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Jeffrey Gibson Wins Borgata Big Big Series Mixed Game Event for $56,170
Summary: Jeffrey Gibson defeated Michael Falk heads up to win the mixed game event and collect $56,170 The event attracted 48 entries, with players competing across nine different poker variants over two days Gibson’s favorite game became the final battleground as he built a 6:1 lead before eliminating Falk for his second Borgata trophy Jeffrey Gibson grabbed his second Borgata trophy after defeating Michael Falk heads up in the mixed game event at Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa’s Big Big Series.
9,200 Entries, $85.6M Prize Pool: 2026 WSOP ME, Fourth Largest Field in History
Summary: The 2026 WSOP Main Event has closed registration with 9,208 entrants. The prize pool reached $85.6 million, marked as the fourth largest in WSOP history. Defending champion Michael Mizrachi and poker legend Phil Ivey remain in contention. The World Series of Poker Main Event has once again gathered one of the largest fields in poker history, with registration officially closing at 9,208 entries.
“Chipss182” Defeats “PeakyCollins” to Win 888poker Mystery Bounty
Summary: “Chipss182” claimed the $100,000 guaranteed Mystery Bounty Main Event, winning $6,333 including bounties. British player “PeakyCollins” came in second in the tournament that featured 1,865 players. Sale Week also featured other big wins, including “Kabosu69” taking $7,313 in the $265 Big Shot 525. The biggest tournament of 888poker’s Sale Week promotion has a new champion.
Four-Time WSOP Circuit Ring Winner to Plead Guilty in $1M Fraud Case
Summary: Four-time WSOP Circuit ring winner George Janssen will plead guilty to federal financial institution fraud next week. Allegedly ran a multimillion-dollar auto loan scheme targeting banks & credit unions. Janssen previously claimed he was kidnapped and extorted for two years. A US poker pro from Michigan whose disappearance two years ago sparked headlines around the world is now preparing to plead guilty to federal fraud charges.
Crushing Cooler Hits Near Bubble in WSOP’s Largest Buy-In Event Yet
Summary: Ben Tollerene flopped top set with aces against Joey Weissman’s set of kings. The massive hand occurred late on Day 2, with only 34 players left and 26 making the money. Tollerene now holds the biggest pot of the tournament; $1.96M awaits the winner. One of the nastiest hands we’re likely to see all summer at the 2025 World Series of Poker unfolded during the $50,000 High Roller, this year’s priciest buy-in event so far. It was a nightmare scenario: aces vs.
Marina Bay Sands Secures $9bn Loan for Casino Hotel Expansion
Marina Bay Sands Secures $9bn Loan for Casino Hotel Expansion February 18, 2025 Summary: Las Vegas Sands secured a $9 billion loan for Marina Bay Sands’ expansion in Singapore. The deal was possible via a consortium of 26 banks. The expansion includes a fourth hotel tower, new amenities, and an enlarged gaming floor.
LVS, Concerned About Online Competition Amid Plan to Build $6bn Casino
LV Sands, Concerned About Online Competition Amid Plan to Build $6bn Casino October 24, 2024 Summary: Las Vegas Sands chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein is concerned about the impact of online gambling on land casinos. The CEO expressed concerns about their $6 billion investment in a casino resort on New York’s Long Island. Goldstein said they were still interested in the process.
Biloxi Casino Plans Advance as MGC Considers Two Venues
Biloxi Casino Plans Advance as MGC Considers Two Venues October 17, 2024 Summary: Tullis Gardens Hotel and the Tivoli development are in the works. The casinos would be located just blocks from each other. Developers need site approval to move forward with plans. Plans to bring two new US casinos to East Biloxi, Mississippi, are advancing as developers have started seeking approvals via the state’s Gaming Commission.
