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By Kevin Parker

Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Welcomes Gambling to Texas

Since rumors began to swirl that Texas may introduce sports betting and casino options, the response from sports franchises has been one of strong positivism. Introducing sports betting to the Lone Star State would mean curbing offshore gambling and providing a boost to the economy through new taxes and jobs.  Yet, it’s not just sports […]

By Kevin Parker

YouTube Suspends Gambling Advertisement

YouTube is bolstering its efforts to clamp down on harmful content, and advertisements related to gambling, alcohol, politics, or “prescription drug terms” will no longer be viable for the video content platform’s ad slot. According to Google, which owns YouTube, this decision will help improve the overall customer experience and lead to higher customer satisfaction. The […]

By Kevin Parker

Wynn Resorts Agrees to $5.6m Settlement with Dealers

Wynn Resorts Ltd. has agreed to pay $5.6 million to 1,000 current, and former dealers who have been working at Wynn Las Vegas and Encore, court documents seen by the Las Vegas Review-Journal have revealed.  Based on a ruling signed by US District Judge Andrew Gordon,: “the court [found] the proposed settlement is a fair […]

By Kevin Parker

The Pokagon Band Sign Class III Gaming Compact in Indiana

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians completed negotiations with the state of Indiana to introduce Class III gaming activities at the Four Winds Casino in South Bend. First Compact in Indiana Tribal Chairman Matthew Wesaw and Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the historical tribal-state compact, to allow the tribe based in southwestern Michigan and northeastern Indiana […]

By Kevin Parker

Gambling in Alabama May Bring $700 Million, New Study Says

According to a report by a study group assembled by Governor Kay Ivey, expanded gambling in Alabama would bring more than $700 million for the state If the state legalizes sports betting, casinos, and lottery, the expected potential is between $510 million to $710 million annually Considering that there is no dedicated gambling entity, it […]

By Kevin Parker

Nevada Casinos Post Strongest Results since March

Casinos in Nevada may finally feel a bit of relief after the September numbers from the Nevada Gaming Control Board have revealed a positive trend. The Silver State had its strongest month to date in September since the COVID disruption began back in mid-March, forcing the hand of all gaming giants. The novel coronavirus bit […]

By Kevin Parker

GOP Accepts Steve Wynn Money despite 2018 Scandal

A new report by the National Public Radio has revealed that Steve Wynn, the former chair and CEO of Wynn Resorts, has been actively supporting the Republican reelection efforts throughout 2020. According to NPR, Mr. Wynn has already spent over $6 million in donations primarily on PACs and organizations linked to Senator Mitch McConnell and […]

By Samantha Browne

New York Casinos Finally Reopen after Six-Month Hiatus

New York City malls and New York casinos have been granted clearance to restart operations, effective on Wednesday, September 9. All indoor properties will have to use enhanced cleaning and sanitation protocols, as well as air filtration systems. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has tasked New York City mayor Bill de Blasio with working out […]

By Kevin Parker

US Casinos Begin Reopening

This week marked the beginning of returning back to normal. With casinos across the United States either reopening or announcing plans and dates to restart business, a lot has happened in the past five days. We cover the events from May 24 through May 29. Chickasaw Nation Restarted Operation on Wednesday The Chickasaw Nation Casino […]

By Kevin Parker

Casino Reopening Takes Focus in the US

Waking up the casino and hospitality industry in the United States is this week’s main topic, with businesses trying to reopen amid the still developing COVID-19 outbreak. Caesars Reveals Names of Properties to Reopen First in The Strip Caesars Entertainment announced on Thursday, May 21, that the company is prepared to restart operations in the […]