Casinos
Georgia Lawmakers Look To Create Massive Gambling Bill In 2020
Georgia is one of eight states in the country that has neither tribal nor commercial casinos. As the industry would be brand new, legislators believe the expansion would create thousands of jobs. Lawmakers must decide to legalize gaming by each industry or as one all-inclusive gambling bill. ATLANTA – While the belief that Georgia could…
Read MoreEndorphina Partners With BetWarrior To Launch Mobile Slots
BetWarrior customers now have access to Dia de los Muertos and Mystery of Eldorado. Endorphina is licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority. BetWarrior is licensed in Curacao. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The iGaming studio, Endorphina, has reached a deal with the mobile-driven company BetWarrior to expand its operations further into the mobile gaming market. The deal…
Read MoreOklahoma Governor Set To Make Tribal Class III Operations Illegal Going Into 2020
Governor Kevin Stitt says tribal operations will expire in Oklahoma after January 1. Native American casino operators are currently taxed between 4-10% of their revenue. Governor Stitt wants to start negotiations at 25% for any new agreement. OKLAHOMA CITY – The clash between the Native American tribes and Oklahoma government has reached another boiling point,…
Read MoreMiami Valley Gaming Racino Receives $100 Million Expansion
Miami Valley Gaming racino has been around since 2013. The casino is making expansions for a full casino and room for a new sportsbook. Construction for the new expansion is expected to begin in early 2020. LEBANON, Ohio – On Tuesday, the Warren County commissioners approved a $100 million expansion for Miami Valley Gaming racino.…
Read MoreA $200M Casino Could Be Coming To Georgia
South Columbus could be getting a $200 million casino in the future. Lawmakers are considering restarting the debate to legalize casinos in 2020. A statewide referendum will be needed before any new gambling facilities can open. COLUMBUS, Ga. – Lawmakers are discussing the possibility to legalize casinos and other forms of gaming in 2020. A…
Read MoreOnline Casino Advertisements Now Welcomed By Google
Google previously banned all online gaming companies from purchasing advertisement space. With the changing federal and state laws, the search engine sees the benefits of allowing these ads. Google also permitted the advertising of online sportsbooks earlier this year. LAS VEGAS – Major changes are coming in the form of online ads. While search engines…
Read MoreMakati City In Philippines Limits Online Casino Licenses
Applications for Philippine offshore gaming operator licenses will no longer be accepted. City officials believe that the allowing of so many licenses has increased crime in Makati City. A housing bubble is also the reason why applications have ceased. LAS VEGAS – Makati City officials have stopped issuing Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) licenses on…
Read MoreSecond Hand Smoking Creates Case For Online Gambling
Most casinos in Las Vegas still allow for smoking on the casino floor. Casino workers are getting sick due to second-hand smoking. Online casinos provide an alternative for those who do not want to be near smoking. LAS VEGAS – Over the years, many casino workers and casino players have gotten sick due to second-hand…
Read MoreNew Virginia Casinos Could Generate $260m In Tax Revenue
This study was done by the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission. The audit shows that the casinos could generate $969 million in gaming revenue. Voters need to approve the bill before new casinos can be built. RICHMOND, Va. – A study released last week by the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission shows casinos…
Read MoreA Second Oklahoma Tribe Is Interested In Opening Casinos In Arkansas
The Choctaw Nation is interested in operating casinos in Arkansas. The Cherokee Nation from Oklahoma has also filed a similar application. The Cherokee Nation has support from Pope County while the Choctaw Nation does not. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Choctaw Nation has submitted an application to the Arkansas Racing Commission for a gaming license.…
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