A ransomware attack disrupted operations at casinos and government services operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians in Michigan, with the cybercriminal group RansomHub claiming responsibility. The attack, which occurred on Feb. 9, reportedly locked critical systems and resulted in the theft of 119 GB of data (501,211 files), according to a
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The all-new Flamingo GO Pool is ready to shake up the Las Vegas pool scene this summer, as renovation work wraps up and prepares for a grand re-opening this spring. The new multi-pool complex is set host high-energy parties with “rain curtain” waterfalls and a 30-seat swim-up bar! Spanning nearly 1.5 acres, the $20 million GO
Thailand is moving forward with its plans to legalize casinos in “entertainment complexes,” but stricter measures are now being considered in response to concerns over problem gambling. A revised draft of the bill, published Saturday, limits casinos to no more than 10% of the total venue size and introduces disclosure requirements for locals wishing to
Guests will soon have more reasons to love the MGM Grand. The famous property at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip has been in the middle of a $300 million renovation project to its main tower, and the first upgraded rooms are open to the public. The project will eventually redo more than
The Hawaii State Legislature has indefinitely deferred a bill that would have legalized casino gambling in the state, effectively shutting down the proposal. Lawmakers shut down Senate Bill 893 on Thursday, which aimed to establish a Hawaii Gaming Control Commission to oversee casinos within the planned Aloha Stadium Entertainment District, KITV reported. The bill also included
You can catch four-time GRAMMY winners Alabama Shakes at Fontainebleau soon, as the critically acclaimed group will play their BleauLive Theater this summer. Dates for the North American tour were recently announced and included Las Vegas on Saturday August 9th of this year, with a special guest appearance from Shannon & The Clams. This tour
As a global name in gaming solutions, SYNOT Group continues to expand its footprint in the industry, offering cutting-edge products and technology across multiple markets. At ICE Barcelona, the company showcased its latest gaming machines, online content, and system solutions, reaffirming its commitment to high-quality gaming. In this exclusive interview with Yogonet, Miroslav Valenta, Sales
It was one of the biggest sports betting events of the year. However, Super Bowl betting this year fell dramatically in Las Vegas, with wagers totaling nearly $152 million. That was a noticeable decline from last year when players staked over $185 million on the big game. Somehow, sports books in Sin City were still
With SBC Summit Rio 2025 on the horizon, we caught up with Nelli Melik, CSO at Atlaslive, to talk about the company’s journey and what’s coming next. Over the past year, Atlaslive has secured key certifications in Brazil, rolled out new features, and earned industry recognition. In this exclusive chat, Nelli shares how the company
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A New York Senate committee has unanimously approved a bill to expand the scope of legal sports betting in the state, allowing new types of proposition bets and wagers on major sports awards. The bill, Senate Bill 2616, sponsored by Senator Joseph Addabbo, would permit in-game and season-long prop bets, coin toss wagers, and
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New York’s online sports betting market reached historic highs in January 2025, setting new records for both total handle and gross gaming revenue, as operators continued to capitalize on strong demand. According to data from the New York State Gaming Commission, total handle—the amount wagered by bettors—hit $2.48 billion, breaking the previous record of
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Several Native American tribes with casino operations in the Sacramento region are investing heavily in downtown real estate, marking a shift beyond gaming into urban development. “There have been a lot of encouraging discussions around community development, and it’s something they wanted to be part of,” said Michael Ault, executive director of the Downtown Sacramento
Super Bowl LIX set records for FanDuel Sportsbook, as more than 16.6 million bets were placed by close to three million active users! The company also announced that fans who picked Eli Manning are celebrating alongside the Philadelphia Eagles, as Eli defeated his elder brother in the FanDuel Kick of Destiny 3 contest. Ahead of
A new Wisconsin Policy Forum report explores Wisconsin’s cautious approach to sports betting legalization, warning of potential gambling expansions. While most states that have legalized the activity have done so on a wider scale, including online and commercial sports gambling, Wisconsin only allows it on tribal lands. The state could try to expand online sports
A proposal to shift one of Indiana’s struggling casino licenses to a new location has hit a legislative roadblock, but a new measure aims to keep the discussion alive by commissioning a statewide study on gaming site selection. State Sen. Andy Zay, R-Huntington, who had previously championed legislation allowing Full House Resorts to transfer
Wynn Resorts has successfully secured a $2.4 billion construction loan to fund the development of Wynn Al Marjan Island, the first integrated resort in the United Arab Emirates. In a statement, the company hailed the deal as a “landmark transaction,” marking the largest hospitality financing agreement in UAE history. The loan, which was arranged through
Casino Guru is reminding industry professionals and stakeholders that there is just a bit less than one month left to submit nominations for select categories in the 3rd annual Casino Guru Awards 2025. As the deadline of February 28 approaches, organizers encourage all eligible participants to seize this opportunity to be recognized for their contributions