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Florida Sports Betting Fight Heading to US Supreme Court?
Owners of two Florida pari-mutuels plan to ask the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on whether a multibillion-dollar deal giving the Seminole Tribe control of sports betting throughout the state violates federal law.
MGM Employees Report Not Getting Paid Amidst Cyber Attack
MGM insisted on Thursday payroll would not be affected by the attack, which shut down slot machines, ATMs and made room keys inoperable.
Sibella Out as CEO of Resorts World Las Vegas Amidst Probe
Sibella had recently been cleared by Nevada state regulators back in February following a year's long investigation into potential improprieties.
Circa Sports Gets Lambasted for.....Doing the Right Thing?
Pro sports bettor Gadoon “Spanky” Kyrollos has had enough of this week's bellyaching over certain sportsbooks refusing to offer refunds on Aaron Rodgers bets after he lasted a few snaps before going down for the season.
MI AG Orders Social Media Online Casinos Out of State: No More Chumba Casino in Michigan?
The American Gaming Association this week praised Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel for effectively shutting down the illegal Michigan operations of Massachusetts based Golden Hearts Games, Inc.
Ransom Group Issues Statement Claiming MGM Has Yet to Pay Up: Alludes to Insider Trading
"We believe MGM will not agree to a deal with us. Simply observe their insider trading behavior. You believe this company is concerned with your privacy and well-being while visiting one of their resorts?"
Social Security Numbers Compromised at Caesars
Credit card numbers also in the hands of hackers.
MGM Still Reeling 5 Days After Cyber Attack: Chaos May Be Casino Company's Own Doing
Caesars admits to paying hackers millions to stop attack on own company.
Casino Begins Banning Poker Players: Alex Lynskey Among Those Impacted, No Explanation Given
Casino believed to be linking certain players to money laundering without sufficient proof.
MGM Hack Likely the Result of Scattered Spider, Moody's Says Downgrade Possible
MGM Resorts on Wednesday said that a cyber incident that has significantly disrupted properties across the United States for the past three days represents a material risk to the company, CNBC reports.
MGM Response to Security Breach is Outrageous: Apparent Origin of Attack a Head Scratcher
"All ALPHV ransomware group did to compromise MGM Resorts was hop on LinkedIn, find an employee, then call the Help Desk. A company valued at $33,900,000,000 was defeated by a 10-minute conversation."
An Insider's Look at the MGM Hack That Has Paralyzed Their Properties Nationwide
Some folks are reporting fraudulent charges on their credit cards though it is unknown if this has anything to do with this week's breach as the cyber attack continues despite what MGM is saying.
Slots Down, Casino Rooms Empty at MGM Properties Amidst Epic Cyber Attack
Chaos erupted at the MGM-owned Borgata Casino in Atlantic City Sunday night through Monday.
Monte Carlo High Stakes Adventure Packages Worth $110,000 Each
One of the world's largest online poker rooms premiers its new adventure running from October 24th to November 4th.
Thousands of Bellagio, Mandalay Bay Guests Locked Out of Rooms in Wake of Massive Hack
Some slot machines also shut down.
On-Chain Casino Lil Bit Enters the Micro Betting Space Courtesy of the BSV Blockchain
"We like Proof of Work, Big Blocks, Bitcoin, and betting on the underdogs. Why we chose BSV will become clearer when we launch phase 2. That being said, we do feel we are still in time as understanding of what’ crypto’ actually is in the public eye is quite low."
Stake.com Hack Was Done By North Korea, FBI Claims
The massive breach took place on Monday September 4.
Gambling Could Finally Be Coming to the UAE But 2-Year Jail Term Remains on the Books
The new federal body, called the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), would create a “regulatory framework for a national lottery and commercial gaming,” according to Emirati state media WAM.
Sports Betting Officially Launches in Kentucky Thursday: Gov Places First Bet
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear will be making the first bet at Churchill Downs new sportsbook.
Playtech Boss Criticizes Providers Operating in 'Black Markets'... But They Do TOO!
Mor Weizer, CEO of Playtech since 2007, says he is "frustrated" with listed firms that have seen a boom in their revenues and share price as a result of their decision to operate in so-called "black" or "grey" gambling markets.
How to Choose the Perfect Slot Game: Tips for Every Gambler
Payout odds, bonus offerings and the number of free spins vary from game to game, provider to provider. It's also important to understand requirements such as the rollover and restrictions as to which games bonus money can be utilized.
NY Post Highlights the NFL Gambling Mess the League Keeps Making Worse by the Day
NFL in gambling turmoil as Super Bowl heads for Las Vegas: ‘Just don’t understand’, a blaring headline reads on Wednesday's digital edition of the New York Post.
Free Parking at Casinos Could Go the Way of the Dodo Bird
The Golden Nugget in Atlantic City became the last of the casinos there to stop offering free parking, a trend that began in Vegas back in 2016. Will other casino destinations soon follow?
Former State Senator's Casino Cited for Dealer Errors, Inaccurate Payouts
Andy Sanborn is under investigation for accepting Covid-19 funding for his casino but is accused of using the funds to purchase expensive sports cars for he and his wife, the latter of whom is a current serving state representative.
Legislative Changes Impacting Online Gambling in the US
Online gambling has grown rapidly and evolved over the past two decades, transforming from a niche industry to a multi-billion-dollar market. In the United States, this sector has been marked by a complex legal landscape shaped by a combination of federal and state laws.
Feds Investigation Into Vegas Casinos About to Blow Up?
Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas posted an ominous warning this Labor Day Weekend.
Lawmaker Who Owns Casino Allegedly Used Covid Relief to Buy Porsches, Ferrari
A New Hampshire lawmaker resigned as head of a study committee on gambling Friday, a day after authorities said she and her husband were under criminal investigation.
PAGCOR Implements Regulatory Framework to Address Illegal Offshore Gambling
The Philippines' main body overseeing gaming licensing is the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). They've seen a growing issue with companies from other countries allowing Filipinos to gamble online without a proper license, known as "illegal offshore gaming." To address this, PAGCOR has introduced a new set of rules or a "regulatory framework." This is to ensure a fair and secure gaming environment in the Philippines.
A Look At MMC996 Casino Malaysia Review
MMC996 Online Casino has been around for a few years in the market and it has grown to become Malaysia’s one of the most popular online casino websites for gambling enthusiasts.
PA Has Problem With Parents Leaving Kids in Car to Go Gamble
So far there have been 126 incidents this year alone. Of course, PA has some competition in the form of Florida.
