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Four people have been accused of cheating over several days at a Las Vegas Strip casino. According to a report from KLAS, a dice-sliding scheme at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas resulted in more than $200000 in ill-gotten gains. The Nevada Gaming Control Board uncovered the scheme. For some reason, the news just broke. The scheme happened way back…

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A group is accused of cheating over several days at a Las Vegas Strip casino, netting more than $200000 in a dice-sliding scheme, according to documents obtained by NewsNation affiliate KLAS in Las Vegas. The alleged cheating incidents happened at The Cosmopolitan in November and December 2021, involving an estimated loss of more…

Image Source: Shutterstock.com A group that allegedly cheated for multiple days at a casino on the Las Vegas Strip is being investigated. The incident dates back to November and December 2021, when four people, allegedly involved in the activity were able to collect more than $200000 in winnings by using a dice sliding scheme, a report released…

Las Vegas-The annual Las Vegas Jewelry Week is nearly upon us, with only a week to go before trade shows kick off. Whether you're a seasoned showgoer or this is your first time in Sin City, here's what to know about the ever-changing restaurants and entertainment offerings to take advantage of after a long day on the show floor. See a Show If…

There's a saying in casinos that the house always wins. This is not hard for me to grasp. Last week, after eating dinner at a restaurant inside a Las Vegas casino, I inserted $5 into a slot machine, fumbled around pressing buttons as its bright lights flashed, and watched the bill disappear forever. The house wins when you're dining out in casinos,…

A state lawmaker who represents the communities around the Mets' Citi Field has temporarily blocked billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen's plan to build a casino and entertainment complex in the lots next to the ballpark. Cohen needs legislation approved by the state Legislature in Albany in order to start a commercial venture in the lots around Citi…

Robbing a casino is always going to be a gamble. Some get away with it, but many don't. After the recent arrest of Dshante Styles, 33, of Las Vegas, in connection with the heists of six off-Strip casinos across Clark County, here is a look back at other casino ripoffs here in Sin City: - On Jan. 8 of this year, Caesars Palace was robbed just before…

The president of Hofstra University is urging Long Island lawmakers to nix a plan for Las Vegas Sands Corp. to put a casino at the Nassau Coliseum near its campus - claiming it'll be more trouble than it's worth. "The casino proposed by Las Vegas Sands runs directly counter to the interests of our local population and will create dangers rather…

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - With the announcement of Fontainebleau Las Vegas aiming to open by the end of the year, it will soon become the tallest open and occupied building in the Las Vegas valley. Fontainebleau is listed at 735 feet tall, nine feet taller than the Hoover Dam, and 62 feet taller than its southern neighbor, Resorts World. The Strat is the…

Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated. Location identity company Incognia announced its entrance into the regulated US gaming market with the launch of its integrated…

A pitch to build a casino and entertainment complex in Coney Island got losing snake eyes from community leaders who voted against a gambling joint along Brooklyn's historic beach and boardwalk. Community Board 13 members overwhelmingly passed a resolution rejecting the plan, 23 to eight - with the chairwoman saying she didn't want to turn Coney…

A new Nevada Resort Association report said the gaming industry paid $2.1 billion in industry-specific taxes in 2022 and has $23 billion in current or planned major tourism-related capital investment projects underway. "2023 The Facts" is a 100-page document drafted by Las Vegas-based Applied Analysis for the NRA, an organization representing more…

Las Vegas is filled with top-tier hotels, unique and delicious cuisine and too many casinos to visit in one trip. It is a popular spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, and also the place to go for a speedy marriage, but it is also filled with sites to see and an abundance of entertaining shows. Whether you are visiting with…

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - What are the valley's top hotels? According to Forbes, the best overall hotel is Red Rock Casino. Forbes said they made their selections based on things like luxury, family-friendliness, amenities, pet-friendliness, and what age groups would enjoy them the most.

