Rocky Mount in North Carolina could potentially become the host city of a land-based casino as Republican leaders of the General Assembly work on plans to expand gambling in the state, potentially leading to four new gambling properties across NC. Meanwhile, citizens are weighing in on the impacts casino gambling could have. Legislative leaders are working
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Seasoned hospitality industry executive Cliff Atkinson is set to take over as the president of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The resort casino announced the appointment Wednesday, and Atkinson will officially assume his role next Monday. Atkinson supplants Richard Bosworth of ownership group JC Hospitality as the property’s top official. Bosworth stepped down on March 31,
Las Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn is set to pay $10 million to end his ongoing fight over claims of sexual misconduct. His extended legal conflict with Nevada gambling regulators, which revolves around claims of workplace misconduct, is expected to end today, Thursday, July 27, with a settlement calling for him to pay the millionaire
Casinos lose about $5 billion annually due to outdated Casino Management System (CMS) enrollment methods, a new study from casino loyalty and technology developer Acres Manufacturing Company says. The findings are part of a new position paper Acres released as part of its ongoing series exploring the state of casino loyalty tech. The position paper
The landscape of the iGaming industry is continuously evolving, and with recent changes to the Curacao licensing regime, operators are seeking alternative options to establish their online gambling ventures. One name that has been gaining significant traction is the Anjouan iGaming license, says Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore. With increased interest in setting up online gambling
US sports betting giant FanDuel has announced it appointed Alison Kutler as the company’s Vice President, Sustainability & Responsible Gaming. Under her new role, Kutler will be responsible for accelerating FanDuel’s responsible gaming (RG) and sustainability strategy, “reflecting the company’s continued emphasis on building a best-in-class customer protection framework.” Kutler will lead the company’s RG organization
Oklahoma Republican attorney general Gentner Drummond has accused Governor Kevin Stitt of failing to follow state law and said that he is stepping into a long-running legal dispute over tribal gambling agreements Stitt signed three years ago. Drummond said that he is joining the lawsuit to represent the state’s interest at the request of House Speaker
UK trade body Betting and Gaming Council has welcomed the new rules announced by the Government to crack down on illegal ads online, including gambling adverts, aimed to better protect young people from harm. Under the new measures, unveiled by Department of Culture, Media and Sports Minister Sir John Whittingdale MP, social media platforms and
Most people were a bit upset when they announced that the Mirage change to Hard Rock would mean an end to the popular volcano attraction. The tension only grew when they learned that the iconic volcano would make way for the guitar shaped hotel that Hard Rock is famous for. Now things have gotten a
Online gambling heavyweight Kindred Group has posted total revenue of GBP 307.3 million ($396.9 million) for the second quarter of the year, up 29% from the same period last year. However, taking away the earnings made from the Dutch market, the operator recorded a 1% increase, as the Netherlands played an important role in Q2
PlayUp Sportsbook has been ordered to halt all wagering activity in New Jersey by the state’s Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). The regulatory body is currently investigating issues surrounding tax payments made by the embattled sportsbook. The Australian operator has now decided to pause an AUD 10 million capital raise until it can sell its
iGaming company Uplatform presented its products and solutions at iGB Live!In Amsterdam, which took place earlier this month, from July 11th to July 14th. The platform provider reflected on the showcase, stating that it “stood out with its groundbreaking solutions, captivating attendees and leaving them yearning for more.” The company showcased its latest novelties to
EGT Digital has made its debut partnership in Asia with Armenian operator Goodwin, with the Bulgarian firm set to provide its slots in the country. The company’s online titles are now live in Armenia, available to players on the betting site of the local brand. The slots currently made available to players in the region
Sports betting exchange BetDEX Exchange has obtained a sports betting license in Ireland. The platform, developed by former FanDuel founders and early employees, believes the milestone could mark a significant step forward in integrating blockchain technology into the traditional gambling industry. The license, effective as of July 1, fully approves the BetDEX Exchange to offer
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has fined all three land-based casinos in the state for taking illegal bets on state college sports at their sportsbooks, ordering a cumulative fine of $50,000 for violations that occurred in February. The cases date back to basketball games in early February, days after the launch of in-person sports betting at
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has extended its partnership with Argentinian operator bplay, now set to also encompass the province of Mendoza. Following agreements between the two parties across Argentina in the Buenos Aires, Santa Fe and Entre Rios provinces, and Buenos Aires City, this latest deal sees Pragmatic Play’s Slots, Live Casino and Virtual Sports offerings integrated
Casino entertainment company Century Casinos announced Tuesday that it has successfully completed its acquisition of the operations of Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Maryland from Golden Entertainment for a sum of $56.1 million. Concurrently, an affiliate of VICI Properties acquired the land and building associated with Rocky Gap for approximately $203.9 million, while Century Casinos amended
Sports betting company Fanatics Betting and Gaming announced Tuesday upcoming plans to open a retail sportsbook location in partnership with National Hockey League team Columbus Blue Jackets, adjacent to Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. It is scheduled to open its doors at the end of August. As per Fanatics, the newly designed retail sportsbook will be over
Cardroom operators in Washington State celebrated a victory last week as the Gambling Commission voted 3-2 to raise the wager limit to $400, a $100 boost and the first increase in 14 years. Cardrooms argue the new provision will allow them to offer an enhanced experience for their customers, but state tribes oppose the move.
iGaming software and business solutions provider Slotegrator has announced a new partnership with studio Rival Powered. As a result of the deal, more than 170 games from Rival Powered are now available via Slotegrator’s APIgrator in a single session. “Rival Powered is a highly-experienced studio with an outstanding portfolio of games,” said Slotegrator of its