Macau Now Offers 12 Gaming Zones for Foreigners

As part of its campaign to bring in more international tourists, Macau’s six casino concessionaires have opened a total of 12 new gaming zones reserved just for foreigners.

Published April 24, 2023

Mass Baccarat Leads in Macau

Mass-market baccarat has become the chief contributor to Macau’s casino industry, adding $2.54 billion in gross gaming revenues for the first quarter, or 59 percent of the total.

Published April 24, 2023

In Osaka, IR Work Is Just Beginning

The Japanese government has given a thumbs-up to a plan to build an integrated resort on Yumeshima Island in Osaka Bay. But that’s just the first step in a...

Published April 24, 2023

Cleveland Hispanic Youth To Learn About Problem Gambling

The National Council on Problem Gambling awards a $40,000 grant to a Cleveland program for efforts to educate Hispanic youth about the dangers of problem gambling. Hispanic young adults...

Published April 24, 2023

Louisiana Casino Announces Rebranding, Expansion

This fall, Hollywood Casino in Baton Rouge (l.) will become the Queen Baton Rouge. New owners, Queen Casino & Entertainment, also plan an $85 million renovation and expansion.

Published April 24, 2023

State, Local Governments Allocate Treatment Funds

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (l.) signed legislation establishing the state’s Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Advisory Committee. Sheridan County, Wyoming will utilize annual allocations for prevention and treatment programs.

Published April 24, 2023

Las Vegas Mirage Offers Locals Perks

Hard Rock International, which bought the Mirage (l.) on the Las Vegas Strip from MGM Resorts International last year, has begun offering free parking, show and spa discounts and...

Published April 24, 2023

LVCC Renovations Begin; LVCVA Says No Shows to be Impacted

The Las Vegas Convention Center (l.) is slated to begin a $600 million renovation project, but the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority has pledged that the work will...

Published April 24, 2023

NYC Casino Bidders Jostle for Position

As Caesars and SL Green battle opposition from local theater owners to their proposed Times Square casino, the Mohegans double down on efforts to gain support for their Midtown...

Published April 24, 2023

All Roads Lead East: Hard Rock Hosts East Coast Gaming Congress

The 26th East Coast Gaming Congress examined issues ranging from the future of omnichannel gaming to the battle against unregulated gaming and the emerging sports betting market.

Published April 24, 2023

It’s Official: A’s to Purchase Off-Strip Plot, Relocate to Las Vegas

After 50-plus years with no professional sports, Las Vegas sure seems to be making up for lost time, as the Oakland Athletics have announced plans to purchase an off-Strip...

Published April 24, 2023

European Leagues Continue to Grapple with Gambling Sponsorships

The English Premier League enacted a ban on gambling advertising on their front of shirts worn on match day, while the Scottish Professional Football league resisted a similar ban;...

Published April 24, 2023

Revenue Roundup: States Report Mixed March Results

Revenue tracking among states is one of the broadest and simplest ways to track the health of the U.S. gaming industry, but March’s up-and-down results didn’t provide much clarity...

Published April 24, 2023

Baseball Rules Affecting Some Oddsmakers’ Lines

Baseball implemented three rule changes, like the pitch clock (l.) for the 2023 season and thus far sportsbook operators are seeing mixed results in how they are affecting their...

Published April 17, 2023

Colorado Firm Buys Cal-Neva, Will Reopen as Proper-branded Hotel

A Colorado real estate firm has acquired the shuttered Cal-Neva resort (l.) in Crystal Bay, Lake Tahoe, and will reopen the property under the luxury brand Proper.

Published April 24, 2023

Texas House Committee Considers Poker Rooms Legislation

Currently 56 poker clubs operate in Texas without regulation. But a House committee is considering bills that would let local officials approve or ban the clubs, and change state...

Published April 17, 2023

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Published April 17, 2023

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Chairman E. Sequoyah Simermeyer, National Indian Gaming Commission

This week we sit down with Chairman E. Sequoyah Simermeyer, the chairman of the NICG on his final year in that position to talk about his achievements.

Published April 24, 2023

AXES Establishes HQ at UNLV’s Black Fire Innovation

AXES.ai has signed a new lease to establish its international headquarters and the Black Fire Innovation Campus (l.) at UNLV.

Published April 17, 2023

MBS Gets Smart with New Hotel App

Marina Bay Sands in Singapore has launched a new Smart Hotel app to enhance the guest experience. Visitors can use the app for mobile check-in and in-room dining and...

Published April 17, 2023