Nevada Regulators Propose Solution for Armed Casino Security Shortage
Nevada Regulators Propose Solution for Armed Casino Security Shortage September 12, 2024 Summary: The Nevada Gaming Control Board addressed the shortage of armed casino security following the latest FBI rule change. The Board recommended the Nevada Gaming Commission approve the regulatory changes during October’s meeting. The proposal would allow county sheriff’s departments to run background checks instead of the Board.
Venetian Waiting for Final Approval for $550m Dividend Distribution
Venetian Waiting for Final Approval for $550m Dividend Distribution August 8, 2024 Summary: The Venetian in Las Vegas is getting ready for a massive dividend distribution. The resort will take a $550 million distribution after being greenlit by the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The decision will benefit private owner Apollo Global Management and its investors.
Scott Seiver’s Premonition Comes True with WSOP Player of the Year Win
Summary: Scott Seiver won the WSOP Player of the Year, as anticipated by the player in a tweet in May. Seiver will also be eligible to enter the Poker Hall of Fame when he turns 40 in 2025. The Las Vegas resident has accumulated $26.8 million in live tournament cashes. The live World Series of Poker in the US ended last week. However, two WSOP Online bracelet events still unfolded this week, with a potential impact on the heated race for the Player of the Year (POY) award.
Bellagio Sends "Project Mojave" Retail and Restaurant Expansion Papers
Bellagio Sends “Project Mojave” Retail and Restaurant Expansion Papers July 2, 2024 Summary: MGM Resorts wants to expand the Bellagio hotel and casino with fresh retail, dining, and entertainment amenities. The giant has sent the expansion plan called Project Mojave to Clark County. Marnell Architecture of Las Vegas was responsible for designing the proposal.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol Postpones July Grand Opening
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol Postpones July Grand Opening June 6, 2024 Summary: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol announced a push-back of the initial July term for the grand opening of the permanent casino and resort. Wednesday’s press release announced a late-year opening. The new timeline was preferred so guests could enjoy the fully operational casino and amenities. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Bristol had planned the grand opening of the permanent casino and resort space for July.
Melanson Is the New WSOPC Playground Main Event Champion
Summary: Dustin Melanson has crushed the final table at the WSOPC Playground Main Event. The new champion won Event #8: $1,700 No Limit Hold’em Main Event, grabbing $339,770. He defeated a field of 1,660 players. Canadian poker player with a 2,515 GPI Rank, Dustin Melanson, has won Event #8: $1,700 No Limit Holdem Main Event at the World Series of Poker Circuit Playground.
Architects Discuss the Latest Casino Design Trends at the IGA Tradeshow
Architects Discuss the Latest Casino Design Trends at the IGA Tradeshow April 16, 2024 Summary: Architects have discussed the latest technologies and trends in casino design at the IGA Tradeshow The talks covered the topic of AI which has recently turned into a buzz term in the industry. Chain restaurants are making room for boutique brands that offer quality cuisines and “unique options”.
North Carolina Casinos Enjoy Support from Over 1 in 2 Residents
North Carolina Casinos Enjoy Support from Over 1 in 2 Residents March 19, 2024 According to a poll contracted by NBC affiliate WRAL News in Raleigh, the people of North Carolina seem to be open to seeing Las Vegas-style casino resorts reach the US state. The public poll that was completed by a New Jersey-based nonpartisan outlet that conducts scientific polls, Survey USA, was aimed at checking the level of support shown for commercial casinos in the state.
Missouri Rep Introduces Measure Covering Gaming Machines
Missouri Rep Introduces Measure Covering Gaming Machines March 8, 2024 Summary: House Bill 2835 will legalize and regulate the machines. Businesses would be limited to five machines or less. Children must not have access to the gaming machines. For some time now, gaming machines known as ‘no chance’ options have been offered in Missouri, specifically in Springfield.
