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Jerome García
Senior JournalistJerome provides expert industrial analysis, exploring the shifting dynamics of emerging markets throughout the digital age. With a background in applied economics, he decodes how rapid digitalization and tech infrastructure disrupt traditional supply chains. His data-driven insights empower global investors and executives to navigate volatile economies and capitalize on untapped, high-growth opportunities worldwide.
Casino
April 14, 2025
Fight to Snuff Out Smoking in Rhode Island Casinos Continues
Legislature in Rhode Island is continuing to hear the case argued against smoking on casino floors, with the State House and the House Committee on Finance receiving evidence from interest groups who have argued against the legal loophole that allows casino floors to maintain the questionable practice. Rhode Island Has a Clean Indoor Air Act […]
Industry
April 14, 2025
Nevada Still Reluctant to Regulate Lottery in the State
Nevada continues to be adamant when it comes to state lotteries – it’s just a no-go in the Silver State, despite its wide-spread gambling industry. The latest attempt to legalize this particular aspect of gambling came a cropper last Friday when Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager confirmed that AJR5 had failed to garner the necessary momentum […]
Business
April 14, 2025
Penn Entertainment Doubles Down on Product with New CPO Hire
Penn Entertainment has picked a former FanDuel veteran to lead its product division, with Billy Turchin stepping in as the company’s new CPO. This will allow the company to spearhead its efforts in bringing around a more worthwhile end product to players across its brands, to name ESPN Bet, Hollywood Casino, and theScore. Penn Entertainment […]
Lottery
April 11, 2025
Weekday Windfall Awards AU$1M to Cheltenham Couple
A Victoria, Australia couple was pleasantly surprised after winning a life-changing AU$1 million prize. The Cheltenham husband and wife scored the single division one winning entry on Wednesday from Weekday Windfall, collecting the entire prize. Lucky Couple Hits Weekday Windfall Jackpot On Thursday, The Lott released details regarding the fortunate south-east Melbourne residents. While their […]
Industry
April 11, 2025
Online Casino Legalization Fails in Two US States
With legal online gambling restricted to several US states, lawmakers across the country tried to increase the number of states that permit iGaming. Such effort was led in both Maine and Arkansas, but sadly, none of the proposals in the two states made through this legislative session. iGaming Expansion Across the Country Hits a Snag […]
Industry
April 11, 2025
Saks Fifth Avenue Abandons Casino Project in Midtown NYC
A total of 11 companies showed interest in securing one of the three lucrative New York downstate casino licenses. Now, the number of likely bidders has gone down, as reportedly one company decided to drop from the process and no longer pursues securing a license. Midtown Casino License Bidder Drops from Race Saks Global, the […]
Industry
April 10, 2025
Hudson Yards West Project Advances with Important Approval
Wynn Resorts and Related Companies’ bid for a hotel and casino resort in New York picked up significant speed after important approval. Earlier this week, Hudson Yards West, the project proposed by the two companies, received approval from the City Planning Commission (CPC), marking an important step in the ongoing process. The Development Is Expected […]
Business
April 10, 2025
Room Tax Revenue Expected to Decrease in Las Vegas
Amid the recently imposed tariffs by the United States that have the potential to spill into a global trade war, tourism across the country may be impacted. In particular, the recent tariffs imposed on Canada and Mexico, are raising concerns for the tourism industry in Las Vegas. Tariffs May Impact US GDP and Tourism The […]
Industry
April 10, 2025
New North Carolina Bill Aims to Ban College Sports Prop Bets
More than a year ago, early in March 2024, North Carolina introduced online sports betting. To participate in the activity, a bettor needs to be 21 years of age or older. While North Carolina permits wagering on college sports, including college prop bets, betting on youth sports is prohibited. Now, a new proposal seeks to […]
Industry
April 9, 2025
Poker Pro James Kerr Tied to Illegal Gambling House
A professional poker player from Florida, who has won hundreds of thousands of dollars from playing the game professionally, is accused of running an illegal gambling house and money laundering. That is the case with James Kerr, a 39-year-old Lakeland professional poker player, who is in hot water after being accused of running an illegal […]
