Entain’s Nevada licence has been granted by the Silver State’s Gaming Commission (NGC) after the board voted unanimously to fully embrace the gaming giant. The licence itself is unconditional, which was given the green light on May 1. A fortnight after, the licence was then issued after a second hearing from Entain’s senior hierarchy. Those …
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Las Vegas coin-operated slots may be something of a rarity in the modern age. However, there are a number of casinos in Sin City that still use them. Admittedly, the younger generation may not be as passionate about them as the older generation. However, there is a real buzz and excitement about playing slots the …
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The “Drake Curse” struck again on Saturday (May 18) as the Canadian rapper lost a reported $565,000 after Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury. Drake wagered the six-figure sum on Fury to get the better of Usyk in the heavyweight boxing clash in Saudi Arabia. However, “The Cat” won by split decision to become the first …
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Star Entertainment Group has confirmed interest from several parties regarding a takeover bid, including the Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos. The cash-strapped Australian gambling company said on Monday (May 20) that they had received a number of “unsolicited, preliminary and non-binding” approaches. Reports of the US-based casino operator’s interest sent share prices soaring approximately 20% …
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Harrah’s Columbus, NE Racing & Casino – Caesars Entertainment’s first land-based venture in Nebraska – celebrated its grand opening this weekend. Friday’s opening (May 17) featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, commemorative Harrah’s t-shirt giveaways and more. Caesars’ Don Ostert, Todd Connelly and Tom Jackson were all in attendance to perform the cutting of the ribbon. Consequently, …
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The Coney Island casino, retail and leisure proposal has been unveiled by Manhattan-based investor and developer Thor Equities. It is estimated the entire project will cost approximately $3Billion and will be called The Coney. The proposal includes 70,000-sq.ft. of retail and at least a dozen restaurants. Furthermore, there will be a 500-room hotel, a 92,000-sq.ft. …
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Atlantic City casinos gross gaming tax revenue generated $467Million in 2023, according to the latest industry report. The figure is up 12% when compared to the previous record which was set in 2006, confirmed Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism (LIGHT). Atlantic City casino operators reported $3.32bn in net revenue for last …
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A potential Atlantic City casino smoking ban has been left in the hands of a judge, according to reports. Workers in the nine Atlantic City land-based venues have become increasingly frustrated with having to breath in secondhand smoke. They also went on to cite how the casinos are a “poisonous” atmosphere to work in. Illnesses …
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Maine’s sports betting handle reached $38.8Million in April 2024, according to the latest report from the state’s Gambling Control Unit. Compared to March 2024, this figure was down 19.5%. In total, bettors wagered $47.6m last month. Maine’s Gambling Control Unit also confirmed that overall revenue increased by an impressive 51.9% in April 2024. The monetary …
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Massachusetts online sports betting revenue generated $49.9Million in April 2024, the Bay State’s Gaming Commission confirmed. Massachusetts Online Sports Betting Revenue Year-on-year, that figure was down 15.7%. However, the revenue was an increase of 8.5% compared to March 2024 – which was $45.5m. Last month’s online wagering revenue came from a total handle of $591.5m. …
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