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Choctaw will open Hochatown casino next month, giving North Texans a new gambling getaway

The Choctaw Nation is putting the finishing touches on its Hochatown casino and resort in an area of Oklahoma that's a popular getaway destination for North Texans. The $238 million Choctaw Landing is expected to do a soft opening in April with its grand opening ceremony in May as the Durant, Okla.-based tribe's fourth casino and resort and eighth…

Travel ・ 14 March 2024

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Winnings ・ 05 March 2024

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Bonuses ・ 08 February 2024

The Nevada Independent

Nevada casinos again shatter revenue record, bring in $15.5B in 2023

Strip casinos had their most lucrative year at $8.9 billion. Also, Las Vegas visitation tops 40.8 million and Reid Airport sets passenger record. For the third straight year, Nevada casinos shattered the state's annual gaming revenue record. The Gaming Control Board on Wednesday said casinos statewide collected $15.5 billion in gaming revenue in…

Finance ・ 01 February 2024

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The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Vegas set to prosper in ‘fun economy,’ UNLV experts say

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz The term "fun economy" might sound cheesy,…

Industry ・ 25 January 2024

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4 Bears Casino and Lodge decreases gambling age limit

NEW TOWN, N.D. (KMOT) - The state of North Dakota signed an agreement in late 2022 that lowered the gambling age at tribal-owned casinos from 21 to 19 years old, and now, it's in effect. A security guard is checking IDs and banding those under 21, including 20-year-old Jordan Lebeau. It's one of the protocols for customers under 21 since the 4…

Travel ・ 11 January 2024

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Despite losses, Mohegan Gaming not walking away from Vegas casino

The off-Strip casino saw a 42 percent revenue decline; operators blamed a lower hold on table game wagers. Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and…

Industry ・ 20 December 2023

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Amazon class action claims retailer profits from social casino apps

Amazon.com Inc. profits from addictive social casino apps even though it knows they are illegal under Washington state's gambling laws, according to a class action lawsuit filed Nov. 10 in Washington federal court. Las Vegas slot machine makers worked with technology start-up companies to create social casino apps that are playable from tablets,…

Mobile ・ 17 November 2023

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Amazon sued over 'dangerous partnership' with virtual casino apps

Nov 13 (Reuters) - Amazon.com (AMZN.O) earned billions of dollars through an "illegal internet gambling enterprise" by distributing casino-style apps and processing payments for virtual chips, a new proposed consumer class-action lawsuit claims. The lawsuit, filed on Friday by a Nevada resident who said he was addicted to illegal online slot games,…

Mobile ・ 14 November 2023

CBS News

Judge blocks Las Vegas Sands' agreement to build casino at Nassau Coliseum site

UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- There are three coveted licenses up for grabs to run a Downstate New York casino. But with billions of dollars hanging in the balance, a judge just threw a curveball to one of those jockeying for position. Developers who want to turn the Nassau Coliseum site into a gambling casino and resort were told to go back to the drawing…

Law ・ 11 November 2023

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F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix: Opening ceremony, red carpet, casino involvement, and more

When Formula 1 announced the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix, one thing was immediately clear. It was going to be an event. And corporate sponsors, casinos, and the teams themselves are getting in on the action. Here is just a sampling of the incredible events and packages being put together for the first-ever Las Vegas Grand Prix. If we know one…

Industry ・ 07 November 2023

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The Gambling Life of Ja Rule, Who Once Made $100,000 at the Craps Table

As Kenny Rogers established long ago, life itself is a gamble. The odds are long, the stakes are high, and the house always wins, eventually. But it's especially true for artists. After all, what could be a longer shot, a riskier enterprise, than pursuing a creative life as your livelihood? Now take that basic premise and multiply it by ten, and…

Craps ・ 01 November 2023

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GI Games Round-up: Playson, Ezugi, BF Games and more

This week's games and platform integrations round-up from Gaming Intelligence features the likes of Nolimit City, Playson, Play'n GO, Ezugi, BF Games, Pragmatic Play, Evoplay, Yggdrasil, Endorphina, Greentube and Bragg Gaming. Evolution-owned Nolimit City has released its first fish-themed game with the launch of Ugliest Catch. "It was only a…

