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BetMGM Recent Ohio Launch – Everything You Should Know

A leading operator in the sports betting and iGaming industry, BetMGM, has shared some exciting news about its operations. Both mobile and retail sports betting operations will be launched in Ohio.  Two famo...

Macau concessionaries report year-to-year casinos fee as 10-year gaming concessions start

On January 2nd, 2023, six Macau concessionaires reported that they would individually pay the Macau government a base sum of MOP750 dollars per square meter of gaming space for the first 3 years of their latest...

Macau expects visitor upturn during Chinese New Year as measures are lifted

Following the suspension of COVID-19 prevention measures and zero-COVID policy for the first time in three years, Macau authorities finally allowed tour groups from mainland China to visit the region. Macau is ...

New Covid wave hits Macau closing Cotai food and beverage facilities

A review of the websites of Cotai casino resorts indicates that at least three of them are closed, as well as multiple Cotai food and beverage outlets. The closures are seemingly due to the Covid-19 case count ...

VICI Properties acquires Foundation Gaming’s properties for $293 million with 8.3% capitalization rate

Real estate investment trust, VICI Properties Inc., has purchased the real estate assets of the Fitz Casino & Hotel (“Fitz”), located in Tunica, Mississippi, and the WaterView Casino & Hotel (“WaterView...

Maverick Gaming purchases four properties in Washington in $80.5 million investment

Fast-growing gaming company, Maverick Gaming LLC, has announced the purchase of four card rooms in Washington State. Chips Casino in Lakewood, Goldies Casino in Shoreline, Palace Casino in Lakewood, and Riversi...

Macau GGR expected to exceed $22 billion by 2027 to incur additional 20% tax to operators

Analysts at Morgan Stanley are predicting that Macau's gross gaming revenue values will exceed $22 billion by 2027. The predictions follow the signing of new gaming concession contracts by Macau's six operators...

Hard Rock takes over The Mirage from MGM for $1.1 billion to change Las Vegas skyline

The iconic volcano attraction of the Las Vegas Strip, The Mirage, has officially changed ownership. Following the approval of the Nevada Gaming Commission, the giant Hard Rock International closed the purchase ...

Macau allocates gaming tables and slot machines to impose contingency to operators

The new concession period in the Macau gambling industry commences on January 1, 2023. The Macau government has therefore announced the allocation of tables and slot machines following its previous announcement...