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Relief Could Soon Come To Colorado Casinos Thanks To New Initiative

Initiative No. 257 will appear on the November general election ballot. If passed, gaming towns in Colorado could leverage it to expand casino game offerings. Read More

Posted on: September 8, 2020 | | Grant Lucas

Hard Rock International Exec: Las Vegas Casinos Will Come Back

The world is different as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the US casino business hasn’t escaped unscathed. Las Vegas in particular is being hit hard, from closures to layoffs. While regional casinos are seeing visitors within driving distance, Las Vegas depends on visitors flying in from all over the world. However, Hard Rock […] Read More

Posted on: September 4, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

These Are The Largest Casinos In The US — And None Are In Las Vegas

Here is a look at the largest casinos in the US by size. Surprisingly, none of the casinos are located in the state of Nevada. Read More

Posted on: September 2, 2020 | | Nicholaus Garcia

In Another Devastating Blow, MGM Resorts Lays Off 18,000 Casino Employees

MGM Resorts CEO Bob Hornbuckle announced a quarter of MGM's entire US staff - previously furloughed - would be laid off effective immediately. Read More

Posted on: September 1, 2020 | | Nicholaus Garcia

These Three Online Gambling Stocks Are Ones To Watch

The trend of online gambling operators becoming publicly traded companies continues as Golden Nugget and MGM Resorts look to follow DraftKings' plan. Read More

Posted on: August 25, 2020 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Between Cancellations, Closures and Layoffs, Las Vegas Hammered By Pandemic

Las Vegas is getting hammered by the coronavirus. Sin City is reeling from event cancellations, casino closures, and multiple rounds of layoffs. Read More

Posted on: August 12, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

Michigan Sports Betting Gets Relaunch With Casino Reopenings

With Detroit's three commercial casinos finally being allowed to reopen, Michigan sports betting will get another chance to shine. Read More

Posted on: August 6, 2020 | | Nicholaus Garcia

WSOP ONLINE: Bracelet Series Scores Big Numbers, Big Names

A rundown of the star winners, big prizes and amazing results in the World Series of Poker Online. Read More

Posted on: August 3, 2020 | | Sean Chaffin

Detroit, Michigan Casino Revenue Takes A Nosedive In June

Michigan casino gaming revenue fell 60% due to the pandemic, offering a bleak look at what months of closures can do to a local gambling industry. Read More

Posted on: July 27, 2020 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Legal Online Casinos Come To West Virginia Via DraftKings

West Virginia becomes the fourth state offering online casino gaming with the launch of DraftKings Casino. The state also has legal sports betting. Read More

Posted on: July 16, 2020 | | Nicholaus Garcia