Fertitta Takes Landry’s, Golden Nugget Public
Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta (l.) has taken his restaurant and gaming businesses public, putting the Landry’s and Golden Nugget brands on the open market.
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Murphy Expands Capacity in New Jersey
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (l.) has increased capacities for casinos and other businesses from 25 percent to 35 percent thanks to a reduction in the number of Covid-19...
Live! Philadelphia Opens to Public
Live! Philadelphia (l.), a Cordish Company entertainment complex, opened its doors to the public at 8 p.m. Thursday, opting for a soft opening ahead of a grand opening celebration...
14 States Could Legalize Sports Betting in 2021
It’s no surprise that many of the 25 states yet to pass sports betting legislation will try to do so in 2021. The American Gaming Association predicts as many...
PlayStar Casino Launches in New Jersey With Ocean
PlayStar Casino has signed a market access agreement with Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino Resort to debut the online gaming site in New Jersey. PlayStar expects to launch in the...
Trump Plaza Implosion Auction Canceled, Demolition Date Confirmed
An auction for the right to implode the former Trump Plaza in Atlantic City is off, but you can still bid on the viewing party
New Live! Casino Opens in Philly
Cordish Companies is unveiling its Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia in a series of reservation-only Preview Days ahead of the grand opening February 11. Live! is the city’s second...
New Jersey University to Launch Gaming Journal
A new industry journal from New Jersey’s Stockton University will interest academics researching the field and industry officials seeking practical solutions, such as post-pandemic recovery, says Jane Bokunewicz (l.),...
NJ Books Discourage Withdrawals, Face Fines
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has threatened to fine sportsbooks that ask players to cancel cash withdrawals and stop dragging their feet to fulfill withdrawal requests. DGE...
In Atlantic City, Drone Racing the Latest Sport for Bettors
Drones are no longer limited to delivering packages and making videos. The remote-control flyers now race in competition through the Drone Racing League. Bettors can wager on outcomes in...
Atlantic City Developments Signs of Optimism
A planned water park (l.), renovations at Bally's, a new restaurant and the return of concerts are among the signs that Atlantic City might get back to normal in...
Podcast with Tom Cantone, President of Sports & Entertainment, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment
We talk with Atlantic City casino veteran Tom Cantone, the president of sports and entertainment for Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, who talks about how he turned the Arena at...
Investors Can Do A Twofer with Golden Nugget
The Golden Nugget brand could offer two opportunities for investors. The first involves going public with the successful Golden Nugget Online Gaming. The second is a possible IPO for...
Bally’s Atlantic City Opens Temporary Sportsbook in Casino
Bally’s Atlantic City has opened a temporary FanDuel sportsbook on the casino floor with self-service kiosks and live attendant windows. Construction has begun on a larger, permanent sportsbook, with...
Podcast with Bill Hornbuckle, President & CEO, MGM Resorts International
A conversation with Bill Hornbuckle, the president and CEO of MGM Resorts International, on how his company has endured the pandemic and how it has planned for the future...
Atlantic City to Implode Trump Plaza for Charity
The derelict Trump Plaza in Atlantic City will be imploded in February, and bidders can vie to press the button
New Jersey Leads the Way On New Sports Betting Record
New Jersey established a new national record in sports betting handle in November, topping $931 million. But it was just one of several states to set records last month....
Biden Names First Native American Interior Secretary
The administration of President-elect Joe Biden will include the first Native American cabinet secretary. New Mexico Congresswoman Deb Haaland has been named to lead the Interior Department, which oversees,...
Why Disney Now Embraces Sports Betting
In years past, the Walt Disney Company has sought to protect its family image by opposing gambling. But with its ownership in ESPN and a stake in DraftKings, the...
Covid-19 Takes Toll in Atlantic City
Atlantic City has suffered in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Revenue all but disappeared during a four-month closure. Online gambling helped offset some of the loss, but added...
