Colorado Bill Targets Tax Breaks for Sports Betting Operators In a significant move to enhance the state’s revenue, Colorado lawmakers are spearheading legislation aimed at closing the loophole that currently allows sportsbook operators, who engage in sports betting, to deduct free wagers from their taxable income. This proposed bill, House Bill 1311, introduced by State […]
Victim Files Lawsuit Against Four Queens Casino Regarding Casino Security The Four Queens Hotel & Casino, located on Fremont Street in Las Vegas, is facing legal action after a stabbing incident in June 2023. Victim George Beatty has initiated a lawsuit against the venue, claiming inadequate casino security measures led to severe injuries he sustained […]
How South Carolina’s Move Impacts the Future of Commercial Casinos and the Gambling Economy Lawmakers in South Carolina are currently evaluating legislation that could pave the way for commercial casinos in certain regions of the state. This legislative proposal has ignited a passionate dialogue among the public, reflecting a split in opinions regarding the social […]
Update: Clarification on the Casino Licensing Application for Bally’s Development The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) recently issued a critical clarification regarding the complex process of casino licensing for the proposed development in State College. Addressing prior misconceptions, the PGCB announced that the current application submitted by Bally’s is specifically focused on securing an interactive […]
How a $10 Million Bally’s Acquisition Could Fund a New Casino License Project in the Bronx Bally’s has made headlines by purchasing the Preston High School property in the Bronx for $10 million, a strategic move that signals a major expansion of their footprint in the region. While this investment preserves the legacy of Jennifer […]
Massachusetts Orders Cessation of Illegal Greyhound Betting in Dog Racing The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office has issued a formal demand for North Dakota-licensed Lien Games Racing to cease its operations of greyhound betting on state residents. This enforcement action comes in direct response to the violation of state laws prohibiting dog racing. Image by herbert2512 […]
From Financial Crime to Gambling Addiction: The Tragic Downfall of an Ex-NFL Player A federal jury in Houston, Texas, has found Anthony Hutchison, a former running back for the Chicago Bears and Buffalo Bills, guilty of orchestrating a complex $6 million fraud and bribery scheme that deceived the Houston Independent School District (HISD). While the […]
Macau Casinos and Integrated Resorts Face Low Risk of Revenge Tariffs on US Operations As the landscape of global gaming shifts, the strategic decisions of the three principal US-based operators managing major Macau casinos have come under intense scrutiny. These operators are currently navigating the complexities of international trade relations, particularly amidst heightened tensions between […]
Evolution Nears Conclusion in Online Gaming Investigation into the Entity Behind the Controversial 2021 Report Evolution AB, a leading online gaming service provider, is diligently working on a gaming investigation to uncover the entity that commissioned a controversial report in 2021. This report, created by the Israeli intelligence firm Black Cube, alleged that Evolution operated […]
Winning Big with Lottery Games: Lessons from the Texas Lottery Scandal The Texas Lottery Commission is facing a crisis as its director, Ryan Mindell, has resigned following growing scrutiny surrounding a $95 million jackpot lottery scandal. This controversy has sent shockwaves through the industry, fundamentally changing how players approach the excitement of lottery games. The […]