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Hard Rock Rockford Climbs to 7th Place in Illinois Casino Revenue Rankings

News, CasinoJanuary 13, 2025265Views 0Likes 0Comments

Hard Rock Casino Rockford has solidified its standing in the Illinois gaming landscape with a significant leap in revenue following its move to a permanent location. The casino's earnings for 2024 have soared, crossing the $100 million mark — a remarkable improvement from its 2023 total of just over $69 million, achieved while operating out…

Las Vegas Strip Gaming Revenue Predicted to Decline in December but Analysts Remain Optimistic for 2025

News, GamblingJanuary 13, 2025319Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Las Vegas Strip is expected to report its sixth consecutive month of year-over-year gaming revenue declines when December's figures are released later this month. However, analysts remain optimistic about the Strip's future, especially as 2025 approaches with promising growth projections. A Tough Year for the Strip’s Revenue The Strip’s gaming revenue for November 2024 reached…

Brazil Steps Down as Match-Fixing Leader in Football, Sportradar Report Shows

News, BettingJanuary 11, 2025335Views 0Likes 0Comments

Brazil’s long-standing reputation as a hotbed for football match-fixing appears to be shifting. The latest annual integrity report by Sportradar highlights a sharp decline in suspicious football matches within the country, marking significant progress in tackling a lingering issue. Match-Fixing Incidents Drop by Nearly Half The Sportradar Integrity in Action 2024 report revealed that Brazil recorded…

Kentucky Considers Full-Service Casinos: House Bill 33 Introduced

News, CasinoJanuary 10, 2025225Views 0Likes 0Comments

Kentucky could soon move beyond its reliance on historical horse racing machines if new legislation to permit full-service casinos gains traction. Representative Thomas Huff has proposed House Bill 33, a game-changing move that seeks to reshape the state’s gambling landscape by introducing traditional casinos with a 21% revenue tax. Kentucky's Leap Toward Traditional Casinos For years,…

Crypto.com Expands Its Sports Prediction Market with New Betting Options

NewsJanuary 9, 2025249Views 0Likes 0Comments

Crypto.com has stepped up its game in the sports betting industry. On Tuesday, the platform announced via social media that users can now explore more betting opportunities. Beyond the Super Bowl — known as “The Big Game” on the platform — Crypto.com has introduced prediction markets for the NFC and AFC championships, remaining college bowl…

Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Expands Economic Footprint with New Travel Center in Texas

NewsJanuary 9, 2025277Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Livingston, Texas, has taken another significant step towards economic development and community growth with the opening of its Ischoopa Travel Center. The new facility combines modern convenience with the excitement of Class II gaming devices, offering a unique destination for locals and travelers alike. A New Chapter for the Ischoopa Travel Center…

Mitchell Hynam Takes Home Career-Best €83K in Galway Poker Festival Main Event

News, PokerJanuary 8, 2025268Views 0Likes 0Comments

The first Irish Poker Tour event of 2025 concluded with a bang as the Galway Poker Festival crowned its champions, delivering record-breaking results. Held at The Galmont Hotel from January 1-6, the festival smashed every guarantee, attracting over 3,000 entrants across its tournaments, including the €700 Main Event, which alone pulled in 694 players. The headline…

Little River Band’s $180 Million Muskegon Casino Project Faces Collapse

News, CasinoJanuary 7, 2025282Views 0Likes 0Comments

A major economic and entertainment proposal by the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians appears to be faltering. After nearly 14 years of effort and a $30 million investment, the tribe’s Muskegon County casino project, valued at $180 million, is reportedly near the end of the road. Ogema (Chief) Larry Romanelli confirmed the disappointing news,…

AGEM Index Slumps 4.8% in December but Ends 2024 Strong with 39.9% Annual Growth

NewsJanuary 7, 2025279Views 0Likes 0Comments

The AGEM Index experienced a sharp decline in December 2024, dropping 79.54 points to close at 1,564.82, marking a 4.8% decrease compared to the previous month. However, the year-end figures paint a brighter picture, with the index surging 39.9% over the last 12 months, representing a substantial gain of 446 points. This mixed performance underscores both…

Police response outside Pure Casino Lethbridge

Threat Made to Alberta Casino Deemed a ‘Swatting’ Hoax

News, CasinoJanuary 6, 2025258Views 0Likes 0Comments

A false report about an explosive threat at Pure Casino Lethbridge disrupted the peace Thursday evening, but police have since determined it was a ‘swatting’ hoax. The incident serves as a chilling reminder of the dangers of false emergency calls that aim to provoke heavy law enforcement responses. Police Respond to Explosive Threat Call At approximately…