Somerset withdraws–Massachusetts casino field down to two Lars Jones Latest Casino and Gambling NewsCasino proposalsLicensesMassachusetts May 15, 2015 0Crossroads Massachusetts LLC has withdrawn their bid to compete for the third and final Massachusetts gaming licence. Two heavywieghts remain...
Singapore firm seeks $1.2 billion casino resort in Myanmar Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsCasino proposalsMyanmar May 15, 2015 0On May 13th 2015, it was reported in the Myanmar Times that the Singapore firm, Zochwell Group Pte Ltd is on...
Genting Singapore first quarter profits tumble 64% Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsCasino NewsEconomy/FinanceSingapore May 15, 2015 0On the 15th May 2015, the first quarter profits for Genting Singapore have dropped 64% as VIP gaming declined and...
Las Vegas Sands willing to invest over $6 Billion in South Korea if government amends gambling laws Renee Kingsley Gaming Law & LegislationCasino proposalsSouth Korea May 15, 2015 0South Korea is on its way to becoming the second most important gambling hub in Asia with Macau being the...
Chinese authorities catch and prosecute 2nd most wanted man in China Renee Kingsley ChinaMoney LaunderingMacauFinancial FraudSingapore May 15, 2015 0Beijing has targeted Macau’s casino industry because it’s been reported to be a hotbed for corruption, money laundering and racketeering....
Two venues opening soon in Macau, table allocation not determined Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsCasino NewsCasino project updatesLicensesMacau May 14, 2015 0Galaxy Entertainment Group in Macau is set to open two greatly anticipated properties in just a couple of weeks. However, this could...
Anti-casino activists may seek recount in Brockton casino vote Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsCasino project updatesMassachusetts May 14, 2015 0Wednesday, May 13, 2014, Anti-Casino activists stated they may request a recount of the referendum that narrowly approved a casino for...
Deutsche Bank says Macau mass gamblers do not bring in as much revenue as VIP gamblers Renee Kingsley Economy/FinanceMacau May 14, 2015 0Beijing’s anti-corruption campaign against VIP gamblers in Macau over an extended period of time has been successful as these VIP...
Singapore Minister says no new licenses for gaming Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsCasino NewsLicensesSingapore May 13, 2015 0Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry Lee Yi Shyan told media there will be no new casino...
SLS Hotel & Casino Las Vegas facing protests from valet workers, Teamsters Local 986 Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsLas VegasCasino NewsLabor RelationsNevada May 13, 2015 0The union that is representing valet workers in Las Vegas is protesting against SLS Las Vegas Hotel and Casino on...
Beijing pushes for economic diversification in Macau in order to limit Western financial control Renee Kingsley Latest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationCasino NewsMacau May 13, 2015 0Beijing’s anti-corruption crackdown on Macau’s casino industry started early last year and while many expected the crackdown to stop after...
Aransas Queen Casino sails maiden voyage Lars Jones Casino openingsSports bettingTexas May 12, 2015 0After anticipation that built from the moment the former Jacks or Better casino cruise ship docked at Tarpon Bay Marina on...
Tourism experts offer testimony on Chicago casino proposal Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationCasino proposalsIllinois May 12, 2015 0Monday, May 11, 2015, Illinois state legislators listened to tourism expert testimony regarding a Chicago casino proposal. Experts stated the...
Euromat and Van Kansspelen Branche file a State Aid Complaint Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsEuropean Casino NewsLicensingFines, Lawsuits & LitigationTaxes May 12, 2015 0Euromat, the European Amusement and Gaming Federation along with Van Kansspelen Branche Organization has filed a complaint regarding state aid....
Creditors may see deals made before Caesars bankruptcy Sam Mitchell Latest Casino and Gambling NewsLas VegasCasino NewsBankruptcyNevadaNew Jersey May 11, 2015 0The bankrupt operating unit of Caesars Entertainment Corp has agreed to allow creditors to access records through an independent examiner...