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Oneidas and Cayugas Pass the Peace Pipe Over Casinos in New York State
December 17, 2013

Oneidas and Cayugas Pass the Peace Pipe Over Casinos in New York State

Looks like the New York State Indian tribes are smoking the peace pipe; the Oneida Indian Nation has said in court that it will not block a casino project by the rival Cayuga Nation, despite...

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Sheldon Adelson’s EuroVegas in Spain Goes Up in Smoke
December 16, 2013

Sheldon Adelson’s EuroVegas in Spain Goes Up in Smoke

Adios, señores y señoras. There will be no EuroVegas in Madrid after all. After prolonged battles with Spanish nationals and the government over issues such as public smoking laws and even bringing a casino to...

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Same Time This Year: Another Megabucks Jackpot Hits in Las Vegas
December 16, 2013

Same Time This Year: Another Megabucks Jackpot Hits in Las Vegas

There must be something in the air in the desert at this time of year. Last year in mid-December, a woman playing an International Game Technologies' Megabucks slot machine used gaming credits earned to hit...

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House Subcommittee Hears Both Sides in Federal Online Gambling Debate
December 15, 2013

House Subcommittee Hears Both Sides in Federal Online Gambling Debate

It was Adelson vs. the American Gaming Association last week, as a Congressional subcommittee convened in Washington, D.C. to share views regarding online gambling. If you've been following us at all of late, you'll know...

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Three English Soccer Players Suspended for Violation of Betting Rules
December 14, 2013

Three English Soccer Players Suspended for Violation of Betting Rules

The Football Association (FA) – England's governing body for soccer – has made a point of cracking down harshly on players and staff members who violate rules about betting on matches. Apparently, they’re willing to...

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Massachusetts Gaming Commission Okays Revere Vote While Caesars Sues
December 13, 2013

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Okays Revere Vote While Caesars Sues

Suffolk Downs may well have their modified casino plan approved by Revere voters – but the state of Massachusetts isn’t taking their word for it. The gambling commission announced this week that they’re willing to...

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South Australian Ad Equates Kids’ Gaming with Future Gambling Problems
December 13, 2013

South Australian Ad Equates Kids’ Gaming with Future Gambling Problems

Put away that new Xbox One or PS4 – it just might turn you into a compulsive gambler. That may not have been the message that the South Australian Government was shooting for when they...

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MGM Clears Hurdles in Massachusetts; Gaming Commission Still Must Okay
December 12, 2013

MGM Clears Hurdles in Massachusetts; Gaming Commission Still Must Okay

Just when you thought no one would ever be good enough for Massachusetts' insanely fastidious gaming commission, the MGM actually earned their approbation this week. The commission's investigative arm - which could have its own...

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‘Twas the Night of the Living Dead: Zombie Apocalypse Is a Good Bet
December 11, 2013

‘Twas the Night of the Living Dead: Zombie Apocalypse Is a Good Bet

Every year punters place bets on whether or not they’ll wake up to a snowy blanket across their streets on Christmas morning. It’s the old romantic in each of us that longs for this scenic...

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Israel and Nevada Share Many Bonds; Casinos Could Become One More
December 10, 2013

Israel and Nevada Share Many Bonds; Casinos Could Become One More

With all Israel is dealing with these days politically, you might not expect building casinos to be a high priority, but the Jewish state is apparently giving it some  thought. To that end, Nevada's Governor...

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