Casino
April 30, 2024
Ukraine Goes after Illegal Gambling Operators Tied to Russia
Ukraine is on the offensive once again with the Ukrainian Prosecutor’s General Office launching a new investigation into online gambling platforms that have been operating illegally and are tied to Russia. At the onset of the 2022 war, which Russia declared on its neighbor, Ukraine sought to stem the tide of cash outflow that could […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
Violence against Women in Australia Fueled by Gambling and Pornography
A recent spate of attacks against women based on gender violence has prompted spontaneous protests in Australia, with citizens looking for answers from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and asking the leader to do more and ensure that women are protected from the spike in violent behavior they are subjected to. 13-Year-Old-Boys Won’t Change Culture of […]
Industry
April 30, 2024
Illinois Gaming Board Takes Regulatory Actions in April Meeting
The gambling regulator in Illinois, the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB), held its monthly regularly scheduled meeting, addressing a number of issues and taking regulatory action. The latest meeting was organized last week, and the Board confirmed a number of regulatory actions. Focusing on video gaming, the gambling regulator approved licenses for three terminal operators, one […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
New Jersey AG Wants UAW Anti-Smoking Lawsuit Thrown Out
United Auto Workers (UAW), a union which also represents casino workers, has previously filed a lawsuit that wants to compel the state to remove Atlantic City’s nine casinos from the list of excluded properties where indoor smoking is allowed. The UAW’s lawsuit argues that the health of casino staff is put in danger because of […]
Business
April 30, 2024
JP Morgan Updates Price Target for Red Rock Ahead of Q1 Results
Earlier this month, the gaming and hospitality operator, Boyd Gaming, released its first quarter results, highlighting an increase in online revenue despite a dip in its overall revenue. In total, the company reported $960.5 million in revenue, a figure that was slightly lower year-over-year when compared to the Q1 2023 result of $964.0 million. Upon […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
83-Year-Old Woman Killed After Casino Kidnapping Leads to Fatal Crash
A harrowing tale of violence and tragedy unfolded earlier this month, culminating in a fatal wrong-way crash that claimed the life of an 83-year-old woman following a kidnapping from a casino. Authorities Arrest 37-Year-Old Suspect Linked to Disturbing Casino Kidnapping The suspect, a 37-year-old individual, whose name is being withheld pending formal charges, has been […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
LVXP Unveils Bold Vision for Iconic Las Vegas Strip Revamp
Real estate development company LVXP has revealed its visionary proposal for a transformative mixed-use project on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, signaling a new era of innovation and excitement for the city. Anchored by a cutting-edge entertainment and sports arena, the development aims to redefine the landscape of entertainment, hospitality, and urban living. LVXP’s Transformative […]
Industry
April 29, 2024
Curaçao Amends Gambling Legislation Following Industry Criticism
Curaçao’s Minister of Justice, Javier Silvania, has responded to concerns raised by the Curaçao Bar Association regarding the National Ordinance on Gambling (LOK) by announcing amendments to the law. The move comes after the Bar Association strongly objected to some contentions provisions in the gambling law’s draft, particularly regarding lawyers’ accreditation requirements. The Changes Are […]
Casino
April 29, 2024
Disarray in Star Entertainment Ranks Continues with Chairman’s Departure
Facing regulatory action in the Down Under, Star Entertainment has confirmed that another high-ranking executive in the face of chairman David Foster has stepped down after less than a year on the job. Another One Bids Adieu to Star Entertainment in Time of Need He adds to the droves of executives who have exited Star […]
Business
April 29, 2024
Playtech Invests Further in NorthStar Gaming to Boost Player Acquisition Push
NorthStar Gaming, a subsidiary of NorthStar Ontario, has extended its partnership with Playtech Software Limited, originally signed on June 23, 2023, which will now see the latter party strengthen its marketing agreement with the Canadian iGaming and sports betting operator. NorthStar and Playtech Software Ltd Thicken Ties Again Under the terms of the agreement, Playtech […]
