From MGM Grand to the Venetian, we have the details on seven Las Vegas hotel expansions, all designed to elevate the guest experience. And adding to the excitement there are four new luxury resorts in the works, with plans to arrive in Sin City over the next few years. [embedded content] Las Vegas is always
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Virginia’s three land-based casinos reported $72.3 million in total gaming revenue for January 2025, marking a 36% increase from the $52.8 million recorded in January 2024, according to the latest Virginia Lottery report. Each casino saw a year-over-year increase in adjusted gaming revenue (AGR), with Caesars Virginia in Danville leading the market following its first full month at its permanent location. The
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A ransomware attack disrupted operations at casinos and government services operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians in Michigan, with the cybercriminal group RansomHub claiming responsibility. The attack, which occurred on Feb. 9, reportedly locked critical systems and resulted in the theft of 119 GB of data (501,211 files), according to a
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As Hong Kong officials gather public input on the upcoming budget, discussions on expanding the scope of legal betting have resurfaced, with renewed calls to permit basketball wagering through the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC). Legislator Ronick Chan Chun-ying has once again proposed that the government consider allowing basketball betting, arguing that such a move could increase tax
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The New Jersey Legislature is reviewing a bill that would expand betting opportunities in competitive video gaming, allowing players to wager on themselves or their teams while creating additional betting outlets, or “skins,” dedicated to esports. A key provision of the bill would allow competitors to place bets on their own performance or that of their team,
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Churchill Downs, the iconic Louisville racetrack known for the Kentucky Derby, has announced the closure of its in-person sportsbook operations, pivoting away from retail betting in the face of overwhelming mobile wagering trends. Darren Rogers, spokesperson for Churchill Downs, stated that the decision was driven by the negligible share of in-person betting in overall sports wagering volumes. “With
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Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments (APSI), a Catalist-listed company, has entered into two significant agreements with the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste government to kickstart substantial economic ventures in the region. On February 8, 2025, the firm signed cooperation agreements with the vice prime minister, coordinating minister for economic affairs and minister of tourism and environment of the
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With the latest edition of Regulating the Game fast approaching, to take place from March 10 to 13 at the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour in Sydney (Australia), Yogonet caught up with Paul Newson, Principal at Vanguard Overwatch, to learn more about this year’s conference highlights and why RtG is “THE event for anyone serious about
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In an ambitious move to carve out a significant niche in the global gaming market, Thailand has introduced stringent entry criteria for local residents wishing to access its upcoming casinos. Under new draft regulations released by the Office of the Council of State, Thai nationals are required to hold at least 50 million baht ($1.5 million) in fixed deposits for a minimum
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