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Job Market Shows Signs of Improvement Despite facing a downturn in tourism, Las Vegas saw a modest increase in both consumer spending and employment in September. According to the Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation, the city experienced a 0.4% rise in job numbers, reflecting a positive shift in the local economy. Employment Gains in […]

Increased Focus on Illegal Gambling Penalties in Florida’s Upcoming Legislative Session As the Florida Legislature prepares to meet from January 13 to March 13, there is a rising call among officials and the public to toughen the state’s currently lenient penalties related to illegal gambling activities. Addressing the Persistent Issue of Illegal Gambling Illegal gambling […]

Estonia’s Gambling Tax Reduction Approved Estonia’s parliament has passed a proposal to lower the gambling tax rate from 6% to 4%, signaling a strategic move to strengthen the country’s position in the European iGaming industry. The decision, passed with a vote of 51 to 31, is part of Estonia’s ambition to become a leading hub […]

Union Members Protest for Fair Treatment at Harry Reid Airport Dozens of workers from the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 gathered near Harry Reid Airport on Thursday to demand improvements in their working conditions, with a particular focus on increasing their pay. Key Demands: Wages, Healthcare, and Pensions Employees at Harry Reid Airport are advocating […]

Background of the Dispute The ongoing conflict between hedge fund HG Vora and Penn Entertainment has intensified, focusing on the conclusions drawn by Penn’s special legal committee (SLC). HG Vora has criticized the committee’s report, claiming numerous factual inaccuracies in its evaluation. Board Size Reduction and Legal Challenge The disagreement originated when Penn Entertainment reduced […]

Overview of Wynn Al Marjan Island Project Wynn Resorts is set to introduce its Al Marjan Island development, slated to open in early 2027, marking a landmark as the first casino resort in the Middle East. Industry analysts predict that gaming will dominate the resort’s revenue, contributing up to 89% of its total income. Gaming […]

Ukraine’s New Gamble on Regulating Online Casinos Ukraine has taken decisive action against illegal online gambling by targeting thousands of unauthorized casinos. Spearheading this effort is PlayCity, the country’s newly established regulatory authority, committed to curbing the influence of unlicensed operators across the nation. Transition to a Transparent Regulatory Body PlayCity stepped in to replace […]

Indiana Considers Adding a 14th Casino License Indiana is currently exploring the possibility of issuing a new casino license, with a particular focus on Fort Wayne, a prominent city in the northeastern part of the state. This initiative aims to expand the state’s gaming industry, but the discussions have grown more complex than initially anticipated. […]

New Developments in Evolution and Playtech Legal Dispute The prolonged legal conflict between Evolution and Playtech has taken an unexpected turn in New Jersey. Recently submitted sworn testimony by the investigative firm Black Cube introduces new technical evidence that could significantly impact regulatory and judicial perspectives on the case. Black Cube Refocuses Allegations Toward Evolution […]

International Game Technology (IGT) has appointed Hector Fernandez as its new CEO, signaling a fresh direction for the combined gaming, digital, and financial technology enterprise. Fernandez steps into this role at a pivotal moment, following the unification of IGT’s Gaming & Digital division with Everi Holdings under one corporate identity. IGT’s Distinct Market Position and […]