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Woman offered steak dinner instead of $43 million in jackpot winnings at US casino

A woman in New York, Katrina Bookman found herself facing disappointment after what initially seemed like a significant jackpot win. During her visit to the Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York, in 2017, Bookman was to see $42949672 displayed on the slot machine screen. This windfall could have marked one of the largest slot machine jackpot…

Winnings ・ 13 March 2024

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Woman who won £33 million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by casino

Imagine bagging a whopping $43 million (£33 million) jackpot, just to be offered a steak dinner instead of your winnings. That's exactly what happened to Katrina Bookman back in 2017. Bookman was playing the slots at the Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York, when she won what would have been the largest slot machine jackpot in US history -…

Winnings ・ 10 March 2024

The US Sun

but the casino only gave me a steak dinner instead

A WOMAN who had won a whopping $43 million prize was left disappointed when the casino offered her a steak dinner instead. Katrina Bookman hit the jackpot at the Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York City - but her victory turned sour soon after. Bookman decided to have a go on the slot machines and after pulling the lever, the woman was left in…

Law ・ 24 January 2024

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Woman who won $43 million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by casino

Instead of being handed $43 million for her jackpot'win', a woman was offered a steak dinner instead. Tough choice, right? Katrina Bookman was at the Resorts World Casino in Jamaica, Queens, when she decided to have a go on the slot machines. After pulling the lever, she secured what would have been the largest slot machine jackpot in US history -…

Winnings ・ 19 January 2024

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New York Governor Fails To Include Online Casino In Budget

Just days after New York State Sen. Joseph Addabbo introduced iCasino legislation for the second year in a row, Gov. Kathy Hochul effectively put the kibosh on it for 2024. In her annual budget, Hochul did not include any mention of online casino legalization or the potential $475 million in annual tax revenue Addabbo projects. By not including it…

Finance ・ 17 January 2024

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Optimistic outlook for NY online casino legalization amidst Downstate licensing delays

After launching the nation's first retail sportsbook at Rivers Casino & Resorts in Schenectady and successfully launching NY online sports betting in 2022, New York is continuing its aggressive push into the legal gambling market. These developments have propelled the state-run industry to the top of the rankings across the country. The recent…

Law ・ 10 November 2023

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Analyst Says New York Casino Plans Won't Be Known Until 2025

Gambling industry analyst Brendan Bussmann of B Global disagrees with the common assessment that the process of awarding three downstate casino licenses in New York is going slowly. "It's not fair to [the word]'slow,'" Bussmann quipped. "This process has been the opposite of quick and painless." In fact, Bussmann believes we've still got a whole…

Roulette ・ 08 November 2023

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New York Reports Gambling Revenues Are Up-And So Are Problem Gambling Calls

Online sports betting in New York added $727.4 million in tax revenues in the state's fiscal 2022-2023 year-and it looks like the trend will continue into the first quarter of the current fiscal year, according to a report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. But not all news is good news. The New York State Gaming Commission also noted a 26%…

Finance ・ 17 October 2023

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Woman who won $43 million at a casino was offered a steak dinner instead

Whilst most of us dream of winning big at a casino, the reality sadly isn't always as exciting. Having played various machines at the Resorts World Casino in Queens, Katrina Bookman thought she was about to leave with a $42949672 million prize. However, the gambler was left feeling a little cheated after being offered an alternative prize of a…

Law ・ 11 October 2023

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Potential resurrection of New York, Massachusetts casino developments bodes well for Genting Malaysia

Maybank Investment Bank said Sunday they could raise Genting Malaysia's long-term earnings estimates by as much as 74% following news that two key potential casino developments in the United States could be back on the menu. As per local news reports, the New York State Gaming Commission has now resumed the Request for Applications (RFA) process…

Gaming Authorities ・ 10 October 2023

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Eleven New York Casino Bidders Wait For Answers

At some point in September - date to be announced - the New York State Gaming Commission will hold a meeting during which it may have answers to hundreds of questions posed by the 11 potential bidders for the state's three downstate casino licenses. "May" is the word of choice because this question-and-answer process started back in February, when…

Travel ・ 30 August 2023

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How US Online Casinos Changed Since the Legalization of Gambling

Legal online gambling is rapidly spreading in the US as more states legalize online casinos. Most states legalized online gambling after the Supreme Court ruling in 2018, giving states permission to legalize casinos and sportsbooks. The legalization has transformed the country's gaming industry into a booming business, fascinating millions…

Law ・ 29 August 2023

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Las Vegas Sands Adds Canyon Ranch to NY Casino Bid