Black Hawk’s Casino Market Ranks 12th with $923.2M GGR
Black Hawk’s Casino Market Ranks 12th with $923.2m GGR February 22, 2024 Summary: The small town of Black Hawk, Colorado, has shown it has one of the quickest-developing casino markets in the US. According to data from the American Gaming Association, in 2023, Black Hawk was the only market that managed to go up at least two GGR spots compared to 2022 figures. Black Hawk/Central City ranked 12th with a GGR of $923.2 million.
Macau Casinos Continue Strong Recovery as Jan GGR Hits US$2.4bn
Macau Casinos Continue Strong Recovery as Jan GGR Hits US$2.4bn February 2, 2024 Summary: Macau’s January GGR was up 67% year-on-year This was the second-highest monthly result post-COVID Macau likely to have a good run in Feb with CNY hotel bookings showing positive signs The casino industry in Macau continues to recover, generating MOP19.34 billion (US$2.40 billion) in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in January 2024.
Londoner Macao Phase 2 Renovation to Cost US$1.2bn, Completion in 2025
Londoner Macao Phase 2 Renovation to Cost US$1.2bn, Completion in 2025 January 26, 2024 Summary: Las Vegas Sands Corp said it will now spend US$1.2B for the Phase 2 development at Londoner Macao Phase 2 will focus on the renovation of the Sheraton and Conrad hotels and the Pacifica casino on the Sheraton side Phase 2 is expected to be completed by 2025 US-based casino operator Las Vegas Sands Corp.
PAGCOR Set to Slash Online Casino Revenue Share In A Bid To Combat Illegal Operators
PAGCOR Set to Slash Online Casino Revenue Share In A Bid To Combat Illegal Operators January 23, 2024 Summary: PAGCOR will reduce its iGaming share in March to combat illegal gambling The rate could be slashed further to as low as 30% by 2025 The agency is planning to launch its own online casino brand in the second half of 2024 The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (PAGCOR) has announced plans to cut its share of online casino revenues to increase competitiveness within the sector and...
APAT Releases Full Schedule for 2024 Live Tour
Summary: The 2024 schedule includes 13 more stops taking place across Europe APAT could add more events to the schedule, including a Welsh Championship The 2024 line-up was released during the UK Team Championship which was won by Talk Club The Amateur Poker Association & Tour (APAT) has announced 13 more stops for 2024, following the successful conclusion of the UK Team Championship.
China Will Continue To Focus On Disrupting Cross-Border Gambling Activities In 2024
China Will Continue To Focus On Disrupting Cross-Border Gambling Activities In 2024 January 18, 2024 Summary: China will implement tighter checks at boundary checkpoints this year Investigation efforts will be intensified to prosecute those involved in overseas gambling activities The government claims it successfully curbed cross-border gambling in 2023 China is ramping up its campaign against cross-border gambling, placing heavy emphasis on disrupting potential gambling networks within the...
PAGCOR Chair Highlights Significant Improvements in POGO Sector After Major Reforms
PAGCOR Chair Highlights Significant Improvements in POGO Sector After Major Reforms January 17, 2024 Summary: POGOs now called IGLs contributed PHP5 billion in revenue to the government in 2023 The number of operators fell to 48, with unlicensed firms now blocked from operating in PH PAGCOR boss is opposing proposals for a POGO ban as it would lead to thousands of job losses Alejandro Tengco, chairman of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp.
PokerStars Expected To Launch New Rewards Program in January 2024
Summary: New rewards program will be more transparent, more flexible, and more equal for all players The new changes will be launched first on the dot-com market on January 22, 2024 New program will address the most common player concerns regarding existing program PokerStars is kicking off 2024 in style, with the operator set to implement major changes to its rewards program.
Jin Hoon Lee Wins First Bracelet At WSOP Paradise And Check For $420,000
Summary: Jin Hoon Lee won the first event at the 2023 WSOP Paradise poker festival Lee had to get through tough competition which included Phil Hellmuth and Sam Greenwood Lee ended up winning his first WSOP bracelet and a nice cashout for $420,000 The first ever WSOP Paradise poker festival kicked-off in the Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas.