Industry ・ 20 October 2023

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Battle for the Jackpot: The Appeal of Free Superhero Slot Showdowns

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Winnings ・ 20 October 2023

The Pantagraph

Illinois gambling tax revenue grows to nearly $2 billion

SPRINGFIELD - As the saying goes, the house always wins. And as gambling continues to expand across Illinois, that saying increasingly extends to state government coffers as revenue from the lottery, casinos, video gaming, sports betting and horse racing grew more than 5% to $1.99 billion in the fiscal year that ended in June, according to a report…

Finance ・ 12 October 2023

New York Post

Raiders' Mark Davis seen on slot machine in Las Vegas airport 'MNF'

Raiders owner Mark Davis is one of us. Just a week removed from getting into a shouting match with Raiders fans who were calling for coach Josh McDaniels' firing, Davis decided to try and get lucky at the Las Vegas airport slots. He was seen playing at the airport prior to the Raiders' big win on "Monday Night Football" against the Packers. It…

Incidents ・ 11 October 2023

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Bonuses ・ 29 September 2023

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From Hollywood to the Casino: Celebrities Who Love to Gamble

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Gambling Addiction ・ 28 September 2023

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Sheriff’s Office makes arrests for illegal gambling operations

SILER CITY - Undercover operations by the Chatham County Sheriff's Office has resulted in nine arrests which include 36 felony and 39 misdemeanor charges. The operations focused on illegal gambling and gaming activities at various locations in Chatham County. Over several months, law enforcement targeted video gambling machines that were found to…

Incidents ・ 21 September 2023

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Illegal gambling found at 17 Chatham businesses, 9 owners charged

A Chatham County Sheriff's Office investigation found 17 businesses violated state laws related to illegal gambling. The investigation into 51 businesses spanned several months and involved undercover operations. The sheriff's office found 17 businesses in violation of state law, including possession of illegal gaming equipment, promotion of…

Law ・ 18 September 2023

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9 charged in illegal gambling, gaming investigation in Chatham County, sheriff says

PITTSBORO, N.C. (WNCN) - An investigation into illegal gambling and gaming activities in Chatham County led to 17 businesses being found in violation of state law, according to the sheriff's office. The sheriff's office launched an investigation into illegal gambling and gaming activities that happened at various locations across the county.…

Incidents ・ 18 September 2023

Casino City Times

Foxwoods generates $31 million in slot revenue in August 2023

Foxwoods Resort Casino is reporting slot revenue of $31.0 million for the month of August 2023. This results in a $7.9 million direct payment to the State of Connecticut in accordance with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation's long-standing slot revenue contribution agreement. Since 1993, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation has directly…

Finance ・ 18 September 2023

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Casino worker swiped $85K while clearing jams from cash-out machines

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - A former worker at Gun Lake Casino in Allegan County admitted stealing nearly $85000 while clearing jams from cash-out machines. Jordan Lewis Cook pleaded guilty Friday, Sept. 8, in U.S. District Court in Grand Rapids to theft from an Indian Tribal Organization, a five-year felony. No sentencing date has been set. The thefts…

Incidents ・ 11 September 2023

Gambling News

Former Gun Lake Casino Employee Faces Federal Theft Charges

Image Source: Shutterstock.com Jordan Lewis Cook, a former Gun Lake Casino employee responsible for maintaining and unclogging the casino's cash-out machines, has confessed to stealing over $84500 in cash over a span of 14 months. The federal charge against Cook is for theft from an Indian Tribal Organization, which carries a potential punishment…

Incidents ・ 11 September 2023

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The Very Best Casino Games for Fans of Every Sport

Casinos and sports tend to have clearly marked boundaries. This is as true for physical casinos, where the sportsbook will be tucked away somewhere from the main gaming floor, as it is for online platforms, where the casino games and sports betting options will be on different sections of the site. Indeed, often gaming operators will have separate…

