Industry
October 9, 2023
Looming Strikes Cast a Shadow Over Las Vegas Amid Stalled Union Talks
As contract negotiations between Las Vegas hospitality unions and major casino-resort operators continue to stagnate, concerns are mounting over potential strikes that could disrupt the city’s bustling hospitality industry. Tensions Rise in Sin City as Vegas Unions Hit a Standstill in Talks Despite ongoing talks, there has been little progress in addressing these demands. Union […]
Casino
October 6, 2023
NGCB Rules in Favor of Trespassing Winning Player at the Casablanca Mesquite
The Casablanca Hotel-Casino in Mesquite, Nevada, will need to pay over $2,000 in slots jackpots to Rhon Wilson, a player who was previously kicked out of the venue, but decided to violate the trespass statute, re-enter the casino, and keep gambling. He Did Now Pay for His Drink Originally, Wilson was escorted out of the […]
Legal
October 6, 2023
Illinois Businessman Seeks Leniency after Bribing Politicians to Legalize Sweepstakes
An Illinois gambling businessman is seeking leniency after he was convicted of fraud, bribery and lying to FBI agents. He faces up to 20 years in prison for his crimes. The businessman, James T. Weiss, was convicted in June this year and is currently awaiting sentencing from US District Judge Steven Seeger. Seeking leniency for […]
Legal
October 6, 2023
Judge Rejects Reconsideration Motion in Lawsuit against Ameristar Casino
In a significant turn of events in the ongoing legal battle between Joseph Shiraef, a skilled card counter from Georgia, and Ameristar Casino in Black Hawk, a judge recently dismissed a motion to reconsider Shiraef’s case. The lawsuit, filed in August, alleges that Shiraef was unlawfully detained by the casino staff and subsequently confronted by […]
Sports
October 6, 2023
New NFL Betting Policies Gain Praise from Nevada Representative
The National Football League (NFL) recently implemented revamped sports betting policies, eliciting praise from Congresswoman Dina Titus who had earlier raised concerns about the lack of clarity in the league’s protocols. NFL Introduces Stricter Measures for In-League Betting and Leniency for Non-NFL Wagers Following a series of gambling-related violations involving nearly a dozen players, the […]
Legal
October 6, 2023
Hidalgo County Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Gambling in Edcouch
Law enforcement authorities in Hidalgo County cracked down on illegal gambling activities once again, this time raiding the Tejano Treasures game room in Edcouch. Tejano Treasures Raid Leads to Arrests and Confiscation of Gaming Machines During the raid on October 4, deputies discovered a multitude of gaming machines at the Tejano Treasures establishment located at […]
Casino
October 6, 2023
Hard Rock’s Sports Betting Monopoly Could Limit Florida’s Revenue Potential
Florida’s mobile sports wagering market can become one of the largest in the United States. However, JMP Securities analyst Jordan Bender predicts limited competition could present unique challenges, damaging the sector’s profitability. Hard Rock International, the gaming arm of the Seminole Tribe, will have exclusive control over the state’s mobile sports wagering offerings, presenting substantial […]
Esports
October 6, 2023
Casino Esport Conference Arrives in Atlantic City in November
An interesting and much-anticipated event for the gaming and esports sector is scheduled to take place next month in Atlantic City, New Jersey. November 6 would mark the start of the Casino Esport Conference (CEC), a prestigious event that plans to bring together experts from the gambling, esports and technology verticals. The event, scheduled between […]
Lottery
October 5, 2023
Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.4bn after Wednesday’s Drawing
Played in nearly 50 US states and jurisdictions, Powerball is America’s favorite lottery. Drawings of the game occur on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. For more than 30 consecutive drawings, there has been no winner of the jackpot prize from Powerball. This enabled it to grow to the mind-blowing $1.4 billion for the upcoming drawing scheduled […]
Legal
October 5, 2023
Gentry Murder Case Remains Suspended as Defense Asks for Second Mental Evaluation
Martin Tavarez-Torres, accused of fatally shooting his coworker, Fidel Mercado Reyes, at La Huerta Mexican restaurant in Gentry, Arkansas, has been found fit to stand trial. Tavarez-Torres, aged 23, was charged with capital murder, and his defense lawyers have sought a second mental evaluation to determine whether he comprehended the criminality of his actions at […]
