Online Gaming Bill Introduced in New York

Senator Joe Addabbo has introduced a bill to legalize online gaming in New York state even though Governor Kathy Hochul’s recently proposed budget claims no revenue from the activity....

Published February 20, 2023

Tribes Buying Boarded-Up Motel on LV Strip

Three tribes based in North Dakota—the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation—have begun the process to buy the former White Sands Motel (l.) property on the Las Vegas Strip. The...

Published February 20, 2023

Ohio Governor Wants to Double Tax Rate after Two Months

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine (l.) must know a good thing when he sees it. With less than two months in the books for sports betting, DeWine is pushing to...

Published February 20, 2023

Future of Star Sydney Uncertain as Calamities Mount for Star Entertainment

All of the bad news that Star Entertainment has endured over the last 18 months may finally be proving too much to handle, especially now that the future of...

Published February 20, 2023

Macau Rally Continues, MICE to Grow

The end of China’s zero-Covid policy and the return of Macau tourism has analysts buoyant on the gaming mecca’s continued recovery. Meetings and conferences could rise significantly throughout the...

Published February 20, 2023

N.J. Legislature Holds Public Hearing on Casino Smoking Ban

The smoking ban in New Jersey casinos took another step towards reality when the state legislature held a hearing to discuss the debate, though no date was set for...

Published February 20, 2023

Petersburg Out, Ball in Richmond’s Court

A Virginia Senate committee last week denied the opportunity for voters in Petersburg to approve a $1 billion+ casino in the city, but opened the door for Richmond...

Published February 20, 2023

Bally’s Names New CEO, Proposes Bronx Casino

Bally’s Corporation has named Robeson Reeves (l.) its new CEO, replacing Lee Fenton, who is stepping down after one and a half years on the job; Reeves will oversee...

Published February 20, 2023

WEEKLY FEATURE: U.S. Commercial Gaming Revenue Breaks Record, Again

Revenue from commercial casinos in 2022 topped $60 billion, topping 2021’s $53 billion to set an earnings record for the second consecutive year.

Published February 20, 2023

The Numbers Are In: Super Bowl Betting Shows Dramatic Increase

Super Bowl LVII was a boon for most sportsbook operators ,with several reporting record figures. GeoComply also had record-setting geolocation checks, but William Hill experienced its mobile app crashing....

Published February 20, 2023

Two Proposals Available for Atlantic City’s Bader Field

DEEM Enterprises has agreed to pay the city of Atlantic City $115 million for Bader Field for a car-centric development. Bart Blatstein has unveiled an alternative plan (l.) for...

Published February 13, 2023

Stitt Faces Uphill Battle for Oklahoma Sports Betting in 2023

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (l.) is looking to get sports betting legalized by the end of 2023 but could face opposition by Native American tribes, as well as members...

Published February 13, 2023

Smashing Success: ICE London Back in Full Swing for 2023

ICE London returned in a big way for 2023, setting new exhibitor and attendance records following a two-year Covid-related downturn. Representatives from around gathered to showcase the latest and...

Published February 13, 2023

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: John English, Immediate Past Chairman, International Gaming Standards Association

The GGB Podcast sits down with John English, the immediate past chairman of the International Gaming Standards Association, to talk about his crowning achievement, an IGSA event being held...

Published February 13, 2023

Penn Entertainment Completes Purchase of Barstool Sports

Penn Entertainment completed Its purchase of Barstool Sports, the sportsbook associated with more with the antics of its founder Dave Portnoy (l.), than who has the best odds. Penn...

Published February 13, 2023

Minnesota Lawmakers Prep Sports Betting Bills

Minnesota state Senator Jeremy Miller will introduce sports betting legislation similar to last year’s, offering licenses to tribes, pro teams and racetracks. State Rep. Zack Stephenson’s (l.) bill limits...

Published February 13, 2023

Florida Regulators Conditionally Approve Magic City Sale

In a unanimous vote, the Florida Gaming Control Commission gave conditional approval to the sale of the Havenick family’s Magic City Casino (l.) in Miami to the Poarch Band...

Published February 13, 2023

26 Capital Sues Okada Manila over Stalled Merger

26 Capital, a special purpose acquisition company based in the U.S., has filed suit against Okada Manila and associated companies, claiming they delayed a planned merger. The SPAC wants...

Published February 13, 2023

Macau Brings Back Junket Tax

Macau junkets, whose wings have been clipped under the newly amended gaming law, may once again be subject to a 5 percent commission tax. That’s according to Kwok Chi...

Published February 13, 2023

Michigan Top Gaming Regulator Cites Concerns

Michigan Gaming Control Board Executive Director Henry Williams (l.) said he’s concerned about the spread of unregulated gaming machines and online casino and sports betting advertising.

Published February 13, 2023