Industry Headlines

By Sadonna Price

Red Rock’s $780m Durango Casino Receives Nevada Greenlight

September 22, 2023

Summary: The casino is considered a luxury property. Durango will open on November 20. The new property has received around 25,000 applications. Gaming commissioners in Nevada have given the green light to the new Durango Casino, a luxury property owned and soon operated by Red Rock Resorts. The new Nevada casino will open on November […]

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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Weigh Casino Smoking Ban Legislation

September 21, 2023

Summary: State House Health Committee Chairman Dan Frankel held the hearing. Casino dealers and gaming/health experts were on hand. Casino operators did not testify during the hearing. After banning smoking in most public areas over a decade ago, some lawmakers feel it is now time to close all loopholes to protect the public, especially casino […]

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MGM Resorts Avoids Major Slot Issue After Cyberattack

September 20, 2023

Summary: Slots were one portion of computerized systems attacked. Machines at the casino have dark screens or error messages currently. The hackers could have glitched the systems and spit out inaccurate payment vouchers. MGM Resorts International reportedly dodged a huge bullet with the recent cyberattack by hackers. According to one industry expert, damage was done, […]

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Bally’s Pushes Casino Bid with Free Bus Announcement

September 19, 2023

Summary: A small 20-seat bus will start running on October 1 The bus will run for three months. The Bronx is hurting for transit, and this could help alleviate transportation issues. With so many casino companies vying for licensing in New York City, every bidder is trying to stand out from the competition. For Ballys’, […]

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The Venetian to Welcome High-Limit Gaming Lounge This Fall

September 18, 2023

Summary Slots and table games will be separated. The lounge will include a bar and private casino host. Self-pay will be available on all games. This year, a new high-end gaming lounge is coming to the Venetian Resort Las Vegas. The fall season will welcome the new facility, offering 15,000 square feet of space with […]

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Caesars and MGM Still Dealing with Cyber Attack

September 15, 2023

Summary: Caesars reported that it cannot guarantee data loss. MGM still has systems down due to the attack. MGM Resort plans on paying employees today as normal. The recent cyberattacks against MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment have caused several issues for the gaming giants. Reports have surfaced this week that show the after-effects the […]

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Caesars Entertainment Pays Millions to Same Hacker as MGM

September 14, 2023

Summary: The hackers threatened to release data. A regulatory filing is coming soon to disclose information on the attack. The announcement comes just days after MGM reported its cyberattack. It seems hackers are at it again, and they are targeting casino properties. Just a few days ago, we reported that MGM Resorts International was subject […]

By Sadonna Price

AGA Reveals Responsible Gambling Tools are Understood, Just Under-Utilized

September 13, 2023

Summary: Can responsible gambling tools be made ‘cool’? Players are not using responsible gambling tools when wagering. Industry regulators and operators want to encourage tool usage. Responsible gambling messaging is everywhere. Players can access ads, websites, and promotions showcasing how to gamble responsibly. According to the American Gaming Association (AGA), players see and understand the […]

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Major Security Breach Cripples MGM Resorts

September 12, 2023

Summary: Systems were shut down to stop the issue. Patrons were told to call directly for hotel reservations. The investigation is ongoing, but MGM is operational. On Monday, MGM Resorts International was busy behind the scenes trying to repair a major cybersecurity issue. The incident is not being called a cyberattack, but credit card transactions […]

By Sadonna Price

Las Vegas Casino Employee Unions Consider Strike Over Contract Talk Issues

September 8, 2023

Summary: A new five-year bargaining agreement is in the works. A strike will occur at the month’s end if no deal is made. The unions have been in talks since April with Caesars Entertainment, MGM, and Wynn Resorts. Since April, the Culinary Workers Local 226 and the Bartenders Local 165 have been negotiating with casinos […]