Casino
January 9, 2025
Wynn’s Hudson Yards Casino Faces Fierce Opposition from Local Communities
In a major setback to Wynn’s plans for a $12 billion casino complex in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards, Community Board 4 voted unanimously against a zoning change required for the project to go ahead. The joint-venture proposal by Related Companies and Wynn Resorts has drawn sharp criticism from residents and advocacy groups, who argue the development […]
Poker
January 9, 2025
GGPoker to “Up the Ante” on Poker at Great Canadian Toronto
Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto, one of Canada’s biggest casinos, has unveiled a major partnership with poker specialist GGPoker. Under the agreement, the latter company will enhance the overall poker experience at the property, cementing its position as a leading destination for gaming. The Casino’s Poker Room Will Receive an Upgrade Per the agreement, GGPoker […]
Sports
January 9, 2025
Minnesota Examines Evidence of Sports Gambling Social Harm
Minnesota is somewhat keen to join a list of 38 states and the District of Columbia to have legalized and (mostly) launched their sports gambling industries in earnest. However, Minnesotans are cautioned that they are likely to bear the brunt of sports gambling legalization, even if the state coffers secure an additional revenue stream. Evidence […]
Casino
January 9, 2025
Caesars Partners with Evolution for Branded Live Dealer Studio in PA
Evolution Gaming, the world’s de facto pioneer of the live dealer experience, has signed a new deal with Caesars to bring around a branded live casino studio that will add authenticity and immersive quality to the overall gaming experience across Pennsylvania. Caesars Gets Branded Live Dealer Studio Games in Pennsylvania The deal sees Evolution Gaming […]
Casino
January 9, 2025
$340M Solar Project to Power Top Las Vegas Casinos with Clean Energy
Estuary Power has secured $340 million in funding for its innovative Escape Solar and Storage project in Lincoln County, Nevada. The project, which started construction in late 2024, will be the first big solar initiative in the county and plans to start running in 2025. Tesla-Powered Battery Storage to Fuel Green Energy for MGM, Caesars, […]
Industry
January 9, 2025
Kentucky Tackles Gambling Addiction with New State Funding Initiative
Kentucky is nearing the end of its first year of legal sports betting. The state has started a new program to deal with the possible increase in gambling problems. Some of the tax money from sports bets now goes to the Problem Gambling Assistance Fund. This fund aims to boost awareness and train health workers […]
Industry
January 8, 2025
Elon Musk’s Vegas Loop Has Committed Multiple Violations, Report Says
The Las Vegas Convention Center Loop (LVCC Loop), Elon Musk’s controversial underground transportation system, has reportedly committed a number of construction and environmental violations. According to a new report by investigative journalism outlet ProPublica, the tunneling efforts of Musk’s Boring company have had little oversight throughout the years. Multiple Violations Were Committed, Journalists Reported ProPublica […]
Lottery
January 8, 2025
Maryland Man Wins $500K After Using License Plate of Aggressive Driver
A driver who was cut off at a Maryland highway by an aggressive driver has turned his temporary spell of impoliteness into a six-figure payday. Driver in Maryland Narrowly Escapes Getting Hit, Wins $500K The man, who remains unidentified, had a quick brush with another driver who had denied him the right of way and […]
Casino
January 8, 2025
Las Vegas Gamblers Kick 2025 off with Six-Figure Jackpots
Lucky gamblers in Las Vegas have made headlines after winning mouth-watering jackpots on New Year’s Day. The prizes provided the fortunate individuals with more reasons to celebrate the coming of 2025. Vegas Players Won Some of the First Prizes for the Year On January 1, a player at Boyd Gaming’s Suncoast Hotel and Casino hit […]
Blockchain
January 8, 2025
Crypto.com Launches More NFL Prediction Markets
That Crypto.com has thrown itself into the world of sports betting should not surprise the keen observer. The cryptocurrency exchange has been cosying up to sports for a long while, identifying its core demographic – young men – as some of the most susceptible consumers when it comes to crypto, betting, and sports. First […]
