Political Strategist Challenges Richmond Casino
A political strategist said he plans to sue Richmond, Virginia (l.), alleging the city should have requested bids on a proposed casino resort instead of moving ahead with EVA...
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Lawmakers Oppose Elections Gambling
U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (l.) and several colleagues told the Commodity Futures Trading Commission that gambling on election outcomes, as proposed by a private predictions company, would harm election...
Blackjack Player Sues Ameristar, Blackhawk Over Detainment
A blackjack player has sued Ameristar Casino (l.) and the city of Blackhawk over his detainment for counting cards, seeking $3 million in compensatory and punitive damages.
Fertitta: Big Plans Ahead for Hard Rock Lake Tahoe
Tilman Fertitta has vowed to revamp Hard Rock Lake Tahoe (l.) by redoing the guest rooms, putting in new dining options and more. The property will also be rebranded...
Seventh Horse Death at Saratoga Marks Disturbing Trend at Tracks
Two horses died in two days recently at Saratoga Race Course and it was the sixth and seventh deaths at the track in less than a month. Officials and...
Report: U.S. Gamblers More Vulnerable to Fraud than Non-Bettors
A recent report by TransUnion claimed that 35 percent of U.S. gamblers have been victims of fraud, which is two to three times more than non-gamblers.
Nevada Labor Market in Flux Before Busy End to 2023
Perhaps no state in America is more dependent on one industry as much as Nevada depends on gaming and hospitality. That said, the state’s workforce has changed considerably in...
Playtech Launches New Jumanji-Themed Title
After three years of development, Playtech has launched Jumanji The Bonus Level, a new title based on the famous Jumanji franchise.
Play Synergy Approved for NV License, Takeover of Aruze Assets
Play Synergy has officially been granted its Nevada manufacturing and distribution licenses by state regulators, following its previously announced acquisition of Aruze Gaming.
Iowa Online Casino Legislation Uncertain In 2024
Legislation allowing online casino gambling in Iowa was introduced in 2021 but hasn’t progressed due to lawmakers’ reluctance to expand gambling beyond sports betting and casinos’ unfounded fears of...
Australian Tennis Coach Sanctioned for Ties with Betting Company
Tennis coach Mark Philippoussis (l.) was recently sanctioned for what was deemed to be an inappropriate business relationship with an unspecified betting company.
NC Tabs Former Massachusetts Regulator to Run Sports Betting
Sterl Carpenter, who has more than 30 years of gaming experience in Massachusetts, has been named the new head of North Carolina sports betting.
John Bollom to Take Helm of U.K.’s Bacta
John Bollom (l.) has been elected to a two-year term as president of bacta, the U.K. trade association that is celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. In May, bacta...
Illinois Judge Enables Casino Selection Do-Over
Full House Resorts’ temporary Waukegan casino has been operating since February but an Illinois appeals court judge ruled the Forest County Potawatomi’s claims of a “rigged” selection process may...
NY Assembly Eyeing Special Session on Seneca Compact
New York State Assembly members are reportedly considering calling a special session to debate authorizing the governor to finalize the Seneca Nation’s compact before it expires December 9
Burnley Signs Sponsorship Deal with W88
Burnley became the latest Premier League team to sign a sponsorship deal with a gambling company, as they entered into a partnership with W88.
No Decision Yet on Massachusetts Racetrack License
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has delayed its decision on a Category 2 wagering application from Raynham Park, a racetrack that hopes to run a sportsbook in partnership with Caesars.
FanDuel: Fantasy Sports Firms Running Illegal Sportsbooks
FanDuel and DraftKings insisted their Daily Fantasy Sport games were not sports betting but games of skill. They parlayed the accusations into sports betting licenses, ranked 1 and 2....
Report: College Loan Forgiveness Could Impact Sportsbooks
A recent report by TransUnion cautioned sportsbooks that college loan repayments could impact their bottom line.
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January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
March 11-13: World Game Protection Conference, Rio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas. Discuss topics on current threats, risk, and best practices. For more information visit www.worldgameprotection.com/
