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In the dynamic world of political betting, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ recent withdrawal from the 2024 Republican primary has sent ripples through betting markets. As political enthusiasts and bettors alike analyze the implications of this development, the focus intensifies on the shifting odds within the GOP race, particularly benefiting former President Donald Trump. Impact on […]

Jeju Shinhwa World, a casino resort on Jeju Island in South Korea, is targeting Southeast Asian markets post-pandemic. The company said their marketing efforts are now focused on attracting customers from the region as many people there are already familiar with South Korean culture and are also more inclined to travel overseas. Jeju Will Focus […]

Osaka’s Integrated Resort (IR) District Development Plan has been approved by Japan’s national government. The Osaka prefecture and city governments, along with MGM Resorts International and Orix Corp, received certification from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to proceed with their proposed JPY1.08 trillion casino resort project on Yumeshima Island. Osaka IR to […]

Chicago currently prohibits the operation of video gambling terminals (VGTs) within the city. That could change under the leadership of the newly-elected mayor, Brandon Johnson, who supports the legalization of video gambling. VGTs vs. Bally’s Casino But the idea of legalizing VGTs in Chicago collides with a major casino deal that former mayor Lori Lightfoot […]

The American gaming industry has a more diverse workforce than other industries in the US, according to new research released by the American Gaming Association (AGA). The study found that gaming companies employ more workers from a minority background (61.1%) than the broader hospitality sector (52%), and the entire US workforce (42%). More Minorities Working […]

Caesars-owned Bally’s Las Vegas has officially been rebranded as Horseshoe in a grand opening ceremony on March 24, just two months before the start of the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP). The rebranding marks the return of the iconic Horseshoe brand to the Strip, with the momentous event witnessed by prominent figures in the […]

In March 2022, the Perth Casino Royal Commission found Crown Resorts unfit to hold a license in Western Australia (WA) and provided 59 recommendations aimed at reforming the casino’s operations and fixing the state’s “flawed” gambling laws. No Need for Nominations Committee The WA government has now issued its official response to the Royal Commission […]

Belgium is set to implement a blanket ban on gambling advertising from July 1, 2023. The ban applies to all media platforms, including television, radio, cinema, websites, social media networks, and print publications, with operators also prohibited from displaying ads in public areas. Ban Seeks to Stop Gambling Normalization in Belgium Belgium’s upcoming advertising ban […]

In October 2021, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) launched the “Take Time to Think” safer gambling campaign to help UK customers stay in control of their gambling. But a recent academic evaluation has found the campaign to be ineffective, as players’ gambling behavior remains unchanged even if they see the slogan. No Impact on […]