-seekers and reward chasers. With a wide array of betting markets, generous promotions, and top-notch support, it is dedicated to making every player feel like a winner.
This December, RocketPlay is set to add a touch of excitement to the holiday season. Players can visit daily, unlock the Advent Calendar surprises, and turn this month into their most rewarding December yet.
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Gaming Control Board (GCB) Statement on Allegations Regarding Curaçao’s Licensing Reforms
The Gaming Control Board (GCB) took notice of a recent complaint made regarding the National Ordinance on Games of Chance (LOK) reform process and the integrity of Curaçao’s licensing regime and wishes to state as follows.
Authority to issue licenses
In pursuance of the National Ordinance on Hazard Games (NOOGH), the Governor is authorized to grant licenses for operating hazard games on the international market via service line providers. This authority was mandated to the Minister of Finance in December 2019, who subsequently mandated this authority to the GCB in March 2020, followed by an amendment in November of 2023. Hence, the GCB has the authority to grant, amend, suspend temporarily, revoke, or deny licenses, as well as attach terms and conditions to licenses. The allegation that the GCB lacks the legal authority to grant license is therefore incorrect.
The licenses granted on the basis of the NOOGH are not provisional licenses. Any applicant whose application is approved will be issued a license.
When the new regulatory framework (LOK) is enacted and comes into force, NOOGH license holders will automatically be granted a provisional license based on the LOK. This allows them up to one year to comply fully with all LOK requirements as a transition period.
Comprehensive Licensing Process
Under the current regime, GCB has established a multi-phase license assessment process.
License applications undergo completeness checks for the required documents, due diligence on decision-makers including sanction screening, review of the business plan and initial evaluation of the websites.
At each stage, communication with the applicant is facilitated via the GCB online portal resulting in absolute transparency, and real-time checklists are available to every single applicant.
This assessment process concludes with a report, based upon which the GCB executive team decides whether to grant or deny a license. The applicant can follow this process through the portal. The application and monitoring processes are largely manual but are supported by technology. Currently, there is little to no use of AI by the GCB, although going forward it would be remiss not to incorporate emerging technologies where it adds value. This licensing process is managed by the GCB with the support of its team of advisors.
Fee Payment
Once licenses are approved, invoices are issued by the GCB and the operators pay their fees directly into an official government bank account and not via the online gaming portal. There is no scope for mismanagement. The assertion that funds may have been embezzled is therefore not correct. Once the payment has been received the license will be granted by the GCB.
Foreign Violations
Operators are responsible for ensuring compliance with the legal requirements of all jurisdictions in which they operate. Violations are addressed by competent foreign authorities. The GCB does not have the jurisdiction to oversee or intervene in alleged breaches of foreign regulations. In this context, the GCB relies on formal decisions issued by competent foreign authorities. Enforcement actions taken by the GCB depend on factors such as the severity of the violation.
Player Complaints
Player complaints handling is the responsibility of the online operators, based on their terms and conditions, which are reviewed by the GCB. Under the LOK, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) will be made mandatory to ensure more independent evaluations. Complaints received from players and future reports from ADR entities will be used as inputs in the GCB’s risk-based supervision process.
Experienced Team
In the interest of effectively implementing the new policy, the GCB collaborates with global experts, including reputable consultants with extensive experience in regulated gaming jurisdictions. All these engagements are in compliance with GCB’s internal policies.
Bankruptcy Declaration: BC.Game
Due to confidentiality obligations, the GCB will not comment on specific details of this case. The issue involves a dispute between the website (BC.Game) and certain players. Bankruptcy was declared because Small House/Blockdance failed to pay players due to the dispute, leading to the court’s declaration of bankruptcy. However, this bankruptcy is administrative (based on a civil law statute in Curacao) and is not due to insolvency. A trustee has been appointed to handle the estate and ensure payments to players. The GCB is consulting with the regulated entity involved to determine appropriate regulatory measures.
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