Hawaii is on the verge of a significant shift in its long-standing stance against gambling, as a bill to legalize online sports betting moves closer to approval. While it won’t take effect in time for this year’s NCAA Final Four, House Bill 1308 (HB 1308) has made unprecedented progress through the state legislature, garnering support from lawmakers who argue that...
Sweden’s parliament, the Riksdag, has made a significant decision to end land-based casino gambling in the country, with the closure of the remaining Casino Cosmopol location in Stockholm slated for January 2026. This move follows growing concerns about the profitability and relevance of physical casinos in the face of rising online gambling trends. Svenska Spel, the state-owned operator, currently runs the Casino Cosmopol brand and...
A contentious proposal to decouple Thoroughbred racing from gaming licenses in Florida has taken a step forward, despite overwhelming opposition from the state’s horse racing community. On April 1, the Florida Senate’s Regulated Industries Committee approved Senate Bill 408 with a 5-2 vote, setting the stage for further legislative battles. While proponents argue the bill provides a structured transition, opponents,...
Boyd Gaming Corp. officially began the construction of its newest local casino, Cadence Crossing, on Thursday, April 3, 2025, marking the start of an exciting new phase for the Henderson area in Nevada. Situated near the existing Jokers Wild Casino on Boulder Highway, the groundbreaking ceremony was a memorable occasion, attended by executives from Boyd Gaming, Henderson city council members, and leaders from...
Enjoy, a prominent player in the Chilean casino industry, has formally requested the termination of its operating permits for casinos in Coquimbo, Viña del Mar, and Pucón. These permits were granted in 2018 but have become increasingly costly for the company, which is currently undergoing a restructuring process. The news, which was disclosed through Enjoy’s financial statements, has sparked discussions regarding the company’s...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ramped up its efforts to protect state residents from illegal gambling, issuing cease-and-desist orders to 11 offshore casinos operating without the necessary state licenses. These online platforms, which include Shazam Casino, Highway Casino, SlotsRoom, Ruby Slots Casino, Las Atlantis Casino, Bet Big Dollar Casino, Blood Moon Casino, Spinfinity, Jumba Bet Casino, Grand Eagle Online Casino, and DogsFortune,...
Grand Korea Leisure Co., Ltd. (GKL), a South Korean operator of foreigner-exclusive casinos, saw a significant boost in its March revenue, with total casino sales reaching approximately KRW41.45 billion (US$28.3 million). This marks a 27.7% increase from February and a 2.6% rise year-over-year, according to a filing with the Korea Exchange. A detailed breakdown of the revenue shows that table...
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...