Industry
July 24, 2024
Colorado: Pueblo Police Continues the Fight against Illegal Gambling
Government and law enforcement agencies across the United States continuously fight against illegal gambling. The fight involves not only the online but the retail gambling vertical as well. Every month, thousands of devices are seized in operations against the black market. Money, expensive items as well as drugs and guns are also often seized by […]
Industry
July 24, 2024
Gaming Tech Earnings Forecast Shows Positive Trends, Says Stifel Analyst
As the second quarter earnings season continues, gaming technology companies are preparing to announce their financial results. Analysts expect a generally positive performance across the sector. Stifel Analyst Predicts Strong Q2 for Light & Wonder and PlayAGS, Mixed Outlook for IGT and Everi According to a recent client note from Stifel analyst Jeffrey Stantial, Light […]
Sports
July 24, 2024
2024 Olympics Women’s Beach Volleyball Odds, Time, and Prediction
Eighteen teams will compete in the Women’s Beach Volleyball event of the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Team US, Brazil, and a few other nations have two teams to represent them. What’s interesting is that neither of the US teams will feature the winners of the gold medal in the previous Olympics. Nevertheless, the Americans are […]
Legal
July 24, 2024
Pending Legislation May Halt FTC Probe into MGM Cyberattack
A bill in the US House of Representatives could stop the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from investigating last September’s cyberattack on MGM Resorts International. The Republican-sponsored spending bill also calls for a 27% cut in the FTC’s budget. Congress Introduces Bill to Limit FTC’s Power in MGM Ransomware Probe The provision targets a civil investigative […]
Business
July 23, 2024
DraftKings Prepares to Launch Sports Betting in Washington DC
DraftKings confirmed its intention to tackle Washington DC’s refreshed betting market. The American betting giant announced that it plans to launch its cutting-edge online sportsbook in the US capital, pending licensure and regulatory approvals. DraftKings Joined Forces with DC United to Launch in DC The arrival comes in the wake of an agreement with DC […]
Lottery
July 23, 2024
Michigan Lottery Switches to 24/7 National Problem Gambling Helpline
Back in February of 2024, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) announced state residents who are dealing with problem gambling can obtain the support and information they are looking for by calling the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline. The regulator explained the new helpline for gamblers would be operated by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), helping […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Pundit Billy Walters Says US Betting Could Be Better
Sports betting pundit Billy Walters has criticized the US wagering industry, pointing out its weaker points. Speaking at the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS), the expert said that there are certainly a few things that could be better. Walters Believes US Betting Could Be Better According to Walters, the industry is unwilling […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Attacker in Reno Casino Sex Assaults Sentenced to Life in Prison
A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison after assaulting two women at casinos in Reno. The man was involved in two separate incidents before he was arrested by law enforcement. Identified with the initials B.E., the 27-year-old man pleaded guilty to attempted sexual assault with the use of a deadly weapon, as […]
Casino
July 23, 2024
Politicians and Charities Oppose Wynn’s NY Casino Plans
Las Vegas Sands isn’t the only company to face difficulties in relation to its New York casino plans. Politicians representing the West Side of Manhattan have now also opposed Related Cos.’s plans to construct a Wynn-branded casino hotel in the High Line area. The Property Would Add Gaming to the High Line The planned property […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Caesars Indiana Shooter Sentenced to 45 Years in Prison
A man from Louisville, Kentucky, who pleaded guilty to the murder of a hip-hop artist at a southern Indiana casino, was recently sentenced to more than four decades in prison. The case involves a man with the initials A.P., who pleaded guilty to the crime that occurred at Caesars Southern Indiana’s parking garage earlier this […]
