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, […]
Industry
July 30, 2024
Excruciating Summer Heat Claims 63 Lives in Las Vegas
The Clark County coroner’s office has published a report outlining the number of casualties caused by the record-breaking summer heat. As it turns out, the scorching-hot 2024 weather has claimed the lives of 63 people from Las Vegas between May 27 and July 27. To make matters worse, the coroner’s office expects this figure to […]
Legal
July 30, 2024
Cherokee Nation Tries to Dismiss Gulfside’s Lawsuit in Arkansas
The Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma continues to experience setbacks in Arkansas as a lawsuit seeks to challenge its receiving of a casino license in the state. In an effort to secure its license, the tribal entity’s Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) and Cherokee Nation Entertainment asked a federal court to dismiss the lawsuit. Gulfside Alleges Authorities […]
Industry
July 30, 2024
New Zealand Government Opens Online Casino Licensing Process
In a significant shift, the New Zealand government has announced plans to auction off licenses for online casinos. The country is introducing measures to regulate gambling activity, minimize gambling harm, and bolster tax revenues. While such a dynamic shift will be challenging, New Zealand remains confident that liberalizing its gambling market will bring significant positives. […]
