ZenSports Hopes to Bring Sports Betting Exchange to US This Year
An American entrepreneur and his team believe they have a solution for the future of sports betting, and it’s one they hope to offer somewhere in the US in the…
CS:GO Betting Approved for Sportsbooks by Nevada Regulators
The Nevada Gaming Control Board took the landmark step of approving wagering on the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) ESL Pro League this week, giving sportsbooks an esports betting option at…
Santa Anita Suspends Live Racing Upon Order by LA County Health Dept.
Santa Anita abruptly shut down its live racing meet on Friday upon the order of the Los Angeles County Health Department. The southern California track becomes the latest to suspend…
Chickasaw, Choctaw Sue Insurance Firms to Secure Coronavirus Payouts
Oklahoma casino operators the Chickasaw and Choctaw nations are suing a group of insurance firms, seeking a declaration that financial damages incurred during the coronavirus shutdown will be paid. The…
Tip-Sharing Proposal Could Reignite Las Vegas Worker Legal Challenges
Once Nevada’s current shutdown of restaurants and casinos ends, workers at bars, restaurants, and other venues will face a controversial federal proposal where employees could be forced to share tips…
Adleson Pressed for Coronavirus Stimulus, but LVS Won’t Take Aid
Las Vegas Sands (NYSE:LVS) Chairman and CEO Sheldon Adelson used his extensive network of political contacts to press Congress to pass a stimulus package to help industries and workers affected…
MGM Resorts Becomes Latest Operator Hit With Credit Downgrade
MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) is joining a growing list of gaming companies seeing their credit grades lowered amid the coronavirus pandemic, with Fitch Ratings trimming the Bellagio operator to “BB-”…
Massachusetts Casinos Will Remain Closed Until at Least April 7
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) says the state’s three commercial casinos will remain closed until April 7. Encore Boston Harbor and two other Massachusetts casinos remain closed. (Image: Jim Mahoney/Everett…
Nevada Grades Well on Social Distancing Report Card, Could Expedite Casinos Reopening
Nevada is doing its part when it comes to social distancing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Las Vegas and Nevada are heeding advice to social distance. (Image: David Becker/Elko…
Eldorado Facing Costly Time Consideration to Seal Caesars Deal
Eldorado Resorts (NASDAQ:ERI) doesn’t have time on its side regarding consummation of its $17.3 billion takeover of rival Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ:CZR). That’s because with each day that passes and the…