Las Vegas Sands is upping its efforts in its pursuit of a full-scale casino license in downstate New York. Just recently, the gambling leader announced that it has secured the leader in the destination wellness category, Canyon Ranch, for its US$4-billion bid for an integrated casino resort on Long Island at the Nassau Veterans Memorial…

Travel ・ 31 July 2023

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Del Lago Casino: The Ultimate Guide to Gambling and Entertainment

Del Lago Casino is a premier gambling and entertainment destination located in Tyre, New York. It opened its doors to the public in February 2017 and quickly garnered a reputation as one of the top casinos in the region. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Finger Lakes region, Del Lago Casino offers a wide array of gaming options, luxurious…

Strategy Guide ・ 25 July 2023

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Woman who won $43million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by Jamaica casino

The world would quite literally be your oyster if you'd won $43 million, right? Well, that's exactly what this unfortunate woman thought until she was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings. Because as it turned out, the jackpot was a result of a'malfunction' and the hopeful millionaire-to-be was left empty-handed... well, that's unless a…

Winnings ・ 24 July 2023

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71-year-old retired handyman wins record $486 million jackpot

A 71-year-old handyman had just hung up his tool belt to officially retire. Then he got a big chunk of change to fund his next chapter. Johnnie Taylor, the recently retired New York resident, just won the $476 million Mega Millions jackpot - the largest ever won in the state since the game began in 2002. "It still doesn't feel real," Taylor…

Winnings ・ 07 June 2023

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NY man, 71, claims Mega Millions jackpot

Believe it, Johnnie Taylor, believe it. A Queens, New York man is living the dream after winning a $476 million Mega Millions jackpot in April - the largest jackpot win in the state's Mega Millions history. "It still doesn't feel real," Taylor told the New York Lottery on Monday when he claimed his prize, stating that his wife didn't believe him…

Lottery ・ 06 June 2023

The Scottish Sun

I had proof of win but they refused to pay me & offered a free meal instead

A WOMAN'S dream turned into a nightmare after she had won over $40million only to be offered $2.25 and a steak dinner, according to her lawsuit. Katrina Bookman from New York filed a lawsuit that claimed she was playing slots at the Resort World Casino in Queens, when she was shown a winning ticket of $42.9million. Despite the machine telling her…

Law ・ 26 May 2023

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Las Vegas Sands Casino Project in New York Approved

Nassau County, New York State legislators approved the Las Vegas Sands' 99-year lease to build and manage a $4 billion casino on the site of Nassau Coliseum on Long Island. The civic association "Say No to the Casino", in collaboration with various pressure groups, has opposed the idea. They claimed that the Las Vegas Sands Casino on Long Island…

Law ・ 24 May 2023

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Dissecting the Regulations Governing New York’s Online Casino Gambling

Online casino gambling in New York is subject to a number of laws and guidelines that are specific to the state. Say, for example, that you wish to go to a reputable, safe, and well-rated online casino in the State of New York. You can't just do it carelessly, as there is a set of guidelines you should look at. In the past few years, online…

Law ・ 29 April 2023

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What Happened to Katrina Bookman?

Sure, casinos are all about having fun, but at the end of the day we're all in it to win it. And if a machine told you that you'd hit the jackpot you'd be ecstatic - your life would change forever. So you can imagine the excitement when Katrina Bookman entered Resorts World Casino in New York and hit a win for almost $43 million. But when she came…

Winnings ・ 11 April 2023

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Sands, seeking casino license, funds programs in Nassau, including visit by David Beckham

Since announcing it wants to build a casino in Uniondale, Sands New York has spread money around Nassau to sponsor a wide range of local programs, including bringing in soccer superstars and a former NFL star to grace a youth events. The group also has sponsored Irish American government day in Garden City, training programs at Nassau Community…

Industry ・ 25 March 2023

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Will New York Online Casinos Ever Open?

Since New Jersey put its stamp of approval on legal online gambling in 2013, many states followed in its wake. Popular online casino "destinations" include Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Michigan. Today, several states are waiting in the wings for legal online casino approval. New York is one of them. The current online gambling market in the US is a…

Law ・ 11 March 2023

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Soloviev Group Bets Manhattan’s Largest Undeveloped Lot Will Help It Win Coveted Casino License

The Soloviev Group has finally settled on what it wants to do with what's billed as the largest undeveloped lot in Manhattan, which it said it's owned for 15 years: place a big bet on winning a casino license among heavy competition as demand for offices looks less attractive. The developer, known for projects such as New York's iconic 9 W. 57th…

Land-based ・ 09 March 2023

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Woman Won $43 Million Jackpot and Was Offered a Steak Dinner by the Casino Instead of Her Winnings