Sports ・ 10 August 2023

World Casino News

Rochester To Potentially Get First Charitable Gaming Casino

It was recently reported that Greg Carlin, principal of New England Gaming and Consulting LLC, has submitted a proposal to the City of Rochester to open a charitable gaming casino at Lilac Mall, a shopping mall recently purchased by the aforementioned principal's company called GSG Rochester Propco LLC of Manchester. He also urged for a chance to…

Sports ・ 05 August 2023

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Greg Carlin shares vision for Lilac Mall casino in Rochester NH

ROCHESTER - The man behind a proposal to open a casino at the Lilac Mall says he has the experience needed, and he believes Rochester is the perfect location. Entrepreneur Greg Carlin says Rochester Gaming, the name depicted in conceptual plans is a placeholder name, and no official name has yet been chosen. Carlin's plan will go before the…

Industry ・ 04 August 2023

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Top and Best ・ 23 July 2023

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Cubs prospect was on a casino trip when he got called up to Triple-A

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Travel ・ 07 July 2023

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Gambling Sites ・ 04 July 2023

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Payment Methods ・ 11 June 2023

Newsday

As U.S. sports bets boom, online casino gambling is slow to expand

ATLANTIC CITY - While two-thirds of the country now offers legal sports betting, only six states offer online casino gambling, confounding industry hopes that the rapid growth of sports betting would also bring internet casino wagering along with it. Speaking Wednesday at the East Coast Gaming Congress in Atlantic City, industry executives and…

Sports ・ 21 April 2023

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Casino Conference: Internet Gambling is Slow to Expand

While two-thirds of the country now offers legal sports betting, only six states offer online casino gambling, confounding industry hopes that the rapid growth of sports betting would also bring internet casino wagering along with it. Speaking Wednesday at the East Coast Gaming Congress in Atlantic City, industry executives and legislators from…

Industry ・ 20 April 2023

Indianapolis Business Journal

As U.S. sports betting booms, online casino gambling slow to expand

While two-thirds of the country now offers legal sports betting, only six states offer online casino gambling, confounding industry hopes that the rapid growth of sports betting would also bring internet casino wagering along with it. Speaking Wednesday at the East Coast Gaming Congress in Atlantic City, industry executives and legislators from…

Sports ・ 20 April 2023

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: MGM’s $10 billion project in Osaka approved by Japan as the country’s first casino

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz More than a decade ago, Nevada's major…

Industry ・ 20 April 2023

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Games ・ 18 April 2023

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"$150,000 in One Hand": Las Vegas Casinos Bowed to Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods' Every Whim

Michael Jordan is one of the greatest and richest athletes in the world. With an estimated net worth of over $2 billion, it's safe to say that the six-time NBA Champion has a lot of spare change. But, what does he do with all that money? Over the years, MJ has spent his money quite well. Purchases in real estate, several businesses, and his own NBA…

Land-based ・ 11 April 2023

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Macau casinos bounce back after three years of depressed gaming revenue

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz With three months in the books, Macau's…

Industry ・ 07 April 2023

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Sports ・ 30 March 2023

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Which NBA Players Have Been Spotted Gambling?

Professional athletes have always had a hard time gambling. Not only is it frowned upon by people, but sports authorities also have stringent laws to be followed. As far as basketball players go, they're allowed to bet on sports and online casino games. They are obviously restricted from wagering on games they're a part of, but betting on other…

Sports ・ 24 March 2023

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How often do MMA Fights Take Place in Casino Establishments? TOP-3 Establishments in the World

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UFC / MMA ・ 03 March 2023

The Nevada Independent

New Wildfire Casino starts Red Rock’s latest building boom

The newly opened Wildfire Fremont Casino near downtown Las Vegas isn't going to tip the scales on Red Rock Resorts' balance sheet. The company's big new revenue producer lands later this year when the $750 million Durango Station opens for business. Still, CEO Frank Fertitta III said the 21000-square-foot Wildfire, the seventh of the company's…

Land-based ・ 20 February 2023

The Jerusalem Post

How do online casino regulations look like in Arab countries

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Religion ・ 05 January 2023

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Famous people, who are perfect blackjack players

