Senior government officials in the United Arab Emirates have been quick to deny any claims that they intend to legalize gambling anytime soon. However, that hasn’t stopped casino operators from giving it their best go, and they seem optimistic that those efforts are moving things in the right direction. the Gulf state is seriously considering…
If you like poker and international travel, perhaps the WSOP London in July is a good fit for you! Back after a decade away, the tournament will hold events there from July 27th to August 13th at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel. And this event is hosted and presented by GGPoker. WSOP London will…
Three people who applied strong glue to their hands to steal casino chips received prison sentences this week. The three Chinese nationals all pled guilty to conducting the theft at the Marina Bay Sands casino resort in Singapore, receiving prison sentences ranging between seven and ten months. The trio stole S$1,575 (US$1,182) worth of casino…
Planning Las Vegas travel? Well, soon folks in California will have the option of taking the Las Vegas bullet train! Plans are to construct the 200 mph Las Vegas bullet train by 2026, which will make the trip in about two hours! Happy May Day to everyone! And Happy Cinco de Mayo is this week!…
A new bill in Maine, “An Act to Create Economic Opportunity for Wabanaki Nations Through Internet Gaming,” would give online casino exclusivity to tribes. The four federally recognized tribes in the state already have the exclusive rights to operate mobile sportsbooks; this arrangement would not change under the new proposal. Sports betting became legal last…
Just in time for the Cinco de Mayo holiday we have our review of the Mucho Grande Jackpots slot machine from Eclipse Gaming! This is a festive, five reel game with eight rows and 50 paylines! It has a south of the border theme with multi-level jackpots, multipliers and free spins, a pick’em feature, and…
Crown Resorts has received an AU$30m (US$20m) fine from the gambling watchdog in Victoria for allowing patrons to cash bank checks. The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) believes the practice worsened gambling-related harm and likely aided “criminal infiltration by money launderers.” Australia has strict controls related to the use of checks for gambling…
The 2023 WSOP registration is now open online! This will be the second year that the event is back on the iconic Las Vegas Strip! The event will be held at the Horseshoe Casino and Paris Las Vegas, and you can check out the events details here. In an exciting development, WSOP players now have…
MGM Resorts-owned LeoVegas is reportedly lining up the acquisition of digital games studio Push Gaming in a deal worth approximately €150m ($164m). According to sources close to the matter, the deal at post-legal status ahead of an official announcement expected this week or next. Industry experts view the acquisition as a strategic move that will…
There has been much speculation about the Oakland A’s move to Las Vegas. But now, all the rumors have been confirmed. Oakland’s baseball team is headed for Sin City, and they will become the latest franchise to make the move from the bay to the desert. With the approval of MLB, the Athletics signed a…
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