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New Proposed Texas Legislation Favors Horse Racing/Casino Partnership

Several Texas lawmakers are trying to get legalized gambling to the state and have met with resistance in the past but Rep. Charlie Geren (l.) proposing a partnership with...

Published February 13, 2023

WEEKLY FEATURE: American Gaming Association: 50 Million to Bet on Super Bowl

Super Bowl 57 is the first played in a state with legal betting. The American Gaming Association predicts more than 50 million will bet in the U.S., a record....

Published February 13, 2023

Petersburg Still a Casino Option In Virginia

The move to put a referendum for a Cordish Live! casino in Petersburg (l.) got defeated one week, brought back to life the next. Virginia lawmakers also grapple with...

Published February 13, 2023

Super Betting

More than 50 million people in the U.S. will bet on the Super Bowl being held for the first time in Arizona, a state where sports betting is legal....

Published February 6, 2023

Researchers Tripping Out on Mushrooms as Gambling Cure

Using a derivative of magic mushrooms has been promoted as a cure for several addictions, including gambling, and now researchers at the University of Miami, Ohio are showing promising...

Published February 6, 2023

Slot Floor Strategies: Location Location Location!

Where you locate your new slots is almost as important as the brand and theme of the slot. Most slots perform well in your “A” locations, but how do...

Published February 6, 2023

PAGCOR Revenues Soar, but POGO Controversies Continue to Unfold

The Philippine gaming industry saw a marked rebound in 2022, with receipts of more than US$1 billion to the country’s gaming regulator, PAGCOR. However, after pledging to “nurture” its...

Published February 6, 2023

Chaos for ClubsNSW; Landis Ousted, Proposal Facing Backlash

It’s been a hectic few days for ClubsNSW—the trade body was already facing criticism for a regulatory proposal that many considered to be lackluster, and now it’s been forced...

Published February 6, 2023

Liechtenstein Votes to Keep Casinos

Liechtenstein’s voters on January 29 resoundingly rejected a referendum that would have banned the six casinos that have operated since legalization in 2017. The vote in favor of casinos...

Published February 6, 2023

Hawaii Sees Slew of Sports Betting Bills in New Session

Hawaii is just one of two states that do not have any form of gambling but state legislators are proposing five bills that would bring sports betting, poker and...

Published February 6, 2023

Aruze Files for Chapter 11 Reorganization

Aruze Gaming has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, as part of a reorganization effort triggered by a garnishment judgment against a shareholder.

Published February 6, 2023

ICE Presents ‘Landmark Awards’

ICE Landmark Awards will honor inspiring individuals and outstanding brands at this year’s trade show next week, including Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr. and gaming pioneer Roy...

Published February 6, 2023

FANTINI’S FINANCE: Who Doesn’t Love Dividends?

This week, dividends are the name of the game, and surprisingly, none of the big-time casino operators or bookmakers elicited any mention whatsoever. That alone should be an indicator...

Published February 6, 2023

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Brett Abarbanel, Executive Director, International Gaming Institute, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

The GGB Podcast today welcomes Brett Abarbanel, the executive director of the International Gaming Institute, at UNLV on how she plans to approach her new position leading one of...

Published February 6, 2023