Malaysian PM: No Dice on Second Casino

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (l.) has once again shot down speculation that government leaders and global gaming companies were discussing a second casino in the country.

Published May 20, 2024

Thailand to Minimize Gaming in Proposed IRs

If Thailand OKs a plan to develop integrated casino resorts, the emphasis will be on non-gaming attractions, says Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat. Gaming floors could occupy about 5...

Published May 20, 2024

Bally’s Receives RG Check Accreditation

Bally’s has been recognized by RG Check, the comprehensive gambling accreditation program. Bally’s Chicago also has formed partnerships with the Illinois Council on Problem Gambling and the Midwest Asian...

Published May 20, 2024

Group Forms To Block Arkansas Casino License Repeal

Investing in Arkansas, backed by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, has formed to block a constitutional amendment that would repeal a casino license in Pope County.

Published May 20, 2024

Encore Boston Harbor Plans Put on Hold

Wynn Resorts is looking to build off of Encore Boston Harbor’s (l.) success with a major expansion. But issues over taxes and fees have put the plans on hold.

Published May 20, 2024

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Published May 13, 2024

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Published May 13, 2024

Most European Countries Employ Multi-Licensing for iGaming

A new report from the European Gaming and Betting Association reveals that 27 of 31 European companies use some type of multi-licensing for online gambling.

Published May 13, 2024

Illinois Online Casino Bill Stalls

A bill legalizing online casino gambling has stalled in the Illinois House, but still could come up before the session ends May 24. State Rep. Dan Didech said the...

Published May 13, 2024

Brazil Establishes Requirements for Online Gambling

Brazil’s agency responsible for gaming has published technical and security requirements for online gaming and sports betting. They will all be under the Prizes and Betting Secretary of the...

Published May 13, 2024

Washington Tribe Presents Development Proposals

The Nisqually Indian Tribe presented plans for a casino resort and a mixed-use development on 250 acres it owns in Lacey, Wash. First the tribe must apply to the...

Published May 13, 2024

Gun Lake Casino Expansion to Open in 2025

By this time next year, Michigan’s Gun Lake Tribe expects to complete a multimillion-dollar expansion at its eponymous casino in Wayland. The project will add a hotel, three pools...

Published May 13, 2024

Mohegan to Transition Resort Operations to Virgin Hotels

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas (l.) and Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment have announced that Mohegan will end its management of the off-Strip casino resort.

Published May 13, 2024

AGA Signs PGA for Responsible Gaming Campaign

The goal for the American Gaming Association campaign to foster responsible gaming is to sign up as many partners as possible. The latest is the PGA of America, signed...

Published May 13, 2024

Ohio Regulators Seek Discretion Over Use It or Lose It Rule

It might seem a tad odd that a fireworks company runs a sportsbook. Maybe that’s why they haven’t taken a bet yet. But the company hopes Ohio gaming regulators...

Published May 13, 2024

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred Says Integrity Unit Works

Since the Supreme Court overturned a sports betting ban, scandals have emerged. But so far, the integrity of athletic competition has remained in tact, at least in baseball and...

Published May 13, 2024

Washington D.C. Panel Hears Testimony from Sportsbooks

In the latest effort to get beyond the GambetDC fiasco in the nation’s capital, the city council seeks to amend sports betting. The goal is to bring in more...

Published May 13, 2024

Ad Spend for Sports Betting Fell 21 Percent in 2023

In case you’re keeping score, sports betting ad spend down. State tax revenue from sports betting up. Don’t know what that means for bettors.

Published May 13, 2024

Missouri Effort to Get Sports Betting on the Ballot Closer to Success

It takes 180,000 verified signatures to put sports betting on the Missouri ballot in November. Thanks to the efforts of the state’s pro sports teams, the campaign almost doubled...

Published May 13, 2024

Mississippi Fails to Pass Online Sports Betting for 2024

Mississippi has a lot of casinos, and most of the casinos have retail sportsbooks. But the bulk of sports betting comes via online avenues, and Mississippi couldn’t come to...

Published May 13, 2024