South Korea Struggles to Curb Gambling Addiction as Black Market Grows
South Korea Struggles to Curb Gambling Addiction as Black Market Grows December 6, 2023 Summary: The NGCC said over two million adults in South Korea are addicted to gambling The continued increase in gambling addiction is attributed to the proliferation of illegal gambling Many of the gambling addiction cases recorded in the country are associated with online gambling Gambling addiction is getting worse in South Korea, with the numbers starting to go out of control.
Macau Gaming-Related Crimes Spike Attributed to Lifting of COVID-19 Restrictions
Macau Gaming-Related Crimes Spike Attributed to Lifting of COVID-19 Restrictions December 5, 2023 Summary: Gaming-related crimes jumped by over 170% year-on-year during the Jan-Sept 2023 period The spike is assumed to be mainly due to the lifting of pandemic-related restrictions The most common crimes include scams, with the majority of the cases linked to unlicensed money-changing Macau has reported a significant rise in gaming-related crimes in the first nine months of 2023, but authorities...
Macau Reports More Than 200% Rise in Illicit Money-Changing from Jan to Sep 2023
Macau Reports More Than 200% Rise in Illicit Money-Changing from Jan to Sep 2023 November 28, 2023 Summary: Macau officials apprehended nearly 10,000 individuals allegedly engaged in illegal money-changing Most of this illegal money-changing takes place near Macau’s casinos The Macau government has yet to consider a legal remedy for the problem Macau has reported a massive increase in cases related to illegal money-changing in the first nine months of 2023, with the number up 232% from the...
Holland Casino at Risk of Regulatory Action over iGaming Database Issues
Holland Casino at Risk of Regulatory Action over iGaming Database Issues November 17, 2023 Summary: The KSA said Holland Casino failed to address database issues that is ongoing since 2021 Dutch online gambling operators are required to use a control database to store data on gambling activities The operator must fix the issues within six weeks or face regulatory action Dutch state-owned gambling operator Holland Casino could face regulatory action over unresolved issues regarding its online...
Australia’s Credit Card Ban Campaign Gains Momentum as Bill Passes Lower House
Australia’s Credit Card Ban Campaign Gains Momentum as Bill Passes Lower House November 15, 2023 Summary: The Bill will prohibit operators from accepting online wagers via credit cards and digital currency The legislation will also grant more powers to ACMA and the Minister for Communications More measures could be in the pipeline, including a ban on gambling advertising Australia’s House of Representatives has approved a Bill seeking to ban the use of credit cards for online gambling.
Business Is Booming In Macau As MGM China Reports Strong Q3 Results
Business Is Booming In Macau As MGM China Reports Strong Q3 Results November 10, 2023 Summary: MGM China reports net revenue increase of 829% in Q3 MGM China strong results suggests Macau’s casino market has recovered from COVID-19 market collapse MGM Resorts CEO happy to see business booming again in Macau Macau which is the biggest gambling market in the world saw its gross gaming revenues decline significant after COVID-19 hit and casino operators in the region like MGM China which is a...
Marina Bay Sands Ordered By GRA To Investigate Recent Data Breach
Marina Bay Sands Ordered By GRA To Investigate Recent Data Breach November 9, 2023 Summary: Marina Bay Sands Singapore had a serious data breach that impacted 665,000 non-casino rewards program members Marina Bay Sands has already taken steps to strengthen its data security systems Similar attacks hit MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment in Las Vegas in September Marina Bay Sands (MBS) has revealed that the personal information of 665,000 customers at the casino resort had been compromised...
Crown Resorts Blames Regulatory Challenges, Compliance Costs for $199m Loss in FY2023
Crown Resorts Blames Regulatory Challenges, Compliance Costs for $199m Loss in FY2023 October 27, 2023 Summary: Crown Resorts reported a $199 million loss in FY2023 despite rising revenues Its profit was outweighed by billions in expenses stemming from fines and remediation costs Crown continues to implement compliance measures in a bid to win back trust with gaming regulators Crown Resorts suffered a $199 million loss during the 2023 financial year as the Australian casino operator continues...
