Industry Headlines

By Sadonna Price

Shuttered Western Casino in Downtown Vegas, Once Again for Sale

March 26, 2024

Summary: In 2012, the Western Hotel & Casino was shuttered and put up for sale, but to no avail. Now, the downtown Vegas property is back on the market. Tony Hsieh’s father, Richard Hsieh, who currently manages the estate, wants to sell it. In 2012, The Western Hotel & Casino located on Fremont Street in […]

By Sadonna Price

New Mississippi Bill Could Threaten New Casinos and Property Owners

March 25, 2024

Summary: The bill would stop competition regarding the 12 existing casinos on the coast. Public leases for gambling/gambling services would cease near the beach. The state would claim ownership of private waterfront property. The state of Mississippi seems to want more control over the coastal waterfront such as in the Mississippi Gulf Coast (pictured) and […]

By Sadonna Price

Oregon and California Tribes Oppose Coquille Indian Tribe Casino Efforts

March 22, 2024

Summary: Four tribes have asked US Interior Secretary Haaland to stop the project. The Coquille Indian Tribe would like to turn a bowling alley into a casino. The opposing tribes feel the casino would cause them harm. US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland has received correspondence from four tribes, located in Oregon and California, that want […]

By Sadonna Price

Fontainebleau Las Vegas Files Countersuit Against Wynn in Poaching Case

March 21, 2024

Summary: At least eight executives from Wynn moved to Fontainebleau. Wynn says the casino hired individuals with non-compete clauses. Several accusations have been made in the case between the two companies. In late February, Wynn Las Vegas accused the Fontainebleau Las Vegas of hiring employees bound by a non-compete clause. Fontainebleau vehemently denies this, stating […]

By Sadonna Price

Tropicana Honors Employees with Tribute Before Shutting Doors

March 19, 2024

Summary Over 700 Tropicana employee names will flash up this week. The casino hosted a job fair last week for its employees to seek other positions. The property is shutting down to make way for a new Oakland A’s MLB stadium. The Tropicana casino is closing its doors in just a few weeks, leaving over […]

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Wynn Resorts Unveils New Details for NYC Casino Project

March 14, 2024

Summary: A 750-seat public school is included in the plans. 35,000 union construction jobs would be created with the project. The project is expected to cost up to $12 billion. Wynn Resorts and Related Companies have provided more details on their New York City casino proposal. The partnership plans to spend upwards of $12 billion […]

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HRC Northern Indiana Reports Successful Month in February

March 13, 2024

Summary: Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana records a 10% revenue boost in February 2024 compared to February 2023. The venue managed to beat all of its 11 competitors for the 28th consecutive month. The figures came despite the decline in the market. Ever since its opening on May 14, 2021, Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana […]

By Sadonna Price

Galaxsys Inks Fortune Coins Casino Deal, Taps Social Casino Market

March 8, 2024

Summary: Galaxsys has made its debut on the social casino market in North America with a fresh Fortune Coins Casino deal. The partnership will allow Fortune Coins Casino to get access to Galaxsys’ innovative games. Galaxsys is currently expanding its market reach. Innovative games studio boasting a versatile portfolio of award-winning games, Galaxsys, has partnered […]

By Sadonna Price

Hartland Tribal Casino Scammer Reportedly Arrested

March 7, 2024

Summary: Jesus Gaytan-Garcia has been charged with tricking a casino employee for the money. The casino is owned and operated by the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. The incident took place in July. It’s been a few months since an elaborate heist occurred at the Four Winds Casino in Hartland, Michigan, and police now think […]

By Sadonna Price

Bally’s Launches Online Gambling in Rhode Island

March 6, 2024

Summary: Bally’s is the only operator in the state. The last state to launch iGaming was Connecticut in 2021. Over 170 slot games were offered during the initial launch. Finally! Another state in the US has launched online casino gaming. Rhode Island was the latest state to enter the fray, with Bally’s starting up its […]