In what could be a case of it paying to have friends in high places, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen’s effort to bring a casino hotel to Queens could be rescued by Gov. Kathy Hochul — a Democrat to whom the billionaire financier is a major donor. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks to…
Month: October 2024
Red Rock Stock Could Feel Election Impact, Says Analyst
Shares of Red Rock Resorts (NASDAQ: RRR) have recently scuffled, shedding almost 10% over the past 90 days. That could be the result of weak seasonality stemming from 2024 being a presidential election year. Red Rock’s Green Valley Ranch in Henderson, Nevada. An analyst said the stock could be affected by the presidential election. (Image:…
UN Warns That Crime Groups in Asia Launder Billions Through Illegal Gambling Sites
The United Nations (UN) has voiced its concerns about the growing prevalence of criminal organizations in Southeast Asia running illegal online gambling sites using cryptocurrency payments. The UN’s Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) published the report titled “Transnational Organized Crime and the Convergence of Cyber-Enabled Fraud, Underground Banking, and Technological Innovation: A Shifting Threat…
French Casino Body Calls Imminent Tax Hike a “Death Warrant” for Gambling Firms
Tax hike anxiety France’s new government under Emmanuel Macron’s successor as Prime Minister, Michel Barnier, has sent gambling firms into a tailspin after news of proposed tax hikes on the sector. will hit online sportsbooks and horse racing sites the hardest Les Echos revealed that the Barnier administration will, on Thursday, publish plans to levy…
Brian Christopher: Majority of Casino Patrons Want a Smoke-Free Environment (Exclusive)
Canadian casino gaming influencer Brian Christopher is releasing the results of what he says is the largest-ever research study on smoke-free casinos, and will be discussing the survey at G2E in Las Vegas on Wednesday, according to an exclusive interview with Casino.org. Casino gaming influencer Brian Christopher, right, seen next to Canadian Gaming Association president…
Crypto Companies Replacing Premier League Gambling Sponsors, Investing $170m This Season
Cryptocurrency firms are investing heavily in the English Premier League (EPL), committing nearly $170m for the 2024-2025 season. Bloomberg News reported that this figure will likely increase with more agreements to come during the course of the season. With a ban on front-of-shirt gambling sponsors from the start of the 2026-2027 season, teams are looking…
Man Sells Baby for $958 to Fund Gambling Addiction
An Indonesian man has been arrested after selling his child to fund his online gambling addiction. The 36-year-old father, identified only as RA, sold his 11-month-old baby for just 15 million Indonesian Rupiah ($958), which he quickly deposited into his online accounts. The child’s mother and wife of RA returned to the family home in…
California Casino Opens Shelter for Wildfire Evacuees, Blaze Threatens Residents, Structures
Numerous California residents forced to flee their homes because of a threatening wildfire are finding temporary shelter at Golden Acorn Casino. The Posta 3 Fire, pictured above. California residents were told to evacuate due to the wildfire. Some found shelter at a casino. (Image: NW Fire Blog) The wildfire, called the Posta 3 Fire, was…
Playtech Management Facing Scrutiny Over “Obscene” €100m Bonus Plan
A lucrative idea Playtech shareholders are questioning the recent proposal of a €100m ($110m) bonus scheme for top company executives. The gambling software development company announced the package the same day it completed the sale of Italian gambling operator Snaitech for €2.3bn ($2.5bn) to Flutter Entertainment. Snaitech’s management would have a €34m ($37m) bonus pool…
Our Expert Predictions on the Hottest Halloween Costumes of 2024
Halloween is almost here, and we’re excited to share what’s set to be the hottest costumes of the season. Pop culture always has a way of influencing our favourite looks, and 2024 is no different. From breakout stars and internet sensations to timeless movie characters, this year’s lineup is packed with costumes that will have…