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Silvia Pavlof
WriterAn expert in industry analysis, Silvia closely tracks global mergers, acquisitions, and transitions in corporate strategy. She investigates market consolidation and competitive dynamics. Her sharp financial insights help executives and investors decode complex structural shifts, empowering them to navigate high-stakes deals and capitalize on emerging industry trends worldwide.
Casino
December 5, 2024
Kansas and Missouri Lawmakers Consider Casino Smoking Ban
Kansas and Missouri are getting closer to stopping people from smoking inside state-owned casinos as their lawmaking seasons come near. People are trying to put new rules in place in both states. CEASE Campaigns for Ban on Smoking in Kansas and Missouri Casinos Groups like Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects (CEASE) are pushing for banning […]
Legal
December 4, 2024
Dispute Between Tribal Nations Intensifies Over Proposed Bay Area Casino
A court fight between two Native American tribes has heated up as the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria try to stop the building of a planned casino near Windsor, California. The Graton Rancheria sued federal agencies on November 27 claiming that the project would step on their tribal rights and ancestral roots. Historic Dispute Over […]
Sports
December 4, 2024
DraftKings CEO Highlights Dominance and Future of US Online Sports Betting
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins feels sure his company together with FanDuel, will keep their top spots in the US online sports betting market. At Craig-Hallum’s 4th Annual Online Gaming Conference, Robins talked about the industry’s problems and changes while stressing DraftKings’ toughness and long-term plans. Robins Discusses Upstart Brands and the Resilience of DraftKings and […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
Man Drives SUV Off Casino Parking Garage Roof in Evansville
A guy in Evansville, Indiana, is in big trouble after a strange and damaging event at Bally’s Casino. Police say Jeremiah Oldham drove his SUV off the seventh floor of the casino’s parking garage on Monday morning. His vehicle crashed into the roof of the nearby Executive Conference Center. Man Charged with Felonies After High-Speed […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
Atlantic City Casino Smoking Debate Sparks Call for Union Leader’s Exit
The fight about smoking in Atlantic City casinos has grown more intense. Some people who stand up for workers say Local 54 of the Unite Here union takes the side of tobacco companies instead of looking out for employees. UAW Official Urges Local 54 Leader to Step Down This smoking debate reached a peak on […]
Casino
December 2, 2024
Salem Approves $160M Casino Development at Rockingham Park
The Planning Board in Salem, New Hampshire, has given conditional approval to a $160 million casino project at the former Lord & Taylor location in The Mall at Rockingham Park. After long talks and a 5-2 vote, the big project will start next year. Salem Casino Plan Backed by Officials Amid Resident Praise and Concerns […]
Industry
December 2, 2024
India Investigates Google Over Real Money Gaming App Practices
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has started looking into Google after Winzo, a real money gaming (RMG) platform, said Google was misusing its power in the RMG field. Winzo claims Google’s rules favor some apps over others, which creates an unfair market. The CCI is now checking to see if these claims are true […]
Industry
December 2, 2024
UK Mobile Games Found Violating Loot Box Disclosure Rules
A new BBC study shows many popular mobile games in the UK do not inform players about loot boxes in their ads. This lack of honesty has raised concerns about keeping customers safe as people often compare these kinds of games to gambling and say they target those who are prone to addiction. UK’s Loot […]
Casino
November 29, 2024
Tilman Fertitta Buys New York’s Famous Keens Steakhouse for $30M
Tilman Fertitta, a billionaire from Houston, has expanded his hospitality empire by acquiring the well-known Keens Steakhouse in Midtown Manhattan for $30 million. Fertitta, who owns the Houston Rockets NBA team and heads Landry’s, called the famous restaurant a “New York jewel” and promised to maintain its rich history. Historic Keens, Iconic for Its Mutton […]
Business
November 29, 2024
Blackstone Plans Spain IPO for Cirsa in 2025
Blackstone, the US-based private equity firm, is getting ready to put some of its shares in the Spanish gambling company Cirsa on the Madrid stock exchange at the start of 2025. IPO Planned as Blackstone Eyes €700M to €1B Market Valuation The company wants to float 20% to 25% of Cirsa, with people thinking it […]