Which would you prefer: a steak supper or $43 million? Unfortunately, even after winning the jackpot on a slot machine, one woman didn't have many options. At the Resorts World Casino in Jamaica, Queens, Katrina Bookman was playing the slots when she won what would have been the highest slot machine prize in US history: $42949672. She used the…

Winnings ・ 10 February 2023

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Developers seek casinos in Manhattan

A proposal seeking one of New York City's three casino licenses would include a massive Ferris wheel near the United Nations' headquarters in Midtown Manhattan with a mostly underground casino. Another proposal would convert the top three floors of Saks Fifth Avenue's flagship department store on Fifth Avenue across from Rockefeller Center and St.…

Law ・ 02 February 2023

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Massive Vegas Style Casino Coming To New York?

New York State has made million in tax revenue from online sports betting and casinos and soon there may be a "Vegas" style casino located in the state. Currently, there are 12 land-based casinos in the state which are overseen by the New York State Gaming Commission. Also within the state border are 15 tribal casinos that are regulated by the…

Travel ・ 31 January 2023

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New York Senator Wants Casinos To Be Licensed In 2023

This year, a New York politician wants to legalize complete casinos near New York City. Sen. Joseph Addabbo, a Democrat from Queens, said that he doesn't wish the licensing procedure for three casinos in the metro region that are designed to resemble Las Vegas to "linger." Addabbo chairs the state Senate's Committee on Racing, Gaming, and…

Law ・ 15 January 2023

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Breaking down the rules and regulations surrounding online casino gaming in New York

Online casino gaming in New York comes with a set of certain rules and regulations associated with online gaming in the state. So, say you want to visit a top-rated, safe, and reliable live casino from the state of New York. Can you do it carelessly or is there a set of rules you should examine? It would have to be the latter. To help you…

Law ・ 15 January 2023

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Las Vegas Sands eyes Long Island for large casino project

Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) announced its intention to pursue the development of a multi-billion-dollar flagship hospitality, entertainment and casino project on Long Island, New York. The company said it has entered into agreements to purchase the long-term lease of the site currently home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The transactions…

Industry ・ 15 January 2023

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Las Vegas Sands pursues a downstate casino license at old Nassau Coliseum site

Las Vegas Sands, the resort company and casino, announced Thursday that it will pursue a license to operate an entertainment destination and casino on the property of the former Nassau County Coliseum in Uniondale. Sands Corp. is vying for one of from the New York State Gaming Commission, which applications opened for last week. Former Governor…

Law ・ 14 January 2023

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U.S. Set Gambling Record In 2022 With More Than $54.9 Billion In Revenue

A mericans gambled away a record-breaking amount of money in 2022. The nation's casinos and mobile gaming apps rang up a record $54.93 billion in revenue during the first 11 months of 2022. With one month still being tallied, 2022 has already smashed the $53.04 billion record by 13.5%, according to data collected from state regulators by…

Finance ・ 13 January 2023

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New York Senator Wants Big Apple Casinos Licensed This Year

A New York lawmaker is pushing for full casinos to be licensed in the New York City area this year. Sen. Joseph Addabbo, D-Queens, told Gambling.com he doesn't want the licensing process for three Las Vegas-style casinos in the metropolitan area to "linger." Addabbo is chairman of the state Senate Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering. Any delay…

Law ・ 13 January 2023

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Casino Refuses to Pay $42M Woman Who Won Slots Game, Offers Steak Dinner Instead

A New York woman's life changed (briefly) after she hit the jackpot at a Jamaica, Queens casino, but her dream soon turned to reality after what unfolded next. Katrina Bookman was playing the slots when she won $42 million at the Resorts World Casino. The win was the largest slot machine jackpot in US history, according to UNILAD. After heading to…

Law ・ 12 January 2023

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Las Vegas Sands Proposes Multi-Billion Dollar Casino Development on Long Island, New York

Las Vegas Sands has confirmed that it is pursuing the development of a multi-billion dollar hospitality, entertainment and casino project on Long Island, New York, with the recent release of the New York State Gaming Commission Application for three gaming licenses in the center of New York State. The company has signed agreements to purchase the…

Industry ・ 12 January 2023

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Woman offered steak dinner after winning $43m as slots ‘malfunctioned’

The story of a woman who was offered nothing but a steak dinner after she won $43 million on a slot machine in New York has resurfaced this week. Katrina Bookman, from Queens, New York, was playing a game at Resorts World Casino in August 2016 when the machine told her she had won over $42.9 million. She posed with the machine in shock as she…

Law ・ 11 January 2023

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No Mention From Governor, But New York Casino Process Moving Along

