Casino
January 20, 2026
Maryland Lawmakers Try Again to Close Down Sweepstakes Casinos
Maryland politicians have started another attempt to get rid of online sweepstakes casinos, introducing two matching bills right as the 2026 session began. Twin Bills Seek Crackdown on Interactive Sweepstakes Casinos in Maryland The proposals, House Bill 295 and Senate Bill 112, aim to ban interactive gaming platforms that use multi-currency systems where players can […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Rio Hotel and Casino Workers Triumph as Teamsters Ratify 4-Year Agreement
The unionized workers of Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas have reached a major victory after officials agreed to ratify a Teamsters agreement. Thanks to this, the workers have secured better conditions, while casino officials have averted a likely strike. A Strike Has Been Averted According to the announcement, the ratification of the agreement […]
Industry
January 19, 2026
Casinos Around Hard Rock’s Guitar Hotel Fight for Skyline Dominance
Although still only half complete, the Hard Rock’s Guitar Hotel tower already dominates views of the Las Vegas Strip, eclipsing LED signs and igniting a “billboard war” as neighboring casinos scramble to outshine the building with their own lights. Hard Rock Guitar Hotel Continues to Grow Rapidly Hard Rock’s 660-foot Guitar Hotel is set to […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Steve Wynn’s Friends Urge the Man to Build Another Casino
Steve Wynn has been in and out of the public eye, with the legendary billionaire mostly keeping to himself in the wake of a high-profile sexual assault scandal that marred his reputation and led to Nevada banning him from the state’s gaming business. Wynn withdrew and became more private, but he has been recently posting […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
LA Casino Evacuated After Bomb Threat Turns Out False
A bomb threat forced the evacuation of a Los Angeles-area casino and nearby buildings last Thursday afternoon, though it later turned out to be a hoax. Prank Caller Asked for $50,000 At around 4 pm, the Park West Bicycle Casino and Hotel in Bell Gardens cleared hundreds of people after a caller demanded $50,000, threatening […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Dragon Link Player Scoops $157K Jackpot in Florida
Aristocrat and the Seminole Classic Casino in Hollywood, Florida, celebrated yet another big-time winner for the supplier’s acclaimed and player-favorite Dragon Link series slots. A player was able to turn a mere $2.20 on a $0.05 denomination to scoop up a $157,744.52 jackpot last Thursday, playing Aristocrat’s Dragon Link Golden Century slot machine, an excellent […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Nevada Lawmakers Fight DHS Plan They Claim Hurts Tourism
Nevada’s federal lawmakers are asking the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to reconsider a suggested revamp of entry rules for international travelers. They caution that the plan might worsen the state’s economic troubles and put off much-needed tourists. Nevada Officials Raise Alarm Over Stricter Entry Requirements for Tourists In a letter to Homeland Security Secretary […]
Industry
January 19, 2026
Nevada Gives New Instructions on Online Gambling Across Borders
Nevada‘s main gambling watchdog has sent out new guidelines to its license holders asking them to be more careful when they take part in online betting activities outside the state. The update, which came out on Friday evening from the Nevada Gaming Control Board, highlights how fast digital betting is growing and the legal gray […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Netflix Reveals New Crime Drama by “Squid Game” Creator
A new casino-themed TV series on Netflix has been announced by “Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk. “Squid Game” is the streaming platform’s most successful show to date. The upcoming TV series is titled “The Dealer,” and it has just been greenlit, with the main cast of the upcoming South Korean crime drama also having been […]
Industry
January 16, 2026
NetGaming Readies to Welcome ICE Barcelona Delegates with Portfolio of Exciting Products
NetGaming sought to differentiate its product portfolio in 2025, and it has largely succeeded, owing to game releases tailored to local audiences and game mechanics that have gone further and pushed harder to bring innovative experiences to players. The upshot is 12 months of unbridled growth, which has landed the company numerous opportunities, including the […]
