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Mike Johnson
Lead EditorMike made his mark on the industry at a young age as a consultant to companies that would grow to become regulators. Now he dedicates his weekdays to his new project a the lead editor of GamblingNews.com, aiming to educate the masses on the latest developments in the gambling circuit.
Business
October 24, 2019
Crown Culture of Secrecy Continues as Boss Dismisses Criminal Link
Crown’s VIP revenue falls by 46% John Alexander calls allegations preposterous Lawrence Ho is now part of the board but yet not cleared by regulators On the annual general meeting, Crown Casino failed to address allegations about criminal links while the VIP revenue plummeted by 46%. Crown Casino VIP Segment Drops, Investigations Continue Amid falling […]
Legal
October 21, 2019
Japan Reveals Date for Casino Management Commission
Japan sets up the Casino Management Commission Five officials to be appointed and given a five-year term Brands shift interest out of Osaka and closer to Tokyo/Yokohama Japan has announced date for the instauration of the Casino Management Commission that will oversee the arrival of the first integrated resort (IR) project in the country. Japan […]
Industry
October 19, 2019
Microgaming Launches 9 Masks of Fire Slot
Gameburger Studios and Microgaming have released 9 Masks of Fire slot, a game title with 96.24% RTP and 30 free spins. Microgaming Release 9 Masks of Fire Microgaming has released 9 Masks of Fire slot, a fresh Africa-themed slot hat will take you into tribal lands in search of fiery masks that bring different wins […]
Casino
October 17, 2019
MGM Seals Major Deals for Bellagio, Circus Circus Las Vegas
MGM sells Bellagio and rents it back from a joint-venture with Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust Bellagio deal helps execute the company’s asset-high strategy Flexibility remains chief priority for MGM as the company relieves itself of debt MGM sells both the Las Vegas Bellagio and Circus Circus Las Vegas casinos in a bid to boost […]
Sports
October 16, 2019
New Jersey Posts Record-High $38m for September
DGE announces strongest sports betting month in NJ State operators achieve over 50% growth Borgata and Caesars lose 40%-61% of revenue YOY The State of New Jersey has posted its strongest month yet with sportsbooks generating $37.9 million in total revenue in September 2019. New Jersey Posts Strong Revenue for Betting in September New Jersey […]
Business
October 14, 2019
Eldorado, Caesars Set Up Date for Shareholders Meetings
Eldorado to buy Caesars for $8.5bn in cash and stock The company will also assume $8.8bn in debt from Caesars November 15 shareholder meeting to determine the successful outcome of the deal Caesars and Eldorado’s shareholders will meet on November 15 and vote on whether to approve a proposed $8.5bn acquisition. Eldorado and Caesars’ Shareholders […]
Legal
October 12, 2019
IN Purdue University Slaps Ban on College Sports Betting
Blanket policy bans all Purdue members from betting on college sports The measure focuses on Purdue teams’ games, not general betting Indiana’s sports betting handle hits a record first-month high in the meantime Students, faculty and trustees are among the parties who won’t be able to legally place a wager on a Purdue University teams’ […]
Casino
October 10, 2019
Yggdrail Launches Lilith’s Inferno with AvatarUX
Yggdrasil launches the latest game in its portfolio – Lilith’s Inferno AvatarUX Studios collaborates on the project Lilith’s Inferno introduces innovative gaming features Lilith’s Inferno™ is now available to Yggdrasil fans. The game has been developed with AvatarUX Studios and offers innovative graphics and gamification features. Yggdrasil Launches Lilith’s Inferno Innovative casino game-maker Yggdrasil has […]
Esports
October 8, 2019
The NHS to Treat Video Game Addiction
After gambling addiction, the NHS is addressing video game disorders The NHS will work with individuals as young as 13 Esports may have contributed to gaming addiction, although it’s unlikely. Treatments for video game addiction in the UK will now begin, the NHS has announced. Individuals as young as 13 may call via Skype and […]
Casino
October 7, 2019
Haven Gaming to Build Danville Casino in IL
Haven Gaming LLC feeling strong about a Danville casino project The Midwest lacks a high-quality casino resort, the company believes Gambling demand grows despite falling results Haven Gaming LLC is pushing boldly ahead with a new elite casino resort in Danville. The company hopes to establish a new elite casino resort in the area. […]