Casino
October 23, 2025
PAGCOR Reports Decline in Revenue Due to E-Wallet Restrictions
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (PAGCOR) has reported a “sharp decline” in the overall online gambling revenue generated from the sector in August. This is the first month of operations since a block on e-wallet payments was enacted, leading to the dip in overall performance. New Measures Bite into PAGCOR’s Income-Generation Commenting on the […]
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October 23, 2025
Westmoreland Judge Criticizes Local Casino’s Role in Crime Trends
A Westmoreland County judge expressed concern about what he saw as an increasing number of crimes tied to the casino at Westmoreland Mall. He shared these thoughts while sentencing a Jeannette man caught with a loaded gun while playing blackjack at Live! Casino Pittsburgh. Man Sentenced to Probation After Being Caught with Gun at Hempfield […]
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October 22, 2025
Milton Keynes Braces for the Opening of Merkur’s New Casino
Milton Keynes is bracing to welcome a premium gaming destination as Merkur Casino prepares to open its newest property in the English city. The new venue will go live on November 1, providing locals with premium gaming opportunities. Merkur to Enhance Milton Keynes with New Casino The new Merkur Casino will open inside Xscape Milton […]
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October 22, 2025
Ohio’s Online Casino Push Loses Momentum Yet Again
Ohio is not going to see iGaming regulated any time soon, with the state having to settle for land-based casinos and online sports betting instead. Online casinos have proven to be too divisive a point. Ohio’s Gambling Efforts for Online Casinos Still Falter According to House Speaker Matt Huffman, the legislative session will wrap up […]
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October 22, 2025
Video Gambling Magnate Joins Republican Contest for Illinois Governor
Rick Heidner, a rich real estate investor and video gaming businessman from Barrington Hills, has now jumped into the Republican primary race to become Illinois governor. His campaign paperwork filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections adds another name to an already packed GOP lineup before the March 2026 primary. Video Gaming Tycoon Rick […]
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October 21, 2025
Arkansas Player Refused to Gun for Mega Millions – Got $1.38M
For one unsuspecting and incidental lottery player, the day would be much better than originally expected. The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery announced on October 20 that a state player has been able to scoop a $1-million win, while thinking of gunning for a much bigger prize – the $625 million. Man Gives Up on Mega Millions, […]
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October 21, 2025
Experts Urge Unified Reform for Korea’s Casino Industry
South Korea’s integrated resort (IR) industry is at a crossroads. During a recent Korea Times Global Business Club event, tourism and policy experts demanded bold reforms to make the sector more competitive, warning that outdated systems and fragmented oversight are holding it back. A Need for Fresh Ideas and Mergers Moderator Seo Won-seok, a professor […]
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October 21, 2025
Virginia Lawmakers Take Another Look at Plans for Gaming Commission
Virginia lawmakers are taking another look at the idea to create a central authority to oversee the state’s expanding gambling industry. During a subcommittee meeting on Monday, officials talked about the possibility to form the Virginia Gaming Commission, an idea that has come up again after years of discussion. Casino Operators Brief Lawmakers on Community […]
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October 20, 2025
Hostage Standoff Unfolds at Foxwoods Resort Casino
In the early hours of Monday, a dramatic incident took place at the Foxwoods Resort Casino situated in Mashantucket, Connecticut, as police surrounded the sprawling complex following reports of an armed hostage situation inside one of the hotel towers. While details remain scarce, authorities appear to have the situation under control for the time being. […]
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October 20, 2025
India Supreme Court Reviews Online Gambling PIL
India’s Supreme Court has started reviewing a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by the Centre for Accountability and Systemic Change (CASC). The organization that wishes to “make governance accountable” and “ensure the rule of law is enforced and justice is given to all” is now seeking a ban on online gambling platforms that it says […]
