Philippine Police to Crack Down on Lax Enforcement

General Benjamin Acorda Jr. (l.), head of the Philippine National Police, says law enforcement officials who look the other way in the face of illegal gambling will face legal...

Published June 5, 2023

Interest Growing in PAGCOR Casinos

The Philippine gaming regulator plans to sell off its casinos sometime in 2025, says Chairman Alejandro Tengco. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. has been criticized for both owning...

Published June 5, 2023

Londoner Macao Targets International Tourists

With the opening of the Londoner Macao, Sands China has considerably expanded its presence on Macau’s Cotai Strip. The addition brings 6,000 new hotel rooms to host international travelers.

Published June 5, 2023

Nagasaki IR Hopes Fading

Investors who hoped to develop an integrated resort in Nagasaki face the dissolution of the plan, per an industry expert. Professor Toru Mihara says the consortium could fall apart...

Published June 5, 2023

Pennsylvania Casinos Implement Cashless Options

Three Pennsylvania casinos have begun tests of cashless wagering options after receiving approval from the state Gaming Control Board.

Published June 5, 2023

F1 Fans Already Buying Out Strip Restaurants for Nov. Race

The Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix was always expected to bring big money to the Las Vegas Strip, but renting out entire world-class restaurants with views of the...

Published June 5, 2023

Nebraska Temporary Casino Expands

Table games, a sports bar, a sportsbook and live entertainment area are being added to the temporary casino at Fonner Park in Grand Island, Nebraska. Construction is expected to...

Published June 5, 2023

Borgata Unveils Rebranded MGM Tower

Atlantic City’s Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa has unveiled the rebranded MGM Tower (l.), after a $55 million refurbishment of the hotel tower originally branded The Water Club.

Published June 5, 2023

Missouri AG Noncommittal On Unregulated Machines

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey (l.) was noncommittal when asked if he thought gambling machines proliferating statewide were legal or not. But a St. Louis Post-Dispatch report indicated Missourians...

Published June 5, 2023

Four Suspects Involved in $225K ETG Scam at the Cosmo

A team of four fraudsters has been charged with cheating after winning over $225,000 in a scam involving the Azure Roll to Win Electronic Craps table (l.) at the...

Published June 5, 2023

NJ Bill Would Mandate Treatment for Underage Gamblers

A bill that cleared committee in the New Jersey Senate would give judges the option to mandate treatment for underage offenders caught gambling in casinos.

Published June 5, 2023

Colorado Governor Vetoes Casino Credit Bill

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (l.) disagreed with those in the state Legislature and vetoed a bill that would have allowed casinos to loan money to customers.

Published June 5, 2023

Danville, Illinois Casino Welcomes the Public

The $105 million Golden Nugget Danville (l.) in Illinois opened on May 27 with 500-plus slots, 14 table games, a sportsbook, fine dining restaurant and sports bar. Future plans...

Published June 5, 2023

RSCVA to Pause Search for New CEO, Citing Need to Restrategize

The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority has had a tough run of controversy at the CEO position. Now that outgoing boss Charles Harris has been granted an early separation,...

Published June 5, 2023

Caesars, Hudson Yards Unveil New York Plans

Caesars Entertainment has unveiled elaborate plans for its proposed casino in Times Square (l.), while the developer of a proposed Wynn-branded casino at Hudson Yards revealed a revised bid.

Published June 5, 2023

A’s, Lawmakers Release Draft for Strip Stadium Financing Plan

The hands have shaken, the deals have been signed and the renderings for the A’s new stadium (l.) have been released. The only thing left is the financing and...

Published June 5, 2023

Gaming Compact for Senecas Pressures Governor

A bill that would require New York Governor Kathy Hochul (l.) to begin negotiations for a new gaming compact for the Seneca Nation of Indians puts new pressure on...

Published June 5, 2023

Crown Resorts Accepts Massive $294 Million Fine for AML Failures

Everyone makes mistakes, but when they start to pile up, things can become very expensive, very quickly. Crown Resorts learned this lesson when it agreed to a gargantuan $294...

Published June 5, 2023

Maine Sports Betting Official on Leave After Offensive Tweets

A sports betting official in Maine sent out a series of offensive tweets and was suspended with pay. The suspension of Milt Champion (l.) came after he used sexist...

Published May 29, 2023

Australia: Controversial TikTok Sports Betting Trial Expanded

What started as one has become three—in a controversial move, TikTok Australia has expanded its partnership with the country’s bookmakers to include two more brands, Dabble and Neds. The...

Published May 29, 2023