Casino News
Caesars Offers Few Clues on State of Talks With Carl Icahn
Caesars Entertainment Corp. gave few clues Thursday as to the status of its talks with billionaire Carl Icahn, who has taken a large stake in the casino giant and says he wants fundamental changes in the company.
Gambling Regulators Authorize Settlement to End Wynn Lawsuit
A settlement is pending in casino mogul Steve Wynn's lawsuit seeking to block the release of Massachusetts' investigation into allegations of sexual assault against him.
NJ Online Casinos Taking Oscar Bets
The New Jersey online casinos have been granted permission to offer betting on the Oscars.
Betting Shop Critic Chuka Umunna Receives £20,000 Gift From Gambling Exec
A close ally of Ed Miliband has been accused of hypocrisy by the Tories in the United Kingdom following reports Chuka Umunn accepted a £20,000 gift from a gambling executive.
Gambling, Tobacco Lobbyists Among Biggest Spenders in Maine
New lobbying reports show that gambling, tobacco, utility and marijuana groups are among the top spenders on lobbying so far this session in Maine.
IT Security, Safe Gambling, Match-Fixing and More Headline Prague Gaming Summit 2019
”Safe Gambling” is a new term used in the industry and is a possible replacer for the notion ”responsible gambling”.
Man Claims Casino Responsible for Amputated Foot
Howard Thompson claims that the sun deck at Harrah's Casino in Philadelphia is responsible for partially cooking his foot, resulting in an amputation.
Bill Seeks to Legalize Sports Betting in Maryland
The state of Maryland is inching closer towards legalizing sports wagering.
Film Based on Phil Ivey Card Counting in the Works: 'The Baccarat Queen'
Ivanhoe Pictures, the division of SK Global that recently produced "Crazy Rich Asians, is about to start working on its latest project, a film that will delve into the 2012 accusation by Crockford’s Casino that poker pro Phil Ivey had won £7.8 million unfairly while playing a form of baccarat called punto banco.
AAF Here to Stay With MGM Investing Heavily in Betting Technology
In its first week, the Alliance of American Football (or AAF) surpassed all expectations, posting impressive ratings its first night and ranking as the most downloaded app Sunday. But the real focus will be long-term on sports gambling data and technology.
USA Sports Betting Guide - 2019
Below you will find all the latest sports betting news as it pertains to the United States. All news is in alphabetical order, including states.
Caesars Jumps on News That Icahn is Pushing for Sale
Caesars Entertainment shares rose 6 percent on news that activist shareholder Carl Icahn is pushing the company to sell.
MGM CEO: New Wire Act Interpretation 'Unenforceable'
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The chairman and chief executive officer of casino operator MGM Resorts International on Wednesday decried a U.S. Department of Justice opinion that is threatening the viability of online gambling and also blamed the recent partial government shutdown for fewer Las Vegas visitors during the Chinese New Year.
Rhode Island One Step Closer to Offering Online Sports Betting Statewide
A bill to allow mobile wagering for sports betting in Rhode Island has passed the state Senate.
Alabama Church Destroyed by Tornado Returns $25K Donation From Casino
An Alabama church damaged by a tornado is returning a $25,000 donation from a casino because it doesn't support gambling.
Advertisement Banning Trends in the European Union and the Balkans for Online Gambling
There has been a recent wave that has swept across the gambling industry and had the form of banning gambling related advertisement. This is the case in many European jurisdictions, but we are not excluding that this is a global wave. Media outlets have reported that such bans are scheduled to be included in Asia as well.
What to expect from Online Gambling in 2019
Online casinos have certainly come far since its introduction in the 90s. The growth and development was small and steady at first, and then exploded during the 2000s and early 2010s.
Indiana Considers Sports Betting in 2020
A shake-up of Indiana's gambling laws being debated could see two new casinos being built and allow legalizing sports betting to start as early as next year.
Nevada's Largest Casinos Report $1.2B Loss in Fiscal 2018
Nevada's largest casinos lost $1.2 billion during the fiscal year that ended June 30 despite seeing record revenues, bringing to an end a two-year streak of posted profits.
How to become successful at online gambling
Do you dream of hitting the jackpot and becoming financially independent? Then this is the right article for you. We list 4 ways of improving your chances of hitting it big while gambling online.
5 benefits of playing at online casinos
More and more gamblers chose to play casino games online and it’s no coincidence. There are lots of advantages to gambling online which make it an
How to become a winner at blackjack
Blackjack is a classic banking game, also known as Twenty-One. The origin of the game dates back to the 17th century which makes it one of the oldest known games in the world. Today you’ll find blackjack at practically every online casino, both classic blackjack and variations that have sprung from the original rules of the game.
Borgata to Track Down Phil Ivey
Atlantic City's Borgata Casino has been awarded the approval to go after poker pro Phil Ivey's assets in Las Vegas.
Only One Owner Profited From This Casino ....When it Was Closed
As a star-crossed Atlantic City casino changes hands yet again, only one owner has ever profited from it — the one who never had it open for even a day.
New Jersey Casinos Lose $4.6M on $34.9M in Super Bowl Bets
New Jersey gambling regulators say its sportsbooks lost $4.6 million on $34.9 million in Super Bowl wagers, the first major sporting event for bettors since sports gambling was legalized in the state last year.
Tips to Win at Slot Machines with Minimal Bets
Some players tend to question the use of very low stakes, which are seen as slow and long-term unproductive, but we must say that the trick of the minimum bet, if applied with the correct methodology, can help win good numbers on slot machines, even in a short time.
It's Official - Atlantic City Hard Rock Launches Online Sports Betting, Opens Sportsbook
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City launched its land-based and online sportsbook in New Jersey at HardRockSports.com and HardRockCasino.com (Jan. 30, 2019).
Sh***ing on Casino Magnate Sheldon Adelson ...Literally
File this under one we missed. Two weeks ago, a California man was arrested for defecating on the property of the Sands Bethlehem Casino.
FBI: No Specific Motive in Vegas Mass Shooting That Killed 58
The high-stakes gambler responsible for the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history sought notoriety in the attack but left his specific motive a mystery, the FBI said Tuesday as it concluded the investigation of the 2017 massacre that killed 58 country music fans.
Wynn Fined Over Sex Allegations
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada gambling regulators announced a settlement Monday with casino mogul Steve Wynn's former company over allegations that former executives failed on multiple occasions to investigate claims of sexual misconduct against him.
