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Jerome García
JournalistJerome brings a wealth of journalistic experience within the iGaming sector. His interest in the industry began after graduating from college, where he regularly participated in local poker tournaments. This exposure led him to the growing popularity of online poker and casino rooms. Jerome now channels all the knowledge he's accrued to fuel his passion for journalism, providing our team with the latest scoops online.
Industry
January 13, 2025
California Tribe’s $700M Casino Project Receives Approval
A landmark decision by the US Department of Interior cleared the path for a casino project by the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians. Federal Approval Granted for Proposed Scotts Valley $700M Casino Nearly a decade ago, in 2016, the Tribe sought approval for getting approximately 160 acres of land in Vallejo into trust with […]
Casino
January 13, 2025
Coquille Tribe’s Medford Casino Project Receives Federal Approval
There are more than 500 tribal casinos across the United States, data from the American Gaming Association suggests. Such establishments allow sovereign nations to generate proceeds and create jobs, effectively supporting their communities. In Oregon, there are a total of nine federally recognized tribes. One tribe that has been waiting for approval for a new […]
Industry
January 13, 2025
Lawmakers in Pennsylvania Target Skill Games for Regulation
Skill games are yet to pay taxes or undergo regulation in Pennsylvania. While the popular gambling devices can be found across the state, they are not considered illegal. This was the conclusion of the Commonwealth Court in 2023, which acknowledged that skill games, although not regulated are not illegal. Last year, Pennsylvania lawmakers didn’t agree […]
Legal
January 13, 2025
Trial Date Set for Wrongful Death, Negligence Lawsuit Against Wynn
Late in 2023, the family of a woman who collapsed at a slot and died while at Wynn Las Vegas filed a lawsuit against the hospitality and gaming company. The legal claim was filed with the Clark County District Court with family members alleging wrongful death and negligence, among other issues. Now, the lawsuit filed […]
Industry
January 10, 2025
Tysons Casino Project Bill Returns to Virginia Lawmakers
A proposed casino in Virginia continues to raise concerns. That is the case with Tysons casino, a project proposed by the developer Comstock that would bring gambling, entertainment and hospitality to Fairfax County. We recently reported that close to $1 million was spent by opponents of the project. While that sounds like a solid figure, […]
Legal
January 10, 2025
Loterj Appeal Denied by Brazil Supreme Court
January 1, 2025, marked the launch of regulated online betting in Brazil. Streamlining regulations, combatting harm and illegal gambling, the country implemented new rules for online gambling activities, which are now regulated by the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets, also known as SPA. However, the new regulations raised concerns for some, including the State Lottery […]
Business
January 10, 2025
J&J Gaming Completes Leisure Gaming Takeover in Nevada
The national leader in the operation and installation of regulated gaming devices, J&J Gaming, announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of a Nevada-based operator of nonrestricted casinos, Leisure Gaming. Golden Route Operations Acquires Leisure Gaming The strategic acquisition was finalized on December 16, 2024, after the former secured the required regulatory approvals from […]
Industry
January 10, 2025
Cage Wars Venue Shifts, Rivers Schenectady Rejects Political Role
After collaborating for years with Rivers Casino and Resort Schenectady, Cage Wars hosted their last event at the venue on November 1, 2024. Despite the successful collaboration between the duo which dates back to 2018, Cage Wars is not going to return to the popular casino in an unexpected move that raised concerns about potential […]
Industry
January 9, 2025
Regulatory Failures Result in £1M Settlement by Greentube Alderney
Admiral Casino’s operator in the United Kingdom, Greentube Alderney Limited, is facing a tough regulatory sanction by the country’s gambling regulator amid regulatory failures. Greentube Alderney Breaches AML, Social Responsibility Rules On Thursday, the UK gambling regulator, the Gambling Commission, announced that Admiral Casino’s operator will pay £1 million ($1.23 million) after an investigation uncovered […]
Legal
January 9, 2025
New Hampshire: Recently Adopted Casino Policy May Result in Lawsuit
The owner of a business that is trying to open a casino in Keene, New Hampshire, may be taking legal action against the city. That is the case of Dorrie Masten, a business owner who in 2023 filed an application for a new charitable gaming facility in the city. However, her efforts were blocked by […]
