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November 19, 2020
Golden Nugget Online Gaming Secures Market Entry in Illinois
The online arm of Golden Nugget announced today it entered into a definitive agreement with Danville Development to ensure market access for online sports wagering and, when legalized, iGaming in Illinois. New Golden Nugget Casino The agreement struck between Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG) and Danville Development, a joint venture company between Wilmot, a subsidiary […]
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November 19, 2020
Wind Creek Bethlehem Opens Betfred Powered Sportsbook
Wind Creek Bethlehem and Betfred announced the opening of a new sportsbook. Powered by Betfred, the sportsbook features two state-of-the-art video walls, multiple TVs, self-service betting kiosks as well as sports pub. Undoubtedly the new venue brings an exciting betting experience for visitors of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Wind Creek Bethlehem Opens Sportsbook Wind Creek Hospitality together […]
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November 19, 2020
Bally’s to Buy Bet.Works, Launches Interactive Division
Bally’s Corp. launches two new divisions and takes aim at multi-channel experiences online, bringing sports betting and iGaming to the fore. Bet.Works to Help Bally’s with Interactive Division Formerly known as Twin Rivers, Rhode Island-based Bally’s Corp. has agreed to pay $125 million to acquire Bet.Works, a sports betting solutions provider, which already powers sports […]
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November 18, 2020
Del Lago Lays Off 50 Employees After NY Governor Issues Covid-19 Restrictions
Del Lago said it will lay off 50 employees, as NY Governor Andrew Cuomo announced additional Covid-19 restrictions last week, which included a reduction in operating hours for casinos. Casinos Reduce Operating Hours The del Lago Resort & Casino has laid off 50 employees, following Governor Andrew Cuomo’s announcement of new Covid-19 restrictions last week. […]
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November 18, 2020
MGM Growth Properties Offers Senior Unsecured Notes for $750M
MGM Growth Properties is looking to raise $750 million of senior unsecured notes, priced at 3.875% and due 2029 at par, the real estate trust announced Tuesday. The offering which was upsized by $250 million from the initial $500 million, is expected to close November 19, subject to customary closing conditions. MGM Resorts’ Redemption Right […]
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November 18, 2020
Illinois Governor Shuts Down Casinos As Covid-19 Case Rate Spikes
The Governor of Illinois said on Tuesday that all indoor entertainment venues will close down starting Friday, as the number of coronavirus cases averages nearly 12,500 per day. Casinos Will Close For Three Weeks Illinois riverboat casinos will close due to a surge in the number of coronavirus cases, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced Tuesday in […]
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November 18, 2020
Resorts World Las Vegas Looks to Hire 6,000 Workers
Resorts World Las Vegas revealed that it seeks to hire some 6,000 workers for its resort which is planned to open next year. The company accepts job applications for multiple positions from entry-level positions to managerial level positions. Resorts World Accepts Job Applications In a statement released this Monday, Resorts World Las Vegas announced that […]
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November 17, 2020
Scientific Games Inks New Five-Year Contract with Mass Lottery
The Massachusetts Lottery and Scientific Games inked a new five-year contract. Under the contract, SG will provide instant lottery games for the Mass Lottery. The new contract marks five decades of a successful partnership between the two entities. SG Enters Five Decades of Supplying Mass Lottery with Instant Games The gambling and sports betting technology […]
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November 17, 2020
Will Betfred’s Fred Done Approve Caesars’ Takeover of William Hill?
Betfred owner Fred Done will most likely give his approval for the upcoming Caesars’ takeover of William Hill’s US operations, The Standard has reported. Done Expected to Give His ‘Aye’ During Shareholder Meeting This Week Fred Done, Betfred’s owner, is tipped to say yes in the pending £2.9 billion acquisition of William Hill by Caesars […]
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November 17, 2020
Evolution Receives CMA Approval in the UK for NetEnt Deal
Evolution is a step closer to the takeover of NetEnt after the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) gave the deal a final approval. CMA Approves Evolution’s Bid for NetEnt Takeover The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the UK’s watchdog responsible for fighting anti-competitive activities in the country, has approved Evolution’s purchase of NetEnt in […]