Industry
September 11, 2024
Government in Thailand Hints at Plans for Three Casino Resorts in Bangkok
The new government in Thailand is exploring options for casino gambling at several locations across the country, including at least three in Bangkok, local media reports suggest. Last month, the country took a major step toward casino resort regulation. This happened after a draft casino bill was released which outlined key regulations related to integrated […]
Industry
September 11, 2024
Sex Worker Suspect in $40K Theft from Las Vegas Casino Visitor
Las Vegas has its share of crimes and while attempts for cheating, scams or robberies are some of the unlawful activities, trick rolling is also a common crime across Sin City. Punishable by law, trick rolling is when an individual is lured into a situation where they can be robbed. Oftentimes this is the case […]
Business
September 10, 2024
Palms Casino Resort Appoints Stephen Thayer as General Manager
Palms Casino Resort, one of Las Vegas’s biggest off-Strip properties and the first fully tribal property in the city, has announced the appointment of a seasoned casino and hospitality executive as its new general manager. The one up to the task is none other than Stephen Thayer, the Strat’s former general manager. Thayer Has Vast […]
Casino
September 10, 2024
Hard Rock Bet Player Wins $136K from White Hat Studios Slot
A lucky Hard Rock Bet player has turned their wager into a $136K payday. As reported by the online casino, the spectacular win was won from a $4 bet. Almighty Buffalo Megaways Earned the Player a $136K Prize Hard Rock Bet reported that the player in question was firing up the reels of the Almighty […]
Business
September 10, 2024
Las Vegas Sands Increases Stake in Sands China
Las Vegas Sands (LVS) aims to consolidate its majority ownership in its Macau affiliate, Sands China, with a new capital injection of up to HK$800 million ($102.6 million). This tactical move by the gaming powerhouse will extend its majority ownership to nearly 72%, thus tightening control over Sands China’s activities in a pivotal time for […]
Industry
September 10, 2024
Baby Found Alone in Atlantic City Hotel Room, Gun Seized
In different US states, adults who leave children unattended may be subject to a range of penalties. Leaving a child to participate in gambling activities results in a permanent ban from all casinos in some states. Besides a ban from casino gambling, adults who leave children alone to gamble may also be subject to fines […]
Casino
September 10, 2024
Aristocrat Improves Coin Trio with the Release of Coin Trio Royal
The leading global gaming content and technology company, Aristocrat, expanded its offering with an overhaul of one of its popular Class 3 slot games. On Monday, the company disclosed details regarding Coin Trio Royal, a fresh addition to its offering that builds on its popular slot game, Coin Trio. Thanks to Coin Trio Royal, players […]
Casino
September 10, 2024
The Star Sells Iconic Treasury Building Amid Financial Struggles
The Star Entertainment Group has sold its leasehold interest in Brisbane’s historic Treasury Building to Griffith University. This AUD67.5 million ($45 million) agreement signals a big change for The Star and the university. The casino company aims to raise much-needed money, while Griffith University plans to turn the landmark into a major place of learning. […]
Casino
September 10, 2024
The First Casino Resort in Japan Expected to Open in 2030
The first casino resort in Osaka, Japan, may open at some point late in 2030, a local media outlet suggests. The move comes at a time when the main operator reportedly plans to forgo its right to exit the project without penalty, a report from Nikkei reveals. The large-scale development has seen several delays and […]
Legal
September 9, 2024
Australian Court Orders Foreign High Roller to Pay Back Gambling Debt
The Supreme Court in Brisbane has ordered high roller Yew Choy Wong to pay back some AUD 38 million to Star Entertainment Queensland. This came in response to the accumulation of significant gambling debt. Wong Accumulated a Debt He Refused to Pay Wong, for context, was invited to the Star Gold Coast casino in 2018. […]
