The Largest Indoor/Outdoor Beachfront Waterpark in the US Opens This Summer in Atlantic City
The Island Waterpark at the Showboat Hotel is promoted as a family-friendly venue.
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Podcast with Joe Lupo
Atlantic City casino veteran Joe Lupo, now president of the Mirage Casino in Las Vegas, talks about the transition from the Mirage to the new Hard Rock Las Vegas....
AC Hard Rock Names Goldhoff President, Sampson GM
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has named George Goldhoff (l.) as its new president and Mike Sampson as its new general manager, to replace Joe Lupo, who...
Atlantic City Culinary Union Opposes Smoking Ban
The largest union representing Atlantic City casino workers is opposing a proposed ban on smoking in casinos, citing the likelihood players will abandon the market for Pennsylvania casinos.
Valentine’s Group Vow Renewal at Absecon Lighthouse
Atlantic City's iconic Absecon Lighthouse will hold a Valentine's Vow Renewal Ceremony on Saturday, February 11 with champagne toast and dancing to romantic music.
Four States See Gaming Legalization Efforts
Four states have historically held fast against the expansion of gaming and sports betting, but the tide could be turning as tax revenues continue to pour into their neighboring...
Manhattan Caesars Casino Proposal Brings Jay-Z into the Fold
The two entities pitching a casino project in the heart of Times Square brought in a third partner: hip-hop legend Jay-Z and his Roc Nation company, who will program...
Poll: NJ Residents Oppose Casino Expansion, Full Smoking Ban
A poll of New Jersey voters conducted by Fairleigh Dickinson University showed opposition to expanding casinos beyond Atlantic City, and to a total smoking ban in Atlantic City casinos.
Hard Rock Reveals Plans for Mirage Replacement
Las Vegas is a city of constant change, and now one of its most iconic faces, the Mirage, is preparing to change hands from MGM Resorts International to Hard...
Sports Betting Operators Plagued by Account Hacks
Hackers have figured out how to commit fraud to siphon money from DraftKings player accounts. The situation has affected FanDuel as well, along with BetMGM. Global Payment Solutions was...
Las Vegas Sportsbooks Report Mixed Results on World Cup Betting
The World Cup betting at Las Vegas sportsbooks has not been as robust as it was in 2018, when the tournament was held in the summer in Russia, but...
Nevada, New Jersey Inching Closer to Esports Betting Regulations
Nevada has finalized a framework for esports betting, while in New Jersey efforts to classify esports as online gaming move forward.
New Jersey Bill Aims to Keep Gambling Addicts Out of Jail
Gambling addiction and crime sometimes go hand-in-hand, and the crime part sometimes lands the addict in jail. A trio of New Jersey lawmakers introduced a bill to give these...
New Jersey Lawmakers Seek to Keep LIV Golf Circuit Out
An upstart golf tour has made inroads into the golf circuit. But the LIV Tour, and member Phil Mickelson (l.) has carried a lot of baggage, namely its funding...
Podcast with Joe Billhimer, Executive Vice President, Cordish Gaming Group
The GGB Podcast sits down with Joe Billhimer, the executive vice president of the Cordish Gaming Group, on the success of the Live! Philadelphia property since it opened during...
Competition Fierce for New York City Casino
New York City has been a coveted place to build a casino, and for years developers have eyed the area. Now with the application process fast approaching, suitors are...
Podcast with John Koster, Regional President, Caesars Entertainment
John Koster, Regional VP for Caesars, discusses the improvements made to the Atlantic City properties
New Jersey PILOT Amendments Upheld; State Seeks Stay
Will the PILOT battle ever end? The state of New Jersey is seeking a stay of the decision favoring Liberty & Prosperity, the organization led by Atlantic City activist...
Gaming Industry Group Hails U.K. Growth Plan
A U.K. gaming industry group has endorsed plans of the new government of Prime Minister Liz Truss (l.) to encourage growth and improve the economy. The Betting and Gaming...
Report: Slot, Table Sales to Pre-Covid Levels Next Year
A new report from Eilers & Krejcik Gaming says that slot and table game sales should reach pre-Covid levels for suppliers by 2023, showing growth of 11 percent.
