New Jersey Casinos Opening With Increased COVID Restrictions

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New Jersey Casinos are reopening with numerous restrictions designed to limit the spread of COVID-19. There is no smoking, drinking, or eating allowed inside of New Jersey casinos upon reopening. Governor Phil Murphy banned indoor dining saying crowds weren’t behaving responsibly enough. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – New Jersey casinos are continuing their march towards reopening…

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Casinos Continue Safety Protocols As Gamblers Raise Concerns

Cashless Gaming

To help prevent the spread of the coronavirus even more, some casinos have been considering cashless gaming options. As casinos have been reopening, they have been implementing different safety measures for their guest’s safety. The odds these casinos remain open with growing coronavirus cases are not favorable but protocols are in place. LAS VEGAS —…

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Boyd Gaming Is Reopening But At The Cost Of Jobs

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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…

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Louisiana Casinos To Reopen On May 18 Among Other States

Casino Re-openings

Louisiana casinos were shut down on March 17th due to the coronavirus. They will become the first big market city that is allowing for their casinos to reopen. There will be safety regulations in place for when the reopening process begins. NEW ORLEANS – Louisiana is set to become the first big market city to…

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Nevada To Limit The Number Of People At Casinos Upon Reopening

New Casino Regulations

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…

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Professional Online Poker Players Are Cashing In During COVID-19

Online Poker

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…

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Online Betting Market In Portugal Sets New Revenue Record

Portugal Online Gambling

This marked the first time that online casinos have brought in more revenue than land-based casinos in the country. Land-based casinos in Portugal were forced to close in March due to COVID-19. Portugal has ten licensed online sports betting operators and they all reported an increase in revenue in Q1. LISBON, Portugal — The online…

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