BGC Calls for No New Gaming Taxes

The CEO of the U.K. Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), Michael Dugher, February 10 called for the new secretary of state for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer not...

Published February 20, 2023

UKGC CEO: Gaming Market has Settled Post-Covid

The head of the U.K.’s Gambling Commission (UKGC), Andrew Rhodes (l.) February 9 shared his perspective on the “latest research shaping regulatory decisions in U.K. gambling.” He was a...

Published February 20, 2023

Future of Star Sydney Uncertain as Calamities Mount for Star Entertainment

All of the bad news that Star Entertainment has endured over the last 18 months may finally be proving too much to handle, especially now that the future of...

Published February 20, 2023

Singapore Moves Beyond Covid

Singapore has done away with travel restrictions related to Covid-19. In a sign of ongoing regional recovery, tourists need not carry proof of vaccine, though pandemic measures could be...

Published February 20, 2023

Analyst: Hiccup in Okada Merger Could Increase Value

An entity created by the merger of Okada Manila and 26 Capital could actually benefit from a delay in the deal’s completion. That’s the word from an analyst who...

Published February 20, 2023

Macau Trade Group Asks for Tax Break

A trade group representing Macau’s remaining junkets has asked that the city roll back its decision to reinstate a 5 percent tax on commissions paid by casinos to VIP...

Published February 20, 2023

Hornbuckle Pushes for IR Decision in Japan

Japanese lawmakers were expected to announce their decision on two proposed integrated resorts in the new year. It hasn’t happened yet, and Bill Hornbuckle (l.), CEO of bidder MGM...

Published February 20, 2023

Macau Rally Continues, MICE to Grow

The end of China’s zero-Covid policy and the return of Macau tourism has analysts buoyant on the gaming mecca’s continued recovery. Meetings and conferences could rise significantly throughout the...

Published February 20, 2023

Congressional Gaming Caucus Re-forms

The bipartisan Congressional Gaming Caucus has been reactivated in the new Congress. Chaired by Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) (l.) and Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA), as the name implies it...

Published February 20, 2023

Monarch Agrees to Hefty Fine for Proxy Wagering

Monarch Casinos has agreed to pay a $400,000 fine to Colorado authorities, acknowledging that three of the sportsbook employees at its Black Hawk casino (l.) placed proxy bets on...

Published February 20, 2023

Bally’s Chicago Casino Will Displace Tribune Publishing Plant

Bally’s Corporation has exercised its option to force Tribune Publishing, the printing plant of the Chicago Tribune and several national newspapers, to relocate from the site of its planned...

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Apollo: First Year of Venetian Takeover a Success

Apollo Global Management first acquired the Venetian (l.) from Las Vegas Sands Corp., over one year ago, and so far, things have gone about as well as it could...

Published February 20, 2023

N.J. Governor Phil Murphy Talks About PILOT Lawsuits

The subject has been out of the news cycle for a while. But New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (l.) brought it back on Ask Governor Murphy when responding to...

Published February 20, 2023

Hawaii’s Chang Clarifies Stance on Proposed Ban of NV Gaming Ads

Hawaii state Senator Stanley Chang (l.) recently submitted a bill that would ban gambling advertisements in the state, especially those coming from Las Vegas casinos, but that’s proved to...

Published February 20, 2023

Las Vegas: Use of Public Funds for A’s Relocation Still Undecided

As talks about a potential relocation for the Oakland A’s to Las Vegas continue on, it’s unclear at this time whether or not Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo (l.) will...

Published February 20, 2023

Nevada Lawmakers Push Back on Biden’s Attack on “Junk” Resort Fees

In his recent State of the Union address, U.S. President Joe Biden (l.) introduced a new bill that would eliminate various kinds of “junk fees,” with resort fees included...

Published February 20, 2023

N.J. Legislature Holds Public Hearing on Casino Smoking Ban

The smoking ban in New Jersey casinos took another step towards reality when the state legislature held a hearing to discuss the debate, though no date was set for...

Published February 20, 2023

Petersburg Out, Ball in Richmond’s Court

A Virginia Senate committee last week denied the opportunity for voters in Petersburg to approve a $1 billion+ casino in the city, but opened the door for Richmond...

Published February 20, 2023

Bally’s Names New CEO, Proposes Bronx Casino

Bally’s Corporation has named Robeson Reeves (l.) its new CEO, replacing Lee Fenton, who is stepping down after one and a half years on the job; Reeves will oversee...

Published February 20, 2023

Two Proposals Available for Atlantic City’s Bader Field

DEEM Enterprises has agreed to pay the city of Atlantic City $115 million for Bader Field for a car-centric development. Bart Blatstein has unveiled an alternative plan (l.) for...

Published February 13, 2023