Industry
January 17, 2022
Brianne Doura-Schawohl Launches a Consulting Firm to Battle Gambling Harm
Brianne Doura-Schawohl, who was recently named by the National Institute of Lobbying and Ethics a Top 100 Lobbyist, announced the launch of her own consulting firm, which will focus on promoting policies regarding responsible gambling. The firm’s main goal will be to drive initiatives such as legislation, public health, regulation, and community action, all related […]
Casino
January 17, 2022
DGE Releases Total Gaming Results for December 2021
Revenues of casinos and racetracks in New Jersey have been gradually growing during 2021. Just like any other state where gambling is legal, the industry in New Jersey has felt the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic that started in 2020. But now, it seems that the industry is in for a rebound after reporting […]
Business
January 17, 2022
Gila River Hotels & Casino Rebrands Itself as Wild Horse Expansion Rolls On
Arizona-based casino operator Gila River Hotels & Casinos is going through a transition. The casino industry is becoming more competitive in the state, and it wants to keep up. Gila River will host a celebration weekend at Wild Horse Pass this month to celebrate the $180-million expansion of the Wild Horse Pass and the opening […]
Business
January 17, 2022
Churchill Downs Solidifies Murr’s Position as President of TwinSpires
With sports betting still gaining ground in the US, Churchill Downs Inc. (CDI) isn’t going to leave anything to chance. The company announced last Friday that Ben Murr was named President of TwinSpires and Online Gaming, losing the “interim” tag that had been part of his title. He will be responsible to oversee the operations […]
Business
January 17, 2022
Mississippi Casino Workers Accused of COVID-19 Fraud, Must Return Benefits
Some South Mississippi casino workers recently received a letter from the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) they weren’t expecting. It told them that they have to repay certain state unemployment benefits received during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, the MDES accused them of fraud. Mississippi Goes After Casino Workers All 12 Coast […]
Industry
January 14, 2022
Nevada Abstract Showed the Magnitude of Restrictions Impact
Nevada Gaming Abstract – 2021, a combined financial information report released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), revealed how thin the margins within the casino industry are. What a Difference a Year Can Make The report covering the financial results across all casino licensees in Nevada which reach or exceed $1 million in gross […]
Casino
January 14, 2022
Michigan Regulators Want to Pull the Plug on Illegal Gaming Machines
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) together with the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) and the Michigan Department of Attorney General have started a crusade against illegal gambling in the state. In an attempt to eradicate unregulated gaming machines and stop illegal wagering activities outside licensed casinos, the regulators have developed a strategy aimed at […]
Casino
January 14, 2022
Evolution Delivers Live Lightning Roulette to New Jersey
Evolution continues to build upon its offer across the United States with the latest release targeting New Jersey. The live dealer game supplier has debuted its dedicated Lightning Roulette game in New Jersey, bringing its flagship product to one of the biggest markets in the US. Lightning Roulette Is All Systems Go in New Jersey […]
Poker
January 14, 2022
WPT Selects Famous DJ and Musician Steve Aoki as Brand Ambassador
The World Poker Tour (WPT) announced on Thursday that it chose Steve Aoki, the famous musician and producer as its newest brand ambassador. Steve Aoki Becomes Brand Ambassador for the WPT In his new position as ambassador, Aoki is going to play a pivotal role in the process of guiding WPT’s revamping just in time […]
Sports
January 14, 2022
BetMGM Launches NY Online Sports Betting on January 17
Mark your calendars, because BetMGM is set to break ground in the New York online betting market on Monday, January 17. This makes a fifth company that is joining the Empire State and launching its dedicated betting platform a little over a week after the industry received an official go-ahead. BetMGM Set to Roll Out […]