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Blackjack ・ 04 January 2023

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Developers secure $2.2B construction loan to complete luxury Fontainebleau resort in Las Vegas Strip

Builder and operator of hospitality and commercial properties Fontainebleau Development and Koch Real Estate Investments (KREI) have secured - with J.P. Morgan as an administrative agent - a $2.2 billion construction loan to complete Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Real estate investment trust VICI has agreed to provide up to $350 million in mezzanine…

Land-based ・ 04 January 2023

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Developers Secure $2.2 Billion in Financing for Planned Las Vegas Resort

Developers of the long-delayed Fontainebleau resort and casino have obtained $2.2 billion in construction financing, putting one of the Las Vegas Strip's largest development projects on track for planned completion in the fourth quarter of 2023. Fontainebleau Development President Brett Mufson called the financing a milestone, after his Aventura,…

Land-based ・ 29 December 2022

Gambling News

Fontainebleau Las Vegas Secured $2.2B to Ensure Project Completion

Image Source: Shutterstock.com A long-delayed casino resort slated to appear on the Las Vegas Strip is set to finally complete construction work after securing a $2.2 billion loan from a group of banks and other investors. Fontainebleau Las Vegas, developed by a partnership between Fontainebleau Development and Koch Real Estate Investments (KREI),…

Land-based ・ 28 December 2022

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Unlike Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley’s Gambling Addiction Halted After $20M Mishap and Vegas Saga

Almost every NBA fan is aware of the controversy surrounding Michael Jordan and his gambling addiction. However, MJ denied the alleged addiction, he continued gambling as he admitted he liked the thrill of it. On the contrary, Charles Barkley, another alleged gambling addict left the vice after continuous setbacks that cost him several million…

Gambling Addiction ・ 27 December 2022

Commercial Observer

Fontainebleau Scores $2.2B Loan to Build 9M-SF Resort and Casino in Las Vegas

Sacrebleu! The Las Vegas Strip is getting another casino. A joint venture between Fontainebleau Development and Koch Real Estate Investment has locked down the $2.2 billion needed to build its new 67-story hotel, entertainment and gaming destination in Sin City, the developers announced Friday. At a time when financing is harder to secure than a…

Land-based ・ 26 December 2022

Coast Reporter

Queen of Terre Haute casino projected cost at $290 million

The cost of the Queen of Terre Haute Casino Resort is now projected at $290 million, up from $260 million, Ryan Jordan, senior vice president of real estate development for Churchill Downs Inc., told the Indiana Gaming Commission on Thursday. "We have not made any program changes nor reduced amenities, but we have added amenities…," Jordan told the…

Land-based ・ 20 December 2022

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Jack Todd: A sacred institution has become Gambling Night in Canada

There was a time when the worst you had to fear from Hockey Canada was Ron MacLean. Or Don Cherry, take your pick. No longer. The Saturday evening tussle between the Canadiens and the Edmonton Oilers marked the first time this season I've watched a hockey game on the CBC, and I felt like I'd hopped a flight to Las Vegas and landed in the midst of…

Sports ・ 04 December 2022

American Football International

3 NFL Stars Who Like To Gamble And What They Play

Being an NFL player must be tough. The intense action of the games doesn't last for very long and in between, they have to keep themselves occupied. Gambling has always been a popular pastime for ballers, and these three football legends are the biggest gamblers in the sport. Tom Brady is undoubtedly one of the all-time greats of the NFL. No matter…

NFL ・ 02 December 2022

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Tennis stars who love casino games

Professional athletes often fall prey to temptations. Few people are aware that sports stars can suffer from gambling addiction. When we discuss casino goers, Michael Jordan or Wayne Rooney come to mind. What about tennis players? TOP 3 Tennis Players Who Love Casinos People like to spend time in an online casino. Indeed, in gambling clubs, you can…

Gambling Addiction ・ 29 November 2022

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Basketball players suffering from gambling addiction

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Gambling Addiction ・ 29 November 2022

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Mobile ・ 20 November 2022

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Blackjack Dealer Busted Twice, Accused of Cheating with Players

