Casino
May 16, 2024
Cruise Line Gets in Hot Water after Casino Player Takes Own Life
An Australian man has taken his own life after accumulating debts in a cruise ship’s casino, Daily Mail reported. Safer gambling experts believe that Dixon’s suicide could have been prevented if the ship provider had provided adequate duty of care. Shane Dixon, 50, jumped to his death as the ship approached Sydney. A father of […]
Legal
May 16, 2024
The Sexual Misconduct Allegations against David Copperfield Increase
A new report by The Guardian expanded the list of people accusing magician David Seth Kotkin, better known as David Copperfield, of sexual misconduct. This is hardly the first time the Emmy-awarded Las Vegas celebrity has been accused of mistreating women sexually. The Guardian understood that many of these women felt comfortable talking about these […]
Industry
May 16, 2024
Ethics Complaint Filed by Nassau College Teachers over $120K Lobbying
The expansion of casino gambling in New York captured the attention of major operators within the industry. The competition is fierce as there are only three downstate licenses up for grabs and many more operators that have already submitted plans and reaffirmed their intention to secure one of the coveted licenses. Supporters of the proposed […]
Business
May 15, 2024
CDI Opens 122-Room Hotel at Terre Haute Casino Resort
Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has officially opened its new 122-room hotel and event center at Terre Haute Casino Resort. The new addition to the Indiana property is set to add additional vibrancy to the complex. CDI broke ground on the entertainment venue in June 2022 in partnership with construction specialist Wilhelm Construction. The development of […]
Industry
May 15, 2024
Indiana Casino Winner Robber Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison
A man suspected of an attack against an elderly casino winner in Indiana was sentenced earlier this week. The case involved a person with the initials M.J.B., 59, who was accused of robbing and harming an 84-year-old man from Franklin. The 59-year-old, accused of the violent crime, initially rejected the claim that he robbed the […]
Casino
May 15, 2024
Young Man Celebrates 21st Birthday with $365K Win at Las Vegas Casino
Hitting a jackpot or a major win while gambling at a casino always brings excitement. To the lucky few that are able to experience such a thrill, they will undoubtedly remember it for the rest of their lives. And while some may gamble for years without any luck of winning any good prizes, others may […]
Casino
May 15, 2024
Running Aces Expands Lawsuit Against Tribal Casinos
Minnesota casino, racetrack, and hotel Running Aces has recently amended its federal lawsuit and added Mystic Lake and Little Six Casinos, owned by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. Running Aces has accused tribal casinos of offering unauthorized video games of chance in violation of federal and state laws. Running Aces Alleges Illegal Advantage in Tribal […]
Casino
May 15, 2024
Vancouver Council Eases Restrictions on Casino Expansions
In a recent vote, Vancouver’s ABC party has decided to change the city’s strict moratorium on gambling expansions. The amendment was passed despite opposition from health officials and calls for more public consultation. ABC Councilors Approve Increase in Casino Slot Machines The recent ruling allows new applications from the B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC), which can […]
Legal
May 14, 2024
Ontario Superior Court of Justice Shuts Case Against iGaming
In a decision on Monday, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has ruled against the challenge of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke which sought to overturn a previous decision to allow online casino games in the provincial market in Ontario. Legal Challenge to Regulated Ontario iGaming Market Put to Rest Effectively, the MCK sought to […]
Industry
May 14, 2024
Trial Against Suspected Casino Money Laundering Shooter Picks Speed
A trial against a man, accused of killing an alleged money launderer in a criminal case dating back to 2020, picked up speed with closing arguments earlier this month. The violent crime involves Jian Jun Zhu, a suspected casino money launderer, who was shot and killed. He was together with his associate, Paul “King” Jin, […]
