In the wake of a cyber breach at the renowned Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona, the FBI and local law enforcement have launched a thorough investigation, shedding light on the escalating concerns surrounding cybersecurity within the casino realm. This incident, which led to a significant disruption in services, amplifies the vulnerabilities prevalent in the industry and underscores the urgent need for heightened security measures

Casino Del Sol Responds Swiftly to Cybersecurity Breach, Maintains Core Services

Upon uncovering unauthorized attempts to breach its network, Casino Del Sol promptly took action, notifying the public through its official channels and swiftly suspending various services, including casino credit, cash transactions, and ATM services, among others, reported BNN Breaking. 

While essential gambling services like poker, slot machines, and table games remained operational, the disruption affected critical functions, necessitating immediate attention to restore normalcy.

In a bid to mitigate the fallout from the breach, the casino resorted to cash-only transactions at its dining establishments and bars, ensuring minimal disruption to guest experiences. Despite these measures, guests encountered inconveniences such as malfunctioning electronic room keys, prompting staff to assist with manual access to rooms—a testament to the widespread impact of the breach on day-to-day operations.

Such incidents not only undermine consumer trust but also pose significant financial risks, as evidenced by the estimated $100 million cost incurred by MGM Resorts International following a similar cyberattack in 2023.

Casino Del Sol Apologizes, Highlights Urgent Need for Cybersecurity Measures

In response to the breach, Casino Del Sol apologized for any disruptions caused to its patrons and reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing guest safety and security. The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the evolving nature of cyber threats and the imperative of proactive measures to safeguard sensitive data and maintain operational continuity.

At the beginning of February, cybersecurity expert Dan Lohrmann warned of the persistent threat of cyberattacks targeting casinos, citing the incidents involving major gambling operators like MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment. 

Despite efforts to mitigate risks, the industry remains vulnerable, with Lohrmann emphasizing the importance of proactive monitoring and strategic action to reduce the likelihood of breaches and ransomware attacks. 

Lohrmann’s insights highlighted the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures across the gambling sector in response to escalating cyber threats. As authorities delve deeper into the investigation of the cyber breach at Casino Del Sol, the broader implications of the attack reverberate across the casino industry, prompting a reevaluation of existing security protocols and crisis management strategies.

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Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort in San Huan, Puerto Rico is a popular gaming location that delivers unrivaled entertainment. The beach-styled casino offers plenty of gaming amenities which were recently enhanced even further. As reported by the News Journal, earlier this week, Casino del Mar opened a new exclusive area catering to the needs of high-stakes gamblers.

The new attraction is separated from the main casino area and represents an investment of $1 million. The new space, meeting the demands of high-stakes players is called the High Limit Pit. Visitors to the exclusive high-stakes area can benefit from elevated and thrilling experiences with increased thresholds for wagers.

Besides offering high-stakes games, the private area brings an exclusive bar for its visitors. The new High Limit Pit opened its doors to visitors on Tuesday this week and it offers classic casino games such as slot machines, Baccarat, Roulette as well as Blackjack.

What’s more, the new high-stakes area stands out with innovative technology and private entertainment, delivering exclusive and engaging experiences for a wide range of players. According to Casino del Mar, the High Limit Pit helped create new workplaces with the hiring of 10 new employees.

The High Limit Pit Offers Exciting Experiences

Sigfrido De Jesús, Casino del Mar’s general manager, shared his excitement about the latest announcement, explaining that the venue delivers a new form of entertainment and elevated experiences by setting the stakes high. He added that the new exclusive high-limit area offers popular casino games, including Blackjack, Roulette and slots. Finally, De Jesús spoke about the innovative technologies that power the High Limit Pit.

“We are pioneers once again in the gaming industry, redefining the boundaries by curating high-end attractions within a bespoke environment, catering to those who revel in setting higher stakes.“

Sigfrido De Jesús, general manager of Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort

Recently, the leading gaming and hospitality company, Caesars Entertainment, announced its entry into the regulated sports betting market in Puerto Rico. At the beginning of last month, the company confirmed the launch of its mobile app, expanding its footprint beyond the retail sector.

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Real Madrid lost 2-0 to Real Sociedad on Tuesday, the result of which is that Los Blancos are now 14 points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona. Their dream of winning the league is practically over, but they do stand a great chance to win the Spanish Cup. For that, they just need to beat the +850 underdog Osasuna this coming Saturday.

