Unibet’s Maria Rebrands and Launches Revamped Site in Mid-February

by February 9, 2016

Online gambling operator Unibet announced today that it is to launch an overhauled version of its online gaming brand Maria later this month. The company said that the overhaul would include a fully responsive front-end site as well as a new brand tonality. Thus, the it would be ...

Amaya Appoints Financial Advisor after Informal Takeover Proposal

by February 8, 2016

Canadian online gambling giant Amaya Inc., which purchased online poker rooms PokerStars and Full Tilt in August 2014, announced today that Barclays Capital Canada Inc. has been appointed by the board of directors’ special committee as an exclusive financial advisor.Th ...

Richard Carter Replaces Itai Zak as SBTech CEO

by February 8, 2016

Provider of sports betting technology and software SBTech confirmed today the departure of CEO Itai Zak and announced the appointment of Richard Carter as his permanent replacement.Mr. Carter has previously been Director of Research at Deutsche Bank. During his seven-year te ...

Alter City Group Applies for Tax Benefits for Construction of Tinian Casino Resort

by February 8, 2016

Macau-based Alter City Group, which was given the nod by the Tinian Casino Gaming Control Commission to operate a $1.2-billion hotel and casino resort on Tinian, said that is contemplating on the possibility to open a temporary casino until its main project is completed.The d ...

Wynn-Boston Agreement Approved by MassGaming Commission

Wynn-Boston Agreement Approved by MassGaming Commission

by February 5, 2016

It was announced that Wynn Resorts has cleared yet another administrative hurdle, related to the construction of the luxurious casino resort in Massachusetts. The members of the MassGaming Commission have just approved an agreement proposed by the company-developer and the city o ...

Florida Lawmakers to Decide on Gambling Expansion Matters Next Week

Florida Lawmakers to Decide on Gambling Expansion Matters Next Week

by February 5, 2016

It seems that today is an important day in the gambling history of Florida as the House and Senate leaders are expected to propose bills that would allow the Seminole Tribe to add craps and roulette at its casino venues. What is more, Palm Beach County residents might soon be abl ...

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Casino Project Moves Ahead

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Casino Project Moves Ahead

by February 5, 2016

The casino project that is about to be realized in the Muskegon suburb is moving ahead. Yesterday, the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians tribe moved one step closer to receiving the federal permit and therefore, it might soon be given the nod to commence construction.The tr ...

Rivers Casino & Resort Construction Goes According to Plan

Rivers Casino & Resort Construction Goes According to Plan

by February 4, 2016

When it comes to gambling legislation, New York officials seem really cautious and it is not surprising that they were willing to iron out all details before issuing casino licenses. Anyway, the names of the licensees were officially announced in December and Rush Street Gaming a ...

Borgata Calls for Prompt Resolution to Tax Refund Issues

Borgata Calls for Prompt Resolution to Tax Refund Issues

by February 4, 2016

It seems the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa tax refund saga is nearing its end. Atlantic City officials have been repeatedly pressed to take a final stance on the matter and eventually provide an adequate compensation to the casino.Although the refunds were due in December, ...

Everett Casino Construction Likely to Fall Behind Schedule Due to Waterfront Permit Hurdles

Everett Casino Construction Likely to Fall Behind Schedule Due to Waterfront Permit Hurdles

by February 4, 2016

The $1.7 billion Everett casino project is expected to receive the long-awaited waterfront permit within the next few days and it seems the opponents of the project have missed one important detail. In order to object the aforementioned permit, they must have taken actions in tha ...

City Council Holds Further Meetings on MGM Springfield Casino Project

City Council Holds Further Meetings on MGM Springfield Casino Project

by February 3, 2016

Michael Fenton, the President of the City Council, announced that two additional meetings of the city council have been scheduled. During the meetings, city officials are expected to make a decision related to the casino site plan, proposed by MGM Springfield. However, he added t ...

Connecticut Officials Grant Federal Recognition to Schaghticoke Tribal Nation

Connecticut Officials Grant Federal Recognition to Schaghticoke Tribal Nation

by February 3, 2016

Representatives of the Schaghticoke Tribal Nation announced that the tribe has been granted federal recognition and therefore, it has the right to enter the competition for building the third commercial casino in the state of Connecticut. This is considered a major milestone, giv ...

AFC Leopards Sponsorship Deal May Eventually Go to Tribunal

by February 3, 2016

Kenya’s Sports Dispute Terminal has ruled on a dispute between two rivaling factions within the management of the country’s Premier League football club AFC Leopards related to two sponsorship deals with gambling operators Betway and Sportpesa.According to the tri ...

World Class Casino Resorts to Be Built Outside Manila

World Class Casino Resorts to Be Built Outside Manila

by February 3, 2016

According to reliable sources, PAGCOR – the gaming regulator of the Philippines, is likely to grant licenses for casino establishments outside the capital Manila. However, operators, willing to commence construction need to meet certain requirements. They must be prepared to inve ...

Kentucky Gambling Expansion Brought Back on the Agenda

Kentucky Gambling Expansion Brought Back on the Agenda

by February 3, 2016

Gambling legislation in the state of Kentucky has been repeatedly postponed over the last couple of years, but now it seems the question was brought back on the agenda.A bill, aimed at expanding the gambling sector in Kentucky, was proposed on Tuesday by Sen. Julie Raque Ada ...