MGM Resorts CEO meets with officials in Atlanta and reaffirms commitment to build $1 billion casino resort Renee Kingsley Latest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationCasino proposalsGeorgia October 6, 2016 1MGM Resorts announced earlier this week that it would open its $1.4 billion MGM National Harbor casino in Maryland on...
Hollywood Casino Jamul to open near San Diego on October 10 Lars Jones Latest Casino and Gambling NewsTribal GamingCasino openingsGaming Industry NewsCasino project updatesCalifornia October 5, 2016 0In a highly anticipated announcement, today Penn National Gaming revealed the opening date for the Jamul Indian Village of California’s Hollywood...
Arkansas casino referendum in jeopardy following “special master” report Adam Morgan ArkansasLatest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationFines, Lawsuits & Litigation October 5, 2016 0The effort to bring casinos to three counties in Arkansas could be in jeopardy after an official appointed by the...
Pennsylvania High Court says it is not mandatory for casinos to make payments to host communities Renee Kingsley Latest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationTaxationPennsylvania September 30, 2016 0Pennsylvania’s casino industry not only generates a significant amount of revenue in the form of gambling taxes for the state...
Macau junket operator reports steep decline in rolling chip turnover Martin Chua Latest Casino and Gambling NewsEconomy/FinanceMacau September 23, 2016 0After closing its high-roller operations at the Sands Cotai Central, the StarWorld Casino And Hotel Resort and the Galaxy Macau...
Pair of losing Maryland Lottery bidders crying foul: Updated Adam Morgan Latest Casino and Gambling NewsLotteryMaryland September 21, 2016 0Two firms that lost out on the contract to provide the computer network behind the Maryland Lottery could soon lodge...
Atlantic City casino Ten moves forward in wake of Revel Renee Kingsley Latest Casino and Gambling NewsCasino openingsCasino project updatesNew Jersey September 21, 2016 0In Atlantic City Tuesday, the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority approved site plans for the new TEN casino resort to occupy premises...
Soft approach from government on development of non-gaming tourist industry Martin Chua Latest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationCasino NewsMacau September 20, 2016 0The government of Macau has revealed that it only intends to present general guidelines for the development of the enclave’s...
Texas tribe launches charm offensive in the face of threatened closure Adam Morgan Latest Casino and Gambling NewsTribal GamingFines, Lawsuits & LitigationTexas September 20, 2016 0In the face of an ongoing challenge to the legality of its Naskila Gaming venue in Texas, the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Of...
Wynn Resorts Limited declares opposition to Question One Adam Morgan Latest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationCasino NewsMassachusetts September 19, 2016 0American casino operator Wynn Resorts Limited has voiced its opposition to a proposal that could see voters in the state...
The Star Sydney plans six-star hotel addition Adam Morgan Latest Casino and Gambling NewsAustraliaNew Hotels September 16, 2016 0In Australia, casino operator The Star Entertainment Group Limited has announced that its ongoing renovation of The Star Sydney is...
Arkansas racetracks helping to fund anti-casino campaign Adam Morgan ArkansasLatest Casino and Gambling NewsTribal GamingCasino proposalsFines, Lawsuits & Litigation September 16, 2016 0The effort to bring casinos to three counties in Arkansas is reportedly being opposed to the tune of more than...
The BiG Africa 2016 speaker list grows larger and more impressive Lars Jones Latest Casino and Gambling NewsSouth AfricaConferences / Trade ShowsAfrican Casino News September 15, 2016 0September 15, 2016 – Hong Kong – South Africa Excitement grows as BiG Africa 2016 signs Robin Le Prevost to...
Strong anti-money laundering message sent to casinos and financial institutions Adam Morgan Latest Casino and Gambling NewsMoney LaunderingNevada September 15, 2016 2Representatives from the United States Department Of Justice and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) used the recent National AML...
Arizona state’s attorney deliberately destroys records of meetings with rival tribes Lars Jones Latest Casino and Gambling NewsGaming Law & LegislationTribal GamingUnsavory reportsArizonaFines, Lawsuits & Litigation September 15, 2016 0Arizona Assistant State Attorney General Roger Banan has testified under oath that he deliberately destroyed notes resulting from meetings related...