Real Madrid vs Osasuna Odds

*Odds taken from bet365 on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

When, Where, and How to Watch?

• Place: Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville, Spain
• Date: Saturday, May 6, 2023
• Time: 4:00 PM ET
• How to Watch: ESPN+

Real Madrid Going All-In on in Copa del Rey

Real Madrid is King’s Club, so it would be more than appropriate for them to win King’s Cup. Even though this is the most successful Spanish club overall, Real Madrid is only third in the list of Copa del Rey winners, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid having significantly more trophies.

Further, it’s been a while since Los Blancos won it the last time (2014), which is another incentive for these guys to give their utmost on Saturday. Still, the No. 1 reason why we expect Carlo Ancelotti’s boys to go all-in in Copa del Rey Final is that one trophy has already slipped from their hands.

They’ve got 14 points fewer than Barcelona in La Liga, and with just five more rounds left to play, Barca just need one point to seal the deal.

On the bright side for Los Blancos, they still have a good chance to retain the Champions League title – they’ve reached the semi-finals of that competition. The first leg of the Man City doubleheader is played three days after the Copa del Rey Final, but you can be certain that this fact doesn’t impact the players’ focus. These guys are coming to Seville determined to get ahold of the trophy.

Can Osasuna Cause the Biggest Upset in Spanish Soccer in 2023?

The short answer is – no. The longer answer is that the boys from the Basque Region just don’t have the quality needed to beat the Madrid powerhouse. So, how did they manage to get all the way to the final game of the Spanish Cup?

Well, they got lucky. In the semifinal, they were better than Athletic Bilbao, winning 2-1 on aggregate. They did okay in both of those games, but it’s the Athletic player who should feel bad about not putting in more effort.

Before that, Osasuna defeated out-of-shape Sevilla, as well as Real Betis. And in the early stages of the competition, these guys routinely beat a couple of teams from the lower tiers of the Spanish league system. Knowing all this, it’s clear that Osasuna’s toughest challenge is on the program on Saturday.

Real Madrid vs Osasuna Prediction

Real Madrid is the team that’s going to win the 2023 Copa del Rey on Saturday. Los Blancos do have some problems with injuries, but even if Ancelotti let only reserves on the pitch, they’d still do better than Osasuna.

Pick: Real Madrid to win

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Supplier of sports betting technology and solutions Kambi Group announced today it has signed an agreement to provide del Lago Resort & Casino in Waterloo, New York, with its on-property sportsbook solution.

New On-Property Partner

The agreement between Kambi and the land-based casino owned and operated by horse racing and entertainment operator Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) will see the leading supplier of sports betting technology provide its on-property betting solution and services to the casino in upstate New York.

Commenting on the new multi-year agreement, Kambi Group’s chief executive officer and co-founder, Kristian Nylén, could not hide his excitement “to sign del Lago Resort & Casino” as Kambi’s newest on-property partner in New York.

New York is a state known for its passionate sports fans and we are committed to bringing our high-quality sports betting service to the customers of one of the premier properties in the state.

Kristian Nylén, CEO, Kambi Group

Under the agreement, Kambi will deliver its best-in-class retail sports betting products and services to enhance sports betting operations at the casino which won the World Casino Award for North America’s Best Casino, as well as the New York’s Best Casino and Hotel award.

Pursuing the Best Casino Experience Possible

On behalf of del Lago Resorts & Casino, the casino’s general manager, Lance Young, expressed his and his team’s contentment with the opportunity “to partner with Kambi and leverage their award-winning sports betting technology” in pursuit of the best casino experience possible for the casino patrons and guests.

“The addition of Kambi’s products and services to our retail sportsbook and modern casino floor will create an even more exciting viewing and betting experience on game days,” Young concluded.

The technology delivered by Kambi will complement the casino’s already extensive gaming floor, more than 100 square feet dominated by modern LED video screens, to help create an even more exciting betting experience for del Lago’s customers.

The agreement with del Lago Resort & Casino is the second for Kambi with a land-based casino operator in February following the extension of its partnership with Sun International in Africa earlier in the month to continue to power the operator’s sports betting operations.

In January, Kambi teamed with Miami Valley Gaming, an operator of harness racing track and casino in Turtlecreek Township in Ohio, to power the operator’s sportsbook with its sports betting technology and services.

In December, Kambi signed a deal with Rei do Pitaco, a daily fantasy sports operator in Brazil, to provide it with sports betting technology.

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