Virginia Reinstates Skill Games Ban

The Supreme Court of Virginia has once again banned skill games in the state, reversing an order from a lower court judge that allowed the games to resume while...

Published October 16, 2023

AGA Study: Gaming Has $329 Billion Economic Impact

A new study released by the American Gaming Association showed the casino gaming industry contributes $329 billion in annual economic impact to the U.S. economy, generates $53 billion in...

Published October 16, 2023

Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Reveals new Loyalty Program

Dreamscape Companies, which recently purchased the Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas (l.) from Caesars Entertainment, has announced a new loyalty program. It is called Rio Rewards.

Published October 9, 2023

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...

Published October 9, 2023

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...

Published October 9, 2023

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.

Published October 9, 2023

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.

Published October 9, 2023

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.

Published October 9, 2023

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.

Published October 9, 2023

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...

Published October 9, 2023

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...

Published October 9, 2023

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.

Published October 9, 2023

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...

Published October 2, 2023

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...

Published October 2, 2023

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.

Published October 2, 2023

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.

Published October 2, 2023

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...

Published October 2, 2023

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.

Published October 2, 2023

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...

Published October 2, 2023

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.

Published September 25, 2023