Penn National to lay off nearly 1,150 workers in Louisiana
July 7, 2020
Operator wary of uncertain business volumes due to social distancing measures.
Detroit Tigers become first MLB team to Partner with online sportsbook
July 3, 2020
PointsBet and the Detroit Tigers announce multi-year partnership starting this season which will bring new enhancements to game days at Comerica Park.
Golden Nugget Atlantic City reopens
July 2, 2020
Famed NJ casino reopens following CDC guidelines and executive order from Governor Phil Murphy prohibiting indoor dining.
Twin River purchases casinos in Kansas City and Vicksburg for $230m
July 2, 2020
Twin River Worldwide Holdings has completed its acquisition of the Isle of Capri Casino in Kansas City, Missouri, and the Lady Luck Casino in Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Nevada casinos in May down 99.4% from last year
July 1, 2020
The state Gaming Control Board’s report released on Tuesday shows a dramatic plummet in casino earnings.
Kambi signs Four Winds Casinos partnership
July 1, 2020
Kambi Group has entered into a new partnership agreement with the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Four Winds Casinos.
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City remains closed
June 30, 2020
The announcement was made following Gov. Phil Murphy’s ban outlined in Phase 2 of New Jersey’s return strategy due to COVID-19.
Three more MGM properties to reopen on the Las Vegas Strip this week
June 29, 2020
Aria, Mandalay Bay and Four Seasons Las Vegas will reopen with “Seven-Point Safety Plan” on July 1.
New Quil Ceda Creek Casino scheduled to open early next year
June 29, 2020
The new casino will more than double the size of the existing casino.
Facial coverings now mandatory in all Nevada public places, including casinos
June 26, 2020
All Nevada casinos must comply with Gov. Steve Sisolak’s directive and require visitors to wear masks and facial coverings when in public spaces.
Masks now mandatory in all Caesars properties
June 25, 2020
Caesars Entertainment announced Wednesday that masks will be required by everyone inside its properties, and those who refuse will be directed to leave.
No roulette, craps or poker when MA casinos reopen
June 24, 2020
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission approved a set of requirements for the future opening of its three casinos.
Chile aiming to allow online gambling
June 24, 2020
To negate the impact COVID-19 has had on the market, casino operators aim to expand operations by including online gambling.
No 2020 vote to legalize sports betting in California
June 23, 2020
Lawmaker pulls SCA 6 ahead of delayed suspense hearing.
Atlantic City casinos open for 4 July weekend
June 23, 2020
New Jersey Governor announces Atlantic City casinos and indoor dining can reopen 2 July at 25% capacity.
Caesars properties offering $20 free play for wearing face masks
June 22, 2020
You will have heard of responsible gambling – but Caesars Palace, Flamengo Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas are using gambling to reward responsible social distancing.
State-wide cashless payment options likely for Nevada gamblers
June 22, 2020
Thursday’s Nevada Gaming Commission hearing will likely be influenced by AGA’s Payments Modernization Policy Principles.
Luxor to reopen Thursday
June 22, 2020
Luxor and its iconic pyramid is next MGM property to reopen on the Strip.
Being at the ready: Sun Gaming CEO Q & A
June 22, 2020
Seizing opportunities in the time of the stranded gambler. This article was originally published in the May/June edition of Gaming America.
