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Germany Revamps Gambling Whitelist to Improve Transparency and Consumer Safety

NewsNovember 19, 202421Views 0Likes 0Comments

The German gambling watchdog has unveiled significant updates to its whitelist, a critical resource that keeps track of licensed iGaming and sports betting websites. This overhaul aims to bring more clarity and accessibility for consumers while reinforcing legal protections within the country's gambling sector. A Modernized Approach to Regulated Gambling The German Joint Gambling Authority (GGL),…

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Wind Creek Hospitality Acquires Birmingham Racecourse, Eyes Major Expansion

NewsNovember 19, 2024102Views 0Likes 0Comments

Wind Creek Hospitality, owned by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, is set to acquire Birmingham Racecourse in a transformative deal aimed at revitalizing the historic venue. The sale, finalized with the McGregor family, marks a new chapter for the racecourse, with plans to develop it into a leading entertainment hub in the Southeast. The acquisition,…

Greentube Expands in New Jersey Through Hard Rock Bet Rollout

NewsNovember 17, 202417Views 0Likes 0Comments

Greentube, the digital gaming division of NOVOMATIC, is continuing its push into the U.S. market with a new partnership that brings its diverse gaming content to Hard Rock Bet in New Jersey. This expansion is a major step for Greentube as it strengthens its footprint in the competitive U.S. iGaming sector. The collaboration marks a significant…

Celebrity Chef Partnerships Drive Casino Resorts’ Dining Successes

NewsNovember 17, 202424Views 0Likes 0Comments

How Big-Name Chefs Are Changing the Dining Landscape at Casinos From Gordon Ramsay’s fiery persona to Guy Fieri’s signature flair, celebrity chefs have become a major draw in the casino resort dining scene. As the demand for high-quality, unique dining experiences continues to grow, many casinos have tapped into the star power of these culinary…

Lithuania Moves to Ban Gambling Advertisements with New Regulations

NewsNovember 14, 202418Views 0Likes 0Comments

Lithuania is taking a bold step in its efforts to curb gambling-related harm by moving forward with a proposal to ban gambling advertisements. This new regulation, which was approved by the country’s parliament on Tuesday, marks a significant tightening of the country’s gambling advertisement laws. Set to take effect in July 2025, the decision places…

Paragon Casino Resort Unveils AI-Powered Robot Server to Boost Service Efficiency

NewsNovember 14, 202416Views 0Likes 0Comments

Servi Plus Revolutionizes Guest Experience with Speed and Precision Paragon Casino Resort, located in Marksville, Louisiana, has introduced an innovative AI-powered robot server named Servi Plus, designed to enhance service delivery in The Draft Room. Developed by BearRobotics, the robot is part of a broader effort to improve efficiency, reduce staff turnover, and offer a…

SL Green’s $740M Loan on Times Square Building Linked to Caesars Casino Hits Special Servicing

NewsNovember 14, 202416Views 0Likes 0Comments

SL Green, the prominent New York office landlord, has found itself in a tight spot with a $743 million loan tied to its 1515 Broadway property, which is poised to become the site of Caesars Entertainment’s proposed casino in Times Square. The loan, which is nearing its maturity in March 2025, was moved into special…

Texas Lottery’s Move Could Spark Push for Tribal Gambling Expansion

NewsNovember 13, 202420Views 0Likes 0Comments

Kickapoo Tribe Threatens Casino Expansion Over Online Lottery Sales The Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas has sent a stark message to state lawmakers: reign in the online sales of Texas Lottery tickets, or the tribe will push for the full-scale expansion of casino gambling across the state. This threat, outlined in a letter to the…

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Venetian and Palazzo Las Vegas Layoffs Impact Top-Level Employees

NewsNovember 13, 202424Views 0Likes 0Comments

Luxury Resort Cuts Senior Staff Amid Strategic Restructuring In a move that has shaken the high-end Las Vegas Strip, the Venetian and Palazzo hotels have laid off several long-time executives and senior-level employees. Sources close to the situation report that these layoffs primarily affected personnel in key departments such as hotel operations, marketing, banquets, and…

New Data Shows Increase in UK Children Classified with a Gambling Problem

NewsNovember 12, 202418Views 0Likes 0Comments

UK Gambling Commission Report Reveals Alarming Rise in Problem Gambling Among Children New data released by the UK Gambling Commission has raised alarm over the growing number of children classified as suffering from gambling problems. The report indicates that around 85,000 children in the UK are now considered at risk, though the figure is based…