Casino
November 18, 2020
Hampton Looking to Join Virginia’s Casino Cities
A sixth venue for potential casino projects may emerge in Hampton with the city making a strong push to join Richmond, Danville, Bristol, Norfolk and Portsmouth as potential casino city. Hampton Looks to Secure Casino License Hampton does not want to miss out on the casino bonanza that has seized five cities in Virginia, to […]
Industry
November 18, 2020
EveryMatrix Readies to Enter New Jersey with License Application
EveryMatrix has chosen New Jersey as the company’s entry-point in United States’ fast-developing iGaming market. Casino Solutions Provider EveryMatrix Eyes New Jersey Entry EveryMatrix is looking to break ground in the United States and has applied for a license from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (NJDGE). The company seeks to introduce its industry-leading […]
Casino
November 18, 2020
AGA Reveals Q3 GGR Numbers, Revenue Improves Significantly
Recent numbers by the American Gaming Association reveal the commercial casino gross gaming revenue (GGR) in the third quarter of 2020. According to the numbers, the gaming industry is on its way to a slow recovery. However, a quarter-on-quarter comparison shows significant increase of the slot games, table games, sports betting, and igaming revenue. Q3 […]
Casino
November 17, 2020
FireKeepers To Remain Open Despite Order From State of Michigan
Tribe-owned FireKeepers Casino Hotel will not close like other Michigan gaming facilities, following a State order issued Sunday ordering the closing of entertainment venues. CEO Confident FireKeepers Casinos Did Not Influence Covid-19 Spread FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek will remain open despite an order issued on November 15 by the Michigan Department of Health […]
Casino
November 17, 2020
Rivers Casino Philadelphia Closes until Further Notice
Rivers Casino Philadelphia has been forced to close effective Friday, November 20, and remain shut until at least the end of the year. The new setback for the gaming establishment which also had to close mid-March and stay closed for 4 months during the first coronavirus wave, is the result of a new series of […]
Sports
November 17, 2020
FanDuel Invests Millions in Fairmount Park Racetrack in Illinois
FanDuel Group, the US sports betting brand of Flutter Entertainment, announced plans Monday to engage in a multi-million investment in Fairmount Park Racetrack in Collinsville, Illinois. The venue will undergo a rebranding and complete revitalization, targeting the return of its signature event, the $250,000 St. Louis Derby. FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing Under the terms […]
Business
November 17, 2020
Scientific Games Inks New Five-Year Contract with Mass Lottery
The Massachusetts Lottery and Scientific Games inked a new five-year contract. Under the contract, SG will provide instant lottery games for the Mass Lottery. The new contract marks five decades of a successful partnership between the two entities. SG Enters Five Decades of Supplying Mass Lottery with Instant Games The gambling and sports betting technology […]
Casino
November 17, 2020
Gila River Hotels Signs Suns and Mercury for Fan-Focused Experiences
The Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury have signed official fan-focused partnerships with Gila River Hotels & Casino. Suns and Mercury Explore New Awareness Opportunities with Gila River Gila River Hotels & Casinos, an Arizona-based tribal operator, has teamed up with the Phoenix Suns, a National Basketball Association (NBA) team, and Phoenix Mercury, a Women’s NBA […]
Sports
November 17, 2020
William Hill Continues to Lead Mobile Betting Market in D.C.
Washington’s D.C. Lottery gambling app powered by Intralot saw a 27.8% increase in handle month-over-month but still lags behind William Hill’s temporary sportsbook. D.C. Lottery’s Gambet Sees Increase in Revenue It has been a great month for Washington’s D.C. Lottery with total handle growing by 27.8% month-over-month in October and mobile betting paying off. Yet, […]
Casino
November 17, 2020
Michigan’s State Casinos Ordered to Shut Down from Nov 18
On Monday, September 15, the Michigan’s Department of Health announced new shutdowns for a range of properties, including the state’s 26 casinos. Michigan Announces New Shutdowns for State Casinos The state of Michigan is on the horns of another dilemma, faced with climbing cases of COVID-19 infections. Amid the uncertainty about the pandemic, Governor Gretchen […]