Business
December 14, 2020
Nevada Extends COVID-19 Restrictions until January 15
The existing COVID-19 restrictions in Nevada will last until January 15, announced Governor Steve Sisolak. Although the pandemic is still ongoing, the Governor revealed that for the moment, the casino industry will remain operational, helping the state with vital gaming tax revenue. Governor Sisolak Extends the COVID-19 Restrictions Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak revealed yesterday that […]
Casino
December 12, 2020
Great Canadian to Shutter Ontario Casino to Slow down Covid
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is joining Ontario’s efforts to contain covid-19 infections and the company will shut down the Elements Casino Grand River property on Sunday, December 13 Casino Operator Great Canadian Joins Fight Against Covid-19 in Ontario Great Canadian Gaming Corporation has announced that it will join the government’s efforts to bring down the […]
Casino
December 11, 2020
Pennsylvania Shuts Casinos Down to Contain Covid-19
Pennsylvania has announced that it is again going to temporarily close down its casino industry in light of the spiking COVID-19 cases Pennsylvania Closes Casinos On Thursday, the US State of Pennsylvania announced its decision to once again close down all casinos and a number of other businesses until January 4 in light of the […]
Casino
December 6, 2020
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Pushes Opening Date Due to COVID-19
In light of the ongoing pandemic, JC Hospitality, owner of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas pushed the opening date of the resort to next year. The operator stressed that the health and safety of customers and employees remains a top priority. Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Opening Date Pushed to Next Year January JC Hospitality, owner of […]
Casino
December 4, 2020
ANR Wants Casinos on COVID Relief Funds to Ban Smoking
In a letter sent to the American Gaming Association, the American Nonsmokers’ Rights foundation wanted casinos receiving COVID-19 relief funds to ban indoor smoking. In the letter, ANR’s CEO Cynthia Hallett compared smoking indoors to “promoting the spread” of the virus. ANR Sends a Letter to AGA Urging for Smoke-Free Casino Floors On Thursday this […]
Casino
December 2, 2020
L.A. County Cities Ask to Continue Casino Operations Despite COVID Restrictions
Leaders of cities that host casino cardrooms have urged the L.A. County Board of Supervisors to revise the latest anti-pandemic restrictions that forced gaming venues to close for three weeks on November 30. The city managers of Hawaiian Gardens, Bell Gardens and the City of Commerce gathered on Monday to make a joint plea to […]
Industry
November 29, 2020
Camelot Shows Resilience Amid Covid-19 Crisis
Camelot UK Lotteries, the licensed operator of The National Lottery, recovered its ticket sales for the first six months of the 2020/21 financial year ended on 26 September 2020 following the slump at the beginning of the global health crisis. Camelot reported £3.89 billion in sales, which represents only a 1.7% decrease compared to the […]
Industry
November 28, 2020
Genting Malaysia Announces MYR726.3 Million Net Loss in Q32020 Due to Covid-19
The Group’s operating performance in 3Q20 was on the path of recovery due to the resume of activity, but the operator still felt the impact of the complete shutdown in March and the ongoing strict measures to limit the spread of the virus. Total Revenue in 3Q2020 Halved In 3Q2020, Genting Malaysia Berhad managed to […]
Industry
November 27, 2020
Cirsa Reports Losses Due to Covid-19 Impact
Despite the unprecedented situation and multiple operating restrictions, Cirsa has proven the stability of its business model and has taken immediate steps to adapt its activity to the new environment. Despite the loss in revenue in 3Q2020, the company has started to recover rapidly and has even achieved pre-Covid results in some areas. Net Operating […]
Legal
November 25, 2020
India: Gamblers in Goa Breach COVID-19 Restrictions
Residents of Goa, India are extremely concerned about their safety in light of the many tourists and local gamblers who do not follow the COVID-19 restrictions. Tourists and Local Gamblers in Goa Disregard COVID Restrictions Earlier this month, the casinos in the Indian state of Goa were allowed to reopen doors. After some seven months […]