Hokkaido Keen On Pushing Forward With Green IR Proposal
Hokkaido Keen On Pushing Forward With Green IR Proposal October 26, 2023 Summary: Hokkaido will consider the prospect of a “green IR” to develop its tourism industry It aims to attract over 10.4 million tourists each year with the IR project Hokkaido missed the chance to pursue an IR in 2019 due to environmental issues The Hokkaido prefecture declined to take part in the bidding process for the initial round of casino liberalization in Japan, but it has not totally abandoned plans to build...
Marina Bay Sands Gets $750m Revamp As LVS Launches Stock Repurchase Program
Marina Bay Sands Gets $750m Revamp As LVS Launches Stock Repurchase Program October 20, 2023 Summary: Las Vegas Sands Corp is launching a US$2 billion stock repurchase program. Sands Corp will also spend $750 million on Marina Bay Sands Singapore. The C is part of the second phase of the ongoing room renovation of Marina Bay Sands.
Genting Singapore International Expansion Possible as Strong GGR Recovery Continues
Genting Singapore International Expansion Possible as Strong GGR Recovery Continues October 12, 2023 Summary: Resorts World Sentosa continues to show robust recovery in VIP volume and mass market segment Its net profit for 1H of 2023 sat at SGD276 million, up 227% year-on-year Parent firm Genting could renew its international expansion plans given the upward revenue trend Genting Singapore Ltd might consider expanding into other markets as the strong recovery in gross gaming revenue (GGR)...
PokerStars UKIPT Returns to Edinburgh on Oct. 24 with £1,100 ME
Summary: UKIPT Edinburgh runs from October 24-29 at Genting Casino Fountain Park The UKIPT tour last visited the Scottish capital in 2015 The 2023 UKIPT Edinburgh schedule culminates in the £1,100 Main Event The latest stop in the PokerStars UK & Ireland Poker Tour (UKIPT) 2023 schedule is upon us, taking place in Edinburgh, Scotland from October 24-29.
APAC Casinos Hurting More Than Macau's by Shrinking Chinese VIP Market
APAC Casinos Hurting More Than Macau’s by Shrinking Chinese VIP Market October 10, 2023 Summary: Cambodia in particular is lagging in GGR recovery due to the absence of Chinese VIPs Analysts say it will take three to four years for Cambodia’s casino industry to fully recover That’s in contrast to Macau where GGR recovery has so far accelerated Certain casino markets in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region are bearing the brunt of the shrinking number of Chinese VIP gamblers, according to credit...
LeoVegas Re-enters Dutch Market with Launch of New iGaming Platform
LeoVegas Re-enters Dutch Market with Launch of New iGaming Platform October 5, 2023 Summary: LeoVegas’ flagship brand has gone live in the Netherlands under the LeoVegas.nl domain The launch comes after the iGaming operator obtained a five-year license from the KSA in July LeoVegas pushes on with its global expansion plans after being acquired by MGM Resorts in 2022 After two years, LeoVegas is back in the Netherlands.
Crown Melbourne Targeted By VGCCC Amidst Stringent Reforms
Crown Melbourne Targeted By VGCCC Amidst Stringent Reforms October 3, 2023 Summary: Under the new changes, gaming machine venues will be required to close between 4 a.m. and 10 a.m. Mandatory pre-commitment limits and carded play will be implemented by Dec 2023 The VGCCC will have stronger oversight of the Crown Melbourne casino The Australian state of Victoria has introduced amendments to its gaming laws as part of its campaign to reduce gambling-related harm.