New York's Nassau County signed a preliminary 99-year lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands Corp. for use of its 80-acre Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum site for development of an integrated resort with a casino on Long Island. In a news conference in New York on Wednesday, Sands Chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein and Nassau County Executive Bruce…

Mohegan is seeking to boost its odds of securing one of New York's three commercial casino licenses to be made available for the downstate region. The company is pledging to support local small businesses and already signing up loyalty program partners in the Big Apple. The gaming and hospitality firm, controlled by the Mohegan Tribe in…

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…

Tourists who fill Las Vegas Boulevard's massive resorts to eat, gamble and party, never see the name Vici Properties. But the casino landlord rakes in a fortune from the Strip. New York-based Vici, the biggest property owner in Las Vegas' famed casino corridor, owns Caesars Palace, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Venetian, The Mirage and other huge…

A group of Broadway theater owners and producers is leading an effort to lower the curtain on plans for a Times Square casino. The Broadway League, a theater industry trade group, is joining forces with local restaurant owners to block a bid for a new gambling hub nearby. The group, called the "No Times Square Casino" Community Coalition, says that…

Hey TCPA World! Did you know the FTSA reaches outside of Florida and across to Las Vegas?? So, in Campodonico v. Resorts World Las Vegas, No. 23:CV-21381, Plaintiff Ricardo Campodonico sued Resorts World Las Vegas LLC alleging a violation of the FTSA. Plaintiff alleges that between May 2022 and January 2023, he received numerous texts from Resorts…

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…

I always get a chuckle out of hearing longtime Las Vegas residents yearning for the days when the mob ran the city's casinos instead of corporations. Sure, it's disappointing to see the long list of perks that bring customers to resorts continually eroding. But at least you don't have to worry about being buried in a hole in the desert. Several…

It's the most famous city in all of poker. Home to 60 major casinos and over 150000 hotel rooms Las Vegas is a destination on the bucket lists of poker fans and players alike. The 2023 World Series of Poker is now less than three months away, and with many people planning their trips, booking their hotels, and getting ready for a summer in Sin…

A prominent waterfront Miami site put up for sale by Asian multinational Genting Bhd has received five offers above $1 billion, according to the broker, potentially setting a record for such property. The 6.3ha plot was formerly home to the Miami Herald newspaper and is one of the city's largest undeveloped parcels. Genting listed the site, now…

There are many exciting things in the world to see. When we say there are many interesting things, we mean real cool places, unique locations, and much more. It's nice to be part of a world where you can always see something new with every possible side, even from the point of view of a casino. Glamorous Monte Carlo or the mysterious East - choose…

The north edge of the Strip was a bleak place a decade or so ago. Las Vegas' real estate meltdown left this stretch of the casino corridor with halted megaresort projects, sprawling land tracts where big developments never took shape, and little foot traffic. As a cigar shop owner there told me at the time, it was a "huge economic cemetery." The…

When it comes to planning a weekend getaway, there are a plethora of options to choose from, but few provide the excitement and entertainment of casino cities. Whether you're a high-stakes gambler or a casual player, these cities offer endless entertainment, dining, and nightlife options that are sure to keep you entertained for days. In this…

Are you planning a trip in 2023 and looking for some exciting destinations to add to your itinerary? If you're a fan of gambling, why not visit some of the best casinos around the world? From luxurious resorts in Las Vegas to historic establishments in Europe, there are plenty of options for travelers who want to try their luck at the tables. In…

Genting Malaysia has issued a warning about the fraudulent use of its corporate image to promote online gambling platforms. The casino operator said it had been made aware of unauthorised posts on social media platforms and web links related to online gaming. The company clarified that Genting Bhd, Genting Malaysia Bhd and Resorts World Genting…

Singapore's new gambling regulator, the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA), announced it has no plans to legalise the use of cryptocurrency within its land-based gaming industry as it continues to explore the use of crypto across video game and social gaming platforms. In what appears to be a continuation of Singapore's general opposition to the…

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - Monday marks 16 years since the iconic Stardust casino imploded, and 2023 would have marked 65 years since the resort first opened. Construction on the casino began in 1955 and the Stardust opened on July 2, 1958. At the time, it had more than 1000 hotel rooms and was the biggest hotel in Las Vegas. The casino was also known for…

The Genting group has once again issued warnings regarding what it says is the fraudulent use of its corporate image to promote online gambling platforms. In a post on its corporate website, casino operator Genting Malaysia Bhd said it had been "made aware of fake news on unauthorised social media platforms and weblinks, purportedly linked to the…

The gambling industry, including the relatively new phenomenon of "casino tourism," has flourished since the introduction of the Internet. While the popularity of online casinos is undeniable, this does not indicate that brick-and-mortar casinos are in decline. Land-based casinos attract staggering numbers of visitors, with Las Vegas and Macau…

