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Gamban Founder Calls for Horse Racing to Be Excluded from UK Affordability Checks

News, BettingDecember 17, 2024221Views 0Likes 0Comments

Matt Zarb-Cousin, the co-founder and director of external affairs at Gamban, has urged that horse racing be exempt from the UK’s newly introduced affordability checks, arguing that the sport is being unfairly grouped with higher-risk betting activities like online casinos and slots. Growing Tension Over Affordability Checks The UK Gambling Commission launched its financial risk checks…

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Nebraska: Ho-Chunk to Build $50M Casino and Horse Racing Track in South Sioux City

News, CasinoDecember 17, 2024171Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nebraska’s gaming industry is about to welcome another big player. Ho-Chunk, Inc., a prominent economic development corporation owned by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, has announced plans to construct a $50 million casino and horse racing track in South Sioux City. This move adds to the already competitive local gaming market, where recent developments have stirred…

Paris Gaming Clubs Caught in Political Crossfire Amid Budget Crisis

News, GamesDecember 16, 2024256Views 0Likes 0Comments

Paris’s gaming clubs, already operating under unique and restrictive regulations, now face an existential crisis driven by political upheaval. Just two weeks before the close of 2024, the lack of a government-backed budget for 2025 is throwing the city's cercles de jeux into turmoil. The future of these establishments—introduced as part of a controlled experiment—is…

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Virginia Casinos Report $63.6M in November Revenue, With Hard Rock Bristol Setting Record After Permanent Opening

News, CasinoDecember 16, 2024249Views 0Likes 0Comments

In a standout month for Virginia’s gaming scene, casinos across the state saw impressive earnings in November, capped off by a major milestone for the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol. The newly established permanent location not only saw a surge in visitors but also broke revenue records, signalling a bright future for the state’s…

Garden City Takes Sands’ Nassau Casino Lease to Court

News, CasinoDecember 14, 2024211Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Village of Garden City has escalated its opposition to the Las Vegas Sands Corporation’s plans for a colossal casino project in Nassau County. In a state Supreme Court filing, the village seeks to annul the 42-year lease of the Nassau Coliseum granted to Sands, reigniting a heated debate over transparency, legality, and the future…

FanDuel Strengthens Responsible Gaming Commitment with New My Spend Tool

NewsDecember 12, 2024237Views 0Likes 0Comments

Empowering Players to Manage Their Gambling Budgets FanDuel, North America’s leading gaming and betting company, has introduced a new feature designed to give players greater control over their spending habits. The launch of My Spend this week marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible gaming. The new tool allows players to track…

Monopoly-Inspired Non-Gaming Hotel Set to Break Ground in Atlantic City

NewsDecember 12, 2024188Views 0Likes 0Comments

"The Top Hat" Will Combine Hospitality and Commerce, Drawing Inspiration from the Iconic Board Game Atlantic City, known for its casinos and boardwalk, is about to add a new, non-gaming hotel that draws inspiration from the world-famous Monopoly board game. This mixed-use development will bring a fresh touch of creativity to the city, which is…

Sports Betting Takes Center Stage With U.S. Senate Committee Hearing

NewsDecember 12, 2024142Views 0Likes 0Comments

The U.S. Senate is preparing to examine the expanding world of sports betting, with a key hearing set to take place next week. As federal attention on the industry intensifies, lawmakers are gearing up for a deep dive into the state of legalized sports gambling. The Senate Committee on the Judiciary has scheduled a hearing titled,…

Resorts World Las Vegas Announces New Leadership and Board Amid Industry Challenges

NewsDecember 10, 2024243Views 0Likes 0Comments

Resorts World Las Vegas is kicking off a new chapter with fresh leadership and a revamped board of directors. As the company faces scrutiny and challenges in the competitive world of luxury resorts and casinos, the leadership shakeup signals a renewed effort to solidify its position as a premier entertainment destination. New Leadership Aims for Strategic…

Churchill Downs and NYRA Challenge Federal Horseracing Regulator in Lawsuit

NewsDecember 10, 2024202Views 0Likes 0Comments

Churchill Downs Inc. and the New York Racing Association (NYRA) have filed a lawsuit against the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA), challenging the national body’s constitutionality and the legal framework under which it operates. The legal battle has the potential to significantly impact the future of U.S. horse racing. The lawsuit was filed in the…