Business
November 23, 2021
Atlantic City Casinos Post Gross Profit of $310 Million in Q3
The third quarter for the nine casinos in Atlantic City was nothing short of amazing, as the state figures, which were released on Monday, showed that their gross operating profit was more than double than the same period in 2020. As the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement posted, the total profit for July, August […]
Casino
November 23, 2021
Two Detroit Casinos Will Mandate Masks, Regardless of Vaccination Status
MGM Grand and MotorCity Casino in Detroit will mandate masks for all patrons who visit their premises, regardless of whether they are vaccinated or not. This new rule will be in effect today (Tuesday, November 23) at noon. The New Rule Is the Outcome of the Face Mask Advisory Mask requirements at these two casinos […]
Business
November 23, 2021
Two Gambling Industry Fixtures in Spain Create New Powerhouse
R. Franco and Grupo Orenes have joined forces to transform Spanish gambling. The merger will result in the creation of a single biggest manufacturer and distributor for gambling machines in Spain. The partnership will also see changes to the companies’ online gaming operations. R. Franco, Grupo Orenes Join Forces Dealmakers said that the merger […]
Business
November 23, 2021
Wynn Resorts Chair Gives Update on Sudden Departure of CEO
Wynn Resorts’ chairman of the board of directors spoke out on Monday about CEO Matt Maddox’s departure from the company and suggested that he might seek a non-gaming role following his departure. Chairman Phil Satre made a Friday statement stating that Maddox chose to leave the casino operator on his own, although the board of […]
Business
November 22, 2021
Two MGM Resorts Casinos in Mississippi Apply for Mobile Wagering Licenses
Two MGM Resorts casinos have expressed interest in on-site mobile betting, as the Mississippi Gaming Commission (MGC) confirms. While speaking to Gambling.com, the MGC executive director, Jay McDaniel, stated that no other casinos have approached him about offering mobile sports betting services on-site. The new sports betting bill could be introduced by the start of […]
Business
November 22, 2021
Codere Shareholders Take Control of the Gaming Company
The April debt-for-equity agreement at Codere that sees the business transfer to Codere New Topco SA has been completed. A holding company in which bondholders hold a 95% share, Codere New Topco SA is now the new owner. Although the previous owners retained a 5% interest, they can receive up to 15% from any potential […]
Casino
November 22, 2021
Questions Remain Over Future of Casino in Slidell, LA
The question of whether St. Tammany Parish residents want to allow a casino in Slidell is one that can only be answered in the voting booth. Now, however, they may not get a chance to speak up. The December 11 vote to determine the casino’s fate may not happen, according to a new court ruling. […]
Casino
November 19, 2021
Puerto Rico: Foxwoods El San Juan Casino Celebrates Soft Launch
Earlier this week, Foxwoods El San Juan Casino celebrated its soft launch. While the venue already accepted its first visitors, a grand opening ceremony is planned for January next year. Foxwoods El San Juan Casino Opens for Visitors Foxwoods El San Juan Casino located at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel in Puerto Rico opened its […]
Casino
November 19, 2021
Minnesota Woman Gambles Embezzled Money, Avoids Prison Sentence
A woman from Minnesota will avoid a prison sentence after agreeing to repay restitution for the $40,000 she reportedly stolen from the Garrison Fire Department Relief Association in the state and used the money to gamble. The woman admitted guilt and has received leniency in the matter. However, her freedom will be contingent on her producing the missing funds, […]
Casino
November 19, 2021
Cambodia’s Police Frees 60 Thai Victims of Casino Human Traffickers
Cambodia is working hard to clean up its reputation for a country where overseas workers become the victims of nefarious parties. With the number of human trafficking going up in the underground online gambling sector and the United States issuing a warning to businesses to think twice before setting up shop in the country, authorities have had […]