IRS Seizes Former Skill-Game Executive’s Cash in Tax Probe
The Internal Revenue Service has seized more than $400,000 from a retired Pennsylvania State Police corporal who served as a compliance director for skill-game supplier Pace-O-Matic.
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Smoke-Free Casino Advocates Gear Up for NJ Legislative Session
National anti-smoking advocates and a group of New Jersey casino dealers are gearing up for the new legislative session, and a new effort to ban smoking in Atlantic City...
LVCC Renovations Continue; Officials Bullish on LV Convention Traffic
The Las Vegas Convention Center (l.) has undergone several high-dollar renovations in the last five years, and now that the South Hall project is nearly complete, tourism officials expect...
Nebraska Gaming Study Rejects New Racinos
Nebraska does not need more horse racing tracks in addition to the six currently licensed, according to a study released by the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission. The report...
NY to Weigh iGaming, Fixed-Odds Racing Bets
Lawmakers in New York will consider bills in the new session of both chambers to legalize online gaming and fixed-odds wagering for horse racing.
Two New Hampshire Gambling Bills Face Different Fates
The New Hampshire House approved a bill that would protect charitable organizations that get winnings from gambling. An online casino bill, however, will not be discussed this year.
Ex-Officiating Exec for NFL Says Refs Approached About a Fix
Dean Blandino spent four plus years overseeing the officiating for the NFL. While no game has ever been fixed, refs have been approached about doing just that.
Machine Learning: A Safe Bet For Improved Player Experience
In recent years, machine learning has become a powerful tool for businesses looking to maximize both efficiency and security—why not apply that technology to sports betting? Nikhil Koranne (l.),...
Legislators from Gambling States Congregate at NCLGS
Legislators from states that host gaming met last week in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The 29th annual National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) also included representatives of the...
Gauselmann Rebrands as Merkur
Germany’s Gauselmann Group has officially change it name to Merkur Group, with its holding company changing from Gauselmann AG to Merkur.com AG.
Meta Fined $6.5 Million for Violating Italy’s Gambling Ad Ban
Facebook owner Meta has been fined $6.5 million for violating Italy’s ban on gambling advertisements, after the site allegedly posted promotions for gambling on Facebook and Instagram.
MGM Donates $360K to Responsible Gaming Center
MGM Resorts International has donated $360,000 to the International Center for Responsible Gaming to support two-year research projects aimed at preventing and treating gambling disorders.
Tozzi Named Marketing Vice President At SAHARA Las Vegas
Michael Tozzi (l.) is the new vice president of marketing at SAHARA Las Vegas, in charge of managing the property’s brand marketing strategy. Tozzi brings 16 years of gaming...
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November 27-28: Eastern European Gaming Summit, Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. Produced by the Association of Gaming Industry in Bulgaria. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
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.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
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.