Alleged cheating scandals in poker, chess, and fishing have made headlines as of late, so it should surprise no one that casino blackjack can be added to the list. Casino bosses at the Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino studying videotapes of blackjack action last August noticed that one of their dealers, Emily Torres, was helping players at her table to…

Blackjack ・ 20 November 2022

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Chicago Bulls Partner With Wind Creek Southland Casino

The Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino and Resort is on board as the Chicago Bulls' new casino partner. As part of the arrangement, announced on Thursday, there will be different types of in-game competitions, in-stadium branding, social media sweepstakes, digital content, and various forms of hospitality. giving game tickets to local community…

Industry ・ 18 November 2022

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Strategy Guide ・ 17 November 2022

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Caesars pulls the plug on its three-year plan to sell a Strip casino

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz Caesars Entertainment CEO Tom Reeg wanted…

Sports ・ 09 November 2022

PokerTube

Casino Thief wins $1.7million Damages after Being Blinded in Beating

A career thief who took and used another gambler's reward card has been awarded $1.732million in damages after a jury found the casino at fault for not preventing the serious beating he was given by the gambler's husband... 37-year-old Montana Gunhus was left with serious injuries after the attack, and a jury this week awarded Gunhus a total of…

Travel ・ 04 November 2022

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Man held in killing of veteran Las Vegas officer gets new court date

LAS VEGAS (AP) - A man accused of killing a veteran Las Vegas police officer faced a judge Tuesday in a case that prosecutors have said might bring the death penalty. Tyson Shawn Jordan Hampton, 24, stood silently as his public defender, Conor Slife, waived the reading of 27 felony charges including murder and attempted murder in the early Oct. 13…

Land-based ・ 01 November 2022

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Jury Awards $1.7m to Man Who Was Beaten at a Casino

A jury has awarded $1.7m to an Iowa man who was beaten at the Isle Casino in Waterloo in January 2021. Montana Gunhus' attorneys were seeking $2m in compensation from the casino where the 36-year-old was subject to an attack by a fellow patron. Attorney Jordan Talsma claimed that the casino was gambling with the safety of the public and does not…

Incidents ・ 01 November 2022

Gambling News

Iowa Man Beaten in Casino, Awarded $1.7M in Court Ruling

Taking initiative is sometimes a great idea, however, when it comes along with inflicting serious damage on someone else, it's usually a good idea to have someone stop you before it's too late. Williams is going to pay the price for taking matters into his own hands, according to jury's decision. Montana Gunhus, 36, was attacked in a Waterloo…

Travel ・ 01 November 2022

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UPDATE: Jury awards $1.7 million in casino beating lawsuit

WATERLOO - Jurors have sided with an Evansdale man in his lawsuit against a Waterloo casino where he was attacked by another patron in January 2021. Attorneys for Montana Gunhus, 36, asked the jury for a $1.98 million verdict during closing arguments on Monday. "The casino was gambling with the public's safety," said Jordan Talsma, who is…

Law ・ 01 November 2022

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Vigo casino could be ready by December 2023

Bulldozers began moving dirt shortly after a June 21 groundbreaking to start construction of the Queen of Terre Haute Resort Casino on the city's east side. Churchill Downs Inc.'s $260 million project, up from an initial $240 million, is to include a casino with 1000 slot machines and 50 table games, as well as a 10-story hotel featuring 125 luxury…

Gaming Authorities ・ 22 October 2022

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Playtech launches live casino facilities in multi-state rollout

Each studio has launched simultaneously, with Parx now featuring games from the Michigan facility, and Bet365 from the New Jersey location. The initial launch at the studio in Southfield, Michigan, offers classic roulette, blackjack and baccarat live dealer tables and All Bets Blackjack, which Playtech claims is the leading scalable variant in the…

Live Gambling ・ 11 October 2022

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SG Digital signs up NetEnt, seals exclusive US deal with BTG

Announced at Scientific Games' MediaFest press briefing, SG Digital chief executive Jordan Levin said the supplier was "proud" to announce the partnership with slot giant NetEnt. Levin explained that through the integration to OpenGaming, NetEnt would be able to make titles such as Divine Fortune, Starburst and Gonzo's Quest available to its…

Tournaments ・ 03 October 2022

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Do The Highest Salary Paid USFL Players Visit Online Casinos

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Jobs ・ 28 September 2022

Sparks Tribune

Century Casinos executive: ‘If you’re a gaming company, wouldn’t you want to be in Nevada?’

