Melco-Hard Rock Consortium Seals Cyprus Casino Deal
By 
Robert Johnson ·
The deal for the construction of the Republic of Cyprus’ first casino is set to be signed today, local media has reported. At the time of writing, contract parties are…
Tag: Casino Development
Federal Appeals Court Picks Connecticut’s Side in Casino Expansion Argument
By 
Terry Davis ·
Las Vegas gambling operator MGM Resorts International suffered another blow in its continued effort to be allowed to bid for the right to build a casino in Connecticut. On Wednesday,…
Hard Rock International to Reopen Former Trump Taj Mahal Casino in May 2018
By Robert Johnson ·
Casino operator Hard Rock International has announced a Memorial Day 2018 opening of what would be Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, or its first gambling venue in the…
Construction of Selena World Resort & Casino Commences in Primorye Gambling Zone
By Terry Davis ·
Russian casino developer Diamond Fortune Holdings Ltd. announced that construction work on its integrated resort in Russia’s Primorye Integrated Entertainment Zone has begun. The luxury complex, to be named Selena…
NetEnt Extends Spanish Footprint with Casino Table Games
By Terry Davis ·
Swedish online casino provider NetEnt announced today that it will launch table games in Spain to celebrate its second anniversary in the regulated market. Going live in Spain in June…
Okada Manila Casino Operations Unaffected Despite Ongoing Kazuo Okada Probe
By Robert Johnson ·
The Okada Manila casino resort’s operations have remained unaffected by the recent announcement by parent company Universal Entertainment Corp. that its founder – Japanese tycoon Kazuo Okada – was the…
Hard Rock to Add Skill-Based Gambling to Atlantic City Casino
By Robert Johnson ·
Casino and café chain owner Hard Rock International has submitted its plan for the redevelopment of the former Trump Taj Mahal casino resort to New Jersey’s gambling authorities. Among other…
Former Revel Casino Misses Another Reopening Deadline
By Robert Johnson ·
The former Revel Atlantic City casino resort is postponing its reopening date indefinitely, current owner Glenn Straub revealed on Thursday. Revel joined Atlantic City’s Boardwalk in 2012 as a $2-billion-plus…
Legislative Uncertainty Throws Connecticut’s Casino Expansion Effort in Limbo
By Terry Davis ·
Connecticut’s General Assembly may fail to strike a gambling expansion deal before the end of the legislative session, as a casino bill may not gain the necessary House support. A…
New Jersey Relaxes Casino Rules to Encourage Atlantic City Investment
By Robert Johnson ·
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie told media during a Thursday press conference that new casino regulations will be introduced in the weeks to come to encourage development in Atlantic City.…
Japanese Lawmakers to Open Public Consultation Period on Casino Bill in August
By Robert Johnson ·
The Japanese Diet will reveal details on the Integrated Resorts Implementation and announce a public consultation period no earlier than August, casino news outlet GGRAsia reported earlier today, citing an…
Gambling Regulator Grants Conditional Approval to Imperial Pacific Casino Opening
By Terry Davis ·
Casino developer Imperial Pacific International (IPI) may eventually launch its casino as part of larger development project in Saipan after the Northern Mariana Islands Commonwealth Casino Commission gave conditional approval…
Sun International Increases Latin American Casino Venture Stake as Part of Expansion Push
By Robert Johnson ·
With the ongoing gambling regulatory shifts in Latin America, South Africa’s Sun International has become among the many gambling companies to spot and embrace the investment potential of the region.…
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Names Osaka Preferred Destination for Casino Resort
By Robert Johnson ·
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd. owner Lawrence Ho told Bloomberg that the ideal scenario for his company would be to be allowed to build an integrated resort in Osaka, in…
Hard Rock International Elevates Investment in Trump Taj Mahal Casino Redevelopment
By Robert Johnson ·
Hard Rock International has increased planned investment for the redevelopment of the former Trump Taj Mahal casino resort in Atlantic City, CEO Jim Allen revealed at the recently held East…