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke for nearly an hour during her State of the State Address Tuesday, mentioning sweeping, expensive proposals for mental health, housing, inflation, security, and energy policies before mentioning that those ideas were just the "tip of the iceberg" of what she'd like to accomplish. "I know most of you cannot wait to…

Finance ・ 10 January 2023

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Woman who won $43million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by casino

Would you rather have $43 million, or a steak dinner? Unfortunately, one woman wasn't left with much choice even after hitting the jackpot on a slot machine. Katrina Bookman was playing the slots at the Resorts World Casino in Jamaica, Queens when she secured what would have been the largest slot machine jackpot in US history - $42949672…

Law ・ 08 January 2023

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New York Casino Location Board Ready For Big Apple Applicants

The panel charged with determining where to locate New York City-area casinos issued a request for applications (RFA) on Tuesday in its first public meeting, signaling the start of the expensive, high-stakes competition for the three licenses being dangled. The Gaming Facility Location Board, part of the New York State Gaming Commission, announced…

Law ・ 04 January 2023

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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady to Train Future Table Games Dealers for Free

Image Source: Shutterstock.com Top gaming destination in New York opened 24 hours a day Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady has announced it would run a free Dealer Academy at the beginning of next year. The decision was taken as a means of the casino attempting to train its future table games dealers. The six-week training course will be initiated…

Land-based ・ 30 December 2022

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A Deeper Look At New York's Powerful Casino Location Board

Investor and restaurateur Ken Sturm has been doing business in Times Square for more than three decades. The owner of Bacall's Steakhouse on West 44th Street and the world-famous Ellen's Stardust Diner (named after his mother) on Broadway and 52nd Street, Sturm has seen what the pandemic has done to the heart of Manhattan. He thinks it's time the…

Law ・ 21 December 2022

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Times Square May Get One of the Few Spectacles It Lacks: A Casino

Times Square, New York City's famed Crossroads of the World, could hardly be considered lacking. It has dozens of Broadway theaters, swarms of tourists, costumed characters and noisy traffic, all jostling for space with office workers who toil in the area. Now one of the city's biggest commercial developers is pitching something that Times Square…

Travel ・ 17 December 2022

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Jay-Z In Times Square Casino State Of Mind

Developers and casino operators are pulling out all the stops in their pursuit of one of the New York City-area casino licenses being dangled by the New York State Gaming Commission as the selection process draws closer. Brooklyn native Jay-Z and his Roc Nation entertainment agency have joined a group of investors pushing for a Las Vegas-style…

Law ・ 06 December 2022

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Board Approved for New York Downstate Casino Expansion

A board to determine the location and siting of up to three potential downstate New York casinos was approved this afternoon by the New York State Gaming Commission. The commission appointed New York Women's Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Quenia Abreau, former New York City Housing Commissioner Vicki Been, and Stuart Rabinowitz, who served…

Law ・ 06 December 2022

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New York City Casino Competition Heats Up: The Details

A downstate casino license in New York seems to be the ace of spades for developers, with five groups having made their plans known to compete for only three available licenses. However, the details of each project will depend upon a request for proposals expected to be issued by the New York State Gaming Commission before Jan. 6. Until then,…

Land-based ・ 05 December 2022

The New York Times

5 Things to Know About NYC-Area Casinos That May Be Coming

Whether New Yorkers are ready or not, casinos will soon be coming to the New York City area. Precisely how soon and how many remains to be determined. What we know now is that in April, New York State approved the issuance of three new casino licenses intended for the area. Technically, one or more of the licenses could be issued to a casino…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

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Three casino licenses approved for NYC area; here’s what we know

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- New York State's fiscal year 2023 budget has been officially signed into law, fast-tracking a possible jackpot for New York City with up to three full casino licenses on the way. The Class III licenses would allow poker and other table games, slot machines and retail sports betting. The state is still establishing the process…

Law ・ 30 November 2022

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The Global Gambling Market is expected to grow by $260.44 bn during 2023-2027, accelerating at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period

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Industry ・ 23 November 2022

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Gov. Hochul Backs NY Casinos Amid Political Opposition

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Politics ・ 27 October 2022

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New York Casino Board Adds Members As New Proposal Emerges

All five boroughs now have checked in with a plan to build a Las Vegas-style casino in their corner of New York City. Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella is the latest official to make a pitch for one of the three downstate casino licenses that will be under consideration by the New York State Gaming Commission beginning this month. Since…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 October 2022

Casino Reports

NY Formally Includes Downstate Casinos in Budget

Gambling enthusiasts from downstate New York would be happy to learn that last week, the local government has officially included downstate casino licenses in the new budget. Lawmakers have now given the go-ahead to fast-track the issuance of the three commercial gaming licenses, which will start a bidding process from gaming companies that wish to…

