New York-Seneca Dispute Hits Host Communities Hard

With hundreds of millions of casino revenue-sharing dollars from the Seneca Nation on hold, and no end to the dispute in sight, cites and small town across western New...

Published October 14, 2019

Kentucky Gubernatorial Candidates Debate Sports Betting

Kentucky Republican Governor Matt Bevin and Democratic Attorney General Andy Beshear (l.) discussed gambling during a recent debate. Beshear wants "new dedicated revenue" derived from casinos, sports betting and...

Published October 14, 2019

For Macau’s Casinos, a Gilt-Edged Disappointment

China’s Golden Week holiday (l.) proved anything but golden for gaming operators in the Chinese territory. Despite big visitation numbers, casino revenue was down compared with last year as...

Published October 14, 2019

Baltimore Mayor Saves Pimlico, Preakness

A chance encounter between Baltimore’s mayor and the head of the Stronach Group, which owns Pimlico racetrack (l.), led to an agreement to keep the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore....

Published October 14, 2019

WEEKLY FEATURE: Vegas Resort Fees: Up, Up and Away—Again

With consumer complaints on the rise nationally over the hidden fees hotels charge their customers and a bipartisan bill now in Congress that would require their disclosure, Caesars Entertainment...

Published October 14, 2019

Hard Rock Wins First Round in Illinois

Rockford, Illinois aldermen have certified Hard Rock International's proposal to build a casino at the city’s Clock Tower Resort (l.). Gorman & Company and Forest City Partners also had...

Published October 14, 2019

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Mark Giannantonio, President & CEO, Resorts Atlantic City

This week Mark Giannantonio joins the GGB Podcast to talk about his seven years at the helm of Resorts Atlantic City and how it has been impacted by the...

Published October 7, 2019

AC Mayor Resigns, Admits Stealing $87K from Kids’ Charity

In another cringeworthy moment in Atlantic City politics, Mayor Frank Gilliam (l.) last week pleaded guilty to embezzling some $87,000 in charitable contributions made to a youth sports betting...

Published October 7, 2019

Skill and Synergy: A Conversation with Georg Washington

Synergy Blue combines “skill-influenced” gaming with traditional slot technology to target new players. CEO Georg Washington (l.) explains how the elements intersect.

Published October 7, 2019

Senecas Mourn Passing of Former President Barry Snyder

Barry Snyder (l.), who shepherded the New York-based Seneca tribe into the casino era, has died at 79. A force in Seneca Nation affairs for 50 years, he served...

Published October 7, 2019

AGA Adds Three to Hall of Fame

The American Gaming Association has announced three industry members to be inducted into the Gaming Hall of Fame. This year’s additions include Elaine Hodgson (l.), co-founder, president and CEO...

Published October 7, 2019

UKGC Suspends EveryMatrix White Label

Gaming software manufacturer and supplier EveryMatrix has had its license to provide betting or operate a casino online suspended by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). The company is working...

Published October 7, 2019

Sounds Familiar: Philippines Considers Privatizing PAGCOR

After much back-and-forth on the matter, Philippine lawmakers are again weighing the pros and cons of privatizing some assets of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR). Senate Minority...

Published October 7, 2019

Churchill Downs Picks Up Kentucky Track

Turfway Park, a racetrack in Florence, Kentucky, was purchased last week by Louisville-based Churchill Downs. Turfway Park was owned by Jack Entertainment, which is slowly exiting the gaming industry,...

Published October 7, 2019

Forget the Sum of Caesars’ Parts—It’s the Parts That Count

It’s a great time to buy gaming assets—which makes it a great time to sell them. When it comes to Caesars, that’s what Eldorado Resorts will look to do...

Published October 7, 2019

MGM Settles October 1 Shooter Lawsuits

The tragic Las Vegas shooting of October 1, 2017 left 58 people dead and many more injured. Because the incident happened from a hotel and on land owned by...

Published October 7, 2019

WEEKLY FEATURE: Maverick Buys Casinos in Colorado, Washington

Empire-building CEO Eric Persson and a partner started Maverick Gaming less than two years ago. Maverick is in the middle of a purchasing spree that now has the company...

Published October 7, 2019

Blockbuster Deal Creates Largest iGaming Company

Paddy Power Betfair has merged with PokerStars to create the largest online betting and gaming company. Paddy Power—now Flutter Entertainment—owns about 54.6 percent of the corporate shares. The deal...

Published October 7, 2019

Rosa Parks Would Not Stand for a Manel

Are civil rights and women’s rights connected? Undoubtedly says gaming industry veteran Richard Schuetz. Just reflect on the history of Rosa Parks (l.) during the civil rights struggle and...

Published September 30, 2019

Young Leaders to be Honored at G2E

The Innovation Group and Global Gaming Business magazine last week announced the winners of the 2019-20 “Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40.” A reception will be held at...

Published September 30, 2019