Casino
June 9, 2025
Tsleil-Waututh Nation Eyes Casino Deal at Hastings
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation (səlilwətaɬ) has taken a major step toward expanding its economic footprint by signing a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to acquire the casino operations and related land interests at Hastings Racecourse & Casino in Vancouver. “A Big Milestone for Our Nation” The deal is being negotiated with the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation, […]
Industry
June 9, 2025
Shapiro’s Skill Games Tax Plan Causes Heated Arguments in Pennsylvania
As Pennsylvania‘s budget talks intensify, Governor Josh Shapiro’s effort to make skill games legal and taxable has become a major point of disagreement. Unregulated Skill Games Face 42% Tax Under Shapiro’s Budget Plan Skill games, which are becoming more common but remain unregulated in the state, represent a growing form of gambling. Shapiro wants to […]
Casino
June 9, 2025
Alberta Resumes Buying U.S. Liquor and Gambling Machines
Alberta has quietly reversed its short-lived boycott on American-made liquor and gambling machines, just three months after Premier Danielle Smith announced the initial restrictions in response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian exports. Setting the Tone for “More Constructive Negotiations” On Friday, Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally confirmed the change, framing it as a step toward […]
Casino
June 9, 2025
New York Closes 26 Unlicensed Sweepstakes Casinos
New York Attorney General Letitia James has led a major crackdown that has an impact on 26 online platforms offering what officials consider illegal gambling through so-called sweepstakes casinos. These platforms allowed users to buy virtual coins and use them to play casino-style games with the chance to cash out winnings. They have now stopped […]
Casino
June 9, 2025
Why Sweepstakes Casinos Have a Bright Future
The sweepstakes casino industry in the United States continues to grow by leaps and bounds, with little to suggest that, despite some regulatory challenges, operators intend to slow down their roll anytime soon. The global market for sweepstakes casinos is set to hit $350 billion by 2032, according to data from Global Market Insights. In […]
Industry
June 8, 2025
Macau Police Arrest Two in Casino Chip Theft Scheme
Two mainland Chinese men are under arrest after they allegedly stole HK$45,000 ($5,700) worth of chips from another player at a Cotai casino earlier this week. According to the police, the two suspects, both unemployed, utilized sleight of hand and coordination to commit the crime during an active game. Fortunately, casino staff and law enforcement […]
Casino
June 6, 2025
Hacksaw Gaming to Go Public Amidst Sustained Growth
In a pivotal move signaling its increasing international ambitions, Hacksaw Gaming has officially confirmed its intentions to go public on Nasdaq Stockholm, marking a significant milestone for one of Europe’s fastest-growing iGaming technology firms. The company’s expanding worldwide presence and history of success should make it an attractive investment opportunity, bolstering its momentum. The IPO […]
Casino
June 6, 2025
Japan Arrests 9 People Tied to $629M Gambling Ring
Nine people in Japan have been arrested by police forces following an investigation into a massive gambling operation, which may have processed as much as $628.5 million in illicit gambling proceeds, or a total of 90 billion yen. Japan Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling, Targets $628.5M Ring The group of people arrested is alleged to […]
Industry
June 6, 2025
Wynn Rebrands Crown London as Wynn Mayfair After Purchase
In January, Australia’s Crown Resorts announced it would sell London Casino to Wynn Resorts Ltd as a way of aligning with its strategy to invest in Australian assets. Now, Wynn Resorts has officially taken over the London-based property, formerly known as Aspinall’s, clearly marking its intention to further expand. New Name for the Iconic Building […]
Casino
June 6, 2025
Florida Sheriff Arrested as Part of $21M+ Gambling Bust
Florida is keeping the heat on illegal gambling with state authorities now homing in on a new multi-million ring, that has implicated at least one member of law enforcement. Authorities arrested a sheriff in central Florida and charged him with racketeering as well as conspiracy. Sheriff Arrested as Part of Gambling Operation Bust Marcos Lopez […]
