Casino
July 26, 2024
New York Actors and Theater Workers Divided on Proposed Times Square Casino Project
A planned casino in Times Square has driven a wedge between New York theater worker groups as a planned casino in Times Square has driven a wedge between New York theater workers and actors as discussions surrounding possible new casino developments in downstate New York and New York City escalate. The International Alliance of Theatrical […]
Business
July 26, 2024
Bally’s Corporation Commits to Standard General Merger Agreement
Bally’s Corporation has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Standard General L.P.—its largest common stockholder, under which Standard General will acquire all outstanding shares of Bally’s for $18.25 per share. This new chapter for Bally’s should bring fresh opportunities for the operator and create lasting growth for the company. This Deal Should Significantly Expand […]
Industry
July 26, 2024
Nevada Gambling Regulator Orders Cease-and-Desist to Live Gaming Producer
An iGaming company and its affiliate were hit with a cease-and-desist order from the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), the gambling regulator in the state. The case in question affects Playgon Interactive Inc, as well as its affiliate Bitrate Productions. Although the NGCB released details regarding the cease-and-desist letter Thursday, it revealed that the companies […]
Casino
July 26, 2024
Nevada Gaming Commission Confronts Penn on Compliance Shortfalls
The Nevada Gaming Commission criticized Penn Entertainment for major issues with compliance, such as having minors in casinos, allowing self-excluded persons to place bets, and slow updating of company policies. These failures became a key subject during the evaluation of Penn’s ongoing IPO, which was approved despite the raised concerns. Penn Entertainment Pledges Policy Overhaul […]
Legal
July 25, 2024
NC Man Arrested in Vegas for Gambling with Fraudulent Check
A man from North Carolina has been arrested in Las Vegas after trying to defraud a casino using a fraudulent check. The man, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, used a check with an original value of $174.80 to claim $865,000 in chips. Nadendla Presented a Fraudulent Check Dharma Nadendla, 41, was visiting the ARIA […]
Casino
July 25, 2024
LVS’s New York Casino Inches Closer to Reality
Las Vegas Sands has celebrated a major milestone, which brought it closer to the fulfillment of its NY casino plans. The company, which hopes to create an integrated resort at the Nassau Coliseum on Long Island, just secured a key approval from the Nassau Country Legislature Rules Committee. The approval greenlights a 42-year lease on […]
Industry
July 25, 2024
Owner of Arcade Shut for Illegal Gambling Wants Seized $142K Back
The owner of an arcade that was shut down for illegal gambling a few years ago in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is reportedly attempting to receive more than $140,000 seized by law enforcement. The peculiar case revolves around Golden Nugget Arcade, an arcade that was shuttered back in September 2022 after law enforcement conducted an […]
Sports
July 25, 2024
Legal Gambling Boosts Irresponsible Betting, Suggests New Study
New research focusing on the impact of the online gambling expansion across the United States, highlighted a concerning trend. The study, the first of its kind, was conducted by the University of California San Diego Rady School of Management. The research comes at a time when close to 40 US states offer sports betting, while […]
Sports
July 25, 2024
Churchill Downs Confirms $90M Grandstand and Pavilion Renovation
The provider of pari-mutuel horseracing, casino gambling and entertainment, Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI), confirmed its intention for a new massive investment at Churchill Downs Racetrack. The company released details regarding the planned renovation of its Grandstand Club and Pavilion at the racetrack on Wednesday. The latest announcement comes after recently, CDI recently completed a massive […]
Casino
July 25, 2024
New Details Emerge on Future Ho-Chunk Casino in Beloit
The Ho-Chunk Nation, one of the largest federally recognized tribes of Wisconsin, has released new details about their upcoming Ho-Chunk Gaming Casino in Beloit. This ambitious project will significantly expand the tribe’s gaming businesses from its six current locations. Drawing from its substantial experience, the tribe hopes to attract guests with a world-class casino and […]
