Casino
June 5, 2023
Nassau Citizens Rally against Vegas Sands’ Plea for Tax Exemptions
This clash between corporate interests and community welfare only compounds the growing controversy surrounding the project as more organizations raise concerns regarding the planned Nassau casino’s social impact. The civic organization protested Las Vegas Sands Corporation’s request for tax breaks, accusing the company of undermining the principles of fair taxation and potentially depriving the local […]
Legal
June 5, 2023
ILGA Pondering Early Venue Closure to Prevent Problem Gambling
In February, the Liberal and Nationals New South Wales (NSW) government began paying more attention to poker machines spread throughout the state, taking into consideration a fully cashless strategy which had already received support from the NSW Police Commissioner in December 2022, and higher limitations on the use of the machines, as well as their […]
Business
June 5, 2023
Craig Billings Remains at Wynn Resorts’ Helm through 2027
In February last year, Craig Billings replaced Matt Maddox for the role of chief executive officer (CEO) of the gaming and entertainment giant, Wynn Resorts. Overall, Billings was a part of the company for more than six years and has previously held the role of chief executive officer of Wynn Interactive. Before being appointed as […]
Casino
June 5, 2023
Las Vegas 11th Worst City for Hotel Services
Sin City has been named the 11th worst city in the United States when it comes to the level of its hotel services. The survey, conducted by Planetware.com with the help of 7.8 million TripAdvisor reviews, aims to give a very rough outline of which cities have to improve. Las Vegas Needs to Up Its […]
Casino
June 5, 2023
Thailand Potentially Closing in on Establishing First Casino Resorts in 2030
A new report by Bloomberg citing anonymous sources has suggested that a number of prominent operators, among which MGM Resorts International and Galaxy Entertainment, have formed a group that has been advising the government on how to approach the development of a gambling framework that will usher in a new era of casino resorts in […]
Casino
June 5, 2023
IGT Reveals New Local Entity to Bolster Footprint in Panama
This comes at a time when the company is embarking on a series of localized expansions in specific markets as it wants to fortify its presence in what it sees as important geolocations and achieve a better presence in those jurisdictions. IGT Commits to Further Growth in Panama and LatAm Apart from focusing on the […]
Business
June 5, 2023
Koin Payments Ushers In Cashless Gaming in Northern Nevada with Baldini’s Casino
The partnership makes the casino the first property to implement Koin Payments’ cashless solution in the region and offer an improved wagering experience that is based on the latest trends in the industry. Northern Nevada Rolls Out First Cashless Casino Technology Adopting cashless has long been seen as a controversial decision for various reasons – […]
Casino
June 5, 2023
Aristocrat Chief Executive Sees Way to Balance Online and Land-Based Operations
Speaking to CNBC, a media news outlet, Aristocrat CEO Hector Fernandez explained that the company’s decision to invest more heavily in the online gaming sector was not necessarily out of a fear that interactive gaming platforms are going to take over the land-based sector. Aristocrat Sees a Dual Future for Online and Land-Based Gambling There […]
Industry
June 2, 2023
Hard Rock and Halsey Team Up for Pride Month
Hard Rock International has launched a new Pride Month campaign, promising a variety of merchandise and activations for LGBT+ people and their supporters. Titled “LOVE OUT LOUD,” the campaign encourages people to be confident in who they are and who they love. Through its activations, the bar and casino chain will support love in all […]
Casino
June 2, 2023
MGM Resorts Updates Table Games Policies for Las Vegas Casinos
When entering a casino floor, visitors are required to comply with certain regulations. It’s a common rule for casinos around the world to prohibit customers from carrying any type of firearm or weapons such as knives or blades. While some casinos allow taking photos, others have strict rules that prohibit such activities. But given the […]
