Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Florida legislators recently filed a bill to allow five Las Vegas-style casinos throughout the state. The Seminole Tribe of Florida, which operates four casinos in the state, including Tampa’s Hard Rock Casino Hotel (l.), and parimutuels say they'll fight the plan. Most of the large casino companies are said to be active in the state.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
With a mid-May opening for Galaxy Entertainment’s new Cotai project, Galaxy Macau, the speculation on what impact it will have on the company and the Macau market has begun. But Galaxy co-chairmen, Francis Lui and his father, Lui Che-woo, are likely to have a huge success on their hands.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
One of the oldest casinos on the Las Vegas Strip, the Sahara, will close down on May 16, a victim of the recession and its inability to update the property. Owners are evaluating options for the property. And while the Riviera has new owners, its outlook isn’t much brighter.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The bitter battle between Stanley Ho (at left with fourth wife Angela Leong, not a party to the feud) and members of his family has been settled, but no details have been announced. The feud had impact not only SJM, Ho’s casino company, but also MGM Macau, the company half-owned by daughter Pansy Ho.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Two of the former Station Casinos properties were moved last week, proving once again that Frank and Lorenzo Fertitta played the bankruptcy courts like a violin. Not only are they still in charge of most of the casinos that once made up their company, but also they wind up with full ownership of one of its gems, Green Valley Ranch (l.).
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Recent consultations with tribes across the country have resulted in a report that foreshadows a dramatic reduction in the scope and power of the National Indian Gaming Commission, as led by its chairwoman, Tracie Stevens (l.).
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The older Centurion Tower at Caesars Palace will be converted into a Nobu Hotel, the first of its kind in the world, and include restaurant of the same name. At left, Nobu partners Robert DeNiro and Nobu Matsuhisa are welcomed by Caesars Entertainment Western Division President Tom Jenkin. The company will also consider its first Asian operations, non-gaming hotels. And it’ll cost more than expected to add hotel rooms, retail space, and a Ferris wheel to two unfinished Las Vegas Strip projects.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Hundreds of customers of Bally Technologies’ system division made the eighth Systems User Conference held at the Pechanga resort in California the most successful ever.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Now that New Jersey’s bill to legalize intrastate online gaming is on hold after a gubernatorial veto, Nevada has gotten into the act with its own version, one backed by PokerStars, one of the online gaming websites that continue to take bets from the U.S., even after the passage of UIGEA.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
While things are looking better across the gaming world, a deeper look reveals that problems still remain and some new issues that may detour any recovery loom ahead.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
A report by the U.S. State Department says that side betting in Macau casinos could be 10 times as large as the gross gaming revenues reported by the casinos there, leading to money laundering and other problems. At left, the VIP rooms at Galaxy’s StarWorld.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The success of the two Singapore resorts in their first year of operation is prompting analysts to raise expectations for the next two years. Barring government intervention on locals visiting the casinos, there appears to be little standing the way of reaching the new predictions of revenue.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Local contractor Cotec Construction has been selected as the main builder for the MGM Ho Tram project in Vietnam. For CotecCons, this is the largest project to date.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Hearings on the proposed “Tipperary Venue” project in Ireland are fans and opponents of the €460 million plan. Supporters point to increased opportunities both at home and internationally, while detractors claim damage to existing businesses and the environment.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Europe has seen its share of bombastic mega-resort announcements followed by uneasy silence. A more modest investment by an Italian-Serbian consortium appears ready to break ground in southeastern Serbia.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The Swiss Casino Commission is now studying the proposals it received for new gaming licenses for Zurich and the canton of Neuchatel. The latter has a new entry in Colorado-based Century Casinos, by way of a recent acquisition.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
A longtime operator of casinos in Poland has left the game. Orbis S.A. has sold its interests in the casino arm of the business and will concentrate instead on its hotel product.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The Russian experiment in casino relocation has not exactly gone as hoped. After raids by Moscow police on almost 400 illegal casinos in the first six weeks of 2011, President Dmitry Medvedev (l.) wants new legislation proposals from his former mentor and the appropriate ministry heads.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Australia’s Tabcorp has scored an important win with the promise of the sole keno license for the state of Victoria. The operator needs to make up for future revenue losses from the 2012 restructuring of Victoria’s non-casino slot business.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The Vancouver, British Columbia casino expansion and relocation that once seemed headed for a knock out, is now on the ropes as residents in the area where it would be built have organized an impressive grass roots opposition.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Casino Adelaide in South Australia has run afoul of the state gaming board by operating some slot machines in an outdoor area. Being outdoors, players could smoke, but the authorities say that allowing smoking while playing defeats the intent of the law.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The Pacific island nation of Palau has scheduled a referendum on casino gaming for June. Casino proponents will have one chance and one chance only to put the question to the voters.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Chippewa chief blames a sluggish economy for financial cutbacks, but members have called for an audit to look into mismanagement of funds derived from the First Nation’s Casino Rama (l.).
