Poker
September 30, 2024
California Governor Signs Bill Letting Tribes Challenge Private Card Rooms
California’s Governor Gavin Newsom has put his signature on Senate Bill 549 making it law. This new legislation gives Native American tribes the right to take legal action against private card rooms. Political Clash Erupts Over Tribes’ Rights to Challenge California Card Rooms The tribes claim that card rooms are breaking the law by running […]
Casino
September 27, 2024
Star Entertainment Navigates Choppy Financial Seas with Creditors
As losses loom and the company steps into the new financial year on shaky ground, Star Entertainment has been able to negotiate an AU$200 million (138.9 million) credit that will be drawn in October and December, in separate tranches. Star Is Walking a Thin Financial Rope and Aid Is Direly Needed Creditors have shown a […]
Casino
September 27, 2024
Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill Sparks Heated Debate Among Senators
Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 set off a hot debate among senators in the Oireachtas, with senators voicing both support and concern over the proposed legislation, which aims to modernize and regulate the fast-evolving gambling industry. The bill has sparked discussions on a broad range of issues, from gambling advertisements to protecting vulnerable groups like […]
Industry
September 27, 2024
New AGA Research Highlights Surge in Responsible Gaming Investments
Recent research from the American Gaming Association (AGA) has found that the gaming industry is investing significantly more in responsible gaming than ever, reaching $471.8 million spent annually, a 72% increase from approximately $275 million in 2017. This new data, compiled by a leading international accounting firm, underlines the growing financial commitment of the industry […]
Legal
September 27, 2024
Court Sides with Light & Wonder in Copyright Case Against Zero Gravity
Light & Wonder has won a reprieve in its legal tribulations, which have involved an ever-growing list of companies, including Aristocrat Technologies and Evolution. Light & Wonder wins legal battle against copycat game maker After losing a ruling over its Dragon Train game franchise in the United States against Aristocrat, Light & Wonder has now […]
Industry
September 27, 2024
Norsk Tipping Slapped with $427K Fine in Norway
According to the Norwegian gambling regulator, the Lotteries and Foundations Authority, Norsk Tipping has failed to meet the standards set out by the Money Gambling Act. Norsk Tipping gets fined for overpaying a player The operator is said to have paid a player $2.25 million without sticking to due process. The player in question was […]
Legal
September 26, 2024
Muscogee Creek Nation Says Wind Creek Casino Is Built on Sacred Burial Ground
The Muscogee Creek Nation continues its legal battle against the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, alleging that the latter desecrated a burial ground by building a casino on top of it. Once known as Oce Vpofv (Hickory Ground), the location of the casino bears a historical significance to the former tribal nation. The Two Tribes […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
PA Man Who Assaulted Casino Winner, Shot by Victim’s Son
A Pennsylvania man who allegedly followed a woman to her home in an attempt to rob her of the money she was carrying after a recent casino visit has reached the Montgomery County Correctional Facility on a $250,000 bail. Robbery Attempt Stopped by Victim’s Son However, Khabir Shepard’s route into police custody did not follow […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
Man Sentenced to 8 Years After Selling Fentanyl Cocaine at Mohegan Sun
A man responsible for an overdose at a Connecticut casino that claimed the life of a young victim was recently sentenced to nearly a decade behind bars. Drug Dealer Goes to Prison After Young Casino Patron’s Death The criminal case involved a 44-year-old New Haven resident identified with the initials J.S. This week, the US […]
Business
September 26, 2024
Star Entertainment’s Financial Struggles Continued in FY 2024
The Star Entertainment Group published its financials for the fiscal year, reporting a continued decline amid business and regulatory headwinds. However, the company management remains focused on demonstrating its compliance and generating shareholder value. The Star’s Financials Were Suboptimal Star Entertainment reported FY 2024 revenue of almost AUD 1.7 billion ($1.17 billion). This figure represented […]
