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Hip-Hop Mogul Irv Gotti Dies During Poker Game, Waka Flocka Flame Reacts

News, PokerFebruary 26, 2025260Views 0Likes 0Comments

Murder Inc. co-founder and legendary hip-hop figure Irv Gotti has died at the age of 54, reportedly suffering a fatal stroke while playing poker. His passing sent shockwaves through the music industry, with close friends and artists paying tribute. Rapper Waka Flocka Flame, deeply connected to Gotti’s legacy, reflected on the loss and emphasized the…

J.P. Morgan Boosts Wynn Resorts’ Price Target to $117 After Strong Q4 Performance

Casino, NewsFebruary 24, 2025377Views 0Likes 0Comments

Wynn Resorts got a confidence boost from J.P. Morgan after delivering stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results. The firm raised its December 2025 price target for the casino operator’s stock to $117, up from previous estimates, reflecting solid gains in both Las Vegas and Macau. Wynn’s shares closed at $90.76 on Friday, but the latest analysis suggests there’s…

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Inside the High-Stakes World of Casino Advantage Players

Casino, NewsFebruary 23, 2025287Views 0Likes 0Comments

Michael Kaplan, a seasoned gambling journalist and keynote speaker at the upcoming World Game Protection Conference in Las Vegas, believes that artificial intelligence is opening new doors for players looking to beat casino games legally. Kaplan, known for his deep dives into the world of advantage players (APs), will be discussing his latest book, Advantage…

Michigan’s Horse Race Betting Rules Deemed Unconstitutional by Federal Judge

Gambling, NewsFebruary 22, 2025319Views 0Likes 0Comments

A federal judge has ruled that Michigan’s regulations for online horse race betting violate the Constitution, granting a preliminary injunction to TwinSpires, one of the leading online racebooks. The decision prevents state authorities from enforcing certain licensing requirements that restricted Michigan residents from placing bets on out-of-state horse races. Judge Sides with TwinSpires Chief U.S.…

Macau Faces Rising Competition as Gaming, Tourism Landscape Shifts

Casino, NewsFebruary 21, 2025311Views 0Likes 0Comments

Macau’s gaming and tourism industries are at a crossroads. Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai has warned that the city cannot escape the pressures of growing regional competition. As new casino markets emerge in Asia, Macau must rethink its strategy to maintain its position as the world’s top gambling hub. Macau’s Challenges in an Intensifying Market…

SkyCity Cuts Full-Year Earnings Forecast Amid Tough Market Conditions

Casino, NewsFebruary 21, 2025268Views 0Likes 0Comments

SkyCity Entertainment Group has revised its full-year earnings outlook downward after a difficult first half, with declines in revenue, underlying EBITDA, and net profit. The New Zealand-based casino and entertainment company reported a 4.7% dip in revenue for the six months ending December 31, 2024, highlighting ongoing challenges in consumer spending. Revenue Drops Across Key…

Caesars Expected to Outperform Peers in Hold but Fall Short of Consensus, Analyst Warns

Casino, NewsFebruary 19, 2025260Views 0Likes 0Comments

Caesars Entertainment is poised to show a stronger hold than its competitors on the Las Vegas Strip when it reports earnings next Tuesday, but investors shouldn’t expect it to hit consensus estimates. That’s the latest assessment from Deutsche Bank analyst Carlo Santarelli, who urged caution amid rising expectations for the casino giant. Analyst Cautions Against…

North Dakota Senate Rejects Grand Forks Casino Bill Amid Controversy

Casino, NewsFebruary 18, 2025277Views 0Likes 0Comments

A proposal that could have paved the way for a $300 million casino and resort in Grand Forks was shot down in the North Dakota Senate on Friday. The bill, which would have allowed the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa to expand beyond its traditional boundaries, faced heated debate before being defeated. Heated Debate and…

Brutal Poker Bad Beat Stuns Players at APT Manila Classic High Roller

News, PokerFebruary 17, 2025240Views 0Likes 0Comments

A single card can change everything in poker, sometimes in the cruelest way imaginable. That’s exactly what happened at the PHP 150,000 (USD $2,600) High Roller event at the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Manila Classic, where a jaw-dropping bad beat sent a seasoned player home empty-handed—just one spot away from the money. A Heartbreaker on…

Montana’s Earl Holt–John Seaman Charity Poker Tournament Going Strong After 17 Years

News, PokerFebruary 16, 2025321Views 0Likes 0Comments

For 17 years, the Earl Holt–John Seaman Charity Poker Tournament has been proving that poker isn't just about winning big pots—it can also be a powerful force for good. While scandalous stories often dominate the poker world, this long-running Montana event is a reminder that the game has a charitable side too. A Tradition of…