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By Sadonna Price

Detroit Casinos Call for Mask Mandates Again as COVID-19 Cases Surge

November 24, 2021

Summary MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Greektown Casino require face masks for entry. Anyone over the age of 2 must wear a mask indoors. Vaccination status does not play a role in mask wearing. The number of positive COVID-19 cases are increasing in Michigan, with gambling operators making a tough decision to go back […]

By Sadonna Price

Atlantic City’s Nine Casinos See Growth in Q3 Financial Report

November 23, 2021

Summary July, August and September saw more than $310m in profit for the casinos. More than double the $151m earned in the same quarter for 2020. The recovery of Atlantic City is steadily gaining momentum and on track for an impressive 2021. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement recently released the gross operating profits […]

By Rachel Bennett

NGC To Consider Removing In-person Verification For Cashless Gaming

November 22, 2021

Summary Nevada Gaming Commission asked to remove in-person verification requirement Land based casino players should be given option for online verification FinCen supports amendment to state gaming laws Online casino players in Nevada have the option of verifying their identification and address from the comfort of their homes. They can do this by uploading their […]

By Sadonna Price

Five Maryland Casinos Approved for Sports Betting Licensing

November 19, 2021

Maryland Live!, Ocean Downs Casino, MGM National Harbor, Hollywood Casino, and Horseshoe Casino all earned approval. The Commission voted 5-2 in favor of approving licensing. Mobile sports betting licensing will not take place for many months. Sports betting is finally coming to Maryland. The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission approved five casinos yesterday for licensing […]

By Sadonna Price

Maryland Casinos Not Happy with Sports Betting Delay

November 18, 2021

Local casinos write Sports Wagering Application and Review Commission to expedite licensing. Operators say the process is taking too long and not coinciding with state law. Minority requirements are likely the hold-up. The commercial casino operators in Maryland are not happy with the way sports betting licensing has progressed in the state. Horseshoe Baltimore, MGM […]

By Sadonna Price

Soaring Eagle Casino Preps for 2022 Online Platform Launch

November 17, 2021

Soaring Eagle teamed up with GAN and Kambi Group for online gambling operations The Eagle Casino & Sports platform will launch in early 2022 Services will include slots and table games plus sports betting A new online gambling operator is coming to Michigan next year. The Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort announced this week that […]

By Sadonna Price

Illinois Gambler Claims He Was Robbed Of $40k in Casino Winnings

November 16, 2021

Cordero Supe claims he was robbed at gunpoint while outside the casino. The assailants may have been working with a female to steal the $40k. Police are still searching for the individuals involved in the incident. Visiting a casino is supposed to be a fun experience, especially if you win big. For many players, a […]

By Sadonna Price

Penn National Is Fined for Recent Violations By The PGCB

November 12, 2021

Summary Penn National was fined for self-exclusion issues and underage gambling. Chester Downs and Marina LLC, and PID LLC were also fined. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board takes action against operators who break protocols. Every gaming operator offering services in the United States must adhere to regulations set forth by officials in the state in […]

By Sadonna Price

Bally Rebranding Begins at Rhode Island Casinos

November 11, 2021

Summary Former Twin River Worldwide Holdings officially changed to Bally’s after 2020 brand acquisition. The Rhode Island casinos are now known as Bally’s Twin River Lincoln and Bally’s Tiverton. Rebranding will take time including adding new employee uniforms and new signage. Twin River Worldwide Holdings made the change to Bally’s after the acquisition of the […]

By Sadonna Price

Sports Betting Will Harm Chicago Casino Revenues Says Neil Bluhm

November 10, 2021

Betting at Wrigley Field and United Center could harm tax revenues for new Chicago casino. Neil Bluhm’s Rush Street Gaming has two proposals on the table for a gaming venue. Revenues could potentially drop by over 50% if the sports areas offer betting services. A casino is coming to Chicago, but who will operate it […]