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Nevada Holds Back Full Approval for Aruze Gaming, Grants 5-Year License Amid Scrutiny

Casino, NewsJuly 28, 2025178Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Nevada Gaming Commission has hit pause on a full green light for Aruze Gaming Global’s ambitious expansion plans. In a 4-1 vote, the regulator approved only a five-year gaming license for the slot machine maker, rejecting the company’s request for unlimited approval. Commissioners cited ongoing financial challenges and a pending federal lawsuit as key…

Las Vegas Strip Earnings Take a Hit in Summer Slump, But CBRE Sees Recovery by Year’s End

Casino, NewsJuly 21, 2025188Views 0Likes 0Comments

Softer Demand, Hotter Temperatures and Fewer Visitors Prompt Short-Term Downgrade — Yet 2026 Outlook Remains Bright It’s been a bumpy ride for Las Vegas Strip casinos this summer. CBRE has trimmed its earnings projections for both Q2 and Q3, citing sluggish visitor numbers, dwindling mid-week occupancy and less-than-ideal macro conditions. But not all is lost…

Green Valley Ranch Drops $200 Million to Reinvent Its Guest Experience

Casino, NewsJuly 17, 2025201Views 0Likes 0Comments

Green Valley Ranch Resort in Henderson is going all in—again. In its latest bold move, the suburban Las Vegas retreat is investing a whopping $200 million into a sweeping revamp of its rooms, suites, and convention space. That’s not a facelift—it’s a full-blown transformation. This phase of the resort’s multi-year reinvention promises redesigned rooms that…

Poker Champion Maria Konnikova Opens Up About Her Unlikely Rise and the Cheating That’s Undermining the Game

News, PokerMarch 23, 2025281Views 0Likes 0Comments

She didn’t grow up shuffling cards or bluffing friends over a kitchen table. In fact, Maria Konnikova admits she didn’t even know a standard deck had 52 cards. Fast forward a few years, and she’s now one of the most respected names in professional poker — and she’s calling out the uncomfortable truth many try…

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Casino Showdown: Developer Pushes $1B Plan as Catawba Nation Cries Foul

Casino, NewsMarch 21, 2025240Views 0Likes 0Comments

A plan to build South Carolina’s first legal casino has set off a fierce fight, with a powerful developer and a tribal nation trading barbs over broken promises, money, and land. Wallace Cheves, a wealthy businessman and GOP donor, wants to bring a $1 billion casino resort to Santee, a quiet town halfway between Columbia…

Shawn Daniels Clinches WPT Rolling Thunder Title for $257,600

News, PokerMarch 20, 2025317Views 0Likes 0Comments

The World Poker Tour (WPT) Rolling Thunder event has a new champion. California poker pro Shawn Daniels triumphed over Harvey Castro to claim the title and a hefty $257,600 prize on Wednesday. This victory marks Daniels' entry into the prestigious WPT Champions Club. After days of intense poker action, Daniels emerged victorious from a competitive…

Light & Wonder’s ‘Workhorse’ Slot Cabinet Hits Casino Floors in Full Stride

Casino, NewsMarch 11, 2025293Views 0Likes 0Comments

Light & Wonder (L&W) is charging ahead with its latest slot cabinet, a machine the company calls a “workhorse” built for high performance and widespread appeal. After a successful soft launch, the new cabinet is now rolling out across casino floors, quickly gaining traction among players and operators alike. A Slot Cabinet Built to Dominate…

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WSOP Circuit Returns to Turning Stone in March 2025 with Over $2.6 Million Guaranteed

Casino, News, PokerMarch 10, 2025290Views 0Likes 0Comments

The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is heading back to New York. Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona will host the prestigious festival, kicking off on March 13, 2025. With 18 gold rings up for grabs and a guaranteed prize pool of at least $2.63 million, this is set to be one of the…

Poker Cheats Should Be Permanently Banned From All Forms of the Game

News, PokerMarch 8, 2025299Views 0Likes 0Comments

Poker has always had its fair share of bad actors. From online scandals to live tournament cheats, the game has seen it all. Yet, despite years of evidence and repeated offenses, many of these players are allowed back at the tables. That needs to change. A lifetime ban should be the standard punishment for anyone…

GGPoker’s Parent Company Acquires Nick Vertucci’s Stake in Hustler Casino Live

News, PokerMarch 6, 2025239Views 0Likes 0Comments

GGPoker is making waves again. The online poker giant’s parent company, NSUS Group, Inc., has taken over Nick Vertucci's stake in Hustler Casino Live (HCL), further cementing its influence in the industry. Vertucci, who co-founded the popular livestreamed poker show, stepped down last October amid sexual harassment allegations. Ryan Feldman Takes on a Bigger Role…