Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Wynn Resorts becomes the latest company hoping to spin off its Macau operations, including the under-construction, Encore Macau (l.), with an IPO. Discussions that would do the same for Las Vegas Sands are ongoing and insiders say it will occur by the end of the summer.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Despite widespread signature gathering irregularities, the four regional casino initiative put forward by Ohio Jobs and Growth Plan is headed for the November ballot. This is not good news for Governor Ted Strickland, who has ordered 17,500 video lottery terminals to be installed among the state’s seven racetracks. Both gaming developments were challenged in court last week, one by MTR Gaming, the owner of the racetrack Scioto Downs (l.)
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Hints about the casino legalization process keep leaking out as interest in the casino licenses for the Penghu islands grows. And Taiwan President Ma (l.) visits the island to stress that Taiwanese gaming will only be legal on Penghu.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Two U.S. senators, including Utah’s Orrin Hatch (l.), are asking the federal attorney general to look into the legality of Delaware’s new sports betting law, and into the New Jersey challenge of the federal ban on sports wagering.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Once again no one has stepped forward to bid to build a regional, state-owned casino in Kansas’s Southeast Zone. But hope springs eternal and the Kansas Lottery Commission will again entertain bids in three months. This is the third time the deadline has been postponed. Also, the Camptown Greyhound Park (l.) may also be revived.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The sudden ban on casino gaming in the Ukraine has eliminated all operators, like the one at left, who followed the law but not all those who didn’t. The predictable result may end up costing the national treasury in more ways than one.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The acceptance of poker as a government-sanctioned sport promised to provide Russian gaming operators with a loophole. Now, that loophole has been closed.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The Michigan tribe that developed the Greektown Casino-Hotel may be forced out as owner as a result of a bankruptcy settlement that is before a judge.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
CityCenter must ramp up efforts to entice Americans to America’s most expensive resort.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
This week, the GGB Podcast features an exclusive interview with Kevin DeSanctis, the CEO of Revel Entertainment. Publisher Roger Gros talks to him about the project, its many features and the possibility for obtaining financing to complete what will surely be a seminal development on the Atlantic City Boardwalk.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The battle between the Indian state’s anti-gaming forces and its operators of shipboard casinos is entering a new phase. Threats of non-renewal of licenses and a defector from one political party’s position are the latest in the continuing story.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Europe’s largest planned leisure project with casinos continues to make progress. On the legal front, another major milestone has been reached.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Slot operators and manufacturers in Uruguay have had enough of what they see as persecutory and unconstitutional behavior by the government.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
A new tax would mean tens of millions for the treasury, but operators worry it will exacerbate problems caused by the weak economy.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
A serious procedural error may cost the challenger a chance at victory in this monopoly-license contest.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
A recent government audit found problems at a Canadian casino, but only 25 percent of those problems were made public.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
A strong Q4 led to a better than expected result for Nigel Morrison and company.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Online operator makes first of a number of anticipated purchases in 2009.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
As expected, discussions about economic issues take precedence in House.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Company will provide hosted and managed content for existing regulatory environment in North America
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Changes—and lack of changes—in Italian gaming law have led this online operator to call it quits in Italy.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Final players at WSOP Main Event resume play in November, which includes former winner Phil Ivey.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Government issues freeze on White Listing until review is complete.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Board splits Lotteries and Bets of the State into two teams to address issue.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The owner of Ocean Downs racetrack in Maryland’s Eastern Shore area says he can have 200 machines up and running by December, pending award of his permanent license.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Bally’s and Caesars dealers and slot techs have not set a date for walkout; parent company Harrah’s warns they could be replaced if strike goes forward
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Although the Massachusetts legislature is doing a slow simmer on gaming bills before activity picks up in earnest this fall, casinos are the talk of the towns around the small communities in the Bay State where the facilities may ultimately be located.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
West Virginia business people are taking matters into their own hands to bring table games, and potentially more money, to their Jefferson county racino.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
As Nevada’s unemployment rate reaches record highs, some of the Las Vegas Strip’s high-end resorts, including the PH Tower at Planet Hollywood (l.), are beginning the hiring process for thousands of new positions.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Las Vegas and Atlantic City go head to head to retain rights to the Tropicana name after the Tropicana Las Vegas was jettisoned from Tropicana Entertainment.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
At the center of the Fontainebleau Las Vegas bankruptcy case is the matter of which state’s laws apply to which facets of the case.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Casinos in Louisiana and Mississippi are starting to feel the pinch of the economy, reporting lower numbers in recent months
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
State creates web-based system for registering gaming workers, replacing visits to sheriff’s office.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Non-gaming hotel at CityCenter to focus on satisfying customers.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Tribal casino generates millions for local and state governments every year
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The state’s budget woes could sway voters in favor of slots at racetracks, though critics say residents only approve of tribal gaming.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Commission chair warns that the solvency of existing casinos should be paramount; casino operators add that state-regulated 17 casinos is enough
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Boston-based developers want to move gaming cruiser to a terminal where two casino ships have already bottomed out
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Rhythm City Casino contract adds clause that would cut charitable payments in the event of expanded smoking ban or increased competition
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Casino Control Commission expands powers, enabling law enforcement to issue citations and fines for under-21 drinking and gambling
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
‘Phenomenal’ results for Thoroughbred meet, and daily handle is up too; GM predicts that next year could see $1M a day
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The Philadelphia Belt Line Railroad, a 120-year-old railroad that formerly had tracks across the SugarHouse casino site, is challenging the casino’s right to use the land.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Maryland’s highest court has diverted the challenge of Magna Entertainment to rejection of its bid to place slots at Laurel Park to a state contracting board.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Allows Nooksack Indian Tribe of Washington to continue operating casino opened in 2007
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The National Indian Gaming Commission has warned the Fort Sill Apache Tribe of Oklahoma to cease its paper bingo games, but the tribe claims it is not in violation of federal law.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The Bay Area town of Richmond, California, just finished a four-year long environmental review of a $1.5 billion development of an old navy base that would include an Indian casino.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Jeffery Clough joins the tribal property after more than 20 years of experience in the industry.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
One of the hospitality sector’s most talented minds will join Thunder Valley when it opens its hotel next year.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The newest Kansas casino has selected a general manager. The property will open later this year.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
A donation from the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers will fund slot technology training at an Atlantic City-area community college.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The south-Strip casino will use the Bally Business Intelligence Solutions package to implement a program to use improved data management to increase business.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The North Carolina-based manufacturer of PokerPro multi-player, automated poker tables has renewed its contract with Carnival Corporation to provide its product for gaming cruise ships.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The global game content and system provider launched its server-based platform for the Mexican market at the ELA trade show in Mexico City.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The new Tabcorp service will assist casino venues with business intelligence, regulatory compliance, responsible gambling support and a host of other business functions.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers approved the membership of four new companies, bringing membership in the supplier organization to 79.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Europe’s traditional online gaming event has a new home and new components.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Despite fewer exhibitors and visitors this year, the annual Panama gaming show will take place as scheduled in 2010.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The slot manufacturer has released a survey that revealed the evolving makeup of casino visitors, and the changing preferences slot designers are facing.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Nevada high roller has legal argument that may help avoid paying off casino debts.
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
Agencies scheduling meetings in less exciting places, like St. Louis and Milwaukee, and avoiding the “fun” cities.
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