Industry
September 24, 2024
Jay-Z Proposes $250M in Grants for Hell’s Kitchen in NY Casino Bid
The famous American rapper and entrepreneur, Jay-Z, reportedly plans to boost his Times Square casino bid by offering $250 million in proposed grants that would benefit Hell’s Kitchen. Jay-Z’s Rock Nation Remains in NY Casino License Race Together with Roc Nation, the famous rapper joined forces with SL Green and Ceasars Entertainment in a bid […]
Industry
September 24, 2024
West Texas A&M University Blocks Access to Online Gambling
West Texas A&M University, the University that has been part of the Texas A&M University system since 1990 and is located in Canyon, Texas, announced it has completely blocked access to any online gambling websites. Ban on Online Gambling Access via WT-Owned Networks and Devices A confirmation about the complete block on online gambling emerged […]
Industry
September 23, 2024
Dutch Law Firm Critiques the Gambling Tax Hike
A gambling law firm has criticized the Dutch government for ignoring the industry’s tax hike-related concerns. The Netherlands, for context, is considering a tax increase, which many believe would hurt the regulated market. The Tax Changes Displeased the Industry The tax increase was proposed earlier this year. The government expects to rake in hundreds of […]
Industry
September 23, 2024
Restaurant Owner Convicted of Tax Fraud, Misusing Funds for Gambling
According to a press release from the US Department of Justice, a federal jury has convicted R. B. of Cincinnati for failing to pay taxes he withheld from his employees’ wages at three fried chicken restaurants that were under his ownership and operation. The conviction followed a relatively brief five-day trial that took place in […]
Industry
September 23, 2024
RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard Rally Trump Supporters in Vegas
In a surprising political alliance, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former US Representative Tulsi Gabbard took the stage in Las Vegas on Saturday to rally support for Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential bid. Addressing a crowd of passionate supporters, Kennedy said the Democratic Party he once knew “no longer exists.” Meanwhile, he and Gabbard explained their […]
Industry
September 23, 2024
Labor MP Asks Channel 4 to Apply Gambling Ad Blanket Ban
Labor MP for Leeds Central and Headingley Alex Sobel has asked publicly owned Channel 4 to stop broadcasting gambling advertisements in the context of the repeated calls for the introduction of a blanket ban across all TV stations. Questions regarding the odds of Channel 4 deciding to implement the ban will be raised during a […]
Industry
September 23, 2024
Green Day Slams Las Vegas as the “Worst Shithole in America”
Billie Joe Armstrong, the lead singer of Green Day, just lambasted Las Vegas during a performance in San Francisco. The musician expressed strong discontentment at the relocation of the Oakland A’s and invited fans from the Bay Area to remain united. Green Day Disagrees with the Relocation of the Oakland A’s Armstrong gave his speech […]
Industry
September 23, 2024
Texas Losing Tax Revenue to Neighboring States’ Sportsbooks, Casinos
The gambling laws in Texas are one of the toughest in the country as casino gambling and sports betting aren’t permitted. There are a handful of casinos operated by Native American tribes, but widespread commercial gambling isn’t permitted. Texas Loses Gambling Tax Revenue to Other States Despite its tough stance on gambling, Texas is certainly […]
Industry
September 23, 2024
Tasmanians’ Pokie Machine Losses Surpass $1bn Since 2018
The losses to gambling activities amount to hundreds of millions of dollars across Australia monthly. Piling up, the losses are in the billions on an annual basis with Australians recognized as the world’s biggest losers. Gambling Losses in Tasmania Pile Up But it is not only the popularity of gambling that results in high losses. […]
Industry
September 20, 2024
Safe Gambling Breakthrough to Help Safeguard French Consumers
France has taken a significant step forward in promoting responsible gambling with a new cooperation between the national gaming regulator, Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), and the National Union of Family Associations (UNAF). The agreement follows up on the regulator’s ongoing efforts to combat problem gambling and prevent underage participation in gaming activities. UNAF Enjoys […]
