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Decision to Demolish East Cannery Casino Boyd Gaming, the owner of the Eastside Cannery Casino, has officially approved the demolition of the aging casino building. This structure was originally built on the site of the former Nevada Palace following its tear down. Currently, Boyd Gaming is shifting focus away from the Eastside Cannery, planning to […]

Strategic Land Acquisition and Financing for Live! Casino Virginia The gaming industry’s expansion often hinges on developers successfully navigating real estate transactions and financial arrangements that balance risk with reward. The Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia project in Petersburg, valued at $1.4 billion, exemplifies how strategic investments in real estate play a critical role in […]

Overview of Pennsylvania’s Casino-Backed Property Tax Relief For nearly twenty years, Pennsylvania homeowners have benefited from decreased property taxes supported by casino revenues. In 2024, the program is expected to distribute over $1 billion to reduce local school taxes, marking the highest level of support since its inception. However, questions have arisen about whether the […]

Unified Online Gaming Licensing Across the Emirates The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is preparing to expand its regulated gaming sector by implementing a new framework that grants a single online gaming license to each of its seven emirates. This licensing model follows the existing approach for land-based casinos, in which each emirate permits only one […]

MLB Commissioner Highlights the League’s Partnership with Gambling Companies Major League Baseball, like many professional sports organizations, has both influenced and been influenced by the surge in sports betting. Commissioner Rob Manfred has defended the league’s collaborations with gambling firms, noting that these alliances play a crucial role in monitoring and mitigating potential fraudulent activities. […]

Overview of the Proposed Gambling Reforms Belgium’s Gambling Commission, known as Kansspelcommissie (KSC), recently presented its feedback on a comprehensive new gambling bill. The legislation aims to bolster player protections, enhance regulatory oversight, and address systemic issues within the Belgian gambling sector. While supportive of the need for reform, the KSC urged lawmakers to adopt […]

Denmark’s government has launched a wide-ranging reform package that fundamentally changes the country’s gambling regulations. This legislation introduces stricter advertising rules, enhanced oversight, and better support systems for individuals at risk of gambling addiction. Lawmakers have also signaled that further reforms are in progress, emphasizing Denmark’s commitment to modernizing its gambling framework. Strict New Limits […]

Unified Support Against Racing Tax The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has revealed that the entire horseracing sector stands united in support of the campaign to eliminate the proposed racing tax. Through an open letter addressed to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, industry leaders voiced their deep concerns about a government plan to standardize gambling taxes […]

Immediate Ban on Yomoly by Swedish Gambling Authority Sweden’s official gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has taken decisive action by banning the skins gambling operator Yomoli Ltd effective immediately. This ban came after the regulator discovered that Yomoly was actively offering its services to Swedish players without holding the necessary license. Details of the Ban and Investigation […]

Concerns Raised by the Betting and Gaming Council The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) in the UK has issued a warning regarding proposed tax increases on gambling activities. The council cautions that raising these taxes could lead to the loss of thousands of jobs and harm the broader economy. They urge the government to focus […]