Michigan has recently escalated its efforts to regulate and control its gambling environment by targeting two offshore online casinos accused of operating without proper licenses. The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued formal cease-and-desist notifications to Lucky Tiger Casino and Rich Palms Casino, both managed by Alistair Solutions NV based in Curaçao, for their unauthorized gambling activities within Michigan. Michigan’s regulatory enforcement on illegal casinos: This move comes...
During a pivotal session at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in San Diego, California tribal leaders, including James Siva, Chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA), and Isaiah Vivanco, Chairman of the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, expressed serious concerns about the future of tribal gaming. Titled “Under Siege: The Growing Threats to Tribal Gaming in California,” the discussion underscored the nationwide relevance...
The Star Entertainment Group, a prominent name in the Australian gambling sector, is currently navigating through tumultuous financial waters as its AU$940 million ($593 million) refinancing deal with Salter Brothers Capital (SBC) has unexpectedly fallen through. This development compels the company to consider alternative strategies, including a proposal from American casino titan, Bally’s Corporation. The unraveling of this deal after “extensive negotiations” has left Star exploring urgent liquidity...
A lucrative opportunity tied to New York City’s casino licensing process may yield a significant financial boost for U.S. President Donald Trump. If Bally’s Corporation is granted permission to develop a casino at Ferry Point, where the company now operates a golf course formerly managed by Trump, the deal includes a substantial payout clause that could net the Trump Organization...
The regulatory storm surrounding prediction market operator Kalshi continues to intensify, with a growing number of states scrutinizing its operations. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) has confirmed an open investigation into Kalshi for potentially violating state law. This development adds to the mounting legal pressure from regulators in Illinois, Nevada, New Jersey, and Ohio, all of which have...
Miriam Adelson, a stalwart in the casino business, remains a prominent figure on Forbes’ 2025 World’s Billionaires list, securing the 56th spot with an impressive net worth of $32.1 billion. Her financial standing, slightly up from the previous year, reflects both her enduring stewardship of the Las Vegas Sands and her recent ventures, such as the strategic acquisition of the Dallas Mavericks NBA team. Strategic...
A major labor dispute is brewing at Caesars Southern Indiana Hotel & Casino, where more than 140 employees have voted by an overwhelming 98% margin to authorize a strike. The workers, represented by Teamsters Local 89 and Operating Engineers Local 399, say the decision stems from stalled negotiations and management’s refusal to agree to a fair contract. “Our members are...
Swedish horse racing and betting operator AB Trav och Galopp (ATG) has entered into a significant partnership with Suomen Hippos, the governing body for Finnish trotting and horse breeding. The two entities have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture that will introduce a new betting company in Finland. This move aligns with Finland’s forthcoming gambling market reforms, which...
Italy’s legal battle over the 2018 Dignity Decree, which prohibits all gambling-related advertising, is set to reach a new milestone as the country’s highest administrative court, the Council of State, has decided to refer the matter to the European Court of Justice (ECJ). This referral follows a series of legal challenges, including a €50,000 fine imposed on LeoVegas by the Italian communications authority, AGCOM, for promoting its...
Macau’s gaming industry has demonstrated clear signs of post-COVID recovery through the first quarter of 2025. However, despite the positive trend, several factors are raising concerns about the city’s economic outlook, particularly in the gaming sector. As analysts continue to scrutinize Macau’s Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) performance, they forecast a flat month for April due to the effects of a recent crackdown on illegal...