By Erik Gibbs

Industry

COVID-19 Face Masks Return to Las Vegas under Mandatory State Orders

July 28, 2021

It was nice while it lasted, but the days of not having to wear face masks are coming to an end. Around the world, countries and local governments have been bringing back the dreaded masks as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. Nevada is the latest to join them, with Governor Steve Sisolak handing down an […]

By Erik Gibbs

Business

Las Vegas between a Rock and a Hard Place As COVID-19 Returns

July 19, 2021

Cue the Jaws theme and the voiceover. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, the threat returns. COVID-19 is trying to stage a comeback, even as more people are being vaccinated. As health officials try to figure out where Big Pharma went wrong, regions dependent on travel could consider […]

By Jerome García

Industry

Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention Comes to Caesars Forum in Las Vegas

July 14, 2021

The National Indian Gaming Association chose Caesars forum in Las Vegas to host its Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention. Set to launch next week Monday, the event marks the first Indian Gaming Tradeshow after an 18-month pause due to the global pandemic. Indian Gaming Tradeshow Arrives in Las Vegas The National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) […]

By Jerome García

Industry

Dotty’s Reveals Details about Data Breach Incident

July 12, 2021

Owned by Nevada Restaurant Services and Craig Estey, Dotty’s reportedly was affected by a malware cyberattack. Dotty’s operates some 120 gaming venues in Nevada and has approximately 300,000 players in its database. The operator acknowledged that some users’ data, such as names or dates of birth, may have leaked earlier this year. Dotty’s Acknowledges a […]

By Stoyan Todorov

Industry

Nevada Advises Gambling Businesses to Stay Vigilant of Ransomware

July 8, 2021

As casinos in the US become the victim of cyberattacks, regulators issue a warning to casinos to step up their game.  Cybersecurity Back on Gambling Regulators’ Agenda  Just when gambling businesses started coming out of the woods, another calamity befell them with a spate of hacking and ransomware attacks targeting prominent casino businesses in the […]

By Jerome García

Business

Nevada: Business on the Rise, COVID-19 Cases Increase

July 5, 2021

Nevada has gradually lifted COVID-related restrictions. This led to an increase in business volumes and gambling venues have even recorded higher revenue this May when compared to May 2019. However, with business picking up, recently, COVID-19 cases have increased, as well. Nevada on the Way to Economic Recovery Last month, a report released by UNLV’s […]

By Stoyan Todorov

Casino

Nevada Casinos Set Records in May as Post-COVID-19 Travel Picks Up

July 1, 2021

In May, about 2.87 million people visited Las Vegas, a 12% increase compared to April. However, this is still about 22% less than the same period of 2019, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. A large part of the difference comes from the lack of convention visitors, which in May 2019 made […]

By Eva Ivanova

Casino

Nevada Gaming Commission Lauds Casino Recovery Efforts

June 25, 2021

The Las Vegas gambling scene is beginning to experience new signs of life following the global COVID-19 pandemic. Las Vegas Casinos Say They Are Doing Well As They Rebound On Thursday, two Las Vegas casinos told the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) that they are doing well after the industry rebound from the pandemic. That’s a […]

By Jerome García

Industry

Las Vegas Is on Its Way to Economic Recovery, Says New Study

June 25, 2021

A new study by the UNLV Center for Business and Economic Research suggests that gambling revenue and visitor volume in Las Vegas will increase gradually until the end of this year. According to the study, the positive trend will continue in 2022. Las Vegas Rebound Starts This Year, Says Recent Study Last year, the global […]

By Julie Moraine

Casino

Resorts World Las Vegas Set to Usher New Era of Hospitality

June 25, 2021

The first casino resort built on Las Vegas Strip for more than a decade, Resorts World Las Vegas, opened doors to the public Thursday by a first-look party in the evening for invited guests. Exceptional Amenities The star-studded party officiated by Genting CEO and Chairman K.T. Lim and Resorts World Las Vegas President Scott Sibella, […]