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We’ve been following the renovations at the Rio Las Vegas for quite a while. And now, the property has announced that the initial phase of the upgrades has been completed. This is an ongoing project which began back in 2023, and may take another year or two for completion. In fact, we visited the resort

The Virginia Lottery has announced that the state’s sports betting handle reached $416.7 million in August, reflecting a 30.6% year-over-year increase. This marks a notable growth for the Old Dominion, which has now crossed $1.75 billion in gross operator sports betting revenue and $200 million in state tax revenue since the post-PASPA era began. Sportsbook

If you want to watch the Tropicana implosion in person or online, we have the information to help you do so! And with police blocking streets, no public viewing area, and Las Vegas hotel room prices skyrocketing it won’t be easy! [embedded content] What left of Tropicana Las Vegas will be coming down in the

A new study from the University of Bristol has raised alarms over the dramatic increase in gambling advertisements during the opening weekend of the Premier League, revealing nearly 30,000 ads across television, radio, and social media platforms — a threefold increase from the previous year. The report, funded by GambleAware, analyzed advertising activity from August

Legendary rockers Styx have schedules a five-night engagement at The Venetian Las Vegas as part of their their 2025 tour. For the first time in their 50 year career, Styx will be performing 1977’s “The Grand Illusion” in its entirety, along with the band’s classic hits. The shows will be held on January 24th, 25th,

Airport services company Plaza Premium Group has opened its first luxury lounge in Macau, located at Macau International Airport, under its Plaza Premium First (PPF) brand. The 5,000-square-foot facility near boarding gate 10/10A offers a range of VIP services and exclusive amenities, catering to high-end travelers. The new lounge is part of PPF’s series of

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) announced Thursday that Compliance Officer Jo’Elle Thompson has been named to the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) “40 Under 40” Class of 2025, recognizing her contributions to the casino gaming industry. The ELG “40 Under 40,” an initiative by The Innovation Group (TIG) in partnership with Global Gaming Business

It’s been a remarkable success, but Adele’s Las Vegas residency is coming to an end sooner than most people would like. The iconic singer is set to conclude her Las Vegas residency with a series of shows in November. Following that, she plans to take an extended break not just from her Vegas performances but

New research from the American Gaming Association (AGA), reveals a significant increase in responsible gaming (RG) investments from gaming industry companies, with total spending reaching $471.8 million annually—up from approximately $275 million (+72%) in 2017.  Conducted by a major international accounting firm, the research demonstrates a surge in industry-wide RG spending that has grown at

Several of the biggest Las Vegas residencies are set to come to an end in January, February, and March of next year. The performers in question are some of the biggest names in rock & roll and country music. So who are these huge music artists saying good bye to Sin City? We’re glad you

The UK’s Gambling Commission has initiated legal proceedings against Sorare, a digital fantasy sports platform, accusing the company of providing unlicensed gambling services. The case, which could have far-reaching consequences for the future of fantasy sports and NFT-based platforms, is set to be heard in Birmingham magistrates court on October 4. Sorare, which is valued

The countdown to the Tropicana implosion is officially underway, and we have less than two weeks before the walls come tumbling down! And you can prepare for an unforgettable evening at Mandalay Bay and bid a grand farewell to the legendary resort from the Foundation Room! On October 8th, join us for others at Mandalay

During the Future Summit in New York, at the event “In defense of democracy, fighting extremism” held in the UN headquarters, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva commented on the gambling situation in the country and said it was necessary to speed up regulation of the issue. The meeting was organized by Lula and the

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A former Mirage Hotel and Casino employee has lodged a formal labor complaint against the Culinary Workers Union Local 226, claiming that the union failed to fully inform employees about the severance package process following the property’s closure.  The complaint, filed on August 6 with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), accuses the union of

You won’t see our news video this week, as our team is attending the SBC Summit in Lisbon, Portugal. Our continued partnership with Casino City will take us to this event for networking and filming opportunities. The event will showcase an 8-stage conference program, including the prominent Super Stage, focusing on key areas such as

The Dutch government has announced a phased increase in gambling taxes, raising rates by 7.3 percentage points on gross gaming revenue (GGR), despite strong opposition from the industry. The decision, revealed as part of the government’s autumn budget, has drawn criticism from industry players who warn the hike could lead to operators exiting the market

Palms Casino, owned and operated by San Manuel Gaming, was named the Best Casino in Las Vegas. Not only that, their Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel was named “best” in two categories by USA Today Readers: Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas, and Best Casino Restaurant with their The Pines Modern Steakhouse. Together,

Uplatform has established a solid presence in the European gaming market, supported by its focus on localization and diverse content offerings. The company’s approach emphasizes understanding regional preferences while providing practical solutions for operators. The iGaming solutions provider is poised to showcase its latest solutions at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, set for September 24-26.

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