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Churchill Downs-NYRA Venture Seeks to Put Horse Racing on Sports Betting Apps
August 11, 2022

Churchill Downs-NYRA Venture Seeks to Put Horse Racing on Sports Betting Apps

Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced late Thursday afternoon that it sold a 49% stake in its United Tote division to a subsidiary of NYRA. It's a move the Louisville-based company said goes along with its...

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Bellagio Security Rescued Puppy Finds New Home After Frightening Ordeal
August 11, 2022

Bellagio Security Rescued Puppy Finds New Home After Frightening Ordeal

The puppy rescued from a sweltering car at the Bellagio parking garage last month now has a forever home. She was named Dutchess, and she is getting the royal treatment. The four-month-old Siberian Husky was...

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Smarkets Fined by the UK Gambling Commission Over Regulatory Failings
August 11, 2022

Smarkets Fined by the UK Gambling Commission Over Regulatory Failings

Online betting operator Smarkets is the latest to find itself on the UK Gambling Commission’s (UKGC) radar. It faces allegations of not living up to its social responsibility and anti-money laundering (AML) obligations, failures which...

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Entain Sets Its Sights on Croatia as Expansion Into Eastern Europe Commences
August 11, 2022

Entain Sets Its Sights on Croatia as Expansion Into Eastern Europe Commences

Entain already has a strong global presence, but now it's ramping up its operations in Europe, starting with Croatia. As earnings continue to increase, Entain recently announced that it will acquire 75% of SuperSport Group,...

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Chile’s Gambling Ecosystem Under Siege Over Allegations of Fraud, Other Illegal Activity
August 11, 2022

Chile’s Gambling Ecosystem Under Siege Over Allegations of Fraud, Other Illegal Activity

There's trouble brewing in Chile's gambling industry that might not have a happy ending. On several fronts, accusations of fraud, embezzlement, abuse of authority, and more are coming to the surface. Chile has been attempting...

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Australian Cons Friends’ Business For Gambling Funds
August 11, 2022

Australian Cons Friends’ Business For Gambling Funds

The owners of the Busy Bee Pharmacy in Perth, Australia, thought they had run into good luck when a family friend offered to manage the company's books. What they didn't expect was that the friend...

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Caesars, EBCI Holdings to Partner on $650M Virginia Casino Project
August 11, 2022

Caesars, EBCI Holdings to Partner on $650M Virginia Casino Project

Caesars Entertainment announced on Wednesday that when it breaks ground this week for its planned Caesars Virginia casino in Danville, Va., it will do so with a partner in the $650 million development project. ECBI...

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California Educators, Top Legislators Oppose Online Sports Betting Measure
August 10, 2022

California Educators, Top Legislators Oppose Online Sports Betting Measure

More California leaders have come out against Proposition 27, the proposed constitutional amendment that would legalize online sports betting statewide. On Wednesday, two education-related groups announced their opposition to one of two sports betting measures...

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Jackpot: Wynn Las Vegas Player Wins $1.5M on Slot
August 10, 2022

Jackpot: Wynn Las Vegas Player Wins $1.5M on Slot

A player at the Wynn Las Vegas hit a jackpot of over $1.5 million on Monday. It was won on a progressive slot machine. The mystery player won the jackpot after a $50 bet. The...

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Vietnam Wants To Legalize Sports Betting To Curb Black Market Wagers
August 10, 2022

Vietnam Wants To Legalize Sports Betting To Curb Black Market Wagers

Lawmakers in Vietnam see a future where the country can embrace, not shun, gambling. As the idea of expanding its casino market continues to lead legislative discussions, legal sports betting is making an appearance. A...

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