Home / News / Century Casinos executive: 'If you're a gaming company, wouldn't you want to be in Nevada?' By Howard Stutz Century Casinos' pending $195 million acquisition of the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks will rewrite the company's corporate profile. The regional casino operator, which began in Europe, doesn't have what gaming observers…

Travel ・ 20 September 2022

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5 Best Casino Games For Basketball Fans

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Top and Best ・ 15 September 2022

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At home with the Aces: What they love about Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas is known for its gaudy casinos, lavish shows and over-the-top atmosphere. One of the most-visited cities in the world, the Nevada hotspot offers a prime attraction for tourists: The bustling Strip, which features more than 30 casinos, including Mandalay Bay. Inside the resort and casino, past a nightclub, restaurants, poker…

Sports ・ 14 September 2022

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Michael Pascoe: The latest casino scandal is just another sideshow

Another casino, another official investigation, more allegations of money laundering, organised crime links and fraud. At a casino? Gee, who would have guessed? And, again, Star is just a headline-grabbing sideshow to the real story that is too big for the New South Wales government to think of tackling. Quick demonstration: Star's total gaming…

Incidents ・ 13 September 2022

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6 Celebrities That Gamble (You Might See #3 at the Casino)

Gambling statistics show that roughly 26% of the world's population gambles. On top of that, more than 50 million people visit a casino every year. Naturally, those figures include celebrities that gamble. Although the majority of gamblers are average citizens, plenty of high-profile celebrities frequent casinos and wager big bucks regularly. Of…

UFC / MMA ・ 12 September 2022

The Nevada Independent

Legal changes make Colorado an enticing casino market for Nevada operators

DENVER - Nevada's major gaming companies avoided Colorado for nearly two decades after casinos were legalized in the historic mining towns of Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek. It wasn't much of a gamble. Initially, bets in the state were limited to $5 and casinos were not open 24/7. The idea behind the 1990 legalization was to boost…

Industry ・ 04 September 2022

Review Journal

CeeLo Green stars in new Las Vegas show ‘Boombox’ at Westgate Las Vegas

At this point in his prestigious career, CeeLo Green compares himself to the late host of "The Twilight Zone," and remembers hanging upside-down while playing the piano at the MGM Grand Garden. Both bear explanation as Green preps for the "Boombox" '90s revival at Westgate Las Vegas' International Theater. Taken in order: "The best way for me to…

NFL ・ 31 August 2022

The Nevada Independent

Nevada casino revenue drops in July over ‘very high bar’ set last year

Strip casinos recorded their second highest-ever single-month revenue total during July, confounding predictions that the nation's largest casino market was facing economic challenges. The primary reason July's $773.4 million in gaming revenue wasn't a record? It was up against July 2021's record total of $792.6 million. Instead, the Strip in July…

Land-based ・ 30 August 2022

US Gambling Sites

The Best Gambling Stories That Are Almost Too Crazy to Believe

Many seasoned bettors have enough crazy gambling stories to fill a warehouse. I have a few of my own that I have shared over the years. From entering a casino with less than ten bucks and leaving with just short of $3k to watching a croupier lose his mind and punch a player, I'm not short on betting anecdotes. But today, I won't be talking about my…

Sports ・ 20 August 2022

TalkBasket

5 NBA Players Who Have a Passion for Gambling

It's not just the fans who get thrilled by casino games, players also like participating in gambling although they are limited to a certain extent. There has been a raging debate about whether athletes can participate in any form of gambling. Analysts have pointed out that players' participation in gambling does not present a conflict of…

Mobile ・ 18 August 2022

Worcester Business Journal

Regulators comparing casino products to promises

While it works on a parallel track to oversee the addition of legal sports betting to the state's gambling universe, the Mass. Gaming Commission on Thursday took a closer look at how the offerings at the state's casinos stack up against their initial promises and pre-pandemic levels. The state's 2011 expanded gaming law has room for further…

