Casino
November 3, 2023
Pacheco Casino Staff and Patrons Urged to Test for TB
A series of concerning genetic test results have recently confirmed 11 cases of tuberculosis in Contra Costa County, California. Ten out of the 11 confirmed cases were genetically linked. Also, most of the confirmed cases were related to patrons and employees at California Grand Casino in Contra Costa County, California. The eleventh case has not […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
Trump Jr: Bally’s Secured Trump Golf Links Lease for $60M
In 2015, the Trump Organization and the city of New York reached an agreement that enabled it to extend its lease for the Trump Golf Links Ferry Point in the Bronx. That agreement extended the Organization’s lease for two decades, allowing it to retain its control of the site. However, early in 2021, after the […]
Business
November 3, 2023
DraftKings’ Q3 Results and Improved Guidance Highlight the Success of Its Strategy
DraftKings has published its Q3 2023 results, updating its guidance thanks to its strong performance. The American betting company posted revenue of $790 million for the period – a figure that represents a staggering 57% year-on-year increase from the $502 million recorded in 2022. In the wake of this strong figure, DraftKings raised its FY […]
Business
November 3, 2023
BetMGM Launches Borgata Bingo Online App in NJ
Gambling juggernaut BetMGM has announced the launch of Borgata Bingo online in New Jersey. The new online bingo platform provides local consumers with access to the first 75-ball real money online bingo product in America. The new product is built for BetMGM by Entain and leverages the former company’s experience in the global gaming sector […]
Business
November 3, 2023
Legal Betting Market in Kentucky Grows Steadily since Launch
Early in September, Kentucky introduced retail and mobile sports betting. Nearly two dozen mobile and land-based sports betting operators licensed in the state started offering their services to bettors and sports fans alike. The move of lawmakers to legalize sports betting comes as no surprise, considering the growing popularity of the activity across the United […]
Casino
November 3, 2023
35,000 Las Vegas Casino Workers Ready to Walk Out on November 10
In a bold move that could disrupt the bustling streets of Las Vegas and coincide with the city’s inaugural Formula 1 races, the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 and Bartenders Union Local 165 have set a strike deadline for Friday, November 10, 2023, at 5:00 am PT. Historic Hospitality Worker Strike Threatens Las Vegas Casinos […]
Casino
November 3, 2023
Pope County Officials Seek Neutrality in Ongoing Casino License Battle
In the wake of a recent ruling by the Arkansas Supreme Court, Pope County Judge Ben Cross is urging the county quorum court to remain neutral in the contentious legal battle over the coveted casino license for Russellville. The ruling, delivered on October 26, revoked the license from a partnership between Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) […]
Legal
November 3, 2023
Oklahoma Governor Unveils Plan For Sports Betting Legalization
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt released a new plan, proposing the statewide expansion of sports betting in the state. On Thursday, the governor unveiled details regarding the plan that calls to deliver in-person betting via Tribal operators and mobile betting through licensed operators across Oklahoma. Gov. Stitt proposes mobile wagering to be taxed at a 20% […]
Business
November 2, 2023
ESPN BET Is Set to Officially Launch on November 14
ESPN BET, one of the most highly-anticipated online sports betting platforms in the United States, finally has an official launch date. As announced by ESPN, the new online sportsbook is set to debut on November 14. ESPN BET is set to launch in a total of 17 states, including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, […]
Industry
November 2, 2023
Uncertain Backing and Mysterious Origins: California’s Quest for Legal Sports Betting
While California’s appetite for the lucrative sports betting industry remains substantial, the path forward is unclear. A pair of proposed measures for the November 2024 ballot seeks to allow on-site and online sports betting in the Golden State through recognized Indian tribes. However, these propositions are raising questions due to the notable absence of support […]
