Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday August 22, 2019.
Casino News
Huge Slots Win at Seminole Hard Rock, Killer $3 Parlay Hits at BetOnline
It was a big win in recent days for a pair of lucky gamblers who risked little, one online and another on site.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/06/2019
Slovakian Gambling Market Analysis With WH Partners and Playtech
Slovakia will follow new gambling rules after the parliament overrode the president’s veto and adopted the new law on gambling. A total of 86 deputies voted for the change, supported by some opposition MPs also.
Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/06/2019
Massive Brawls Break Out at Two U.S. Casinos Caught on Video
Two huge casino brawls broke out this past weekened; one at the Talking Stick Resort in Scotsdale, AZ, the other at the Orleans Casino in Las Vegas.
Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/06/2019
Review of the Bingo Market 2018: TV overtakes digital, and a renewed interest in sign-up offers
The experts at WhichBingo have just released their annual bingo industry market report, covering the year 2018.
Submitted by Payton on, Mar/06/2019
Owner Cancels Sale of Former Atlantic Club Casino
The owner of the former Atlantic Club Casino Hotel in New Jersey has canceled a notice to sell the closed property to a Philadelphia-based company.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/05/2019
In Play Betting, Prop Bets Not in the Cards for Future Florida Sportsbooks
Legislators are discussing the prospects of allowing sports betting in the state of Florida, but the final product is likely to be limited.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/05/2019
Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Returns to Hollywood, Fla. Beginning April 4
Poker action returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. with the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown kicking off on Thursday, April 4.
Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/04/2019
These States Unlikely to Legalize Sports Betting Any Time Soon
A recent 50-state review of sports betting found that California, Florida and Texas are not likely to offer sportsbooks any time soon.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/03/2019
Sheldon Adelson has Cancer
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Casino magnate and GOP donor Sheldon Adelson has cancer and has not been at his company’s offices in Las Vegas since around Christmas Day.
Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/01/2019
Nevada Gambling Revenue Decreases 3 Percent in January
State regulators say Nevada gambling revenue decreased 3 percent in January from the same time last year.
Submitted by Guest on, Feb/28/2019
Starburst - King of Slots
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Submitted by Payton on, Feb/28/2019
Best Casinos to Check Out in Las Vegas
If you are heading to the bright lights of Las Vegas prepare to be slightly overwhelmed as there is just so much going on and so much to see. There is a definite Las Vegas buzz that you will not experience anywhere else, and one of the main reasons people visit is to check out the mass of casinos that have made this such a famous destination. It can be hard to know where to start so here are some of the best casinos for you to check out.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/28/2019
Trustee: Ocean Resort Casino Improving Finances, Performance
The man overseeing Atlantic City's Ocean Resort Casino until new owners take over says the property is re-stocked with cash and is already starting to turn around its performance.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/28/2019
Pro Bowler Pacman Jones Arrested at Casino
Former Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has been arrested and jailed after an incident at a southeastern Indiana casino.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/27/2019
John Brennan: Former Mets Manager Looks to Get Into CT Sports Betting
Approaching 8 pm EST and that hearing on sports betting is still going on in Connecticut, ten hours long thus far.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/26/2019
William Hill Seeks Lead Ad Agency in U.S.
One of the world's largest bookmakers, William Hill, is in the hunt for a top ad agency for its U.S.A. brands.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/26/2019
5 Tricks that Will Make You Better an Online Gambling in 2019
2018 was a good year of gambling for you. You had some good wins and not-so-bad losses, but most of all, you had a lot of fun placing your bets, playing the slots and even trying out card games to expand your gambling portfolio.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/26/2019
Online Casino Review – Royal Vegas
Established almost 2 decades ago, at the turn of the millennium, Royal Vegas online casino has evolved greatly over a period of time, becoming a name to reckon with in the world of Internet-based casinos. It stands out amongst the great multitude of online casino establishments owing to the variety of games it offers, 600 of them, making itself a sort of industry leader.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/26/2019
Why Do People Play Online Casino Games?
Online casino games have undoubtedly conquered a huge part of the entertainment and leisure sector. There are many types of them and each has numerous groups of fans. Almost every person has tried playing online casino games at least at one point in their lives and there are millions who play daily and monthly. What is it that attracts them, though? There are four top motivations explaining this trend.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/26/2019
Gambling in Czechia - Note on the 3 years of activity at Prague Gaming Summit 3
Industry media has reported that the land-based gambling industry in Czechia is soaring and just recently the Finance Minister, Alena Schillerová, has declared victory in the battle to restrict, monitor – and collect taxes from – casinos and gaming machine bars.
Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/26/2019
Caesars, Draftkings Ink Multi-State Sports Betting Deal
Caesars Entertainment and DraftKings have reached a deal to grant DraftKings access to Caesars’ markets in several states.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/25/2019
Roulette Strategies you should know about in 2019
Roulette is one of the most loved games in the casino world. Visit any land-based casino today and observe where most people will be located. If they aren’t having fun with poker, they will be playing roulette. Fortunately, you can also play the game online.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/25/2019
Connecticut to Hold Sports Betting Hearing Today February 26
There was lots of interest in betting sports at Connecticut's famed Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos following news that a hearing on the topic is set to take place at 10 am this coming Tuesday.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/23/2019
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.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/22/2019
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.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/20/2019
NJ Online Casinos Taking Oscar Bets
The New Jersey online casinos have been granted permission to offer betting on the Oscars.
Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Feb/20/2019
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.
Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/20/2019
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.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/20/2019
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”.
Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/18/2019
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.
Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/17/2019
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