Business/Financial
Trump Taj Mahal Files for Bankruptcy Protection
Atlantic City is reeling from the current economic crisis and the landmark of its casino strip, the Trump Taj Mahal, has filed for bankruptcy protection. It is one of three hotel casino operation
Economic Stimulus Package: What Would Jesus Do?
If Jesus had passed an economic stimulus package similar to the one President Obama has proposed, we would still be paying for it. So says 2012 Libertarian Presidential hopeful, Wayne Allyn Root.
Bernard Madoff Scammed Professional Poker Player
A professional poker player who is in the Poker Hall of Fame is among the thousands of investors who were scammed out of money by con man financial manager Bernard Madoff.
California Wants Legislation Making Online Poker Legal
California lawmakers are working to pass a measure that would legalize online poker. The state, which has been among the hardest hit by the current recession, would welcome some already existing
Las Vegas Deep Discounts Make for an Attractive Vacation Spot
It may seem illogical. Head to Vegas and spend money gambling, dining, checking out the shows. But that's what economic stimulus is all about, getting people to spend....just do so wisely. Du
PartyGaming Sees 4th Quarter Results Sluggish
(Reuters) - Online gaming firm PartyGaming (PRTY.L) said on Friday it expects full-year earnings to beat forecasts even as the strong dollar impacted fourth quarter revenue, which fell 18 percent a
Bad Beat Poker Jackpots Winning Big in Bad Economy
It turns out that in online poker winning really isn't everything.
Wells Fargo Cancels Trip to Vegas
After intense pressure in the media, Wells Fargo Bank has decided to cancel a highly publicized trip next month to Las Vegas for employees as part of a gambling excursion. Many charged the financ
Rising Poker Star Joins LA Times Business Staff
He finished in 60th place at the World Series of Poker last summer and came in 4th place in September's California State Poker Championship. Stuart Pfeifer may not be a big
2009 Super Bowl Betting Not Hurt by Financial Crisis
Slightly more money was brought in on this year's multi-million dollar Super Bowl ad spots than last year, the parties are still taking place and of course 2009 Super Bowl betting will go on as it
Betting Market Asks: Davos World Economic Forum Matter?
As business and political moguls hobnob at the five-day Davos junket we will measure whether many of those who presided over blunders in business
Hilton Las Vegas Hopes Super Bowl Betting Boosts Economy
Hilton sports book executive director Jay Kornegay told the Las Vegas Sun that there are more than 300 such wagers on the Hilton's sheets this year.
U.S. Economy: States Can Ill Afford to Lose Their Lotteries
In this time of serious economic crisis in the U.S.
Playboy Problems Not Stopping With Online Poker Room
The closure of Playboy's online poker room last week appears to be just the tip of the iceberg.
The famed company warned investors that it will take a write-down of goodwill and other charges amounting to more than $100 million, resulting in a net loss for Q4. The magazine publisher also expects a $4 million charge on cost-reduction initiatives, which will include an unspecified number of job cuts. The company will also fold its New York office according to reports.
"Who knew sex was a bad business to be in?" asks Belinda Luscombe of Time Magazine.
Las Vegas Sands Corp a Strong Buy
The economy is struggling and Las Vegas we learn is not immune, nor is the Las Vegas Sands Corp, one of the world's largest casino ventures. But with its recent capital infusion and prospects for
UBS Closes All Offshore Accounts of U.S. Clients
ZURICH (Reuters) - Swiss wealth manager UBS AG (UBSN.VX) (UBS.N) is closing all the offshore accounts of its U.S. clients, the bank said on Friday, as it comes under pressure from U.S.
Porn and Other Sin Industries Want Government Bailouts
Sex sells especially in an economic downturn, Sarah Estrella of the Examiner writes.
JetBlue Begins Flights to Costa Rica
The online gambling rich nation of Costa Rica will soon be able to enjoy the JetBlue experience. The Central American nation is the largest employer in the North American Internet gambling sector
Tel Aviv Online Gambling Firms Thrive During Economic Woes
Casino Affiliate Convention organizer, Marc Lesnick, says the Tel Aviv online gambling scene is thriving despite a troubled economy.
Sportingbet Trading in Line Since First Quarter
LONDON, Dec 12 (Reuters) - Online sports betting company Sportingbet (SBT.L: Quote,
Hamdemonium Betting This Christmas Time?
It sounds like a storyline from the movie "Aporkalypse Now' as hamdemonium continues to spread across the Irish food industry.
Bookie Offers Odds on Aer Lingus Ryanair Shares
The odds of the Irish government selling its shares in flagship carrier, Aer Lingus, to one of Europe's biggest low fare airlines, Ryanair, were set at 5-2 at
Gamblers Go Heavy On Dow Closing Much Higher Following Citi Group News
Gamblers at online prediction market intrade.com were betting heavily that the Dow would close more than 25 points higher than Friday's close following news th
Downey Bank Finally Goes Down For The Count: Who’s Next?
So far the online prediction markets have been fairly accurate in their offering related to the next bank closure.
Think AIG is Bad? HBOS Bank Execs Caught in Sordid Drug Fueled Orgy
American is outraged these days by the antics of AIG Insurance, accused of spending parts of their government bailout on expensive junkets and God only knows what else. But compared with the exec
Las Vegas Sands Plunges on Default, Bankruptcy Risk
Nov. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Las Vegas Sands Corp., billionaire Sheldon Adelson's casino company, plunged in New York trading after saying it may default on debt and face bankruptcy.
The casino owner, which had $8.8 billion in long-term debt at the end of June, said in a regulatory filing today that it probably won't meet the requirements of some loans unless it cuts spending on development projects, boosts earnings at its Las Vegas Strip casinos and raises more capital.
Ron Paul On The Economy And Why The Bailout Was Bad Idea
Gambling911.com Senior Correspondent, Jenny Woo, had a chance to sit down with Republican Congressman, Ron Paul, to discuss his efforts in trying to legalize online gambling. But Dr.
Australia Bookies Not Hurt Yet By Sagging Economy
THE global economic crisis is not preventing Australian punters from having a flutter on the country's biggest horse race, the Melbourne Cup, according to bookmakers who spoke with the Australian n
The Bet That Blew Up Wall Street
(CBS) The world's financial system teetered on the edge again last week, and anyone with more than a passing interest in their shrinking 401(k) knows it's because of a global credit crisis.
Financial Gamblers Torn Between DOW Close on Thursday
Slightly more than half of those betting at the online financial prediction market, intrade.com say the DOW will close lower than it did on Wednesday.