Gaming Authorities ・ 15 August 2022

The Click

Twitch, let's talk about gambling streams

A thin line divides gaming and gambling, especially in the online world. The question is, why do people continue to cross that border? Let's clear the blur between gambling and just plain gaming to understand better what's happening. In its most basic terms, gambling is; I have this, you have that, let's play. If you win, you get mine. If I win, I…

Strategy Guide ・ 11 August 2022

The Paradise

Top actors who play in online casino games

Online casino games, available in several formats on different websites, have become a ubiquitous guilty indulgence for a lot of people today. However, did you know that it's not just ordinary people who are charmed by the intense high-definition graphics and immersive experience of these games? Many celebrities, including a lot of Hollywood…

Games ・ 10 August 2022

The Sports Rush

Charles Barkley paid a Las Vegas Casino $400,000 after 12 long months, faced criminal charges

Charles Barkley admitted to owing a Las Vegas casino $400000 and promised to repay it after a prosecutor said he faced criminal charges. According to ESPN, NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley has a gambling problem. Most people are unaware that it has cost him more than $10 million. Athletes are vulnerable to gambling addiction. Barkley is not alone…

Land-based ・ 25 July 2022

Above The Law

Contingency Cases Can Be A Lot Like Gambling Sometimes

Several years ago, before I started my own law firm, I was in upstate New York for a deposition with a bunch of other attorneys. The hotel where the deposition was being held was pretty close to a casino, so a few of the lawyers and I were going to hit the casino one night after the deposition. When the plaintiff's attorney got wind of our plan, he…

Payment Methods ・ 13 July 2022

The Sports Rush

How Michael Jordan's gambling habits lost him $5 million in a single night at Las Vegas at the craps table

Michael Jordan will never back down from anyone. He's competitive to the point where he'll even bet money on games of chance in which he has no control over the outcome. Jordan would take anything anyone said, even if it was just a comment made in passing, and use it as motivation. By now, memes of his'And I took it personally' quote from the Last…

Craps ・ 10 July 2022

Celebmix

The Celebrities of the Casino World

What a lot of people fail to realize is that celebrities are human beings too. That means that they also have feelings, emotions, struggles, aspirations, and all the other variables that come with being alive. We get so used to seeing celebrities in their element like when they're in movies or when they're on stage performing. We end up forgetting…

Travel ・ 06 July 2022

Retail Technology Innovation Hub

Top best casino celebrities in the world

After a long day at work, some people prefer to relax at home. But it's a lot of fun, and many people enjoy it that way by using online casino Australia real money. An endorsement from a well-known actor may do wonders for an online casino's public image. Whether playing the slots or putting their money on the table in a poker game, a celebrity…

Poker ・ 04 July 2022

TalkBasket

Famous Basketball Players Who Like Gambling

In the world of professional sports, basketball is one of the most popular and lucrative games. Many famous athletes have made a fortune playing this game, but what many people don't know is that some of these athletes are also big gamblers. This incisive blog post will take a look at some of the most famous players in the NBA who love to gamble.…

Poker ・ 01 July 2022

The Paradise

A List of Celebrities That Love Gambling in Their Free Time

Did you know that some celebrities love to gamble in their free time? In fact, they even enjoy it more than anything else! Whether they're playing blackjack at a casino or betting on horses, these celebs can't seem to get enough of gambling. Celebrities are often portrayed as leading glamorous and jet-set lifestyles. However, what many people don't…

Blackjack ・ 01 July 2022

Casino City Times

Las Vegas to be filled with Fourth of July events

Gaming News 29 June 2022 (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Entertainment Capital of the World celebrates everything red, white and blue throughout the Independence Day weekend. Visitors can honor the Fourth of July holiday with entertainment, fireworks, poolside parties and more throughout the celebratory weekend. Fireworks and Patriotic Displays Celebrating…

