Gambling News - 'Casino'
Casino
March 1, 2024
Nevada Casinos See $1.27B Windfall in January Despite Las Vegas Strip Dip
Nevada casinos raked in a hefty $1.27 billion from eager gamblers in January, marking a slight step back from the previous month’s record-breaking figures. The report comes amidst a flurry of activity in the entertainment capital, sandwiched between the grand openings of several resorts in December and the highly popular Super Bowl LVIII hosted in […]
Business
February 29, 2024
Melco Resorts’ Shares Named among Morningstar’s Top 10 under $10
Melco Resorts & Entertainment, led by CEO Lawrence Ho, has earned a spot on Morningstar’s recently unveiled list of the ten best stocks trading under $10. Despite a challenging year that saw the stock price tumble by 33.3%, resulting in Ho dropping off Forbes’ list of Hong Kong’s wealthiest, Melco’s shares currently trade at around […]
Business
February 29, 2024
Ex-Crown Boss James Packer Happy to Leave Stress of Job Behind Him
Packer gave his account of the past few years, speaking for the first time to a media outlet for at least several years, and since increasing scrutiny started into the business he is no longer a part of it. In an exclusive interview for The Nightly, Packer appeared relaxed, and drew some personal and professional […]
Business
February 29, 2024
Bloomberry Resorts Reportedly Explores Jeju Casino Sale Options
Bloomberry Resorts Corp, the leading integrated resorts operator in the Philippines, may be looking to offload its South Korean casino asset, Jeju Sun, a new report suggests. The potential divestment comes less than a decade after the company attempted to sell its resort back in 2016. At the time, the sale of Jeju Casino did […]
Business
February 29, 2024
Aristocrat Taps Company Veteran Matthew Primmer as CPO
Aristocrat Leisure Ltd has appointed Matthew Primmer as the company’s new Chief Product Officer. A well-seasoned industry veteran, Primmer will work with and report directly to Aristocrat CEO & managing director Trevor Croker. Aristocrat Trusts Its Senior People to Guide the Company Primmer’s appointment will see him help boost product strategy, develop new avenues for […]
Casino
February 29, 2024
Nevada Misses a Step in Tackling Problem Gambling
The campaign, backed by the National Council on Problem Gambling, seeks to heighten public awareness of problem gambling and boost support for prevention, treatment, and recovery services. The Silver State Acts Hesitantly on Problem Gambling It similarly seeks to connect people who may need such services to the available options. Commenting on the upcoming month […]
Casino
February 29, 2024
Ontario Rolls Ban on Celebrity Imagery Use in Gambling Ads
On Wednesday, February 28, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) rolled out the measure which is designed to safeguard against the proliferation of gambling harm and problem gambling in the jurisdiction. Firm Bulwark Against Gambling Harm The decision follows a public consultation on the matter, and it aligns with a higher ambition to […]
Casino
February 29, 2024
FBI Probes Cybersecurity Breach at Tucson’s Casino Del Sol
In the wake of a cyber breach at the renowned Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona, the FBI and local law enforcement have launched a thorough investigation, shedding light on the escalating concerns surrounding cybersecurity within the casino realm. This incident, which led to a significant disruption in services, amplifies the vulnerabilities prevalent in the […]
Casino
February 29, 2024
Organized Slot Advantage Play Rings Drain Millions from US Casinos
The lucrative world of casino gambling is facing a formidable adversary: organized groups employing sophisticated tactics to exploit slot machines, causing substantial financial losses to casinos across the US. According to a leading expert in casino surveillance and security, this issue is rapidly escalating, posing a significant threat to the industry’s profitability. Casino Surveillance Expert […]
Legal
February 29, 2024
Danish Gambling Authority Blocks 83 Illegal Websites
Spillemyndigheden, the Danish Gambling Authority (DGA), has achieved a significant legal victory, successfully obtaining a court order in Næstved to block 83 websites offering illegal gambling services in the country. This action marks the 10th occasion that the Gambling Authority has sought legal recourse to ban illegal platforms, showcasing an intensified effort to eradicate unauthorized […]