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Former Pace-O-Matic Executive Charged with Kickback Scheme in Pennsylvania Skill Games Probe

News, GamblingJanuary 6, 2025265Views 0Likes 0Comments

A retired state police officer turned compliance director for Pace-O-Matic, a gaming company known for its controversial skill games, faces allegations of corruption. Ricky Goodling, who once helped regulate the gaming industry, is now accused of fostering the illegal spread of gambling devices across Pennsylvania. Allegations of Racketeering and Corruption Ricky Goodling, formerly the national compliance…

Hungary’s Andras Nemeth Triumphs in $63K PokerStars New Year Series Opener

News, PokerJanuary 4, 2025283Views 0Likes 0Comments

As the world ushered in 2025 with celebrations and fireworks, Andras "probirs" Nemeth, a prominent figure in the online poker scene, quietly clinched a major victory. Competing in the $2,025 No-Limit Hold'em New Year Special on PokerStars, Nemeth emerged victorious from a field of 149 entrants, taking home an impressive $62,970. A High-Stakes Start to the…

Final Chapter for Freehold Raceway: America’s Oldest Harness Track Bids Farewell

News, GamesJanuary 3, 2025472Views 0Likes 0Comments

Over a thousand spectators braved the rain to witness the bittersweet conclusion of Freehold Raceway, the nation's oldest harness track. After 170 years of thrilling races and cherished traditions, the iconic venue in central New Jersey has officially closed its doors. "It's like a sad ending to something, like losing a loved one almost," said one…

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Gaming REITs Set for Transaction Surge in 2025 Amid Easing Interest Rates

News, GamesJanuary 3, 2025265Views 0Likes 0Comments

After a subdued year for gaming real estate investment trusts (REITs), Deutsche Bank analysts are predicting a rebound in transactional activity for 2025. The potential uptick hinges largely on shifts in the economic and interest-rate landscape, with recessionary pressures and a cooling interest-rate environment potentially fuelling new deals. Interest Rates Could Spark Transaction Activity Deutsche Bank’s…

U.S. Igaming Revenue Hits New Heights in November 2024

News, GamesDecember 31, 2024272Views 0Likes 0Comments

November 2024 saw online gambling revenues surge across the six U.S. states where it is legal, with the total haul reaching a staggering $714.4 million. This represents a significant jump from $586.5 million during the same period last year. Let’s break down how the igaming sector performed in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and beyond. Michigan Leads…

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Ontario’s NorthStar Gaming Penalty Cut by CA$10,000

News, GamesDecember 30, 2024262Views 0Likes 0Comments

NorthStar Gaming will now pay CA$20,000 (US$13,900) instead of the originally announced CA$30,000 penalty levied by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The gaming operator successfully contested part of the fine, related to its compliance with a key regulation. Initial Penalty Announcement Back in October, AGCO issued a statement highlighting violations by NorthStar Gaming’s…

Indian Gaming Association Tradeshow & Convention Set to Spotlight iGaming and Sports Betting

News, GamesDecember 30, 2024246Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Indian Gaming Association (IGA) is gearing up to surpass its record-breaking 2023 attendance when its annual Tradeshow & Convention returns to San Diego. Scheduled from March 31 to April 3, 2024, the four-day event promises to delve into iGaming, sports betting, and the ever-changing gaming landscape. A Packed Schedule in San Diego This year's event…

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Las Vegas Braces for More Visitors This New Year’s Eve, Despite Midweek Timing

NewsDecember 28, 2024302Views 0Likes 0Comments

Las Vegas has long been a magnet for New Year’s Eve revelers, and 2024's transition to 2025 is no exception. Despite the holiday falling on a Tuesday this year, projections suggest more visitors will flock to Sin City than last year when New Year’s Eve fell on a Sunday. Las Vegas seems set to prove,…

Brightline West Poised to Begin Construction on SoCal-Las Vegas High-Speed Rail

NewsDecember 27, 2024464Views 0Likes 0Comments

Brightline West’s ambitious high-speed rail project linking Southern California to Las Vegas is gaining momentum, bolstered by substantial federal funding. With construction potentially starting as early as 2025, the long-anticipated 218-mile rail system could revolutionise travel between these two bustling regions. Federal Backing Boosts Project Momentum In a critical step forward, the Federal Railroad Administration awarded…

Ex-Lawmaker Calls for Closing New Jersey Casino Smoking Loophole

News, CasinoDecember 27, 2024244Views 0Likes 0Comments

Former New Jersey State Assemblywoman Loretta Weinberg, a key figure behind the state's Smoke-Free Air Act, is urging lawmakers to eliminate a long-standing exception allowing smoking in casinos. Her call to action comes nearly two decades after the Act was first signed into law, with the casino loophole still intact. A Loophole Left Unchecked In 2006,…