Trust and Safety ・ 29 June 2022

France 24

Wallabies wary of complacency, Jones record, as England series kicks off

Perth (Australia) (AFP) - Wallabies coach Dave Rennie isn't being sucked into a false sense of security by England's recent underwhelming form ahead of the first Test in Perth on Saturday, with Eddie Jones having an ominous record against his home nation. England were thumped 52-21 by a French-heavy 14-man Barbarians side in a warm-up to their…

Covid ・ 29 June 2022

Sportsfinding

Betting is Different: The Difference Between Bookmakers And Casinos

Online sportsbooks and online casinos have walked hand in hand for decades. And many people still are not quite sure about the difference between the two. Or at least they think that one website or land-based brand necessarily encompasses both the top-notch casino online games and sports betting events. However, this isn't the case. Even though you…

Sports ・ 16 June 2022

The Spread

Popular Online Casino Games Inspired by Sports

Online Casino Game Inspired by Sports The coronavirus pandemic in 2020 put a temporary stop to sports activities worldwide in a bid to observe social distancing. This affected every industry that is both directly and indirectly affiliated with sports. For example, the sports betting industry experienced lower revenues since there were practically…

Sports ・ 09 June 2022

World Casino News

June 21 ground-breaking for Queen of Terre Haute Casino Resort

In the American state of Indiana and casino operator Churchill Downs Incorporated has reportedly announced that it will be holding an official ground-breaking ceremony for its coming Queen of Terre Haute Casino Resort on the morning of June 21. According to a Friday report from the Tribune-Star newspaper, the Louisville-headquartered firm revealed…

Travel ・ 07 June 2022

Virginia Business

Norfolk planners OK temporary casino

The Norfolk Planning Commission Thursday approved a request for a conditional use permit from the Pamunkey Tribe to open a temporary casino at Harbor Park before opening the nearby $500 million HeadWaters Resort & Casino. The request now goes to Norfolk's city council in June. Harbor Park is home to Norfolk's minor league baseball team, the Tides,…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 May 2022

Online Poker Report

Some Twitch Influencers Talk Up Crypto Casinos

Twitch is the subject of a Change.org petition that's seen 1296 signatures since Friday. The petition asks Twitch's advertisers to push the streaming service to ban content creators who talk up crypto casinos. Crypto casinos are unregulated and aren't among legal US online casinos. However, US officials are beginning to crack down on crypto…

Crypto ・ 26 May 2022

Gambling News

Twitch Petition Seeks to Remove Sponsored Gambling Content

The controversy that surrounds Twitch-sponsored gambling streams continues with more voices being heard in a new petition that will try to solve the issue once and for all. The online petition calls on Twitch to curb the practice which is exposing vulnerable groups to gambling. This includes "young viewers and racial minorities," and it is…

Law ・ 25 May 2022

Dexerto

Fans start petition urging Twitch to ban gambling streams amid controversy

A petition has appeared online calling on Twitch to ban "unregulated" gambling streams from the platform. Addressed to the website's advertisers, the petition claims numerous creators are promoting content that damages "young viewers and racial minorities." Gambling streams have always been a controversial topic on Twitch. Although various…

Law ・ 25 May 2022

Contact Music

Five songs about slot games you’ve probably never heard

While slot games, i.e. online slots like Wizard Slots or even slot machines, are often music themed - there haven't been too many hits that pay direct homage to these classic games. However, they definitely exist. These tracks focus on slot machines, though you've probably never heard them before. Slot Machine - Charlotte Rose Benjamin She's not…

Incidents ・ 23 May 2022

Celebmix

Celebrities Who Are Into Gambling

You could only go to a casino or a gambling establishment to gamble at one time. However, now you can practice gambling on your computer and cell phone. The online method helps relieve the effort and expense of going to the casino. Many people may want to visit the casinos and may have the money to spend there, while the celebrities have money but…

Craps ・ 18 May 2022

Toronto Star

'Great concern around the existential threat that is iGaming': Durham stakeholders weigh in on introduction of online gambling

Kelly LaRocca is of the opinion that iGaming is a bet the province can't afford. Ontario implemented its new online betting model in April, a move that the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) has panned since it was first announced in January, citing a lack of consultation with the province's Indigenous communities and potential for…

Industry ・ 17 May 2022