Appeal Court Rules PlayAlberta Doesn’t Violate Law

The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled that the province’s establishment of its iGaming site PlayAlberta was not a violation of Canadian law, a ruling that has been well...

Published May 1, 2023

Maybank IDs Potential PAGCOR Casino Buyers

Maybank Securities suggests there may be a few bidders for casinos owned by the Philippine Gaming and Amusement Corp. They include operators in Clark, Philippines as well as the...

Published May 1, 2023

Atlantic City Edgy About New York Casinos

New York casinos could pose a threat to Atlantic City by siphoning off gamblers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. Operators could offset the competition by bidding on NYC...

Published May 1, 2023

NV Tourism Created $91 Billion in Impact in ‘22; March Numbers So-So

The Nevada Resort Association’s latest economic report revealed that the state’s tourism industry generated over $90 billion in overall economic impact in 2022. In March of this year, however,...

Published May 1, 2023

WEEKLY FEATURE: Tennessee Legislature Passes Bill To Tax Sports Wagering Handle

Lawmakers in Tennessee have approved SB472 that addresses several issues in regards to sports betting. Now it awaits the governor's signature to become law.

Published May 1, 2023

U.K. Gambling White Paper Finally Unveiled

When the U.K.’s gambling white paper was first announced, no one knew just how much turbulence it would have to go through—including a carousel of lawmakers—to see the light...

Published May 1, 2023

Toronto Actor Turns Personal Slot Videos Into Cottage Industry

It didn’t seem like much of an idea. Brian Christopher (l.), a transplant from Toronto to L.A., filmed himself playing slots and posted it on YouTube. 1.5 million subscribers...

Published April 24, 2023

Operators, Regulators: Skill-Game Battle Needs Teeth

Faced with the continued spread of illegal, unregulated gaming machines, Pennsylvania and other states need enforcement actions with teeth, say regulators and operators.

Published April 24, 2023

5 NFL Players Suspended for Violating Gambling Policies

The NFL has suspended five players, including standout wide receiver prospect Jameson Williams (l.), for violating league gambling rules. Three of the players bet on NFL games specifically, whereas...

Published April 24, 2023

FANTINI’S FINANCE: Raging Bulls and Cash Cows

First quarter earnings season is upon us, and two companies, Las Vegas Sands and Monarch Casino, represent opportunities in distinctly different ways—one is perhaps best positioned to take advantage...

Published April 24, 2023

Data Show Tribes Have Big Economic Impact on States

Tribal gaming in Oklahoma and Arizona have had major impacts on the economies of both states. The Cherokee Nation contributes $3.04 billion a year to the Oklahoma economy and...

Published April 24, 2023

Tennessee Looking to Change Key Sports Betting Provisions

Two issues regarding sports betting in Tennessee have come under scrutiny and legislation of the 10 percent win rate and official data aims to correct what many see as...

Published April 24, 2023

Texas Pro Teams Push Sports Betting as Deadline Looms

The Texas Legislature has little more than a month to approve sports betting, or else wait two more years to get another chance. Representatives from 11 professional teams in...

Published April 24, 2023

Star to Lay Off 500, Freeze Incentives as Outlook Grows Dire

Star Entertainment has announced plans to slash expenses by freezing employee incentives and laying off as many as 500 staff–-reportedly from its Star Sydney (l.) casino—in response to poor...

Published April 24, 2023

In Osaka, IR Work Is Just Beginning

The Japanese government has given a thumbs-up to a plan to build an integrated resort on Yumeshima Island in Osaka Bay. But that’s just the first step in a...

Published April 24, 2023

All Roads Lead East: Hard Rock Hosts East Coast Gaming Congress

The 26th East Coast Gaming Congress examined issues ranging from the future of omnichannel gaming to the battle against unregulated gaming and the emerging sports betting market.

Published April 24, 2023

It’s Official: A’s to Purchase Off-Strip Plot, Relocate to Las Vegas

After 50-plus years with no professional sports, Las Vegas sure seems to be making up for lost time, as the Oakland Athletics have announced plans to purchase an off-Strip...

Published April 24, 2023

European Leagues Continue to Grapple with Gambling Sponsorships

The English Premier League enacted a ban on gambling advertising on their front of shirts worn on match day, while the Scottish Professional Football league resisted a similar ban;...

Published April 24, 2023

Revenue Roundup: States Report Mixed March Results

Revenue tracking among states is one of the broadest and simplest ways to track the health of the U.S. gaming industry, but March’s up-and-down results didn’t provide much clarity...

Published April 24, 2023

Baseball Rules Affecting Some Oddsmakers’ Lines

Baseball implemented three rule changes, like the pitch clock (l.) for the 2023 season and thus far sportsbook operators are seeing mixed results in how they are affecting their...

Published April 17, 2023