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UKGC fines Caesars £845k for lax money laundering protocols

December 17, 2015

Latest Casino and Gambling News, Money Laundering, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, United Kingdom

Caesars Entertainment was fined by the UK Gambling Commission for falling short of the protocols set in place for anti-money laundering (AML). On Wednesday, the UKGC posted a notice on their website, stating th...

As VictoryLand bingo casino prepares to open, Alabama Christian leader issues warning

Kim M

December 16, 2015

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“Illegal gambling is taking over this state,” was the warning issued on Tuesday on behalf of the Christian community by an interdenominational organization that lobbies the Alabama legislature. The Alabama C...

Indicted California card room operator was not permitted to run club: Reports

Sadonna Price

December 16, 2015

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Last Wednesday, the Palomar Card Club of California was raided by FBI agents after an investigation found the venue was operating illegally. The operator of the casino, Naseem Salem, is accused of not reportin...

Attempt by Tigua Tribe to reopen gaming facility opposed by Texas

Kim M

December 14, 2015

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The silence has finally been broken between the state of Texas and its long-running dispute with the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo, also known as the Tigua Tribe of El Paso. Despite receiving approval from the Natio...

Argosy Casino case moved to the Iowa Court of Appeals

Kim M

December 13, 2015

Latest Casino and Gambling News, Casino News, North America Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Casino project updates, Licenses, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, Iowa

The legal battle isn’t over in Iowa for the operator of the former Argosy Sioux City and the state. The Iowa Supreme Court has been asked by the former Argosy Casino’s parent company, the Belle of Sioux City...

Overbilling will cost a NY construction company $20M

Kim M

December 12, 2015

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After one of New York City’s largest construction companies admitted to overbilling clients, according to federal prosecutors, it has agreed to pay more than $20 million. On Thursday, the U.S. Attorney’s off...

Reopening date for VictoryLand casino expected from Milton McGregor

Kim M

December 12, 2015

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An announcement by Milton McGregor on WBRC Good Day Alabama on Friday may mean that the end is near for the journey towards reopening the VictoryLand casino in Macon County, Alabama. While McGregor had hoped...

DraftKings and FanDuel stay open in NY after winning same-day appeal

Lars Jones

December 11, 2015

Latest Casino and Gambling News, Fantasy Sports, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, New York

A New York judge earlier today granted an injunction sought by the New York Attorney General barring FanDuel and DraftKings from operating in the state. A scant few hours later an appeals court judge granted an...

Casino’s loss of sewer service prompts lawsuit by Snoqualmie Tribe

Kim M

December 11, 2015

Tribal Gaming, Casino News, Latest Casino and Gambling News, North America Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, Washington

On Wednesday, a lawsuit was filed in federal court by the Snoqualmie Tribe of Washington State that accuses City of Snoqualmie officials of “intentional race discrimination,” according to a tribal press release...

Sepp Blatter role in $100m FIFA bribery scandal probed by FBI

Kim M

December 10, 2015

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A British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) investigation has discovered that the FBI is investigating the role the Fédération Internationale de Football Association’s (FIFA) president Sepp Blatter played in a $10...

Four Australian sports betting companies prosecuted for advertisements

Kim M

December 10, 2015

Gaming Law & Legislation, Australia, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Casino News, World Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Oceania Casino News, Crime, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

Four new prosecutions have been launched by the New South Wales (NSW) gaming watchdog against some of the country’s largest sports betting companies as it increases its efforts to oversee advertising campaigns ...

Boston Mayor finally meets with Steve Wynn to see if they can sort out their differences

Renee Kingsley

December 9, 2015

Casino proposals, U.S.A., Casino openings, Casino project updates, Gaming Industry News, Licenses, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, Massachusetts

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh has fought a legal and a public relations battle over the proposed $1.7 billion Wynn Everett casino and has remained rigid in his views so far. While there have been discussions between...

Deed restrictions on ex-Showboat casino teeter on bill

Kim M

December 9, 2015

Casino News, Latest Casino and Gambling News, North America Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Casino project updates, Licenses, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, New Jersey

A bill that would remove restrictions on how the former Showboat casino in Atlantic City can be used was passed by the state Senate on Monday in a 32-3 vote. If successful, the bill would lift present and fu...

Deal for last Chukchansi casino raid defendant, Vernon King

Kim M

December 8, 2015

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The former leader of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians has settled his case that stemmed from a dispute at the tribe’s northern California casino. Vernon King is one of the 15 individuals that...

Poker Players Alliance joins lawsuit between Kentucky and PokerStars

TJ Gill

December 8, 2015

Poker Law, Online Poker, Poker, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, Kentucky

The PPA, also known as the Poker Players Alliance, has decided to join in an ongoing lawsuit between the state of Kentucky and online gaming juggernaut PokerStars. The lawsuit itself seems rather mundane and...

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UKGC fines Caesars £845k for lax money laundering protocols

As VictoryLand bingo casino prepares to open, Alabama Christian leader issues warning

Indicted California card room operator was not permitted to run club: Reports

Attempt by Tigua Tribe to reopen gaming facility opposed by Texas

Argosy Casino case moved to the Iowa Court of Appeals

Overbilling will cost a NY construction company $20M

Reopening date for VictoryLand casino expected from Milton McGregor

DraftKings and FanDuel stay open in NY after winning same-day appeal

Casino’s loss of sewer service prompts lawsuit by Snoqualmie Tribe

Sepp Blatter role in $100m FIFA bribery scandal probed by FBI

Four Australian sports betting companies prosecuted for advertisements

Boston Mayor finally meets with Steve Wynn to see if they can sort out their differences

Deed restrictions on ex-Showboat casino teeter on bill

Deal for last Chukchansi casino raid defendant, Vernon King

Poker Players Alliance joins lawsuit between Kentucky and PokerStars

Hong Kong Eyes Legal Basketball Betting with 50% Tax on Net Profits

Crypto.com Takes Nevada Gaming Regulators to Court Over Block on Sports Event Contracts

Caesars Palace Wheel of Wins Expands to Michigan and Ontario After Success in New Jersey

Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez Arrested in Massive Gambling Operation Scandal in Florida

Kentucky’s Largest Retail Sportsbook Set to Open at The Mint Gaming Hall