Casino
July 28, 2025
Former Mashpee Wampanoag Leader Admits to Tax Fraud amid Corruption Case
Former Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe chairman Cedric Cromwell pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court to four counts of filing false tax returns, closing another chapter in a years-long corruption drama related to the tribe’s languishing casino project in Taunton. Cromwell was previously sentenced for accepting bribes and misusing funds designated for the tribe. Cromwell Could Face […]
Industry
July 28, 2025
India Blocked More Than 1,500 Websites Since 2022
The Indian government has reportedly blocked as many as 1,524 gambling websites since 2022, through June 2025. The minister of state for electronics & IT, Jitin Prasada, confirmed the number as he was responding to the lower house of parliament, the Lok Sabha, giving details about how effective state deterrence against illegal gambling is. India […]
Casino
July 28, 2025
Beyoncé Brings Destiny’s Child Reunion to Las Vegas in Show-Stopping Tour Finale
Las Vegas rolled out the red carpet for music’s biggest stars this summer, hoping such high-profile performances will help counter a slump in visitor numbers. Beyoncé’s final stop on her Cowboy Carter Tour had Allegiant Stadium in a roaring boil Saturday night, with a surprise Destiny’s Child reunion and guest spots from Jay-Z and Shaboozey […]
Casino
July 25, 2025
Boyd Gaming to Create New Par-A-Dice Casino in Peoria, Illinois
Boyd Gaming CEO Keith Smith announced this week that the company is in the final stages of designing and securing regulatory approval for a “modern, new entertainment facility” that will replace the Par-A-Dice Riverboat Casino in East Peoria. Boyd Gaming Announces New Casino Plans Smith did not share specific details about the project during the […]
Casino
July 25, 2025
Bally’s Chicago Ready to Complete $250M Casino IPO
After months of setbacks, Bally’s Chicago is pushing to complete its $250 million initial public offering (IPO), aiming to finalize the deal in the coming weeks. The casino project, tied to the construction of a $1.7 billion entertainment complex in River West, has faced regulatory hurdles and legal pushback since the IPO was first launched […]
Casino
July 25, 2025
Tropicana Atlantic City Rolls Out New Promotion for Foodies
Tropicana Atlantic City is taking happy hour to a whole new level with its brand-new addition, a 14-stop food and drink crawl that allows visitors to embark on a unique culinary adventure. Dubbed the “Ultimate Happy Hour Trail,” the experience officially launched Thursday and will run until July 2026, allowing guests to participate throughout multiple […]
Business
July 25, 2025
Boyd Gaming’s Q2 Report Outlines Growth in Revenue and EBITDA
Boyd Gaming Corporation has published its financial report for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 (Q2), highlighting a stable increase in revenue and EBITDA. The strong performance was praised by Keith Smith, the company’s president and chief executive officer, who said that Boyd is bullish on creating more shareholder value. The Quarter Was a Favorable […]
Industry
July 25, 2025
Slot Reporting Threshold Set to Go Up – It’s All Big Beautiful Bill’s Doing
As lawmakers and gamblers grumble about Big Beautiful Bill, the colloquial turn of phrase for President Donald Trump’s cornerstone economic policy, one immediate effect from the bill’s passage could be, other than not having your full deductibles on your gambling losses, raising the minimum reporting threshold for slots. Slot Reporting Threshold Set to Change This […]
Casino
July 25, 2025
Las Vegas Prepares for Things to Get Worse Before They Get Better
The head of the tourism agency, Steve Hill, has said that the current situation was one of subdued demand, at a time when resorts have sought to discontinue resort fees temporarily to boost short-term demand. Las Vegas’ Immediate Results Won’t Improve, But the Future Is Bright This may work to an extent, but the Las […]
Casino
July 25, 2025
Konami Becomes 14th Licensed Supplier in the UAE
Konami Gaming, Inc has become the latest supplier to have secured a relevant license from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) in the United Arab Emirates. The firm is joining 13 others in now being a fully-regulated and legitimate supplier of local casino and gaming products. This move comes ahead of the expected roll-out […]
