Business
January 3, 2021
Louisiana Loses Millions in Gambling Tax, Will Sports Betting Help?
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted multiple U.S. industries last year. Besides temporary closures, the pandemic led to a significant decrease in gambling tax revenue in Louisiana. The Pandemic Significantly Impacted Multiple Industries The global COVID-19 pandemic made 2020 a difficult year for businesses across the globe. The U.S. was one of the countries that has felt […]
Casino
January 2, 2021
Navajo Lays Off Temporarily More than 1,100 Casino Employees
Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise, the business entity of the Navajo Nation operating the tribe’s gambling establishments in Arizona and New Mexico, announced Thursday plans to temporarily lay off on New Year’s Day more than 1,100 workers. Temporary Layoffs to Cut Costs The Gaming Enterprise noted in its release that due to the impact on revenue […]
Legal
January 2, 2021
Iowa Legislature May Discuss Casino Tax Change This Year
In light of the economic impact of the pandemic and the recent gambling expansion in neighboring Nebraska, Iowa state officials may discuss casino tax changes this year. State Officials in Iowa May Debate on Casino Tax Changes One of the main reasons why the Iowa legislature may discuss possible changes in casino taxation this year […]
Sports
January 2, 2021
William Hill Launches Sports Betting App in Iowa
William Hill US has launched its enhanced sports betting app in Iowa. The app has a mobile and website version. App Launches in Iowa Leading US sportsbook operator William Hill US has launched its enhanced popular sports betting service in Iowa. The service is available both as a mobile version for Android and Apple, as […]
Casino
January 2, 2021
Hollywood, Meadows Casino and Racetrack to Reopen on Jan 4
After the number of positive COVID-19 cases in Pennsylvania has decreased in the last 3 weeks, the temporary restrictions introduced by Governor Tom Wolf in early December will expire. As a result, Hollywood Casino and Meadows Casino and Racetrack will reopen for visitors next week Monday. Temporary COVID-19 Shutdown Ends on Monday Pennsylvania residents will […]
Business
January 1, 2021
Playtika Plans a US Public Listing after Chinese Hopes Dashed
After three futile attempts to go public in China, Playtika is turning a hopeful eye to the United States where 75% of the company’s revenue is realized. Playtika Readies up to Change Chinese for US Dream Playtika, a developer of mobile casino-style games, is finally pulling away from its long-coveted market in China, after authorities […]
Sports
January 1, 2021
Campbell vs Garcia Predictions & Fight Date, Stream and Schedule
Ryan Garcia is walking out against Luke Campbell for a shot at the interim WBC lightweight title. Ryan Garcia vs Luke Campbell: Interim WBC Lightweight Bout This Saturday, January 2, 2021, we are witnessing the first big-ticket fight for the year with Luke Campbell squaring up versus Ryan Garcia, the Instagram sensation who has been […]
Industry
December 31, 2020
Derek Stevens Expects Record 2021 Year for Las Vegas Casinos
Casino entrepreneur Derek Stevens believes 2021 will be one of the best years for Las Vegas. Stevens Sees 2021 as Pivotal Year for Las Vegas Casinos On Tuesday, famed Nevada-based casino owner Derek Stevens joined “Squawk on the Street” to discuss the future prospects of the Las Vegas casino industry. Mr. Stevens is the CEO […]
Legal
December 31, 2020
Tule River Indian Tribe Confirms Eagle Mountain Casino Move to Porterville
The Tule River Indian Tribe’s proposal to relocate the Eagle Mountain Casino from its reservation to Porterville, California, was approved by the Department of Interior. Long Overdue Relocation The Tule River Indian Tribe confirmed that the US Department of Interior approved mid-December its plan for the relocation in Porterville of its gaming property Eagle Mountain […]
Sports
December 31, 2020
New Jersey Shows How to Educate Consumers about Regulated Betting Markets
New Jersey’s state gaming regulator has been an example of how to educate consumers about the regulated and unregulated sports betting markets. The Garden State Leads the Way in Educating Bettors Following the legalization of the sports betting industry in the United States, an unexpected issue has cropped up. How do you educate consumers to […]