Quixotic Quest: Gaming Tax Policy Should Advance Public Policy

The legend of Don Quixote is defined by his many farcical quests--but as Michael Pollock (l.) notes, the process of finding the optimal gaming tax rate might have been...

Published January 09, 2025

In Need of Data Centers? LuxConnect Invites Operators to Luxembourg

Data centers are now in high demand, and one company is extending an open invitation to Luxembourg for operators everywhere.

Published January 09, 2025

GGB PODCAST: Jonodev Chaudhuri, Principal, Chaudhuri Law

In this episode we sit down with Jonodev Chaudhuri (l.), principal at Chaudhuri Law, to talk about issues impacting tribal gaming and the future of the National Indian Gaming...

Published January 09, 2025

FANTINI’S FINANCE: You Can’t Always Get What You Want

By now, it seems likely that retail and online gambling are two verticals that may not grow in tandem. If lawmakers are set on iGaming expansion, it may be...

Published January 09, 2025

SUPPLIERS IN FOCUS

The latest announcements from Interblock, Novomatic, Everi and more.

Published January 09, 2025

LATIN AMERICA IN FOCUS

Loterj sees appeal dismissed, Paraguay ends gambling monopoly, Colombian president calls for tax increase and more.

Published January 09, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Macau continues its post-Covid rejuvenation, the great POGO purge drags on, Resorts World Genting unveils new gaming floor and more.

Published January 09, 2025

TRIBAL GAMING IN FOCUS

Michigan casino project reaches end of the line, Seneca Niagara workers mull unionization, Mohegan posts FY24 losses and more.

Published January 09, 2025

SPORTS BETTING IN FOCUS

Minnesota hearing lacks industry rep, Flutter succumbs to unfavorable NFL results, Penn continues ESPN Bet sportsbook rebranding and more.

Published January 09, 2025

EUROPE IN FOCUS

U.K. consumers spend big on gambling, Tipico snaps up Admiral Austria, French operators to reduce promotional spend and more.

Published January 09, 2025

U.S. IN FOCUS

Lawmakers in Maryland and Virginia to discuss iGaming bills, new racino proposed for Decatur, Tysons developers make first comments and more.

Published January 09, 2025

WEEKLY FEATURE: Will Customers Buy Into DraftKings Sportsbook+?

In the era of subscriptions, DraftKings Sportsbook+ makes perfect sense—but does that mean the company’s latest idea will actually gain traction with bettors?

Published January 09, 2025

The Latest on California Tribes’ Lawsuit Against Card Rooms

California’s gaming tribes fought long and hard for their day in court against state card rooms. Now that they’ve gotten it, expect the fight between both sides to be...

Published January 09, 2025

Saluting Las Vegas

Themed resorts are one thing, but an entire themed city? Ira David Sternberg (l.) explores the possibility of a new, militarized Las Vegas.

Published December 20, 2024

GGB PODCAST: Kate Spilde, Professor and Chair of the Sycuan Institute of Tribal Gaming, San Diego State University

In this episode we sit down with Kate Spilde (l.), chair of SDSU’s Sycuan Institute of Tribal Gaming and one of the preeminent academics in the gaming world.

Published December 20, 2024

GGB PODCAST: Evan Groat, VP and GM of Connectivity, Crane Payment Innovations

This week we sit down with Evan Groat (l.), vice president and general manager of connectivity for Crane Payment Innovations, to talk about the current state of cashless payments...

Published December 20, 2024

GGB PODCAST: Cynthia Hallett, President and CEO, Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights

In this episode we sit down with Cynthia Hallett, president and CEO of Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights, to talk about the increasingly contentious issue of smoking in casinos.

Published December 20, 2024

Making Safe Hires Matters During Seasonal Lulls in Casinos

All businesses must be diligent in their hiring practices, but casinos are especially susceptible to risks related to their employees, writes Greg Natale, key account manager and integration specialist...

Published December 20, 2024

GGB PODCAST: Stuart Hunter, Managing Director, Clarion Gaming

In this episode we sit down with Stuart Hunter (l.), managing director of Clarion Gaming, to talk about the upcoming ICE Barcelona show, which will be the first edition...

Published December 20, 2024

FANTINI’S FINANCE: A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall

A recent Wells Fargo research note has forced investors to ask some tough questions about the future growth prospects of land-based casinos in the U.S.

Published December 20, 2024