Gaming Authorities ・ 22 October 2022

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Some of Las Vegas' big gaming companies want a bite of the Big Apple

NEW YORK - With the latest edition of the New York Post in one hand and a beer in the other, George Miller fumbled for a betting slip he feared might have been blown away on a blustery day at a racetrack parking lot on the outskirts of New York City. A Long Island resident, Miller likes to come to the Aqueduct Racetrack in Queens to play the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 22 October 2022

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Major Casinos Compete For Manhattan License

New casino licenses won't be issued in New York until at least next year, but major gaming operators already are vying to open resorts in New York City. Las Vegas-based Caesars Entertainment is the latest to seek one of three downstate casino licenses, announcing plans this week for a casino in Times Square. Caesars is teaming with SL Green Realty…

Gaming Authorities ・ 21 October 2022

The New York Times

Where Could a Casino Be Built in New York City? What We Know

For years, casino companies have salivated over the prospect of a casino in New York City, one of the last major untapped gambling markets in the United States and a global tourist destination anchoring a metropolitan area with about 23 million residents. They may soon get what they were looking for. In April, elected officials in Albany authorized…

New Year ・ 21 October 2022

Forbes

The Big Gamble: Inside The Battle to Operate A Casino In New York City

N ew York has begun the formal process to license up to three casinos in and around the city's five boroughs. And the billionaire-backed gambling companies and real estate developers are going all in to bring one to Manhattan. Building Las Vegas-style casinos in New York City is a seismic shift in the gaming industry. The state already has four…

Gaming Authorities ・ 21 October 2022

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Thor Equities Planning Coney Island Casino Bid

Just a week after a board was formed to determine the location and siting of up to three downstate New York casinos, one real estate development firm is already making its intentions known. A source confirmed to ESNY that Thor Equities, a real estate development, leasing and management firm, will be submitting a "robust" bid to the New York casino…

Gaming Authorities ・ 12 October 2022

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Is a Staten Island casino in our future? BP Fossella proposes NY Wheel site

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Borough President Vito Fossella wants the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) and interested developers to "roll the dice" and consider building a casino on Staten Island. Fossella held a press conference on Monday to propose Staten Island be among locations in consideration for one of the three Class III licenses up for…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 September 2022

The Center Square

Downstate New York getting casino gaming

Gaming Authorities ・ 17 August 2022

The Daily Gazette

More money rolling into state's casinos, less tax being collected

SCHENECTADY - The slot machine tax reduction offered to New York's casinos after COVID cut into their business appears to be working out well for them. All four casinos not owned by Indian nations saw big jumps in the gross revenue from gamblers and in the net gaming revenue left after paying gamblers their winnings. But even with this increase in…

Finance ・ 25 July 2022

The Daily News

Global Online Gambling Market Report 2022-2026: Demand for Mobile Gambling, Increasing Betting on E-Sports, and Reduced Stringency in Government Regulations Driving Growth

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 20, 2022-- The online gambling market is poised to grow by $142.38 bn during 2022-2026, decelerating at a CAGR of 11.05% during the forecast period. The market is driven by growing demand for mobile gambling, increasing betting on e-sports, and reduced stringency in government regulations. This study identifies the…

Mobile ・ 20 July 2022

APN News

What Is New in New York Gambling Laws?

Debates, bills, and legislative amendments are all part of New York's unique gambling history. The state approved a budget that would allow for online gaming in 2021. In January 2022, New York became the 18th state to legalize online gambling, ushering in the future that is now taking shape. The seemingly endless legislative amendments on gambling…

Law ・ 20 June 2022

Gambling

New York City Casinos Could Be Ready Year From Licensing

Las Vegas-style casinos could be operational in the New York City area in one to five years after being licensed, a state senator says. Sen. Joseph Addabbo, D-Queens, told Gambling.com two area resorts already with slots could offer complete casino games within a year from licensing. Addabbo is chairman of the state Senate Racing, Gaming and…

Land-based ・ 06 June 2022

Forbes

Slot Machines Bring In Billions, So Why Are So Many Casinos Removing Them?

