Casino
June 7, 2024
Former MGM Blackjack Dealer Indicted for Theft Scheme with Players
A former blackjack dealer at MGM National Harbor has been indicted for allegedly working with players to steal more than $43,000 from the casino. The charges were announced on June 6 by Prince George’s County State’s Attorney, Aisha Braveboy. Surveillance Uncovers Ex-Dealer’s $43K Conspiracy with Players Jamie Smith, 31, is accused of conspiring with three […]
Sports
June 7, 2024
Two More Men Charged in Connection with Jontay Porter’s Betting Scandal
Federal prosecutors have added more charges to the high-profile betting scandal that saw a lifetime ban issued by the NBA against Jontay Porter, a former Toronto Raptors forward. In an indictment handed down on June 6, Timothy McCormack and Mahmud Mollah were charged in connection with the conspiracy that allegedly used insider information from Porter. […]
Casino
June 7, 2024
Georgia Resident Files Class Action Lawsuit Against VGW
A Georgia resident has launched a class action lawsuit against Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW) and its subsidiary companies, claiming they are operating illegal online gambling websites within the state. The lawsuit, initiated by Destiny Kennedy, targets VGW Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries, VGW Malta Limited, VGW Luckyland Inc., and VGW GP Limited, for allegedly violating […]
Legal
June 6, 2024
Legal Battle between Evolution and L&W Reaches New Junction
The ongoing legal battle between gaming giants Evolution and Light & Wonder (L&W) has reached a new phase as the two companies continue their legal maneuvers. Evolution’s motion to seal portions met resistance as the judge asked the company to file a memorandum, demonstrating the need for such a measure. The Companies Argue over Intellectual […]
Business
June 6, 2024
Eminence Capital Becomes Entain’s Fourth Largest Shareholder
Ricky Sandler, CEO of Eminence Capital, has increased his stake in Entain to 5.18%, making Eminence Capital the fourth largest shareholder of the FTSE 100 firm. On 3 June, Sandler acquired an additional 7.1 million shares, bringing Eminence Capital’s total holdings in Entain to 37,154,030 shares, thus surpassing the 5% reporting threshold. Entain Is Increasingly […]
Business
June 6, 2024
Cordish Companies Picks Jamie Williams for Sales Director in Louisiana
The gaming division of the Cordish Companies, Cordish Gaming Group, announced a new important senior-level appointment, strengthening its team for Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, the company’s newest hotel gaming and entertainment resort. Earlier this week, the company confirmed it hired Jamie Williams, a hospitality and gaming veteran with extensive experience, for the role of […]
Casino
June 6, 2024
Mesquite Gaming Hints at Plans for Renovations at Two Locations
Despite the summer season, a couple of casinos in Nevada are about to undergo renovations in an effort to deliver better experiences for their customers. This is the case for Mesquite Gaming, the operator of Virgin River hotel and CasaBlanca, two venues that would undergo revamping, a report released by the Las Vegas Review-Journal suggests. […]
Casino
June 6, 2024
Cherokee Nation Continues to Pursue Casino Bid in Arkansas
The efforts of the leading gaming and hospitality company, Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE), toward securing a casino gaming license for Pope County from the Arkansas Racing Commission (ARC) continue. Earlier this week, the company confirmed it resubmitted its application with the gambling regulator. Ultimately, CNE is after securing a casino gaming license that would permit […]
Sports
June 6, 2024
Alex Perez vs. Tatsuro Taira UFC Fight Night 242 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Alex Perez is a former flyweight title challenger who’s coming off a fantastic KO win over Matheus Nicolau in April. Sveen weeks after that fight, he’s stepping into the Octagon again, this time to fight undefeated Japanese rising star, Tatsuro Taira. Judging by the betting odds, bookies think Taira will win, but we think Perez […]
Sports
June 6, 2024
New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew 2024 MLS Odds, Time, and Prediction
NYCFC has won each of its last five games in the 2024 MLS, with their most recent game resulting in a 5-1 win over San Jose. The New Yorkers want to keep the good run going, but it won’t be easy as they’re playing against the defending MLS champions, Columbus Crew. On the bright side […]
