Sports
September 23, 2023
Canelo vs. Charlo Odds, Time, and Prediction
Jermell Charlo is fighting his first super middleweight bout on September 30. Originally, he was supposed to defend his light-middleweight titles against Tim Tszyu but that match fell through. As a result, Charlo will move up a weight class to fight one of the greatest super-middleweight pugilists in history. This is why it’s no surprise […]
Industry
September 22, 2023
Las Vegas Gaming Companies May Benefit from Business Travel Recovery
Three and a half years ago, the global COVID-19 pandemic impacted nearly all industries across the globe. The entertainment, hospitality and gambling sectors weren’t spared, and tribal and commercial casinos across the US endured temporary restrictions, including closures. Despite the huge impact of the pandemic on the gaming and hospitality sector, visitation is gradually returning […]
Industry
September 22, 2023
Leading Gambling Executives to Participate in G2E 2023 Keynote
The world’s premier gathering of commercial and tribal gaming professionals, G2E, is planned to take place next month between October 9 and October 12. The much-anticipated event for the gambling sector will feature a dynamic keynote with recognizable executives from the industry. The keynote will precede the grand opening ceremony of the expo floor on […]
Casino
September 22, 2023
Durango Casino & Resort Receives 25,000 Job Applications Ahead of Opening
The project, which is due to open on November 20, 2023, and received a formal go-ahead from the Nevada Gaming Commission earlier this week, will be one of the biggest developments in the Silver State and bolster the local job market as well as create more opportunities for holidaymakers to enjoy gambling and relaxation. Hiring […]
Poker
September 22, 2023
Poker Player Lies about Colon Cancer to Get WSOP Buy-in
Rob Mercer raised $12,500 from his GoFundMe page and may have received as much as $18,000 in private donations to help him attend the Main Event before he “passed away,” as his diagnosis offered no chance of survival. Mercer seems to not be worried about the social consequences of his actions, he told The Las […]
Casino
September 22, 2023
Bally’s Brings Duo of Appointments with Barlow and Westcott
The first appointment comes in the face of Don Westcott who will now step in as SVP, global chief compliance officer. Westcott is a compliance veteran who has more than 25 years of relevant experience. Bringing the Right People for the Job He has worked in both the gaming and financial industries and knows his […]
Sports
September 22, 2023
Kentucky Gears for Mobile Betting with $4.5M Collected from In-Person Betting
According to Gov. Beshear, there has been more than $4.5 million wagered on the outcome of sports events statewide in just the opening salvo, and these numbers are expected to pick up as market maturity, penetration, and reach improve with the passage of time. The state has also published a catalogue that outlines what wagers […]
Casino
September 22, 2023
FanDuel Introduces Exclusive Fort Knox Cleopatra with IGT’s Help
FanDuel Casino is working with IGT and the company’s Cleopatra game to now usher in a new era of Egyptian-themed fun with Fort Knox Cleopatra, the derivative and exclusive title that has been added to the casino’s own shopping windows and is designed to celebrate the feeling of victory. A Campaign Designed to Celebrate the […]
Sports
September 22, 2023
Virginia’s Sports Betting Tax Revenue Soars Beyond Projections
Virginia has reaped a windfall of tax revenue from sports betting and casinos that far exceeds initial predictions made four years ago when the state was mulling over the idea of expanding its gambling industry. Tax Revenue from Sports Betting in Virginia Surges to $67M in FY 2023 According to the latest figures presented by […]
Casino
September 21, 2023
MGM Recovers in the Wake of a Devastating Cyberattack
American gambling and hospitality juggernaut MGM Resorts International recently suffered a devastating cybersecurity issue that forced it to shut down computers and websites and crippled its operations. In one of its latest statements, the company revealed that its properties are now operating normally. MGM Resorts informed consumers that its employees are ready to help guests […]
