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Sports
October 17, 2023
2023 4EVER 400 (Mobil 1) NASCAR Odds, Time, and Prediction
The 2023 Homestead-Miami race is sponsored by Mobile 1, who decided to call the event the 2023 4EVER 400. The reason behind this is to honor Kevin Harvick (and his 4EVER campaign) who’s going to retire from NASCAR after the end of the 2023 season. The 47-year-old driver hasn’t won a single race this year, […]
Business
October 17, 2023
NJ Gaming Revenue Soars in September Driven by Betting, iGaming
The gambling regulator in New Jersey, the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE), released its latest report, revealing insights regarding the performance of licensed gambling operators for the month of September. The new report, released Monday, reveals that the total gaming revenue reported by casinos, racetracks and their partners soared to $521.5 million last month. This […]
Casino
October 17, 2023
Detroit Casino Workers Near Massive Strike Over Contract Disputes
Detroit casino workers are on the brink of a massive strike set to begin at noon on October 17 unless an agreement is swiftly reached between unions and the city’s three major casinos. This development marks the first time in Detroit’s history that casino workers have contemplated such a drastic measure. Detroit Casino Unions Demand […]
Casino
October 17, 2023
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Prepares for Grand Opening with Key Executive Hires
In anticipation of its grand opening on December 13, Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the dazzling resort nestled on the northern stretch of the iconic Las Vegas Strip, has announced pivotal additions to its leadership team. Fontainebleau Las Vegas Welcomes New CFO and CAO John Helderman, a distinguished professional with 25 years of experience in gaming, finance, […]
Legal
October 16, 2023
Kent Businessman Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Charges of Running Illegal Slots
A businessman from Kent was accused of running illegal gambling operations in Florida. The man, who had allegedly operated an illegal slot machine business, has now pleaded not guilty to the charges. The defendant, Timothy Surgen, is a 57-year-old man who, according to multiple charges, leveraged his company, Surgen Enterprises, to operate slot machines. His […]
Industry
October 16, 2023
Kentucky Council on Problem Gambling Concerned Over Lack of Therapists
Kentucky officially embraced in-person sports bets on September 7, followed by the much-anticipated launch of an interactive platform for mobile and online wagers three weeks later, on September 28, a date that coincided with FanDuel’s launch of its mobile sports betting app. Ever since, sports betting in the Bluegrass State Sports has generated millions in […]
Industry
October 16, 2023
Reduced Credit Card Fees for Merchants May Hurt Gambling Tourism
A new federal legislation proposal, the Credit Card Competition Act of 2023, aims to reduce credit card fees charged to merchants. However, these interchange fees also fund rewards programs based on points, providing consumers with benefits like airline miles, hotel credits, and cash-back incentives. The potential change has raised concerns about the measure’s broader impact […]
Industry
October 16, 2023
Slots-Like Skill Games Once Again Banned in Virginia
In an unexpected ruling on Friday, the Supreme Court of Virginia reversed a lower court decision and reinstated the state’s prohibition on slots-like skill machines. The Supreme Court issued this ruling during a review of the legality of a longstanding injunction issued by a lower court that had prevented the state from enforcing the ban […]
Sports
October 16, 2023
Drake Misses $1.3M Payout after Paul’s Win against Danis
In addition to being a globally recognized rap superstar, Drake is also a passionate sports bettor who places hefty wagers on different events. Stake.com, the platform where the rapper is an ambassador, usually reveals insights regarding his large bets. Just like in other forms of gambling, there’s no guarantee about the outcomes of sports events, […]
Casino
October 16, 2023
Catawba Two Kings Casino’s Construction Gets Delayed Again
The Catawba Nation is currently working on a new casino property in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. The property, called Catawba Two Kings Casino, was set to begin construction in 2022. However, various setbacks have pushed that date back. Around 35 miles west of Charlotte, the tribal nation’s latest property is set to overlook Interstate 85. […]