Analysts attributed the state’s gaming industry to a second straight month of sales declines in August to bad timing and good luck for players. Nevada’s total gaming orders in August were $1.16 billion, down 3.8% from the same period last year, according to the Nevada Gaming Commission. The drop in game win rates is typically…
Yggdrasil today announces the launch of its first full-d progressive jackpot, Joker Millions, which will be available to players from the end of February with an expected drop of 1.3 million euros. Joker Millions is an interesting game as well as when playing jackpot spin. Unlike most online progressive jackpot slots, the base game has…
1X2gaming is excited to release The Fate of Aladdin, a flash slot based on the famous Middle Eastern folktales of a young man who discovered a magic lamp. Ever wanted to grant all your wishes? Now you can use a new 50-line slot Aladdin’s Destiny, featuring the magical free spin gemstone and the evil ‘Lord…
After offering to buy Pinnacle real estate assets in January, the company again offered a total of $4.1 billion. The two companies failed to offer terms to participate, and are now making public offers for Pinnacle shareholders to see. The deal would allow shareholders to secure one share of Pinnacle’s casino-operated shares and 0.5517 GLPI…
The casino’s Chinese developer, Imperial Pacific, had initially hoped to finish the project back in 2016. In a filing, Imperial Pacific said the delay was due to “the drastic reduction and non-availability of sufficient skilled and qualified construction laborers locally in Saipan and mainland USA.” Construction workers may have been put off by recent reports…
Speaking with CNBC this week, Donaghy opined that the recent decision by the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to repeal of the longstanding federal ban won’t curb illicit sports betting networks. “People think that these underground bookies are going to go away. I think there’s going to be more,” Donaghy declared. “I think…
The WPT World Championship Festival in Win Las Vegas is once again making headlines by hosting the Club WPT Gold $5 million Invitational Free Roll, the largest free roll in poker history. This groundbreaking event not only continues the tradition of a record-breaking tournament, but also marks the introduction of Club WPT Gold, the latest…
Macau, which beat Las Vegas sales last year, reported a loss of gaming sales for the first time. Sales for September were reported to be down 3% compared to the same month last year. Shares of U.S. casino companies fell even further, as most big names in Las Vegas also invested in the Macau market.…
Governor Jack Markel signed a sports bet at an event at Delaware Park racetrack and casino. After officially approving the bill, the governor said he looks forward to working with three Lachinos in Delaware to make the sports lottery a success. “There is tremendous interest in sports lottery in our region and across the country,”…
California Online Poker Goes One Step Further Finally, Commission Passes Shell Bill
California appears to be finally taking steps to push legislation on the issue after holding its first-ever committee vote on iPoker. In a unanimous vote, the Congressional Government Organizing Committee agreed to further discuss the shell bill, AB 431, at future online poker-themed hearings. The vote is the first step toward pursuing legislation like Representative…
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