Legal
February 10, 2025
High 5 Games Ordered to Pay $25M to Players in Washington
High 5 Games has been ordered to pay $25 million to plaintiffs accusing the company of offering illegal gambling in the state of Washington. This comes as part of a broader pushback against social casino gaming in America. The Complaint Sought Damages According to the class action lawsuit, which was filed by former High 5 […]
Industry
February 10, 2025
Hawaii Considers Gambling Legalization to Strengthen Economy
Late last month, we reported that Hawaii will likely make another push for legalizing gambling this year. There are several proposals calling for the legalization of gambling in the state, namely, SB1569 and its twin bill HB1308. Separately, a proposal calling for the legalization of poker, casino games and lottery, SB1507, is also proposing to […]
Sports
February 10, 2025
Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues UFC Fight Night 251 Odds, Time, and Prediction
If you’re not crazy about UFC Apex events, UFC Fight Night 251 may convince you otherwise. It’s all because of its headliner bout – Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues. These guys are famous for being true warriors who throw everything they’ve got at their opponents. Plus, neither Killa Gorilla nor Robocop are afraid to get […]
Sports
February 10, 2025
Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Lakers 2025 NBA Odds, Time, and Prediction
Last week, Luka Doncic completed a blockbuster move from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. He’s arrived in California and is expected to make his debut tonight when his new team welcomes the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Will his output help the Lakers grab another win? Let’s find out! Utah Jazz vs. […]
Industry
February 10, 2025
Hollywood Casino-Aurora on Track for Completion in H1 2026
Construction of the Hollywood Casino-Aurora hotel and casino resort started in November 2023. With a goal of opening in 2026, so far, the works are going within budget and as planned, a newly released report suggests. Works on PENN Entertainment’s $360M Hotel and Casino in Aurora Continue Hollywood Casino-Aurora represents the new location of the […]
Industry
February 10, 2025
Oakland Athletics File Permit for Future Stadium Development
The Oakland Athletics, the famous Major League Baseball (MLB) team that plans to relocate to Las Vegas, Nevada, for the 2028 season, is one step closer to achieving its goal. The team only recently filed a land use permit, uncovering interesting details regarding the new ballpark that they will soon call home. The A’s File […]
Legal
February 10, 2025
Steve Wynn Asks Supreme Court to Revisit Key Press Freedom Case
Steve Wynn, who once ran big casinos, wants the US Supreme Court to take another look at the 1964 New York Times v. Sullivan ruling. This decision has protected press freedom in the US for a long time. Wynn made this request after Nevada’s highest court threw out his lawsuit against the Associated Press (AP) […]
Business
February 10, 2025
Bally’s Wraps Up $4.6B Deal with Standard General
Bally’s Corporation has now sealed its much-awaited deal with Standard General and Queen Casino & Entertainment setting a new benchmark in the gambling world. The $4.6 billion transaction gives Standard General, already the biggest stakeholder in Bally’s, an even tighter grip on the casino company. Bally’s Finalizes Deal with Queen Casino, Issues $500M in Notes […]
Sports
February 10, 2025
Shohei Ohtani’s Ex-Interpreter Gets Almost Five Years in Prison for Scam
Ippei Mizuhara, who used to interpret for baseball star Shohei Ohtani, will spend four years and nine months in federal prison. He admitted to stealing close to $17 million from the Los Angeles Dodgers player. A Santa Ana court made this decision on February 6. The judge also told Mizuhara to pay back $18 million. […]
Casino
February 7, 2025
Cedar Rapids Secures Long-Awaited Iowa Casino License
After over a decade of perseverance, Cedar Rapids has been awarded its coveted casino license by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC.) The historic decision, approved by a 4-1 vote on Thursday, paves the way for the development of the Cedar Crossing Casino on the west side of the Cedar River at the former […]