Singapore's new gambling regulator, the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA), says it has no plans to legalize the use of cryptocurrency within its land-based gaming industry as it continues to explore the use of crypto across video game and social gaming platforms. In what appears to be a continuation of Singapore's general opposition to the…

New York state Sen. Joseph Addabbo introduced on Wednesday bill S4856, which seeks to legalize online casino gaming, including slots, table games, and live dealer games. The bill includes a 30.5% iGaming tax rate. Most states average 15% to 18% for their iGaming tax rates. Despite the bill's introduction, it faces an uphill battle for passage. Gov.…

Developers Brett Torino and Paul Kanavos have teamed up to build retail projects in the heart of the Strip, bringing shopping and dining outposts to a section jammed with tourists. Now they're looking to expand to the northern edge of Las Vegas' famed casino corridor - a quieter area that's been seeing more action. The Las Vegas Convention and…

This story was reported by Timothy Bolger, Ben Brachfeld, Jada Camille, Aidan Graham, Carlotta Mohamed, Dean Moses, Bill Parry, Aliya Schneider, Robbie Sequeira and Ethan Stark-Miller. It was edited by Christian Murray and Robert Pozarycki. New Yorkers are bearing witness to a World Series of Poker-style showdown featuring ten bids involving some…

The Las Vegas hospitality sector's propensity for invention - and more importantly, reinvention - certainly helps to drive about 40 million annual visitors to the city. And the cutthroat competition on the Strip not only ensures a nonstop parade of new and upgraded accommodations, shows, and attractions; but it has also turned Sin City into a…

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…

Soon, three new full-scale casino licenses will be issued in the New York City area, and business interests from across the globe are looking to get in on the action. Among those vying for the rights to develop their gambling and leisure megacomplexes - the licensing fee is $500 million with a minimum investment of another $500 million in the…

Casino companies are used to having a house advantage. But in the bidding process for three downstate casino licenses, it's the local communities that those companies are hoping to call home that just might have the edge. Roughly a dozen casino companies and real estate developers are mulling or planning on bidding for one of three casino licenses…

Whether you are a Singaporean or you are just interested in online gambling, you are likely to find a good number of licensed sites to choose from. If you are interested in live dealer games, these are much more popular than RNG or software-based ones. Online gambling is a growing trend in Singapore, with more people engaging in digital forms of…

Sara King, the self-described "slot whisperer" was last seen days ago as she slipped onto the casino floor at the Wynn Las Vegas, wearing yoga pants and a hoodie instead of her usual head-to-toe Dior; a baseball cap was pushed low over her face and the rest was covered with a face mask. She was anybody, nobody, and unrecognizable-until one of the…

Gaming operator Seminole Hard Rock's highly anticipated bid for a New York City casino license has been complicated by its business ties to Russia, sources told The Post. The ubiquitous Hard Rock brand - founded by Americans in London in 1971 and purchased by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in 2007 - has long been expected to announce its application…

MGM National Harbor, which recently marked its sixth anniversary, is not only the top casino by gaming revenue among Maryland's six casinos, but it was also the top performing commercial casino out of Nevada last year. Overall, the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. market ranked the No. 3 market for gaming revenue, behind only the Las Vegas Strip and…

Playstudios makes social casino games with player rewards. Connect with top gaming leaders in Los Angeles at GamesBeat Summit 2023 this May 22-23. Register here. A decade ago, social casino games exploded as free-to-play social casino games, where you could buy virtual chips but couldn't cash out winnings. But Playstudios showed up in 2011 with a…

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 inclusion of Michigan into the…

This week, a long-awaited bill to legalize was introduced. State Sen. Joseph Addabbo sponsored the bill, which would create a robust online gambling industry in the state. The outlook is bleak in 2023, but the introduction of legislation is an important step forward in the typical multi-year process of legalizing online casinos. Under the bill, SB…

Gaming giant Bally's is betting on The Bronx - by proposing a casino next to the Trump Organization's public golf course at Ferry Point, The Post has learned. Sources familiar with the corporation's plan said its officials have engaged in discussions with the Trump Org about assigning 17 of the 300 acres on the site to Bally's to operate a…

