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Las Vegas Strip Murder Defendants Remain in Jail, Casino Robbery Charges Mount
January 12, 2022

Las Vegas Strip Murder Defendants Remain in Jail, Casino Robbery Charges Mount

Two men accused of New Year’s Eve homicides and attempted robberies at Las Vegas Strip properties are still behind bars. The duo appeared in court on Monday, but a judge refused to set bail after...

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Singapore’s Casinos Face New Taxes Following Approval of Legislation
January 12, 2022

Singapore’s Casinos Face New Taxes Following Approval of Legislation

Singapore has made some changes to its gambling laws that might not please casino operators. New taxes are on their way as part of an updated Casino Control Act. After some deliberation, Singapore's government has...

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Germany’s Sports Fans Unhappy with Team Ties to Gambling Firms
January 12, 2022

Germany’s Sports Fans Unhappy with Team Ties to Gambling Firms

Some German sports fans aren't happy with the state of relationships between their favorite teams and sports betting companies. Now they're calling out the teams, issuing demands that they curtail their relationships. The Fourth Interstate...

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Aquarius Casino Resort Murder Defendant to Appear in Nevada Court Later This Month
January 12, 2022

Aquarius Casino Resort Murder Defendant to Appear in Nevada Court Later This Month

One of two men charged with murder after a Laughlin, Nev. casino fight last July is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 27. David Cruz, 45, of Las Vegas is expecting in court as...

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Macau Won’t Target US Operators, Fitch Analysts Say
January 11, 2022

Macau Won’t Target US Operators, Fitch Analysts Say

Casino operators in Macau are waiting to see the final results of the city's updated gambling laws. They're likely a little anxious, but Fitch Rating analysts don't believe they should be. Macau's government and gaming...

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Bob Baffert Considering Lawsuit Against Churchill Downs Over Kentucky Derby Ban
January 11, 2022

Bob Baffert Considering Lawsuit Against Churchill Downs Over Kentucky Derby Ban

A lawyer for Bob Baffert confirmed to Casino.org Monday night that the Hall of Fame thoroughbred trainer is considering a federal lawsuit against Churchill Downs Inc. The action is an effort to have his 3-year-olds...

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Codere Shareholders Look To Sell Company’s Bingo and Arcade Ops in Argentina
January 11, 2022

Codere Shareholders Look To Sell Company’s Bingo and Arcade Ops in Argentina

It was clear when Codere shareholders took over the gaming company that changes were eminent. The first wave of changes has arrived, with operations in Argentina being the target. As soon as shareholders cut a...

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Two South Koreans Arrested in the Philippines for Illegal Gambling, Other Activity
January 10, 2022

Two South Koreans Arrested in the Philippines for Illegal Gambling, Other Activity

Two criminals from South Korea wanted on charges of illegal gambling and other crimes thought they could hide out in the Philippines. They thought wrong, and both have now been taken into custody. The Philippines'...

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Professional Gambler Neil Channing Critical About Changes to UK’s Gambling Review
January 10, 2022

Professional Gambler Neil Channing Critical About Changes to UK’s Gambling Review

The UK is going to update some of its gambling laws this year. The outcome has professional gambler Neil Channing concerned about the future of horse racing in the country. The review took over a...

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JKO Play’s Eddie Jordan Gets Support from Billionaire for Playtech Bid
January 10, 2022

JKO Play’s Eddie Jordan Gets Support from Billionaire for Playtech Bid

Eddie Jordan and JKO Play have found a source of funds to help with a potential bid for Playtech. The cofounder of PartyGaming, Vikrant Bhargava, has stepped up to support the potential acquisition of the...

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