Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Queens Casino Proposal Approved by CAC
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New York Mets Owner’s Queens Casino Proposal Approved by CAC Vote

Cohen’s bid joins Bally’s Bronx proposal, MGM Empire City, and Resorts World NYC as those that will go to the Gaming Facility Location Board for a final review.
Bally's Bronx Casino Approved, The Coney Rejected
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Coney Island Casino Bid Rejected, Bally’s Bronx Approved During CAC Votes

Bally’s is the third proposal to be approved for a final review, while The Coney is the fourth to be rejected. One CAC vote remains.
Two NYC Casino Proposals Approved by CACs
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

MGM Empire City, Resorts World NYC Casinos Approved by CAC Votes

Three other proposals have been rejected since the start of last week. Three remain in the running to go for a final decision at the Gaming Facility Location Board.
Pivotal Day in NYC Casino Race
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

A Pair of New York Casino Proposals to Receive CAC Votes Today

They are two of five proposals that are still eligible to receive one of three available NYC casino operators’ licenses.
Freedom Plaza Casino Rejected in Vote
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Freedom Plaza Casino Rejected by CAC Vote, Five NY Casino Projects Remain

The vote means that all Manhattan projects, including those in Hudson Yards and Times Square, failed to get past their respective CAC.
Times Square, Avenir Casino Projects Rejected
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Times Square, Hudson Yards Casino Projects Dead After CAC Votes

“I'm shocked by the result,” said Dino Fusco, COO of Silverstein Properties. “We're putting forth a project in a location that could really use this type of complex..."
Scattered Spider Casino Hacker Surrenders
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Teen Hacker Behind Caesars, MGM Casino Attacks Surrenders to Police

A teenager was arrested in connection with a series of cyberattacks that cost Las Vegas casinos more than $100 million, according to the authorities.
Kansas Casinos Grow Nearly 4% YoY
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Kansas Casinos Continue Steady Growth, Generate $37.3 Million in August

The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission released its unaudited figures for August, revealing that the state’s four retail casinos generated $37.3 million.
N3on Joins Iggy Azalea's Casino Team
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Streamer N3on Joins Iggy Azalea’s MOTHERLAND Casino Ownership Team

The move was intentional, as MOTHERLAND combines casino gaming with other elements of the internet and pop culture, including streaming.
Indebted Gamblers Jumps Ship from Royal Caribbean
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Royal Caribbean Passenger Jumped Ship With $16,000 in Gambling Debt

He had jumped ship around 9:00 a.m. local time on Sunday, Sept. 7 around the time that cruise passengers were leaving the ship to explore the local island.