Las Vegas casinos are the best venue for boxing. If anyone has been to a big fight on the world-famous strip, they will tell you exactly the same. The atmosphere is amazing. And as sure as hitting the jackpot on casino free spins, the biggest events on the planet will still head to the boxing capital of the world. Since the dawn of arenas in…

As the Oakland Athletics stadium saga continues, some prominent voices in Vegas are throwing their weight behind potential relocation to Nevada. This support comes as the A's are back in court over the proposed Howard Terminal site in Oakland and the Las Vegas site hunt has been narrowed down to Tropicana on the Las Vegas Strip. Mick Akers of…

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…

Yet another casino is getting in on Las Vegas' food hall boom. In fall of 2023, the new Durango Casino will open along with a 25000-square-foot culinary venue, the Eat Your Heart Out food hall. The new food hall will introduce 11 food venues from Las Vegas and beyond inside a modern and greenery-filled space at the off-Strip Station Casinos brand…

Willie Sutton, one of the more notorious bank robbers in United States history, gave a simple answer when asked why he chose banks to knock off over his 40-year career: "Because that's where the money is." Now, almost a century since Sutton's criminal heyday, the same logic can be applied when trying to understand the motive behind people robbing…

Gambling has always been a popular form of entertainment and with the advent of technology, the rise of top online casinos has only increased its reach and accessibility. However, nothing beats the thrill and excitement of visiting a real-life casino, surrounded by the glitter and glamour of the gaming world. For those seeking the ultimate casino…

Are you ready for a high-rollin', high-flyin' time near the UN? Yet another entrant has joined the field in the fierce bidding war for a casino license in New York City - this time led by a billionaire developer who also wants to construct a huge Ferris wheel on vacant land just south of the United Nations. The wheel is the centerpiece of a joint…

If the Oakland Athletics relocate to Las Vegas, north Strip and downtown resort operators would strongly support the team building a $1 billion ballpark in their area. Resorts World Las Vegas President Scott Sibella confirmed that he and hotel owners from the north Strip and downtown Las Vegas met with A's brass Wednesday. They discussed the…

An executive from Seminole Hard Rock casino reportedly sent a brazen "pay to play" email solicitation urging associates to put their chips behind Kathy Hochul's campaign to be elected governor - as the firm makes an aggressive push to win a license to operate a gambling parlor in New York City. "Team, as we prepare for the final stretch of our…

The operators awarded licenses to run any of the three New York City-area casinos will have to pay the state at least a $500 million fee for the chance at rolling the dice, according to new rules approved by a state siting board Tuesday. The New York Gaming Facility Board released the request for applications, which includes a rating system that…

Not every idea planned or even announced for the Las Vegas Strip ends up getting built. Some never even get past the talking stage because it takes billions to actually build something on Sin City's iconic 4.2-mile stretch of road. The high price tag means that some projects get announced as a way to make it easier to raise money to actually build…

Move over Macau and Singapore. Las Vegas Sands is betting on Long Island, unlike other city-centric developers spending millions to win a casino license in New York. All these new proposals are focusing on corporate meeting spaces and tourism boosts to the economy to turn the odds in their favor. Las Vegas Sands is pursuing a multi-billion flagship…

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…

Police in Las Vegas are trying to track down a suspect in multiple casino heists. Four off-strip casinos, including the Gold Coast, Green Valley Ranch, Silverton, and Rampart, have fallen victim to the robber in recent months. The Metropolitan Police Department has released a rough description of the suspect, describing him as being between 6'1"…

Covid, M-Pox, RSV, and other illnesses could not keep the Las Vegas Strip Resort Casinos down, but a new development might be a major problem. While the covid pandemic closed the Las Vegas Strip, that closure almost seemed to create an opportunity for major resort casino operators to make changes. MGM Resorts International (MGM) - Get Free…

But the real estate honchos promising pomp and circumstance - namely, Related Companies at Hudson Yards and SL Green in Times Square - have to overcome something their money can't buy: A handful of local politicians who not only don't care about the flashy proposals, but are turned off by Manhattan's years-long transformation into a playground for…

Mets owner Steve Cohen wants input from locals in Queens about the future of the property around Citi Field as he eyes submitting a bid to open a casino near the stadium. Cohen announced Monday he'll be hosting a Jan. 7 public "visioning session" at Citi Field in Flushing to discuss ideas to "re-imagine space" around the ballpark. "For months, we…