IEC Set To Revamp New Coast Hotel Manila And Develop New Casino
IEC Set To Revamp New Coast Hotel Manila And Develop New Casino September 29, 2023 Summary: HK based International Entertainment Corp set to expand presence in Manila, Philippines Company ready to invest between $1 and $1.2 billion for Manila casino Investment will also cover revamp to existing property The Philippines is holding serious discussions to shutdown its Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators or POGOs but when it comes to land based casinos, the country is very open to welcoming...
Gambling Stakeholders Call for Changes to Germany’s GlüNeuRStv Regime
Gambling Stakeholders Call for Changes to Germany’s GlüNeuRStv Regime September 26, 2023 Summary: Industry stakeholders say stringent measures have not been effective in driving players to licensed sites The German govt.
Niklas Astedt And Starwins :) Win Big at 2023 PokerStars WCOOP
Summary: Astedt claimed his sixth WCOOP title after winning a high roller event “starwins :)” won the biggest payout so far at the series worth over $220K There are plenty of tournaments yet to play out, including the trio of Main Events Niklas “Lena900” Astedt has added another major online title to his name with a high roller win in the ongoing 2023 World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) on PokerStars.
Gaming Analysts Expect UAE To Introduce Some Gaming Regulations Before Dec 2023
Gaming Analysts Expect UAE To Introduce Some Gaming Regulations Before Dec 2023 September 19, 2023 Summary: JP Morgan analysts expect some form of gaming regulation from UAE by the end of the year Analysts expect more news once the gaming regulator is established Wynn and MGM are optimistic they will be authorized to run a casino in the country The United Arab Emirates (UAE) could come up with some form of gaming regulation by the end of 2023, following the recent establishment of a gambling...
MGM’s Macau Properties Not Impacted by Cybersecurity Attack On MGM Resorts
MGM’s Macau Properties Not Impacted by Cybersecurity Attack On MGM Resorts September 14, 2023 Summary: MGM Resorts reported on Sept 11 that it’s dealing with a “cybersecurity incident” The incident affected MGM’s US properties but venues in Macau were not impacted Reports suggest a group of hackers may have targeted the MGM empire MGM casinos in Macau have not been affected by a cybersecurity incident at the group’s properties in the US.
BetMGM Poker Online Championships Offers $750K Guarantee
Summary: The series runs simultaneously from September 14-24 in NJ, MI, and PA The schedule for each state features nearly 40 tournaments with $750K in combined guarantees The main highlight of the series is the $125K GTD Championships event The BetMGM Poker Online Championships is just around the corner, with the festival kicking off on September 14 across all of BetMGM ’s three US poker markets.
GGL Meets State Coordinators For Insights In Gambling Harm Prevention
GGL Meets State Coordinators For Insights In Gambling Harm Prevention September 7, 2023 Summary: GGL hosted a meeting of state coordinators from all 16 federal states on September 5 in Halle The participants shared their experiences on gambling harm prevention and player protection GGL hailed the event as a success as it provided them with important insights on prevention Germany’s 16 federal states recently took part in a meeting that tackled their individual experiences and the challenges...
PokerStars Offering Players Free Trip to Las Vegas GP Valued At $35k
Summary: PokerStars is running this promo in partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing The lucky winners receive a travel package to Vegas worth $35,000 The Las Vegas Grand Prix and festivities take place from November 14-19, 2023 The inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix is happening in less than three months and PokerStars will give its US players the chance to personally witness the highly-anticipated event for free! The online poker giant is giving away travel packages to Vegas for the popular F1...
“naoseiquemeusou” & “SoyTuSicaria” Have A Good Run On McLaren Turbo Series
Summary: Both players emerged victorious in the Main Event and Mini Main Event Both events attracted a huge turnout to smash their respective guarantees The next major series offering happens live in Malta this September The McLaren Turbo Series on partypoker officially wrapped up with the crowning of the winners of the Main Event and Mini Main Event. In the end, the top honors went to “naoseiquemeusou” and “SoyTuSicaria” who took down both events respectively.
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