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October 16, 2020
Springfield City Officials Expect MGM to Honor its Obligations
Springfield city officials continue constructive talks with MGM Springfield to collect the outstanding part of the April payment. Under the host community agreement, the casino property still owes around $2.3 million to the city. MGM Springfield had to pay $7.78 million, but on April 1, the casino made a payment of only $5.5 million, stating […]
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October 14, 2020
Resorts World Catskills Casino Launches IGT Cashless Solution
IGT launched its cashless solution Resort Wallet for players at Resorts World Catskills Casino and Resort. Debuting in New York, the cashless solution by IGT gives the resort the early adopter advantage. IGT Launches Cashless Solution for Resorts World Catskills Casino and Resort The global gaming leader delivering gaming experiences International Game Technology (IGT) launched […]
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October 14, 2020
BetMGM and SG Strengthen Partnership with OpenGaming Launch
Players in BetMGM’s New Jersey market now have access to unique content provided by Scientific Games’ Open Gaming platform, as part of an extension of the existing relationship between the companies. Scientific Games Boosts BetMGM’s iGaming Portfolio with OpenGaming BetMGM and Scientific Games Corporation have entered into a fresh agreement, expanding on their existing partnership […]
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October 13, 2020
BGC Unhappy with Merseyside Casino and Betting Shop Closures
The Betting and Gaming Council shared its disappointment with the newly planned restrictions which will come into effect tomorrow at the Merseyside region. Casinos, betting shops, pubs, bars, and other leisure businesses in the affected region will shut doors aiming at fighting the COVID-19 spread. Merseyside Region Rolls Out New COVID-19 Restrictions Tomorrow Monday, October […]
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October 12, 2020
Harrah’s Kansas City Casino Requests Rent Break for Closure
Harrah’s Kansas City Hotel & Casino in Missouri is seeking a rent break from its landlord, the North Kansas City Council, pointing out to the difficult closure period. The casino’s general manager told council members that during the 75-day period the gambling establishment had no revenue, urging them to consider some sort of concession. Julie […]
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October 12, 2020
Bank Australia Slams Credit Cards for Gambling and Gaming
Credit cards are now suspended for Bank Australia consumers who want to use them for gambling or gaming purposes. Bank Australia Suspends Credit Card Payments to Gambling Operators Bank Australia has become the latest financial institution to slam the use of credit cards for transactions involving gambling and gaming operations. The decision is part of […]
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October 12, 2020
AGA Warns No Federal Aid Is Coming for Casinos before Elections
The American Gaming Association has warned the casino industry not to expect additional financial relief until after the elections in November. Casinos to Receive Further Economic Stimulus Only After Elections With the casino industry suffering gigantic losses across the United States, the promise of federal aid has been welcomed by businesses and the industry’s trade […]
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October 9, 2020
MGC Allows Commercial Casinos to Reintroduce Roulette Tables
MGM Springfield and Encore Boston Harbor have been allowed to reintroduce roulette gaming as the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) approved the health and safety measures related to roulette gambling and reversed its July and August decisions. Allow State Roulettes or Risk Player Outflow During its meeting Thursday the MGC decided to finally allow the two […]
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October 9, 2020
Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas Reopens
The famous casino-resort Planet Hollywood reopened its doors on Thursday, October 8. In a statement, Caesars Entertainment outlined that the venue follows strictly all health and safety protocols ensuring the well-being of both employees and guests. Planet Hollywood Reopened Its Doors for Visitors Thursday, October 8, the famous Planet Hollywood resort and casino on the […]
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October 8, 2020
New Norfolk Casino May Bring Millions in Gambling Tax Revenue
The proposed casino by the Pamunkey Indian Tribe in Norfolk may bring millions in gambling tax revenue, said City Manager Chip Filler. The new casino project is pending the approval of Norfolk residents in November. Norfolk’s Proposed Casino Project May Bring Millions in Gambling Tax Revenue Earlier this week, at a City Council work session, […]