One of the world’s leading real-money gaming suppliers and developers of casino content, Design Works Gaming (DWG), has announced it expanded its partnership with the gaming and entertainment industry giant, Rush Street Interactive (RSI). Under the terms of the freshly minted deal, DWG agreed to supply its portfolio of content for RSI’s BetRivers brand in Michigan.

The strategic announcement helps further expand the reach of DWG content. In fact, the recent launch marks the second US state where RSI offers games from the leading iGaming developer. Initially, the duo signed a similar deal for the regulated gambling market in New Jersey.

Now, thanks to the freshly minted partnership extension, BetRivers customers in Michigan will be able to tap into Break the Bounty LuckyTap, 10X Fortune and Double Fancy 7s slot games, which have been integrated with the OpenGaming platform from Light & Wonder. Moreover, the duo confirmed plans to introduce additional titles for players in the state soon.

In addition to the expanded deal with DWG, RSI confirmed a recent senior-level hire. The company revealed it hired the services of Eric Althaus, a casino industry veteran with significant experience, for the role of general manager at Rivers Casino Philadelphia.

The Two Companies Are Delighted to Expand Their Collaboration

DWG’s CEO, Troy Zurawski, shared his excitement about the latest collaboration. He acknowledged that the company’s expectations were surpassed after the initial launch with RSI earlier this year. Zurawski added: “RSI knows their player base inside and out and together we’ve been able to provide casino games we know are going to resonate with their customers keeping them engaged and entertained.” Finally, he said that DWG is excited to see its content reach new customers in Michigan.

“Since we first launched with RSI earlier this year, performance has far exceeded our expectations.“

Troy Zurawski, CEO of DWG

Richard Schwartz, RSI’s CEO, was also excited about the expanded partnership with DWG. He explained that the content from the leading iGaming developer resonates well with the quality offering the customers of the BetRivers brand are used to. Finally, Schwartz said that the company is thrilled to expand its offering for BetRivers customers in Michigan.

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Imperial Palace Casino in Saipan remains closed to this day. Imperial Pacific International (IPI), which operates the casino, has been involved in various controversies and almost lost its license on several occasions. However, the controversies might not be the only thing preventing the property from reopening.

As reported by Mariana Variety, two years of being closed have taken their toll on Imperial Palace. Even if the court decides that IPI can reopen its venue, the property might simply be unsafe to reopen.

It is believed that the NMI climate may have affected the structural integrity of the property, compromising its safety. The local conditions can speed up corrosion, causing devastating damage to untended venues. Considering that Imperial Palace was never finished, to begin with, there is a high likelihood of problems.

The DPW Wants to Investigate the Property

As a result, the Department of Public Works (DPW) would like to inspect Imperial Palace and see if the property is safe. DPW secretary Ray N. Yumul asked IPI to allow DPW code inspectors to check all electrical, mechanical and standard components and verify the integrity of the building and welding connections.

Yumul would also like to check the two construction cranes that have remained in place ever since the property was shut down. Considering that the cranes were already deteriorating in 2021, according to an earlier report.

The secretary promised that the investigation will prioritize identifying key areas that need immediate attention. Yumul, who has previously served as the chief executive of Imperial Palace, might be the right man for saving IPI’s property from weathering.

Unfortunately, according to a report from casino.org, the DPW remains unable to obtain approval for its investigation from the Commonwealth Casino Commission. The department has so far been unable to locate Ralph S. Demapan since the latter is likely getting ready for arbitration meetings in Hawaii.

As a result, the critical investigation might be delayed.

IPI Is Still in Trouble

Last year, IPI narrowly dodged losing its Saipan casino license, despite the company’s continued failures to pay its license and regulatory fees. IPI, once again, promised to settle its debts, causing the hearing to be postponed.

Despite making a partial payment in November, the operator continues to fail to pay its fees in a timely manner. Around that same time, the NMI greenlit the auctioning of Imperial Palace assets.

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