I n April, Steve, a 35-year-old filmmaker from Los Angeles, was at the Venetian in Las Vegas playing a Wheel of Fortune slot machine and feeling like a million bucks. He was taking $7 spins and after an hour of sinking $500 into the machine, Steve got a gold spin bonus and won $700. The next day, he was still feeling lucky and found what he thought…

Gaming Authorities ・ 03 June 2022

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NY Handle Tops $7 Billion, Nevada Sees April Casino Win

has eclipsed $7 billion in handle since legal mobile wagering began in January. From the Jan. 8 launch through May 22, legal online bookmakers in New York have reported a combined handle of $7.152 billion, according to figures released Friday from New York State Gaming Commission. Of the eight authorized New York bookmakers, FanDuel Sportsbook had…

Valentine's Day ・ 27 May 2022

Finger Lakes Times

Del Lago, state unveil new program for problem gambling

TYRE - Gambling can become addictive and lead to financial disaster, including bankruptcy. In a effort to help problem gamblers, the New York Responsible Play Partnership came to del Lago Resort & Casino May 4 to highlight a step being taken to address the problem. New York State Gaming Commission Executive Director Robert Williams unveiled signage…

Gambling Addiction ・ 09 May 2022

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5 things to know about 3 casinos that may be headed to NYC area

NEW YORK - Whether New Yorkers are ready or not, casinos will soon be coming to the New York City area. Precisely how soon and how many remains to be determined. What we know is that in April, New York state approved the issuance of three new casino licenses intended for the area. Technically, one or more of the licenses could be issued to a casino…

Gaming Authorities ・ 03 May 2022

The New York Times

5 Things to Know About 3 Casinos That May Be Headed for N.Y.C. Area

Whether New Yorkers are ready or not, casinos will soon be coming to the New York City area. Precisely how soon and how many remains to be determined. What we know now is that in April, New York State approved the issuance of three new casino licenses intended for the area. Technically, one or more of the licenses could be issued to a casino…

Gaming Authorities ・ 02 May 2022

The Street

Las Vegas Strip Casino Operators Eye Something New (and It's Huge)

Gambling used to be unique to Las Vegas and Atlantic City. That made those two cities very special destinations and gave enormous power to the companies that held gaming licenses in those locations. Now, between the rise of casinos on Native American tribal land, some of which are operated by Caesars Entertainment (CZR) - Get Caesars Entertainment…

Land-based ・ 15 April 2022

Review Journal

New York casino licenses spur interest from local companies, Strip operators

Several Las Vegas resort companies are expected to vie for a license to open a casino in or near New York City. When New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and state legislative leaders fast-tracked the licensing of new casinos last week, they revived interest in the state's expansion of casino gambling in one of the most densely populated areas in the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 14 April 2022

Gambling

Las Vegas-Style Casinos OK’d For New York City

Three full casinos are slated for the New York City area under a $220 billion state budget the Legislature approved Saturday. The agreement would place a trio of Las Vegas-style casinos somewhere in New York City's five boroughs, on Long Island or in the lower Hudson Valley. Under a competitive bidding process, companies would pay at least $500…

Gaming Authorities ・ 12 April 2022

CBS News

Gambling addiction advocates want extra focus on prevention as NYC inches closer to possible casino deal

YONKERS, N.Y. -- As the New York City area inches closer to a possible casino deal, advocates for people with gambling addictions want to double down on prevention programs. "We know that problem gambling is prevalent in our communities," said community advocate Leilani Yizar-Reid. Yizar-Reid is working with the New York State Gaming Commission and…

Gambling Addiction ・ 07 April 2022

The Central New York Business Journal

Del Lago Resort & Casino’s new owner to be in place by year-end

The company that operates del Lago Resort & Casino is expected to have a new owner by the end of 2022. Churchill Downs Inc.(CDI) (NASDAQ: CHDN) plans to acquire "substantially all" of the assets of Richmond, Virginia-based Peninsula Pacific Entertainment LLC (P2E) for nearly $2.5 billion. Del Lago is visible from and located just off the New York…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 March 2022

iGaming Business

Second New York igaming bill introduced in Assembly

The legislation - A09436 - describes interactive gaming as wagers on casino-style games, made through virtual or electronic means from a location within New York state, is transmitted to and accepted by electronic equipment located at a licensed gaming facility. Casino operators may use up to two mobile interactive gaming wagering platforms and…

Gaming Authorities ・ 10 March 2022

New Jersey Online Gambling

Atlantic City Casino Executives Too Rosy On New York Casino Threat?

