Industry
April 11, 2024
Push for Smoke-Free Casinos Targets Shareholders of Gambling Firms
The debate about smoking on casino floors across the United States has been ongoing for decades. While casino operators claimed that an indoor smoking ban would hurt their revenues, health and workers’ rights organizations voiced their concerns about the negative impact of second hand smoke on the employees’ health. Smoking indoors is prohibited across the […]
Casino
April 11, 2024
Tri-Cities Anticipates First Tribal Casino Proposal
The Tri-Cities region is on the brink of a significant development as the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation move forward with plans for the area’s inaugural tribal casino. With the project now entering a pivotal phase of federal approval, new insights into its scope and potential impacts are emerging. BIA to Host Virtual Meeting […]
Casino
April 10, 2024
Romania Sets Gambling Restrictions for Cities Under 15K Population
Romania’s parliament has voted in favor of a series of strict gambling restrictions on the sector, marking an important shift in the regulatory landscape. The list of regulations includes a ban on slot machines as well as the shutdown of gambling halls in smaller settlements with a population under 15,000 people. The new decisions that […]
Casino
April 10, 2024
Ellis Island Hotel-Casino Embarks on Major Expansion Project
In a bid to enhance its gaming offerings and entertainment experience, Ellis Island Hotel & Casino, situated off the bustling Las Vegas Strip, has commenced a significant expansion project. The family-owned establishment is set to undergo a transformation, knocking down walls to create more space for its patrons. Planning Documents Reveal Ellis Island Casino’s 6,415 […]
Casino
April 10, 2024
Atlantic City Casino Workers’ Battle for Smoking Ban Faces Setback
The anticipated hearing for the lawsuit filed by Atlantic City casino workers seeking a smoking ban has been postponed, marking a significant setback in their ongoing fight for safer working conditions. Initially scheduled for April 25, the hearing has been delayed by two weeks following a request from the New Jersey Attorney General’s office. Lawsuit […]
Industry
April 9, 2024
Christchurch Venue Manager Admits Stealing $110K in Fake Grant Funds
A former sports director and gambling venue manager in Christchurch, New Zealand, is facing nearly 40 charges for allegedly stealing more than NZ$180,000 ($109,300) in gambling grants. The case involves a person with the initials M.C., who reportedly stole $182,761 ($111,000) in class 4 grants. The fraudulent activity, the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) says, […]
Industry
April 9, 2024
Reno Casino Attacker Sentenced to 41 Years in Prison
A man who attempted to murder his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend at a Nevada casino last summer was sentenced to 41 years in prison earlier this week. Honorable Judge Egan Walker, a former Carson City deputy district attorney, imposed the lengthy sentence. The severe penalty was requested by deputy district attorney Hunter Heidrich, who argued that […]
Business
April 9, 2024
Entain’s Stock Soars as Private Equity Firms Eye Potential Breakup
Entain, the parent company of renowned betting firms Ladbrokes and Coral, witnessed a surge in its stock prices following reports of potential interest from private equity giants like Apollo and CVC Capital. The speculations about a prospective breakup of Entain have been rife, fueled by recent announcements regarding a formal review of the company’s structure […]
Casino
April 8, 2024
Workers File Lawsuit to Overturn Atlantic City Casino Smoking Exemption
After years of unsuccessful attempts to persuade lawmakers to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, workers have taken a new approach: filing a lawsuit to challenge a law that exempts casinos from indoor smoking bans. The lawsuit argues that the exemption for casinos violates the principle of equal protection under the law and seeks to […]
Industry
April 8, 2024
UKGC Investigates Gambling Company Alleged Exploitation of Cancer Patient
An investigation by the UK Gambling Commission is underway concerning the actions of high street slot machine operator Merkur, following allegations of exploiting a vulnerable customer. This development has cast a shadow over the company’s expansion drive in the UK. Merkur Under Investigation After Vulnerable Customer Suffers Significant Losses at Stockport branch Merkur, a German-owned […]
