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Casino
May 3, 2024
Queensland Says CTFE Is Suitable to Be Associated with Star Entertainment
The Queensland government has determined that Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) is suitable to be associated with Star Entertainment Group’s Queen’s Wharf Brisbane property. The investigation into the matter came in the wake of Star Entertainment’s violations and apparent ties with Asian junket operators. For context, Star Entertainment was previously found guilty of multiple AML […]
Industry
May 3, 2024
Nielsen Study Reveals Sports Betting Ads Decrease in 2023
The number and spending for sports betting ads has dropped significantly in 2023, according to a Nielsen study commissioned by the American Gambling Association (AGA). The organization that monitors trends in sports betting and gambling advertising budgets and volumes offers an in-depth analysis of the changing landscape of sports betting advertising. The Vital Role of […]
Casino
May 3, 2024
Elements Casino Chilliwack Donates $680K to KRLA
Elements Casino Chilliwack, a casino property in British Columbia, Canada, has unveiled a donation of almost a million Canadian dollars to The Knight Road Legacy Association (KRLA). The funding, according to the casino’s official announcement, will fuel dozens of local charities, in line with the gaming property’s goal to make a positive change. As announced […]
Casino
May 3, 2024
Relax Gaming Steals March on Italian Market with Octavian Lab
Relax Gaming, known both for its third-party aggregation solutions and its own in-house games, has launched a new foray into the Italian online casino market, teaming up with Octavian Lab. Octavian Lab develops comprehensive 360-degree solutions for the iGaming industry and creates products, protocols and integrated solutions for the Italian market, and other jurisdictions. Through […]
Legal
May 3, 2024
Mississippi Authorities Arrest Three in Human Trafficking Case
Mississippi authorities have arrested three people at a casino property in the state, believing them to have been involved in a human trafficking case. The operation took place in mid-April and saw several tribal and state agencies join forces to crack down on the illegal operation and arrest the perpetrators. The law enforcement action was […]
Casino
May 3, 2024
Mohegan Digital Teams up with PayNearMe for Enhanced Payment Options
Mohegan Gaming is strengthening its payment capacity with PayNearMe which has now partnered up with the company’s online gaming arm, Mohegan Digital, to offer better iGaming payment solutions for the company’s operations in Pennsylvania. This partnership comes a week after Mohegan Digital introduced its online casino in the market, featuring 500 games, among which are […]
Industry
May 2, 2024
Petition Calls for Removal of Gambling Ads from London Public Transport
A new petition by UK charity Gambling with Lives calls for removing gambling advertisements from the London public transport system. The petition highlights the significant influence of gambling advertising, which amounts to over a billion pounds annually, in persuading individuals to gamble. Studies cited in the petition indicate a clear link between exposure to gambling […]
Casino
May 2, 2024
Melco Confirms Deal with John Keells for Sri Lanka Project
The leading developer, owner and operator of integrated resorts in Europe and across Asia, Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited, announced it engaged in a strategic partnership with the largest conglomerate on the Colombo Stock Exchange and company with a rich history, John Keells Holdings PLC. Per the latest agreement, announced earlier this week, Melco was […]
Casino
May 2, 2024
VICI Properties Commits $700M to Transform The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
VICI Properties Inc., a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT), has unveiled plans to inject up to $700 million into The Venetian Resort Las Vegas for extensive refurbishment projects, marking a significant step in enhancing the renowned integrated resort’s offerings and guest experience. VICI Properties Teams Up with The Venetian for Major Upgrades This capital […]
Business
May 2, 2024
Bally’s to Open Chicago Casino on Time, Doesn’t Plan to Rush Tropicana’s Redevelopment
Bally’s Corporation, which just posted its Q1 results, commented on its plans for the future. According to the company, its permanent Chicago casino should welcome its first guests by Q3 2026, despite the struggles. In the meantime, Bally’s will not rush the redevelopment of the Tropicana site. The gambling company addressed these issues during its […]