Industry
January 24, 2025
Two Women in Caesars Palace Murder Case Go to Prison
Two young women are going to prison after they were recently sentenced for the murder and robbery of a Las Vegas Strip hotel guest. Killers to Spend Between 10 and 25 Years Behind Bars The criminal case dates back to May 2023, when the victim, Bryan Altamirano-Solano, was found dead from a gunshot wound in […]
Industry
January 24, 2025
Florida Officials Ask for Tougher Anti-Gambling Laws as Concerns Grow
Florida cops and gambling watchdogs are pushing harder for stronger rules to tackle the widespread problem of illegal betting across the state. Weak Penalties Allow Illegal Gambling to Thrive In a recent talk to the Florida House of Representatives’ Industries and Professional Activities Subcommittee, experts pointed out that the current laws do not do enough […]
Sports
January 24, 2025
Kalshi Ventures Into Sports Event Trading with Super Bowl Contracts
Kalshi, a prediction market platform, has expanded to include contracts linked to sports events taking a big step into sports trading. The company, which the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulates just rolled out contracts that let users bet on outcomes like the Super Bowl winner and other major sports titles. New Kalshi Contracts Offer […]
Industry
January 23, 2025
ROGA Launches RFP for New Responsible Gaming Certification Program
Responsible Online Gaming Association is making an important step in building a strong base to further enhance the gambling industry’s responsible gaming efforts. ROGA to Launch New Initiative Recently, the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) commenced an initiative to support operators’ continued commitment to responsible gaming standards. The Request for Proposal (RFP) process aims to […]
Industry
January 23, 2025
Kirk Hendrick to Resign as Nevada Gaming Regulator Chair
Kirk Hendrick, the chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has announced his upcoming exit from the regulatory body. He confirmed that he would depart following the conclusion of the next legislative session. Kirk Hendrick to Exit the NGCB On January 22, Hendrick announced to all board staff that he would be resigning as […]
Casino
January 23, 2025
Casino Workers Outraged as Boyd Gaming Updates Mask-Wearing Policy
Casino giant Boyd Gaming has updated its grooming policy, a measure that, at first glance, seems to prohibit workers from wearing masks. The policy change was scrutinized by casino workers who accused the company of politicizing its workers’ health. Masks Are a No-Go Without Permission Las Vegas Locally just shared a memo posted in the […]
Casino
January 23, 2025
Culinary Union Secures Contract with Virgin Hotels, Ends Strike
The Culinary Workers Union Local 226 has finally struck a deal with Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, ending a months-long strike. The off-Strip property was embroiled in this conflict for quite some time following the expiration of its previous contract with the union. The End of a Long Battle The Culinary Union’s previous contract with Virgin […]
Industry
January 23, 2025
NJ Could Urge Miss America Pageant to Make an Atlantic City Comeback
New Jersey lawmakers are making another push to bring the Miss America Pageant back to its roots in Atlantic City. Despite the pageant’s recent relocations, most recently to Orlando, Florida, legislators are considering a resolution urging its return to the seaside city where it all began in 1921. The Bill, Awaiting Thursday’s Review The bill […]
Sports
January 23, 2025
CFP National Championship Game Arrives to Las Vegas in 2027
Earlier this week, the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship Game saw Notre Dame and Ohio State clash. In an intense game on Monday, taking place in Atlanta, Georgia, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Ohio State defeated Notre Dame with 34 to 23. After Florida, the National Championship Game Arrives in Nevada Now, sports fans are looking […]
Industry
January 23, 2025
Scientific Games’ Joe Bennett Steps Down from the Job
Scientific Games’ long-standing veteran Joe Bennett has stepped down from his position as VP of US operations for instant products. A Storied Executive with Huge Industry Impact Bennett is largely credited with the invention of lottery instant scratch game security and innovation and he will be replaced by Bryan Murphy, another respected company insider come […]
