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June 15, 2021
New Jersey Identity Thief Arrested in Police Sting
Law enforcement authorities in New Jersey announced a major arrest in an identity theft case in the iGaming industry. Casey Ennis was arrested after a 17-month investigation by New Jersey authorities into ongoing allegations of multiple cases of identity theft. New Jersey police claim Ennis stole more than 1,800 accounts on multiple online gaming sites within the […]
Casino
June 14, 2021
Hard Rock International Adds Messi as Brand Ambassador
Ahead of its 50th anniversary, Hard Rock International has signed Barcelona forward Lionel Messi as its brand ambassador. Messi to Boost Hard Rock International Popularity Known for its customer-focused attitude, Hard Rock International has expanded its list of stars signing up with a new soccer legend to boost awareness and promote its IP. The renowned land-based casino operator […]
Casino
June 14, 2021
Penn National Ready to Bring Barstool Sportsbook to a Pennsylvania Casino
Pennsylvania’s sports gambling market has been relatively successful, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and Penn National Gaming is going to make sure it gets a significant piece of the action. The gaming operator is bringing a physical Barstool Sportsbook to the state, with the first branded property expected to be launched later this year. Barstool at […]
Casino
June 14, 2021
Caesars Completes $200m Upgrade of its Harrah’s Property in Vegas
It’s time to usher in a new era of casino gambling in the US, one that doesn’t hold onto the memories of how things were before or during the COVID-19 pandemic. Harrah’s on the Las Vegas Strip set out to erase the past even before the pandemic set in and has, after several years of […]
Casino
June 11, 2021
Industry Analysts Bullish on Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts As Vegas Recovery Gains Steam
Casino operators in the US are close to partying like it’s 2019, but they’re not there quite yet. Revenue levels are rebounding following a disastrous 2020 caused by COVID-19 and recovery is coming quicker than what was previously expected. Soon, casino operators could find their revenue matching that of 2019, and industry analysts believe that […]
Casino
June 11, 2021
Florida’s City of Doral Passes Measure To Ensure Donald Trump’s Resort Can’t Have a Casino
If Donald Trump wants to add a casino to the Trump National Doral Resort in Doral, FL, he’s now going to have to convince a lot of people. The city’s councilmembers met this week and approved a measure that explicitly prohibits gambling and casinos within city limits unless approved by local residents. The move is […]
Casino
June 10, 2021
Mohegan Sun Casino Settles COVID-19 Fine in NV, Outlines Future Plans
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has recommended Mohegan Sun Casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas for license extension while addressing a COVID-19 safety protocols infringement. Mohegan Sun Settles COVID-19 Fine Mohegan Sun Casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has settled a case relating to infringement of COVID-19 protocols, with the company apologizing for any wrongdoing represented by its […]
Casino
June 9, 2021
Ohio Casinos See Third Straight Month of Revenue Improvements As May Gambling Rises
There is more evidence that the US economy is on the rebound following a disastrous year caused by COVID-19. Several states have already reported significant improvements with their gambling markets and Ohio is proving that the gains are more than just a short-term trend. The state’s 11 casinos and racinos reported significant revenue improvements for […]
Casino
June 9, 2021
Detroit Casinos with $109.7 Million Revenue in May
Detroit casinos have reported $109.7 Million Revenue in May, reporting a significant recovery with only 15% less from slots and table games compared to the same period in 2019. Detroit Casinos with a Serious Outlook Towards Recovery Even though Detroit casinos have operated at a limited capacity in May, they have recorded an aggregate revenue (amounting […]
Casino
June 9, 2021
Jenny Holaday Is the First Woman to Run a Casino in Massachusetts
Jenny Holaday is the first woman to run a casino in Massachusetts, succeeding Encore Boston Harbor president Brian Gullbrants, who is leaving for a high-profile job with the resort’s parent company in Las Vegas. Brian Gullbrants Becomes Wynn Las Vegas Properties President Wynn Resorts, owner of Encore Boston Harbor Resort, located in Everett, has announced […]