In a significant twist for Brazil’s gambling landscape, the Brazilian Senate has postponed the vote on a pivotal bill that would legalize land-based casinos, bingo halls, and the controversial street lottery game jogo do bicho. Originally scheduled for December 4, 2024, the vote now faces an uncertain timeline, with the vote likely to be pushed…
The city of Peoria is considering a bold move to bring Boyd Gaming's local casino from its current East Peoria riverboat location to a land-based facility within the city's limits. The City Council will vote on an agenda item this Tuesday, signaling the city's first official steps toward making the shift.
Peoria’s potential move to bring…
In a significant legal turn, Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court has overturned Philadelphia's citywide ban on casino-style skill games in convenience stores, a move that had been aimed at reducing crime in certain neighborhoods.
The ruling, handed down on Friday, marks a key moment in the ongoing legal battle over the regulation of skill games, which had been…
Apollo Global Management Inc. is set to join the prestigious S&P 500 index, marking a major milestone in the firm's growth. This move comes alongside Workday Inc.'s inclusion, as the alternative asset manager sees its market value soar.
Apollo’s addition to the S&P 500 is the latest recognition of its growing influence in the financial world.…
Nevada gaming regulators are set to examine the complexities of sportsbook house rules, which often lead to disputes between patrons and operators over payouts. Kirk Hendrick, chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, proposed the creation of a task force in 2025 to address these concerns. Speaking at the Gaming Law Conference in Las Vegas,…
Two Companies Show Interest in New Hampshire's Embattled Concord Casino, but Sale Faces Obstacles
Two Las Vegas-based companies are vying for control of Concord Casino, but recent legal setbacks have complicated the sale, with a state judge ruling that the current owner, Anthony Sanborn, must close the deal or face revocation of his gambling license.
Last…
Grand Opening Pushed Back by Five Days, but Special Celebrations Await
Caesars Virginia has officially announced that its grand opening has been delayed to December 17, 2024, a five-day pushback from the original date of December 12. While the company did not provide an explanation for the delay, it did reveal exciting plans for the…
$100 Million Owensboro Gaming Complex Set to Open with Games, Dining, and Entertainment
Churchill Downs is set to debut its newest expansion, Owensboro Racing & Gaming, on February 12, 2025. The new $100 million gaming and entertainment venue, located east of Owensboro at 460 Wrights Landing Road, promises to bring a wealth of excitement to…
Scientific Games (SG) has sealed a new technology agreement with the North Dakota Lottery, continuing their long-standing partnership. This deal promises to elevate the Lottery's customer experience and strengthen its digital and retail gaming solutions.
Strengthening a 20-Year Partnership
This new collaboration is the latest chapter in a two-decade-long partnership between SG and the North Dakota…
Peter & Sons, a rising star in the iGaming industry, has joined forces with White Hat Gaming to strengthen its presence in the United Kingdom. Facilitated by Light & Wonder, the partnership will see Peter & Sons’ distinctive slot games integrated into White Hat Gaming’s network, marking a significant step in the studio’s growth strategy.
Peter…