Posts Tagged ‘Nevada’
Las Vegas, Atlantic City Casino Workers Eligible For COVID-19 Vaccinations
Las Vegas and Atlantic City are two of the biggest betting hubs in America. Casino workers in both cities are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine The casino industry is hopeful this will get them up and running for the summer months. LAS VEGAS – Nevada and New Jersey, two of America’s biggest casino hubs, are…
Read MoreWill Michigan Governor Approve Interstate Online Poker?
Michigan could be the fourth state to have interstate online poker in 2021. The Wolverine State has passed legislation and is awaiting approval by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Online and mobile gambling platforms will launch in Michigan in January. DETROIT – A bill that would make interstate online poker playing legal in Michigan is now sitting…
Read MoreBingo & Horse Racing Up While Nevada Casino Gambling Is Down
Nevada is reporting a continued decline for 2020 in its casino gaming revenue for the month of September. Various gambling sectors are still on the low end in revenue but bingo and horseracing are showing growth for the industry with their profit margins. LAS VEGAS – Revenue reports for September have been posted for Nevada…
Read MoreJudge Orders Restraining Order On Former Borgata Execs
Former Borgata Executives William Callahan and Kelly Ashman Burke have been ordered by a US District Judge not to reach out to any Borgata customers. The execs left for Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino Resorts. The judge also ordered the pair to return a Borgata owned cellphone that has sensitive information. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Drama…
Read MoreGameCo Approved To Bring Video Game Gambling In NJ
GameCo has a license from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement to release its products to online and land-based casinos and sportsbooks in the state. The emphasis on video gambling will bring in a younger audience for the country. There are head-to-head contests that will be available in NJ casinos as GameCo products grow…
Read MoreBoyd Gaming Is Reopening But At The Cost Of Jobs
Boyd Gaming will reopen various casinos in Iowa and Missouri. Around 45 percent of employees have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 Boyd Gaming has no predictions when normalcy will return to their business. LAS VEGAS – Boyd Gaming is planning to reopen casinos around the country soon, but this could mean that…
Read MoreNevada To Limit The Number Of People At Casinos Upon Reopening
The Nevada Gaming Control Board said that when casinos reopen, they must limit occupancy to no more than 50%. No date has been set that will allow casinos in Nevada to reopen. Safety requirements upon reopening include no more than six guests at gaming tables. LAS VEGAS – The coronavirus pandemic has completely shifted some…
Read MoreProfessional Online Poker Players Are Cashing In During COVID-19
Online poker rooms have seen an uptick in players participating since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Only four states have legal online poker sites: New Jersey, Nevada, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. An online poker tournament had an $18 million dollar prize pool. LAS VEGAS — The coronavirus pandemic has caused drastic shifts in the way…
Read MoreSafety Shields A Possible Solution For Casino Openings In Vegas
Screaming Images is creating a safety shield to use at casinos. When casinos reopen, their main focus is going to be safety. LAS VEGAS — With all commercial casinos closed in Las Vegas, a safety plan for when they reopen is starting to be tested. Screaming Images are preparing a protective shield to place in…
Read MoreSkill-Based Casino Games Come To Nevada By GameCo
GameCo will now be allowed to distribute skill-based casino games in Nevada. The Nevada Gaming Commission unanimously voted for the approval last week. GameCo is already licensed in the state of California, Oklahoma, Connecticut, and Mississippi. LAS VEGAS – GameCo LLC has announced that they have received approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission to begin…
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