On the Las Vegas Strip, some headliners find a home at a resort casino and stay there for an astonishingly long time. Comedic magicians Penn & Teller have been in residence at Caesars Entertainment's (COZIF) Rio since 2001. That makes them the Las Vegas act that kept the same home the longest, but they're not the only performers with a long history…

Las Vegas Sands Corp. is proposing to build a multibillion-dollar resort on Long Island, New York, as part of a bid for one of three downstate New York casino licenses. Las Vegas Sands said Thursday it has entered into agreements to purchase the long-term lease of the site that's currently home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The…

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…

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…

Nevada-based casino and resort giant Las Vegas Sands is reportedly eyeing Nassau County for a potential casino application in New York, according to local media. The firm's interest in pursuing an opportunity in the Empire State follows a New York Gaming Facility Location Board vote on Tuesday that opened up the application process for three…

Whether you are a casino tourist who travels to a location specifically to visit one or more casinos or just a leisure traveler who likes taking advantage of the entertainment and dining options offered by the casino, we bring five hotels to your attention for your 2023 travel plan. We select 5 hotels from 5 different locations. Las Vegas is a…

Las Vegas Sands announced Thursday it will bid for a multi-billion dollar casino at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum site on Long Island, New York. The company's move to pursue an opportunity in the Empire State follows a New York Gaming Facility Location Board vote earlier this month that opened up the application process for three downstate…

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…

New York Mets team owner Steve Cohen met with more than 500 Queen residents last Saturday to solicit inputs on how to best develop the area around CitiField, including the possibility of bringing a casino to the Willets Point property. Cohen and the local community members talked about how to turn the long-dormant property into an all-weather and…

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - The casino cage at Caesars Palace was robbed just after midnight on Monday morning, and Las Vegas police say they've arrested a suspect. Officers were called to the 3500 block of South Las Vegas Boulevard at 12:06 a.m., officials with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed. Court records confirm the robbery was…

The New York Gaming Facility Location Board officially opened the process for three new full casino licenses. Several companies have already expressed interest in opening venues in prime locations, so competition is already heating up. Long-time gambling proponent Sen. Joseph Addabbo used the opportunity to discuss the process and share his…

While the month of December has yet to be recorded, Nevada casinos drew in gaming win during the first 11 months of 2022 that already broke 2021's record performance. The state's 459 licensed casinos reported $13.5 billion for the period, up 10.2% over the first 11 months of 2021. The record was broken after casinos posted $1.22 billion in gaming…

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…

New York gambling regulators took Monday a step forward toward the proposed casino expansion for the New York City metropolitan area by naming officials to a board set to oversee siting for the projects. The Gaming Commission named former New York City Housing Commissioner Vicki Been, New York Women's Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Quenia…

As we previously reported it would, the new casino Resorts World Hudson Valley (RWHV) opened Dec. 28 in the Newburgh Mall, occupying space that formerly housed the BonTon department store. Executives from Genting Group, the Malaysia-based international travel and leisure company that owns Resorts World, joined with local officials and community…

Image Source: Resorts World The casino is situated in the Newburgh Mall and promises to provide long-term employment opportunities and attract many new guests and visitors. Newburgh residents expressed optimism that the extra business will help revitalize the local community. Resorts World Hudson Valley opened with fanfare on 28 December. The…

The latest addition to New York state's roster of casinos is scheduled to open Dec. 28 at the Newburgh Mall on Route 300 near the intersection of the New York State Thruway and Interstate 84. Resorts World Hudson Valley (RWHV) is in the 68000-square-foot space formerly occupied by the BonTon department store. The new casino features about 50000…

In 2022, Las Vegas announced several new projects coming to The Strip and beyond. Many acquisitions, such as Hard Rock's purchase of The Mirage, have become more official, while Station Casinos plans to build several properties by 2030, including Durango Casino & Resort, which will open late next year. The results of those construction plans, new…

The new Resorts World Hudson Valley Casino in the town of Newburgh is providing job opportunities for people in the area. During a recent visit, lights were flashing, music was playing and the sound of slot machines filled the air at the Newburgh Mall. After a long process, Resorts World officially opened its newest casino. "We are so excited about…

