Georgia Lawmakers Fail to Legalize Sports Betting

Sports bettors and industry analysts have had Georgia on their mind for quite some time, but alas, the latest legalization efforts have fallen through once again.

Published April 1, 2024

CASINO-OLOGY: Card Counting Indicators

Of all the ways that players attempt to cheat casino games, card counting in blackjack is the most popular, but surprisingly, the methods for teaching staff how to spot...

Published April 1, 2024

GGB PODCAST: Tribal Economic Growth with Kit Szybala and Seth Young, Founding Partners, GMA Consulting

Sustainability and preservation is a hallmark of the decision-making process for tribes everywhere, and this also applies to economics. Casinos have provided a great foundation, but future growth lies...

Published April 1, 2024

FANTINI’S FINANCE: Show ‘Em What You Got

Unfortunately, not much of the success from other sectors of the overall market has managed to spill over into the gaming side. The industry seems to have exhausted much...

Published April 1, 2024

Time Runs Short for Maryland iGaming Bill

Maryland senators declined to vote on an iGaming bill last Tuesday. If they don’t do so by April 8, the legislation is kaput for the year. The proposal passed...

Published April 1, 2024

Stitt Asks Regulators To Block 2034 Compact Renewal

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (l.) wants the Horse Racing Commission to enact a resolution making sure the Model Tribal Gaming Compact doesn’t automatically renew on December 31, 2034, as...

Published April 1, 2024

NCAA Prez Calls for End of Prop Bets in College Games

Charlie Baker (l.), the president of the NCAA, wants proposition bets on college players stricken from sportsbook menus. Too much stress on young student athletes who have to worry...

Published April 1, 2024

888 Weathers License Review with No Penalty

The sportsbook and gambling company 888 Holdings has withstood a license review by the UK Gambling Commission. No further regulatory action is needed, the company announced.

Published April 1, 2024

Star’s CEO, CFO Step Down as Company’s Struggles Continue

Star Entertainment has announced the resignation of CEO Robbie Cooke and CFO Christina Katsibouba, the latest in a growing list of departures that have plagued the company since it...

Published April 1, 2024

Singapore IRs to Begin Massive Expansions

Resorts World Sentosa and Marina Bay Sands in Singapore both will undertake multibillion-dollar expansions starting this year as part of their concession renewal agreements with the government.

Published April 1, 2024

Skill Games Secure Another PA Court Victory

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has affirmed its decision holding that so-called “skill games” produced by Banilla Games can be operated legally in the state.

Published April 1, 2024

NYC Casino Licensing Far Off

The New York Gaming Commission estimates that applications for three downstate licenses for commercial casinos in and around New York City will not be accepted before Q1 2025.

Published April 1, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Thailand IRs Could Boost Tourism by Half

A new study suggests that Thailand could boost tourism revenue by more than 50 percent if lawmakers approve integrated resorts with gaming. Major operators including MGM and Galaxy are...

Published April 1, 2024

Crown Melbourne Returns to Full Suitability

Victorian regulators have determined that Crown Melbourne (l.) has regained the ability to hold its casino license, more than two years after it was conditionally suspended for anti-money laundering...

Published April 1, 2024

What Not to Expect from Vegas

Las Vegas is evolving like never before, and so are its offerings. One can expect to find so many different things in Sin City that it begs the question,...

Published March 25, 2024

Dean Serpa Accepts MA Gaming Commission Exec Position

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has appointed Dean Serpa (l.) executive director. He was formerly deputy chief of staff for former Gov. Charlie Baker.

Published March 25, 2024

Oklahoma Choctaw Casino Resort Opening in May

The Choctaw Nation’s $238 million Choctaw Landing Casino and Resort, which opens in May in Hochatown, Oklahoma, less than four hours from Dallas, is expected to attract 443,000 visitors...

Published March 25, 2024

GGB PODCAST: Brian Christopher, Casino Gaming Influencer and CEO, BC Ventures

The social media landscape has given rise to an ever-growing list of influencers, or those with sizable followings in a particular culture or industry. In the slot and casino...

Published March 25, 2024

FANTINI’S FINANCE: Big Apple of My Eye

The race for New York City casino licenses is an intriguing one, and deeply political. The proposals are numerous, expansive and expensive, but no matter who the winners are,...

Published March 25, 2024

BIA to Take Public Comment on Koi Nation Casino Proposal

The Department of the Interior may require an environmental impact statement for the Koi tribal casino proposed for Windsor, California. They propose a 540,000-square-foot casino with 2,750 slots, and...

Published March 25, 2024