Crime at Nebraska Casino a “Non-Issue”
Despite warnings of increased crime at Nebraska casinos, that hasn’t occurred at WarHorse Lincoln (l.). Police were called to the casino only 78 times in its first year of...
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Video Gambling Revenue May Surpass Illinois Lottery
Tax revenue from Illinois’ 45,000-plus video gambling machines is catching up with the Illinois Lottery, still the state’s main source of gambling revenue. In fiscal 2023, video gambling generated...
Sidewalk Vendors Banned from Las Vegas Strip
The Clark County Commission unanimously approved an ordinance banning sidewalk vendors from selling products within 1,500 feet of prominent Las Vegas attractions.
NV Supreme Court Orders Hotel Tax Suit to Proceed
A high-profile lawsuit that alleges several online travel firms knowingly evaded room taxes in Nevada may proceed, according to the latest ruling from the Nevada Supreme Court.
Atlantic City Casinos Return $504 Million-Plus to State
Atlantic City’s casinos have returned more than $504 million to the state this fiscal year, a record amount that will fund public projects around New Jersey.
Pennsylvania Posts Record-Breaking Revenues for 2022-23
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has recorded record-breaking revenues and taxes for 2022-23. During the period, the Keystone State opened a new land-based casino and launched several online casinos.
NV Regulators, Suppliers Continue Talks About Approval Process
Gaming suppliers and regulators from the Nevada Gaming Control Board recently held another meeting to try and advance their ongoing conversation about potentially changing or removing regulations surrounding the...
NY Regulators Look at Sibella on Casino Bids
Regulators in New York are investigating the past of Scott Sibella (l.), who recently was fired by Genting’s Resorts World Vegas, and also was president and COO of MGM...
Union Workers Authorize Detroit Casinos Strike
Union members working at Detroit’s three casinos overwhelmingly approved authorizing striking for higher wages, if necessary. The strike could occur as soon as mid-October when contracts expire.
NV Regulators Approve Durango Despite Labor Questions
Red Rock Resorts’ newest project, Durango Casino and Resort, is now fully set for its November 13 opening following unanimous approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission. Sure, the company’s...
Trading Commission Rejects Political Wagering
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission rejected Kalshi’s proposal to allow wagering on Kalshi’s regulated event exchange, calling it unlawful gambling with implications “beyond the election itself,” including fundraising and...
NJ Supreme Court to Rule on Ocean Casino Covid-19 Insurance Case
The New Jersey Supreme Court will rule on whether Ocean Casino Resort (l.) is entitled to pandemic-related insurance payouts that they were denied by insurance companies.
MA Regulators Approve Changes to Tax Revenue Distributions
Commissioners of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) were not unanimous in proposed changes to casino tax distributions, but they ultimately approved the plan.
Horse Racing Facing Steep Declines in Betting
Horse racing is nicknamed the Sport of Kings, but it is facing a significant decline in wagering and those involved in the sport are not sure how to bring...
MGM, Caesars Face Lawsuits Over Cyberattacks; NIGC Seeks Public Update
Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International are now facing five separate class-action lawsuits related to the compromise of personal data in the recent cyberattacks.
Reno’s GSR Announces $1 Billion Investment, New Arena
Grand Sierra Resort owner Alex Meruelo has announced a sweeping $1 billion capital investment project centered around a 10,600-seat arena that will become the new home of Nevada Wolf...
Bally’s Makes $5 Million Donation to CCRI for New Programs
Bally’s Corp. recently made a $5 million donation to the Community College of Rhode Island to establish new academic programs centered around gaming.
New Mexico Casinos Collaborate on Problem Gambling Issue
New Mexico casinos are banding together to address problem gambling in the state and have started seeing their efforts pay off.
Self-Exclusion Starts In Colorado
The Colorado Division of Gaming debuted a self-exclusion program, allowing individuals to ban themselves for one, three or five years from gambling at casinos and betting on sports at...
Fontainebleau LV Sets December 13 Opening Date
The Fontainebleau Las Vegas (l.) has set a December 13 opening date, and guests can now book their first reservations through the property’s website.
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November 27-28: Eastern European Gaming Summit, Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. Produced by the Association of Gaming Industry in Bulgaria. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
