Sports
July 11, 2023
Kentucky Sports Betting to Launch with September’s NFL Season
Sports enthusiasts and bettors have reason to celebrate as Kentucky gears up to roll out retail sports betting by 7 September, just in time for the highly anticipated NFL season start. As operators and suppliers flock to the state, eager bettors are in for a memorable September. The industry should bolster tourism, create jobs and […]
Industry
July 11, 2023
Alleged Casino Robber Cop to Go On Trial in Las Vegas
The trial against a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department police officer, allegedly involved in three casino heists is expected to start this week after on Monday, a jury was finalized. Accusations against Caleb Mitchell Rogers claim that he was involved in three robberies at different Las Vegas casinos between November 2021, January 2022 and February […]
Casino
July 11, 2023
Jackpots Hit at Seminole Hard Rock Surpass $1bn for 2023
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, the premium casino, entertainment and leisure destination in South Florida, awarded more than $1 billion in jackpots in both 2021 and 2022. The venue offers a massive 150,000-square-foot gaming floor that is home to 2,700 of the most popular slots. Additionally, Seminole Hard Rock also offers electronic craps […]
Business
July 10, 2023
Vincent Zahn Becomes CFO and Executive VP of HRI and Seminole Gaming
Seminole Hard Rock strengthened its C-suite upon announcing a new executive-level appointment. The company revealed that it has selected Vincent Zahn for the role of executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO) at Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International (HRI). Joining the C-suite, he brings significant experience within the gambling vertical. In his new […]
Legal
July 10, 2023
California Bill Would Provide Tribes with a Chance to Sue Cardrooms
The conflict between California’s cardrooms and tribes may finally be settled as the California Assembly Judiciary Committee advanced a bill that would allow Indian nations to sue cardrooms. Under SB 549, tribes will get a one-time lawsuit to resolve the matter. California has had cardrooms ever since the California Gold Rush. At first, such establishments […]
Legal
July 10, 2023
Head of Maine’s Gambling Regulator Suspended over Controversial Tweets
The executive director’s tweets made derogatory remarks about women and included references to a white nationalist group, sparking widespread criticism and prompting an internal investigation. Champion apologized for his actions, noting he meant his words as satire but failed to judge their implications. His suspension clearly shows that even high-level officials can face consequences for […]
Legal
July 10, 2023
Nevada Regulator Warns of a Rise in Scams Targeting Casinos
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is running a focused campaign to spread awareness of the potential danger, reminding businesses to remain vigilant and implement robust security measures to protect against these fraudulent activities. Scammers’ continually evolving schemes make detection and countermeasures increasingly difficult, meaning casinos must continuously share information and present a united front. […]
Lottery
July 10, 2023
Mega Millions, Powerball Jackpots Continue to Grow
On Tuesday, the 14th largest Mega Millions jackpot will be up for grabs, after it survived the drawing on Friday, July 7, 2023. This Tuesday, the jackpot is estimated to hit $480 million or $240.7 million with a cash option, marking the 24th roll for this growing prize. Some 1,175,091 lucky players secured a prize […]
Poker
July 10, 2023
2023 WSOP Main Event Sees Record Number of Players
The 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) has seen soaring interest in the poker festival held from Monday, July 3 through Monday, July 17, with the Main Event cracking the 10,000-entry list for the very first time. Registration for the tournament closed during the weekend on Sunday, with 10,043 players set to play in the […]
Business
July 7, 2023
Sportradar Expands US Sports Betting Market Presence with Kansas Certification
Sports data and technology company Sportradar Group has recently obtained a full Sports Gaming Supplier Certificate for its subsidiary, Sportradar Solutions LLC, enabling it to offer sports betting services in the state of Kansas. Sportradar Extends Services to Kansas Companies Earlier in September 2022, the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission had granted Sportradar a temporary […]
