Industry
August 5, 2024
French Police Nab Casino Fraudsters Using Camera and Earpiece
Two men accused of cheating were recently arrested at the Casino Barrière Enghien-les-Bains in Paris, France. Law enforcement said that the method used by the two men was unique and enabled them to win tens of thousands of euros per night in casinos all across Europe. Cheating on the casino floor is considered an offense […]
Industry
August 5, 2024
Security Shoots Attacker after Stabbing at Las Vegas Casino
A violent crime at a Las Vegas casino left three people injured over the weekend. The accident at Red Rock Resort dates to the early morning hours of Saturday, August 3, 2024. At approximately 1:30 AM, law enforcement was dispatched to the popular casino located at 11000 W Charleston Blvd in Las Vegas. The police […]
Business
August 1, 2024
Flood of Curaçao Gaming License Applications Triggers Delays
After the Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) announced the reopening of its online portal for business-to-consumer and business-to-business license applications on July 15, operators’ interest in penetrating the popular gambling market has gone through the roof. According to information from the GCB’s managing director, Cedric Pietersz, the regulator is currently looking for ways to improve […]
Casino
August 1, 2024
Nevada’s Gaming Revenue Hits $1.28B in June as Las Vegas Leads the Way
Nevada’s gaming industry ended the first half of 2024 on a high note, particularly in Las Vegas, while northern regions faced challenges. The state saw $1.28 billion in gaming revenue in June, a 3.2% increase from June 2023, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board. Las Vegas Strip Resilient with 4.2% Revenue Increase Casinos serving […]
Business
August 1, 2024
Phil Hellmuth Divests RSI Shares Amid Affiliate Program Controversy
Phil Hellmuth, a celebrated figure in the poker world, recently announced that he has sold his entire stake in Rush Street Interactive (RSI). This decision comes on the heels of the company’s controversial move to discontinue its affiliate program across multiple states, a move that has stirred discontent within the gaming community. Phil Hellmuth Sells […]
Industry
August 1, 2024
Alabama: Illegal Gambling in Gadsden Faces Crackdown
Despite efforts of law enforcement, gambling regulators and government agencies, illegal gambling operators continue to offer their services across the United States. With some states having harsher punishments than others, illegal gambling is recognized as a crime across the country and people found guilty of operating such an establishment are subject to prosecution. In one […]
Industry
August 1, 2024
Michigan Casino Event Raises Awareness of Human Trafficking
Across the United States, human trafficking is recognized as a serious crime. Usually, people found guilty of such a crime can face up to 20 years in prison along with a hefty fine. In cases of aggravating circumstances such as death, culprits may face even life imprisonment. Human trafficking and domestic violence were two topics […]
Business
August 1, 2024
Bally’s Execs Tight-Lipped on Merger During Recent Earnings Call
Bally’s Corporation, the leading gaming and entertainment company with a strong presence in the United States, announced recently it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with its largest common stockholder, Standard General L.P. Despite the initial announcement, Bally’s executive didn’t discuss the topic during a recent earnings call on Wednesday. Per the strategic deal, […]
Casino
July 31, 2024
Aristocrat Introduces House of Dragon Slot Based on HBO Series
Leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of regulated land-based slot and electronic games worldwide, Aristocrat Gaming, has announced the all-new and highly anticipated House of the Dragon slot game will hit the casino floors on October 7-10. This is the time the studio has chosen for the global debut of the new slot via their state-of-the-art […]
Legal
July 31, 2024
Pennsylvania Casinos Urge for Equal Taxation on Skill Games
A dozen casinos in Pennsylvania turned to the highest court in the state with a request to either impose the same tax rate that applies to slot games for skill games or declare the tax unconstitutional. Currently, land-based operators across Pennsylvania pay a tax rate on their slot machine revenue between 48% and 54%. However, […]
