Industry
July 14, 2021
Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention Comes to Caesars Forum in Las Vegas
The National Indian Gaming Association chose Caesars forum in Las Vegas to host its Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention. Set to launch next week Monday, the event marks the first Indian Gaming Tradeshow after an 18-month pause due to the global pandemic. Indian Gaming Tradeshow Arrives in Las Vegas The National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) […]
Casino
July 7, 2021
Caesars Palace Entrance Gets a Multimillion-dollar Makeover
Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, has announced its multi-million-dollar makeover, which will be completed by New Year’s Eve. Caesars Palace Will Include a Statue of Augustus Caesar Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, the Caesars Entertainment property known for its inclusion in the movie “The Hangover” and others, has announced that it will soon begin its multi-million-dollar renovation […]
Business
July 5, 2021
Nevada: Business on the Rise, COVID-19 Cases Increase
Nevada has gradually lifted COVID-related restrictions. This led to an increase in business volumes and gambling venues have even recorded higher revenue this May when compared to May 2019. However, with business picking up, recently, COVID-19 cases have increased, as well. Nevada on the Way to Economic Recovery Last month, a report released by UNLV’s […]
Industry
July 5, 2021
Sahara Las Vegas Shooting Twist as Victim Is Due In Court
A man, seriously injured during a shooting incident at Sahara Las Vegas hotel casino on June 27, is now in a detention center with charges against him for choking his ex-girlfriend. The Victim Assaulted His Ex-girlfriend Two men were shot in Las Vegas, on Sunday, June 27, in two unrelated incidents, as one of the […]
Industry
July 2, 2021
MGM Buys Half of CityCenter and Strikes a Deal for Aria and Vdara for $3.89B
MGM Resorts International is taking over. It has announced that it will pay Infinity World Development $2.12 billion for a 50% interest in CityCentre, giving it 100% control of the property. The deal will reportedly give the property a valuation of $5.8 billion. Surprising News at a Surprising Time Some real estate market experts are […]
Casino
July 2, 2021
Resorts World Las Vegas Sees Nice – but Not Impressive – Turnout for Launch
Resorts World Las Vegas (RWLV) is now officially up and running, even if it’s still working out some bugs at some of its amenities. According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the newest casino resort to land on the Las Vegas Strip enjoyed a modest grand opening, but it wasn’t nearly as large as some others. […]
Poker
July 1, 2021
Planet Hollywood’s Pleasure Pit Poker Room Bids Las Vegas Adieu
Rumors quickly turn into fact as social media outpouring confirms that Planet Hollywood is indeed shutting down its poker room. Pandemic Forces Iconic Cardrooms on Permanent Shutdown When the COVID-19 pandemic forced most entertainment businesses to shut down in early 2020, casinos in the heart of the Nevadan desert included, many speculated about the impact […]
Business
July 1, 2021
Vegas-Based Union Gaming Purchased by Real Estate Brokerage
Union Gaming has been intrinsically tied to the gaming industry since it was founded 13 years ago. The investment banking firm came about as the so-called Great Recession was taking hold and consumer activity was on the decline, but it proved to be resilient and was able to weather initial challenges. Company analysts have often […]
Poker
June 29, 2021
Wynn Millions Skyrockets with Entries, Generates $12.4M Prize Pool
The Wynn Millions poker tournament recorded more than 1,300 entries at its start last week Friday. The tournament is going to run through Saturday, July 3, with a total of $12.4 million in a guaranteed prize money pool. Wynn Millions Holds $12.4M Guaranteed Prize Pool for Lucky Poker Pros Every poker fan has heard of […]
Industry
June 29, 2021
MGM Resorts Flips the Switch On 100-Megawatt Solar Power Array
MGM Resorts International has activated its Mega Solar Array project, spread over 640 acres in the desert north of Las Vegas. MGM Launches a Green Energy Project to Battle Global Warming On Monday, MGM Resorts International turned on the Mega Solar Array project, a 100-megawatt solar array powering 12 Strip properties and 36,000 hotel rooms. […]