Legal
November 12, 2024
Casino Crime Update: From Robbery to Gambling Rings
New spikes of casino-related crimes across the USA have highlighted issues ranging from violent robberies and fatal shootings to fraud and illegal gambling operations. Some of the recent cases further shaped the ongoing discussions on casino security and law enforcement efforts as more US states consider legalizing gambling. Casino Crime Can Vary in Severity A […]
Casino
November 12, 2024
Gold Coast Casino Guest Hits $20K Jackpot with $0.88 Bet
Located minutes away from the Las Vegas Strip, Gold Coast Hotel and Casino offers a range of gambling options, hotel accommodation as well as different restaurants. The off-Strip casino is a popular choice and only recently, several visitors scored hefty jackpots. $18,814 Win on a $0.88 Bet Late last week, an incredibly fortunate Gold Coast […]
Industry
November 12, 2024
Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ Kewadin Casinos Go Smoke-Free
The Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians announced that its casinos have gone smoke-free, appeasing those who advocate for healthier indoor environments. The milestone decision came amid increased calls for a smoking ban across gambling venues in the United States. The Kewadin Casinos Will No Longer Allow Indoor Smoking The Sault Tribe, which operates five […]
Industry
November 12, 2024
PA Casino Employee Deals Fake Blackjack Hands, Faces Charges
Across the United States, cheating at casinos is subject to different penalties. Oftentimes in cheating cases, more than one person is involved. This is because to successfully cheat on some games, an accomplice such as a dealer or another player is required. In one such criminal case from Pennsylvania, an employee is facing charges after […]
Casino
November 12, 2024
South Korean Police Discover Widespread Underage Online Gambling
South Korea’s National Police Agency has released shocking figures from a year-long operation targeting illegal online gambling. Massive Cybercrime Sweep in South Korea Reveals Nearly Half of Arrests Are Under 19 From September 2023 to October 2024, police arrested almost 10,000 people, with a large number 4,715 of them being under 19 years old. The […]
Lottery
November 11, 2024
Idaho $1M Raffle Lottery Game Is Back with Daily Prizes
The Idaho Lottery has launched its popular Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle game, drawing excitement as players rush to secure tickets before they sell out. Two $1M Grand Prizes & 17,800+ Prizes up to $10,000 With only 450,000 tickets available, each priced at $10, the game offers two grand prizes of $1,000,000 along with more than 17,800 […]
Legal
November 11, 2024
Fashion Statement Got Vegas Visitor Beaten, Lawsuit Claims
Issues with security guards in tourism-heavy areas are nothing new. One Las Vegas visitor, however, has now filed a lawsuit that alleges security personnel beat him up for wearing his pants too low. A Senseless Act of Violence As reported by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Javier Marquez was visiting The Venetian with his wife. […]
Casino
November 11, 2024
Cherokee Nation Strikes Back as Voters Challenge Its Arkansas Casino
Last week, voters in Arkansas approved a constitutional amendment that would revoke Cherokee Nation Entertainment’s license to build a casino in Pope County. The tribal company has now submitted a legal challenge to the amendment, hoping to retain its license. If the company succeeds in blocking the amendment, it will be able to continue with […]
Insider
November 11, 2024
Catie Di Stefano: “Personalization in the gambling industry is essential”
Catie Di Stefano, Marketing Director at Smartico speaks with GamblingNews discussing how personalization is transforming the gambling industry, driving player loyalty, and setting new standards for engagement and retention. Q: Why is personalization important in the gambling industry? Personalization in the gambling industry is not just important, it is essential. With countless operators available, a […]
Industry
November 11, 2024
Study Reveals Facebook Targets At-Risk Aussies with Gambling Ads
A new study from the University of Queensland sheds light on how at-risk Australians struggling with gambling and alcohol problems face a barrage of targeted ads on social media Facebook. The report backed by VicHealth and the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (Fare), looked into how much these ads reach people who are susceptible. […]
