Sands, MGM Both Eye Osaka

Osaka has long been considered a prime candidate for one of three Japan integrated resorts. At least two big U.S. gaming firms have an Osaka IR in their sights:...

Published February 25, 2019

WEEKLY FEATURE: Casino Ban Stands in Philippines

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte (l.) has yet to reconsider his ban on new casino licenses in the country, says a spokesman. Even so, a number of projects seem to...

Published February 25, 2019

Icahn Moves on Caesars

After buying a pile of Caesars Entertainment stock, corporate raider Carl Icahn wants the gaming giant to put itself up for sale to boost its value. With little choice,...

Published February 25, 2019

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Willy Allison, Organizer, World Game Protection Conference

This week, the GGB Podcast features a discussion with Willy Allison, the owner and organizer of the World Game Protection Conference, being held at the Tropicana in Las Vegas...

Published February 18, 2019

90 Percent of Casino Patrons Play Responsibly, Says AGA Report

A recently released survey by the American Gaming Association shows that 90 percent of people who visit a casino the U.S. games responsibly. It was released at the same...

Published February 18, 2019

FANTINI’S FINANCE: Storm Clouds Approaching?

Fourth quarter financial reports are rolling in and it seems the disappointing 2018 is behind us. But if the U.S. economy starts to slow down, how attractive will the...

Published February 18, 2019

Character is Destiny to Reputation

Finding a place on Fortune Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies takes a total enterprise team effort. Clark Dumont, who led the effort at MGM Resorts for five years, explains...

Published February 18, 2019

Mohegan Chairman Resigns at the Top of His Game

Kevin “Red Eagle” Brown, chairman of the Mohegan Tribal Council, which runs the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut, gave no indication that he was planning to resign before he...

Published February 18, 2019

Tribal Interests Will Shape Sports Betting

Although gaming tribes don’t have the same interests or goals, their preferences will play a significant role in the coming expansion of sports betting in the U.S. Only two...

Published February 18, 2019

Indiana ‘Once-in-a-Generation’ Gambling Legislation Advances

An omnibus gambling measure, Senate Bill 552, recently moved from the Indiana Senate Public Policy Committee, chaired by state Senator Ron Alting (l.), to Appropriations. It addresses sports gambling,...

Published February 18, 2019

New Name for Okada Manila?

In the ultimate act of separation from Japanese billionaire Kazuo Okada, Universal Entertainment Corp. may change the name of its Okada Manila resort in the Philippines’ Entertainment City. The...

Published February 18, 2019

Osaka Thinks Big

Osaka, Japan, chosen to host the 2025 World Expo and in line to welcome one of the country’s first integrated resorts, is planning big upgrades in its transportation infrastructure....

Published February 18, 2019

WEEKLY FEATURE: Wire Act Memo Under Fire

MGM Resorts Chairman & CEO Jim Murren (l.) called the recent DOJ Wire Act memo “unenforceable. New Hampshire is preparing a lawsuit to protect its online lottery in the...

Published February 18, 2019

32 Casinos Proposed for Brazil

Brazilian lawmaker Paulo Azi (l.) has submitted a bill that would bring casinos to the country for the first time. The legislation calls for up to 32 casino licenses...

Published February 18, 2019

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Nehme Abouzeid, Founder and President, LaunchVegas

This week, the GGB Podcast features a sit down with Nehme Abouzeid, the president and founder of LaunchVegas, a consulting firm dedicated to brands looking to launch big in...

Published February 11, 2019

New Nevada Gaming Chairwoman Keynote Speaker at UNLV Gaming & Hospitality Education Series

Sandra Douglass Morgan, recently appointed as chairwoman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, will be the keynote speaker for the “Road to 2020,” the first Episode of the UNLV...

Published February 11, 2019

Synergy Blue Releases Skill Gaming Report

Skill-slot supplier Synergy Blue has released a report examining the role of skill-based gaming in what it calls a “new era of gamers and gambling.” The company identified skill...

Published February 11, 2019

Controversial Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act Revived

A bill that would remove Indian businesses from the jurisdiction of the National Labor Relations Board has been reintroduced in the Senate. Its chances there are good, but in...

Published February 11, 2019

AGA: Half of U.S. States Will Turn to Sports Betting in 2019

The American Gaming Association estimates that by the end of this year, half of the 50 states in the U.S., will either have legalized sports betting or will be...

Published February 11, 2019

Casino Bill Moves To Virginia House

In a 28-12 vote, a casino bill passed from the Virginia Senate to the House for the first time in the state's history. It would allow casino referendums in...

Published February 11, 2019