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
An Iowa Senate committee recently passed a gambling bill including provisions for internet poker. But it's considered unlikely to pass a full Senate vote.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Gaming board approves an alliance between the world’s largest casino company and an online gaming giant. The plan now goes to commissioners.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The online wagering bill that was vetoed unconditionally by Governor Chris Christie is being rewritten by New Jersey legislators. Meanwhile, internet bills are being considered in Florida, Iowa and California.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
A bill filed by the Delaware state House majority leader would create two new casinos in the state in a measure hotly contested by owners of the three current Delaware racinos, including Dover Downs CEO Ed Sutor (l.).
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Pennsylvania’s highest court has upheld the award of the state’s first resort casino license to Valley Forge Convention Center (l.) near King of Prussia.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Georgia's House Regulated Industries Committee recently voted unanimously to approve a constitutional amendment that would expand legalized gambling in the state. Proponents say horse racing would generate 10,000 jobs in urban and rural areas and education would benefit from betting proceeds.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The speaker of the Kansas House has asked the state attorney general to possibly challenge the gaming contract between the state and Peninsula Gaming to build the Kansas Star (l.), a state-owned casino.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Raising taxes on Iowa’s casinos is a good idea with the public, but not so popular with legislators and a tax watchdog group.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
After suffering a humiliating defeat at the hands of Rhode Island voters several years ago, Caesars Entertainment is back but with a warning that the state must act quickly, says VP Jan Jones (l.). But if a casino is to be approved, the voters will again have to weigh in.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
A bill has been introduced in the Illinois House that would allow slot machines at the state’s racetracks, but new casinos are now off the table.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Lack of staff and lack of time on the job prevented the Ohio Casino Control Commission last week from meeting a deadline to draft license application rules for the state’s four casinos authorized by the voters in 2009.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
With a Mohican tribal casino off the table, New York lawmakers could get behind the aging Catskills racino, which needs a $400 million makeover.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Proponents for sports betting in New Jersey suffered a setback when a federal judge threw out a lawsuit to legalize the gaming activity. With the activity remaining illegal at the federal level, odds that a lawsuit will reverse the ban are slimmer than ever.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
‘Sports trading’ is the name of the game at the high-end, high-tech sports book, operated by the gaming arm of Cantor Fitzgerald.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Traditionally, nightclubs in Las Vegas have been accessible only through the casino. A new club that opens onto the street could mark a sea change.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The recent announcement that Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City had trimmed their work force by cutting 56 jobs is indicative of the current gaming industry. Meanwhile, the Casino Control Commission has fired an additional 110 workers as part of the new restructuring.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
The Illinois legislature will consider two bills that would allow smoking in casinos after a three-year ban. Analysts say the 2008 law is responsible for the state’s 31 percent drop in casino revenues.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Kimberley Vele (l.), president of the Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians, disputes the Department of Interior claim that DOI cannot approve its gaming compact with New York State.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
A Michigan tribe that once owned and then lost a casino in Motor City wants to try again, this time in Romulus.
Sun, Mar 13, 2011
After his partner was offered a prestigious job in the U.S. Senate, Michael Anderson establishes his own law firm concentrating on serving tribal governments in their applications, challenges and opportunities in Washington D.C.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Alabama casino developer Ronnie Gilley remains under lock and key as a federal judge denies his request for release pending trial.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Stephen Capp has resigned as chief financial officer of Pinnacle Entertainment to pursue other opportunities. He will remain at the company through the end of March.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
With the appointment of a new alternative lifestyle director, Resorts aims to expand its marketing share by creating a gay-friendly casino.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
More and more casino companies are sharing rewards programs and customer incentives—hopefully to everyone’s benefit. Pinnacle Entertainment has reached an agreement with Wynn Resorts to send its customers to Wynn and Encore Las Vegas (l.).
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
West Virginia’s Senate has passed a bill that would modernize the slot machines at the state’s racinos. The House is considering a similar bill.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Slot manufacturer Bally Technologies will acquire Sightline, a developer of kiosks used in casinos.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
The Organic G4 line of automated games has made its debut in the Netherlands. National casino operator Holland Casino has placed Interblock’s electronic roulette machines in two of its casinos, including the Amsterdam property.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Gaming Laboratories International has returned a favorable functional evaluation on the Epicentral Print System by TransAct Technologies.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
The Gaming Standards Association announced a new package for its game-to-system message protocol, and announced members of its new board of directors.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Aristocrat Leisure Limited will distribute its game content online through the GameAccount Network in regulated online markets.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Global Payments, Inc. announced agreements to provide 10 casinos with ATM and cash-advance products.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Casino titan Sheldon Adelson has Asian market to thank for his increased wealth.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
The Vegas Strip is not exactly known for its sedate architecture and subdued signage. But a planned shopping center sign is just too much, says Caesars.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
All the money’s accounted for, say Nevada auditors, but the state Gaming Control Board should put its casino payments under lock and key.
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
The ECM Publishers Editorial Board recently met with proponents and opponents of legalizing racinos at two racetracks in Minnesota. They concluded, "We believe the interests of the state and the Indian tribes would be served best by renegotiating the compact that would allow the state to share in casino revenues."
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