Jeff Gural Believes Competition from New York Will Eventually Drive New Jersey to Casino Expansion
By Robert Johnson ·
New York real estate developer Jeff Gural said at the East Coast Gaming Congress that he has remained optimistic about the eventual construction of a Las Vegas-style casino resort in…
Casino 36 to Swing Doors Open in England’s West Midlands in 2018
By Robert Johnson ·
A £12-million casino and bingo hall is set to be built and launched in England’s Black Country area next year. The venue will be branded Casino 36 and is expected…
Ducardo Ueberfeldt Wins Forbes Pokerman Open Main Event at King’s Casino Rozvadov
By Terry Davis ·
King’s Casino in the Czech village of Rozvadov has over the years expanded its activities so much that action at the poker room never seems to stop. Last night, the…
Crown Resorts Scraps Las Vegas Strip Casino Project with Land Sale
By Robert Johnson ·
Australian casino operator Crown Resorts has undertaken another move to dispose of its international assets, local media has reported. The company, led by billionaire James Packer, is selling a Las…
Caesars Emerges from Bankruptcy with International Casino Expansion Plans
By Robert Johnson ·
Hotel and casino operator Caesars Entertainment Corp. will aim for further Strip development, geographical expansion, and M&A opportunities when it emerges from bankruptcy, CEO Mark Frissora said in a recent…
Connecticut Governor to Only Support Casino Expansion that Respects Existing Tribal Agreements
By Robert Johnson ·
Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy said on Friday in an interview for local media that he would only sign a casino expansion proposal that would not harm the existing revenue sharing…
Illinois Casino Expansion Bill Passes Senate Vote
By Robert Johnson ·
Illinois Senate lawmakers approved earlier this week a bill that provides for the construction of up to six land-based casinos across the state. The proposed legislation is now headed to…
New Design Pushes Genting’s Las Vegas Casino Opening to 2020
By Robert Johnson ·
Malaysian casino developer and operator Genting Group revealed on Wednesday that the opening of the $4-billion Resorts World Las Vegas has been pushed to 2020 due to an overhaul of…
Hard Rock International Expands Casino Operations in Ottawa
By Robert Johnson ·
Casino developer and operator Hard Rock International is set to expand its operations to Canada’s capital Ottawa, local media has reported. The company is yet to reveal more information about…
Melco Resorts & Entertainment to Pursue Uniqueness in Japan’s Casino Market
By Terry Davis ·
Casino developer and operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment will be chasing after innovation and uniqueness, if it wins a casino license in Japan, CFO Geoffrey Davis said during a Wednesday…
Brazil Draws Major Casino Operators
By Robert Johnson ·
Although casino gambling is illegal in Brazil, the country has reportedly been eyed by some of the world’s biggest casino operators. According to media reports, Las Vegas casino mogul Sheldon…
New Hampshire House Rejects Casino Expansion Bill
By Terry Davis ·
A casino expansion bill, sponsored by New Hampshire Senator Lou D’Allesandro, was voted down by the state House on Thursday. New Hampshire lawmakers also approved a measure that would make…
Macau Legend to Bring Macau Casino Experience to Northwest Africa
By Robert Johnson ·
Northwest Africa may become the next favorite gambling hub for Chinese players as a Macau casino developer is building a multi-million-dollar integrated resort in Cape Verde. Macau Legend Development Ltd.…
Wynn Resorts Confirms Strip Project and Remains Silent on Japan Casino Interest
By Robert Johnson ·
Earlier this week, casino developer and operator Wynn Resorts announced that the company’s board has approved the proposed project for the construction of a $1.5-billion integrated resort on the Las…
City of Dreams Manila Owner Reveals Casino Expansion Plans
By Robert Johnson ·
Philippine residential and leisure property developer Belle Corp. has unveiled plans to expand its casino operations within Manila’s Entertainment City and beyond. Belle currently operates City of Dreams Manila, a…