Casino
June 20, 2024
MGM Resorts and Playtech to Introduce Live Casino Content
MGM Resorts International, the global entertainment and gaming company, confirmed a groundbreaking deal by teaming up with the LSE-listed technology provider for the global gambling industry, Playtech. Announced today, the new activation sees the two leading companies team up to deliver engaging and unique live casino content to online gambling operators across the globe. The […]
Industry
June 20, 2024
Police in Reno Arrest Woman Who Climbed on Craps Table, Threw Chips
A person who allegedly acted inappropriately inside a Reno casino was recently arrested and reportedly faces several charges. The incident dates to Saturday afternoon when one patron of the Silver Legacy Casino unexpectedly jumped on top of a craps table. The person then started throwing chips around to the surprise of all nearby casino guests […]
Casino
June 20, 2024
Ed Craven Poaches Tech Talent with Lavish Sign-On Bonuses
Australia’s youngest billionaire and co-founder of crypto gambling platform Stake.com, Ed Craven, will pay sign-on bonuses of up to $100,000 to get the best tech brains in the country working for him at EasyGo Solutions. Co-founded by Craven and Bijan Tehrani and based in Melbourne, the fintech is raiding major Australian tech firms such as […]
Industry
June 20, 2024
Olympia Gaming Launches Investigation after Disruption from Cyberattack
Cyberattacks can have a detrimental impact on the operations of different businesses. In general, companies that have large databases or operate with large amounts of money such as casinos, banks or different financial institutions are usually prime targets for hackers’ attempts. This is precisely the case of a northern Nevada casino operator that has become […]
Casino
June 20, 2024
BetMGM Forms Exclusive Alliance with Influencer Brian Christopher Slots
BetMGM has announced its exclusive partnership with Brian Christopher Slots, who will become the brand’s ambassador. The objective of this cooperation is to increase BetMGM’s online presence through live streams and diverse advertising campaigns, which would utilize Christopher’s wide popularity among gamers. BetMGM VP Highlights Christopher’s Influence in the Gaming Industry Oliver Bartlett, vice president […]
Industry
June 19, 2024
Wrongful Death Trial Begins over Patron’s Passing in California Casino
Earlier this week, a state court jury in California heard the opening statements in a lawsuit alleging wrongful death at a casino in Bell Gardens. The incident dates back to 2022 when one casino patron, Jonathan Jung, passed away after being restrained by casino security at the Bicycle Casino. Family members of the deceased patron […]
Sports
June 19, 2024
New Jersey Establishes Task Force to Tackle Problem Gambling
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has taken a significant step toward addressing the state’s growing gambling addiction problem by signing Executive Order No. 360. This order establishes a Responsible Gaming Task Force, an advisory body aimed at recommending measures to combat problem gambling and promote responsible gaming practices throughout the state. Task Force to Address […]
Casino
June 19, 2024
How Illegal Gaming Operations Undermine the Legal Industry in the US
Chris Cylke, vice president of government relations at the American Gaming Association (AGA), has pointed out that attractive promotions, better odds, and the ability to gamble with cryptocurrencies are some of the things that lure people into illegal gaming. Illegal Gaming Threatens Consumers and Undermines the Legal Industry Different aspects are included in illegal gaming […]
Legal
June 18, 2024
North Carolina Casino Project Implicated in Corruption Scandal
A burgeoning corruption scandal in North Carolina has surfaced, linking campaign donations and casino developments to high-ranking state lawmakers and local officials. Former Rockingham County Commissioner Craig Travis filed a lawsuit alleging an intricate web of corruption, political manipulation, and campaign finance violations aimed at securing a casino in Stokesdale. Interested Parties Engaged in Intense […]
Legal
June 17, 2024
MGM Resorts Dealing with New Class Action Lawsuit
In September 2023, the S&P 500 global gaming and entertainment company featuring national and international locations that create “immersive, iconic experiences,” MGM Resorts, was hit by an unprecedented cybersecurity attack across several US states that prompted the shutdown of computer systems. Now, MGM Resorts is facing a class action lawsuit alleging a series of failures […]
