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Donald Trump Indictment Sways Political Bettors, But Remains 2024 Favorite
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a grand jury in Manhattan. The indictment brought against the 45th president of the United States remains sealed by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. The exact nature of the charge(s) remains unclear. But the...
Georgia Sports Betting on Hold Until 2024, as Lawmakers Stall Gaming Expansion
Georgia sports betting efforts are officially dead for 2023, after the General Assembly adjourned late Wednesday night. Despite a flurry of bills introduced to expand gaming in the Peach State and recent polling suggesting adequate public support to authorize gambling on sports,...
Morgan Stanley: Philippines Asking Price for State-Owned Casinos Too Pricey
Investment bank Morgan Stanley said in an advisory note this week that the Philippines government seeking nearly $1.5 billion for its state-owned land-based casinos is likely a bit rich. The Philippines is home to commercial and government-run casinos. The Southeast Asia island...
Steve Wynn Discounts Beverly Hills Mansion Listing Price by $15M, Now Offered for $85M
Former casino tycoon Steve Wynn has been trying to sell his sprawling Beverly Hills mansion, one of the most expensive private residencies in the US, since early 2021. More than two years later, and with an expensive sales tax forthcoming in Los...
Cordish Continues To Fight State College Casino, Seeks Bid Discovery
The Cordish Companies is seemingly doing the people's work in State College, Pa.. That's as the Baltimore-based gaming and hospitality firm continues to fight against an approved plan for Bally's to place a casino inside the Nittany Mall near Penn State University's...
US Gamblers Lost $157B in 2022, Casinos Still King Despite Industry Expansion
Gamblers in the United States lost about $157 billion in 2022. That's according to a tally from Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, a California-based research firm focused on casino, iGaming, and lottery insights. The legal gaming landscape in the US has changed greatly...
North Carolina House Lawmakers Have Change of Heart, Approve Sports Betting
The North Carolina House of Representatives rejected a sports betting measure last year by a single vote. But with 30 new House lawmakers in the lower bicameral chamber for the state's 2023 legislative session, the tide has turned in favor of authorizing...
Strat Las Vegas Expands Paid Parking Program Dubbed ‘Stratvantage’
Add the Strat to the list of Las Vegas Strip casinos now charging for some of its self-parking. Though some Las Vegas locals say the Strip ends before the Strat, the hotel-casino headlined by its iconic observation tower has long been advertised...
Massachusetts Gaming Regulators Reach Compromise for Sports Betting Affiliates
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has finalized its rules on affiliate marketing for the state's licensed sports betting operators. Affiliate marketing is a major component of the legal US sports betting industry, with Casino.org being a major player. Affiliate marketing as it...
NBA Star Bradley Beal Probed for Response to Disgruntled Sports Bettor
NBA superstar Bradley Beal is having an off year by his high standards. The Washington Wizards shooting guard allegedly didn't take too kindly to the latest criticism directed his way. Following the Wizards' road loss to the Orlando Magic last Tuesday, March...