On January 3rd, 2023, New York officials confirmed that the state's bid to hand out three operating permits for full-scale casinos will go as planned after they unanimously approved the beginning of the formal application process for gambling companies. Each of the licenses will cost at least $500 million. The Gaming Facility Location Board had a…

Racino operators at Aqueduct and Yonkers were expected toput in bids of at least $500 million each to try to win the right to open anyof three new casinos in and around New York City, according to media reportsthis week. The state Gaming Facility Location Board in New Yorkapproved the terms of engagement Tuesday. It opened the bid process for…

Once licensed to operate any of New York state's three casinos, the operators are required to pay the state at least a $500 million fee for the gambling license, under new rules authorized by the state's site committee announced Tuesday. Request for applications: The filling was revealed by the New York Gaming Board, known as New York's iGaming…

Las Vegas has the New York, New York casino on the strip. Now New York City might be in line for a bit of Las Vegas. The state's Gaming Facility Location Board has opened up the application process for three full-fledged casinos in the state. Caesars Entertainment has already expressed interest in opening a casino in Times Square and is likely to…

Nothing happens quickly or easily on the Las Vegas Strip. If you decide to build or buy on the Strip, you have elected to compete with the giants of the casino business -- Caesars Entertainment (CZR) - Get Free Report, MGM Resorts International (MGM) - Get Free Report, and Wynn Resorts (WYNN) - Get Free Report -- not to mention some of the huge…

New York State officials have released the criteria they will use to determine how up to three new casino licenses will be awarded. The operators awarded licenses to run any of the New York City-area properties will have to pay the state at least a $500 million fee for the permits, according to the rules the New York Gaming Facility Board approved…

A Taiwanese man is facing up to 7 years in jail after being accused of using his mobile phone to record cards and send the information to an online chat group... 27-year-old Hung Jung-Hao is accused of conspiring with six others to cheat the Marina Bay Sands casino in Singapore. Hung allegedly recorded the cards dealt in a game of 7UP Baccarat and…

In a few years, the unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks at the Olive Garden might not be the only jackpot that awaits tourists heading to New York City's Times Square. Developer SL Green Corporation and Caesars Entertainment - owner of casino resort brands like Caesars Palace and Harrah's - want to put a casino in a skyscraper at 1515 Broadway in…

In 2022, Las Vegas announced several new projects coming to The Strip and beyond. Many acquisitions, such as Hard Rock's purchase of The Mirage, have become more official, while Station Casinos plans to build several properties by 2030, including Durango Casino & Resort, which will open late next year. The results of those construction plans, new…

Two public development projects are in the works that will indelibly change the character of New York City. Both are fraught with political and economic risks, and both will strike a nerve with many New Yorkers. The first is the closing of the notorious Rikers Island jail complex. The city's plan, which includes relocating the incarcerated…

NEWBURGH - Within 20 minutes of arriving at the new casino in the Newburgh Mall, Christine Delong won $136. All from playing penny slots. "You gotta do the'max bet,'" she said, pointing to the button on the slot machine she was playing on, just a few yards from the casino entrance. Delong, 67, of Pleasant Valley, came to the Resorts World Hudson…

Let's get ready to party! Officials expect over 400000 visitors to converge on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown's Fremont Street Experience to ring in 2023, and you can expect road closures in advance of the giant parties. The Las Vegas Metro Police Department will have extra personnel on duty to handle road closures and to make sure visitors can…

Nevada prides itself in having the most experienced gaming operators and regulators in the world. But there are at least two categories the state not only doesn't lead, but doesn't participate in. Internet gambling, or iGaming, is barely on Nevada's radar, even though six states already have legalized and launched it while a handful of others are…

MONTICELLO, N.Y. - Soon after the white coach bus pulled up on a recent Monday morning, the passengers stepped off into the frigid cold. Outside, they rushed to the nearest tree, railing, wall or grassy knoll to stash their plastic bags crammed with thermoses of rice and soup. With their lunches stowed away, they headed into the gleaming casino at…

Nevada prides itself in having the most experienced gaming operators and regulators in the world. But there are at least two categories the state not only doesn't lead, but doesn't participate in. Internet gambling, or iGaming, is barely on Nevada's radar, even though six states already have legalized and launched it while a handful of others are…