Non-Smoking Campaign Moves from Atlantic City to Vegas

The employee-based group that began protesting resumption of smoking in Atlantic City turned up at G2E in Las Vegas, pictured here with GGB Publisher Roger Gros, a former dealer...

Published October 17, 2022

G2E Panel Addresses iGaming

A panel at last week’s Global Gaming Expo said legalizing iGaming nationwide could generate $30 billion in annual revenue. But state lawmakers and governors remain resistant due to Covid-19...

Published October 17, 2022

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: David Rebuck, Director, New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement

This week the GGB Podcast sits down with David Rebuck, the director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, on what may be the end of his career...

Published October 17, 2022

FANTINI’S FINANCE: Messages From the Top

The Fantini Research CEO One-On-One interviews at G2E showed the resilience of gaming and the opportunism that still await the innovative companies. Even the current recession hasn’t dampened enthusiasm....

Published October 17, 2022

Wilson Named Permanent CEO of Light & Wonder

Light & Wonder’s board of directors has named Matt Wilson (l.) permanent chief executive officer, after he has served as interim CEO since the departure of Barry Cottle. And...

Published October 17, 2022

Massachusetts Body Can’t Agree on Start Date for Wagers

Maybe the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (l.) is just erring on the side of caution. But at an emergency meeting on October 7, they couldn’t agree on sports betting launch...

Published October 17, 2022

U.K. Gambling White Paper Will be Published Soon

The U.K. white paper for updating the Gambling Act of 2005 could be released to the public within a few weeks, according to government sources. At one time it...

Published October 17, 2022

Bermuda Grants First Casino License

The Bermuda Gaming Commission (BGC) has granted Bermuda’s first casino license to the St. Regis Hotel (l.). The action comes eight years after parliament passed the Gaming Act. Before...

Published October 17, 2022

Macau Stocks Dive, Ops May Pay More for Concessions

The rollercoaster ride isn’t over for Macau gaming operators, whose stocks dropped amid a boost in Covid cases after Golden Week. In addition, they may have to invest more...

Published October 17, 2022

Alabama Casino Reopens Amid Legal Uncertainty

The casino at GreeneTrack (l.) in Eutaw, Alabama reopened following a 1-month closure, after the state Supreme Court removed its charity bingo status and ordered it to pay $76...

Published October 17, 2022

Bally’s Moves Forward With Chicago Casino Plan

In preparation for its $1.74 billion downtown Chicago casino, Bally’s purchase of the Freedom Center (l.), home of the Chicago Tribune, is expected to close by October 25. A...

Published October 17, 2022

WEEKLY FEATURE: G2E Back in Full Swing for 2022

For the first time since 2019, the gaming industry came out in full force for the annual Global Gaming Expo. Attendance and exhibitor numbers were just about back to...

Published October 17, 2022

Penn Entertainment To Expand Four Venues

Penn Entertainment will invest $850 million to relocate two riverboats in Joliet and Aurora, Illinois to shore, and to construct hotel towers at Hollywood Columbus in Ohio and at...

Published October 17, 2022

New Traffic Report Raises Concerns About Temporary Chicago Casino

Next year, Bally’s is planning to open a temporary casino inside of the Medinah Temple (l.), an historic building in the heart of Chicago. However, some city officials are...

Published October 10, 2022

Quebec Online Betting Sales Up; Illegal Bookies Up Too

Quebec, the second largest province in Canada, reported positive sports betting results during the fiscal first quarter. The numbers are more impressive given the competition from offshore operators. The...

Published October 10, 2022

Who is Watching the Kids?

As the Major League Baseball playoffs kick into high gear, gaming observer Richard Schuetz draws on some poignant memories of carefree days at the ballpark to remind adults not...

Published October 10, 2022

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Todd Haushalter, Chief Product Officer, Evolution Gaming

This week the GGB Podcast sits down with Todd Haushalter, chief product officer for Evolution Gaming, on the “live” dealer phenomenon that his company pioneered and now dominates around...

Published October 10, 2022

Light & Wonder Acquires House Advantage Assets

Light & Wonder has acquired the assets of House Advantage, enhancing L&W’s systems business with omnichannel player loyalty solutions. House Advantage CEO Jon Wolfe (l.) will now serve as...

Published October 10, 2022

Roy Student, Frank Fantini to Receive AGEM Memorial Awards at G2E

Roy Student and Frank Fantini (l. to r.), two legends of the gaming industry, will be honored at G2E 2022 with the Jens Halle Memorial Award Honoring Excellence in...

Published October 10, 2022

Seminoles, Feds Face Court Hearings to Bring Back Betting to Florida

The miniscule time period the Seminole Tribe spent hosting sports betting online seems like a century ago, not 2021. Repeated court dates, appeals and the need for a scorecard...

Published October 10, 2022