Industry Headlines

By Sadonna Price

New Jersey August iGaming Revenues Flourish while Land-Based Casinos Struggle

September 17, 2024

Summary: iGaming hits new record with $198m+ in August earnings. Six of nine land-based casinos saw a decrease in revenues. Only three casinos won more than pre-pandemic numbers. Online gaming in the Garden State is booming, as players are logging in now more than ever. The state has released the August totals, showing online activity […]

By Sadonna Price

NGCB Takes Action to Add Armed Security at Casinos

September 12, 2024

Summary: The county sheriff’s department will conduct background checks on security applicants. Applicants must register for CCW for 120 days. Active-duty and retired law enforcement can obtain licensing without the extra processes. Las Vegas casinos have seen a shortage of armed security officers due to existing rules and regulations for the hiring process. The shortage […]

By Sadonna Price

One-Year Anniversary for Bally’s Chicago Temporary Casino

September 10, 2024

Summary: Bally’s Chicago has celebrated one year at the temporary casino at Medinah Temple. The 1.3M visitors to the city’s first casino generated $12.9M in local taxes, lower than projections. Demolition work has started at the permanent casino site. On Monday, Bally’s Chicago celebrated its one-year anniversary at the temporary site of the city’s first […]

By Sadonna Price

AGA Research Reveals Americans Are More Open to Gaming

August 28, 2024

Summary: Over half of adults in the US (55%) participated in some form of gambling in the past year. Engagement levels in the gaming industry have risen to almost 9 in 10 adults. 122 million American adults visited a casino in the past year. The American Gaming Association (AGA) regularly hosts studies to see the […]

By Sadonna Price

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises Make Major Changes to Casino Perks

August 23, 2024

Summary Free casino cruisers must pay a $200 deposit on casino reservations. The $200 will be turned into an Onboard Credit during a future reservation. Any unused amount is refunded to the card on file after the trip ends. Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises have made major changes to their casino rules that may upset […]

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Sands Ramps Up Efforts for Legalized Gambling in Dallas

July 31, 2024

Summary: Las Vegas Sands is pushing for a Dallas casino. Officials met in Hurst to discuss possible legislation. Mayors from several cities were in attendance during a recent meeting. For a few years now, major gambling companies have been pushing to see commercial casino legislation passed in Texas. Las Vegas Sands is a strong driver […]

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Winnebago Tribe to Open WarHorse Omaha on August 6

July 24, 2024

Summary: The launch date and hours of operation were unanimously approved. WarHorse Casino will remain open 24 hours a day. Ho-Chunk Inc. is the builder and operator behind the casino. The WarHorse Casino will open in Omaha on August 6, as the Winnebago Tribe received the greenlight from the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission this […]

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The Mirage Closes Permanently for Hard Rock Replacement

July 18, 2024

Summary: The Mirage operated for 34 years in Las Vegas. The venue focused on non-gaming amenities The final night featured one last volcano show. The Mirage Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is officially closed, having first opened on November 22, 1989. The venue was launched by Steve Wynn, the former Wynn Resorts mogul. The […]

By Sadonna Price

MGCB Continues Fight Against Illegal Skill Games

July 17, 2024

Summary: The board is being questioned in the legitimacy of its effort to fight illegal gambling. An increase in electronic gaming machines in bars and restaurants in Michigan has been seen. The board says such games are illegal and should not be allowed in the state. This week, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has […]

By Sadonna Price

Harrah’s Northern California Casino Announces New HotSeat Jackpot

July 12, 2024

Summary: Players can wager $1-$100 against one another to try and win a jackpot prize. The casino is said to be the first to offer this type of bet. The jackpot is player funded. “HotSeat Jackpot” is now live at Harrah’s Northern California Casino and is the first time a US casino has offered a […]