Casino
March 24, 2023
Grand Sierra Resort Visitor Hits $544K Jackpot
The Reno property did not disclose the winner’s full name but identified them as Jessy R. Jessy placed an $8 bet and was about to stop playing when fortune struck and that $8 was turned into the six-figure payout. Jackpots and Privacy Go Hand-in-Hand It Seems Jessy reportedly spent 10 minutes playing on the machine […]
Industry
March 23, 2023
DraftKings Expands Las Vegas Presence via New Office Facility
Sports betting and fantasy sports operator DraftKings opened a new technology hub in Las Vegas, ceremonially cutting the ribbon of the new 90,000-square-foot facility located in the UnCommons district on the southwest valley. Modern Working Environment The new office, DraftKings’ second-largest in the US, features more than 130 dedicated sports trading desks placed in a […]
Casino
March 17, 2023
Hard Rock to Serve as F1 Las Vegas GP Presenting Partner
Hard Rock International, the gaming and hospitality brand of the Seminole Tribe, has joined the roster of presenting partners for the inaugural Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix slated to take place on November 16-18 this year. The Mirage Grandstands The new arrangement with Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. will allow Hard Rock […]
Casino
March 15, 2023
Egan Escape and Warner Bros. Bring New Horror Attraction to Las Vegas
Escape IT, an IT-themed escape room, has finally opened its doors in Las Vegas after being delayed last year. New IT-themed Escape Room Spans Over More Than 30,000 Square Feet Escape IT spans more than 30,000 square feet and is described as a revolutionary new take on traditional escape room experiences. Developed by Jason Eagon, […]
Casino
March 14, 2023
Resorts World Las Vegas to Raise Cyberbullying Awareness
Resorts World Las Vegas, an integrated casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip, announced a new initiative aimed at raising awareness about cyberbullying during this year’s March Madness. Fan Engagement Event Resorts World Las Vegas teamed with non-profit Buckets Over Bullying to host “Full Court March” and raise cyberbullying awareness during the National Collegiate Athletic […]
Industry
March 13, 2023
Unemployment for Nevada in January Highest Out of Any State
The global COVID-19 pandemic impacted significantly the gaming and hospitality sector a few years ago, resulting in temporary closures and unemployment. Since the start of the pandemic, to date, much has changed in Nevada. Despite the heavy hit for the gaming and hospitality industry, the sector has been on the path to recovery, resulting in […]
Sports
March 10, 2023
F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix to Sell More Tickets Later in March
The Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix, one of the most-anticipated racing events of the year, confirmed that there will be additional ticket sales launching later in March. The race which is scheduled to be taking place between November 16 and November 18, 2023, launched an initial ticket sale back in November. Now, […]
Industry
March 9, 2023
Jacobs Entertainment Revealed Flagship J Resort in Nevada
Colorado-based gaming and hospitality operator Jacobs Entertainment, Inc. revealed this week the new name of the former Sands Regency in Reno, Nevada, rebranding it to J Resort. Raising the Bar Almost six years after Jacobs Entertainment had acquired Sand Regency Casino Hotel and some additional land on Fourth Street in a deal worth around $10 […]
Casino
March 9, 2023
Affinity Interactive to Sell Rail City Casino in Nevada
Omni-channel gaming company Affinity Interactive (AI), confirmed it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell one of its Nevada properties. The company said Wednesday that its affiliates have agreed to sell Rail City Casino to affiliates of Truckee Gaming. Rail City is a popular gaming and wagering venue located in Sparks, Nevada. It is […]
Business
March 9, 2023
NGCB Positive about Bally’s Incoming CEO Robeson Reeves
Early last month, the global casino-entertainment company, Bally’s Corporation, announced a senior-level change. The company confirmed its plans to replace its CEO, Lee Fenton. Consequently, Bally’s confirmed that Fenton will remain in that role until March 31, 2023. As a replacement for Fenton, the company selected Robeson Reeves, an expert within the iGaming vertical with […]