A Greater Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce forum Friday brought together four of the city's top casino executives, and there was agreement that New York state is likely to approve up to three casino licenses in the greater New York City region almost as soon as a seven-year moratorium expires in December. But there also was consensus on something…

Land-based ・ 08 March 2022

Washington Examiner

Addabbo files bill to legalize online casinos in New York

A state senator wants to make New York the eighth state in the U.S. to legalize online casino gaming, also known as iGaming. On Thursday, state Sen. Joseph Addabbo, D-Howard Beach, filed S8412, which would allow commercial and tribal casinos to offer online apps and websites that would allow people to play slot machines and table games from their…

Law ・ 28 February 2022

Finger Lakes Daily News

Churchill Downs Betting on the del Lago Resort & Casino

The del Lago Resort & Casino in Seneca County will soon have a new owner. Churchill Downs Incorporated purchased Peninsula Pacific Entertainment for $2.5 billion. The sale was announced yesterday. Churchill Downs is the racing, online wagering and gaming entertainment company behind the Kentucky Derby, as well as TwinSpires, one of the largest…

Gaming Authorities ・ 23 February 2022

Casino Reports

NY Senate Leader Backs Empire City Casino

State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins has most recently given her verdict and preferences on which downstate New York property should get one of the three full-commercial casino licenses. The Senate leader expressed her support for MGM Resorts International's Empire City Casino to be given one of the licenses, as it could do well with…

Politics ・ 09 February 2022

Forbes

Billionaire Behind Troubled Crystal Cruises Is Moving Ahead With Bigger Casino Bets

T he Crystal Symphony, a luxury cruise liner owned by Crystal Cruises, a subsidiary of Genting Hong Kong, was supposed to arrive in Miami on Saturday, January 22. But at 1 p.m. on Friday, the Captain told the passengers that the ship would instead dock in the Bahamas. The change of plans was so the Crystal Symphony could avoid seizure by the U.S.…

Travel ・ 01 February 2022

The Market Herald

PointsBet (ASX:PBH) expands online casino to third US state

Corporate bookmaker PointsBet Holdings (PBH) has launched its online casino product in a third US state through its subsidiary, PointsBet West Virginia. PointsBet gained online casino access in West Virginia through its relationship with the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. After successful launches in Michigan and New Jersey in 2021, West…

Industry ・ 27 January 2022

Yogonet

NY: Shinnecocks vying for downstate casino license; move forward with Southampton project

The Shinnecock Indian Nation is seeking approval to build a Las Vegas-style gaming facility off of its Southampton territory. The tribe was among 31 entities that responded last month to a request for information from the New York State Gaming Commission to gauge interest in contracts for three Class III gaming venues for the downstate region,…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 January 2022

Dan's Papers

Shinnecock Double Down on Casino Plans

The Shinnecock Indian Nation is upping the ante on its proposed casino, trying its odds that it could win approval to build a Las Vegas-style gaming facility off of its Southampton territory. Tribal leaders were among 31 entities that responded last month to a request for information from the New York State Gaming Commission to gauge interest in…

Gaming Authorities ・ 13 January 2022

Gambling

Are NY Online Casinos Included in the 2021 Gambling Bill?

When apps launched on Saturday, that didn't make online casinos legal. The history of gambling laws in the Empire State do reveal a precedent for such things, as we'll discuss in the moment. However, as it relates to online gambling, casino regulations aren't tied to the launch of online sports betting apps. OK, so what's the precedent we…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 January 2022

Casino Reports

NY Lawmakers Call for Issue of Casino Licenses

Several lawmakers from New York State, have voiced their wish for the state to accelerate the process of issuing downstate casino licenses. The officials, who have been backed by local casino workers and labor unions, want to see, the state awarding the three available commercial gaming licenses sometime this year in the NYC region this…

Law ・ 11 January 2022

Gambling

New York Boasts New Responsible Gambling Measures

Responsible gambling is a phrase used to refer to the idea of wagering within your budget and doing so for strictly entertainment purposes and nothing else. It's something operators have taken seriously and the move to online sports betting in the Empire State has brought with it new measures and efforts to keep gambling safe and…

Gambling Addiction ・ 11 January 2022

New York Post

Lawmakers are pushing for casino licenses in NYC region

Now's the time to roll the dice on the Big Apple, casino proponents say. Key lawmakers, backed by the powerful hotel and casino workers union, are pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Legislature to take action this year to award up to three casino licenses in the New York City region. The move comes after the New York State Gaming Commission…

Law ・ 10 January 2022

The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Third court ruling means Senecas must make overdue casino payments

Does three strikes in federal court mean the Seneca Nation has struck out in its dispute over casino revenue sharing? There's no such thing as a sure bet in the gambling world, but we think the smart money is on "yes." The Nation is running out of ways to circumvent its obligation to pay the money it owes to New York State. U.S. District Judge…

Payment Methods ・ 04 January 2022

QCHRON

Casino at Willets Point a possiblity

The New York State Gaming Commission completed its call for request for information from players in the Willets Point area on Dec. 10, regarding the potential licensing of a casino in the neighborhood. Although the project is quite a ways off from being proposed, the RFIs suggests some serious movement, according to Whitestone activist Robert…

Gaming Authorities ・ 23 December 2021

Gambling News

Gaming Operators Lining Up to Get in on New York's Casino Action

As soon as New York acknowledged publicly that it might expand its land-based casino market, several operators jumped. According to The Times Union, Bally's, Hard Rock, Las Vegas Sands and Wynn Resorts were among the companies that responded to the request for information (RFI) by the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) before the deadline of…

Gaming Authorities ・ 17 December 2021

Vegas Slots Online

Rush Street, Wynn, LVS Confirm Interest in NYC Casino

More than seven giants of the US gambling industry, including Rush Street Gaming, Wynn Resorts, and Las Vegas Sands (LVS), have now officially expressed their interest in a New York-area casino license. On Wednesday, Capitol Pressroom podcast host David Lombardo shared news of Rush Street officially expressing interest in acquiring one of three New…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 December 2021

Bloomberg Quint

New York City Casino Pitch Includes Cryptocurrency Trading Floor

Land-based ・ 11 December 2021

Yogonet

New York City $3B casino pitch to include world's largest cryptocurrency trading floor

A casino pitch for New York City includes what would be the world's largest cryptocurrency trading floor. The plans will be submitted by money manager Jason Ader on Friday, and also feature a landing pad for flying cars and an esports arena. A site for the project, which would cost about $3 billion or more, has not yet been confirmed, although Ader…

Crypto ・ 09 December 2021

Vegas Slots Online

$3bn NY City Casino Pitch Features Flying Car Landing Pad

High rollers in their flying cars will flock to Mirai should money manager Jason Ader's $3bn+ pitch win a New York City casino license. [Image: Shutterstock.com] Jason Ader, CEO of asset management firm SpringOwl, plans to put forward a $3bn+ bid for a New York-area casino license, with his proposal including a landing pad for flying cars and the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 08 December 2021

Fingerlakes1

Is New Jersey still the best place for Finger Lakes residents to go to gamble?

Up until recently, finger lake residents who wanted to engage in online gambling activities such as betting and playing casino games could not do so as the activity was not yet legal. This follows the United States' overall attitude towards gambling, which has historically been negative. However, this is changing by the day. Those who live in the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 28 November 2021

Urban Matter

Gamblers vs Casinos: 5 Most Famous Gambling Lawsuits

The gambling business has kept its modest share of contentious occurrences over the years, and none of them can be more contentious than a fair old-fashioned judiciary case with millions of bucks at risk. Gamblers and casinos often do not consent to the result of the games. These controversies have resulted in some high-profile lawsuits, where the…

Law ・ 27 November 2021

Daily News

BATAVIA DOWNS: Record $21,499 Jackpot Hi-5 carryover for Wednesday

BATAVIA - It has been almost three months since the last single unique winning ticket on the Jackpot Hi-5 pentafecta was cashed and as a result, the carryover for that wager has grown to a record $21499, which is the highest carryover pool of any kind ever offered at Batavia Downs and it will be available when live racing resumes at the oldest…

Winnings ・ 23 November 2021

The Star

All eyes on Genting’s New York casino unit

PETALING JAYA: Genting Malaysia Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, Resorts World New York City (RWNYC), is in a good position to win one of the three downstate commercial casino licences offered by the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC). The NYSGC has launched a request for information (RFI) on three downstate commercial casino licences after a…

Gaming Authorities ・ 09 November 2021

CNN

Slot machine winner denied $43 million jackpot, offered steak dinner

A malfunctioning slot machine showed winnings of $43 million Woman actually won $2.25, state commission says It was a selfie she thought was worth nearly $43 million. Katrina Bookman hit the jackpot on a slot machine in late August at Resorts World Casino in Jamaica, Queens. She even took an excited self-portrait with the machine displaying her…

Winnings ・ 08 November 2021

Asgam

Genting Malaysia well placed to win full New York casino license: Maybank IB

Genting Malaysia's slots-only New York casino, Resorts World New York City, is well placed to win a full casino license should state officials move in that direction next year, according to Maybank IB Research analyst Samuel Yin Shao Yang. The New York State Gaming Commission last month launched a Request for Information (RFI) solicitation in order…

Gaming Authorities ・ 08 November 2021

Gambling News

Las Vegas Sands Is Reportedly Discussing Opening a Casino Near Citi Field

New York Mets' owner Steve Cohen is discussing a potential casino next to Citi Field with Las Vegas Sands Corp., as reported by numerous people who claim to be familiar with the discussions. These people claim that discussions are still in the preliminary stage. Considering the fact that the matter was private, they were given anonymity. At the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 01 November 2021