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Macau Casinos Begin to Support Esports
In many parts of the world, including China, esports have rapidly become an increasingly popular pastime, with large crowds drawing major sponsors and big prize funds for top players. That meant it was only a matter of time before Macau’s casinos jumped...
FCC Likely to Repeal Net Neutrality Rules This Week
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will vote on Thursday to repeal the net neutrality rules that the same body put into place back in 2015, with the commissioners almost certain to approve the rollback. And while the change in rules could have...
Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl Odds Lengthen on Carson Wentz Injury
Oddsmakers are lengthening the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl odds this morning after star quarterback Carson Wentz suffered a devastating injury in the third quarter of the team's 43-35 win over the Los Angeles Rams. Initial testing detected loose ligaments around Wentz's knee....
William Hill Adds Support to Scientific Games Takeover of NYX
The battle between Scientific Games and William Hill over the acquisition of NYX Gaming has seemingly come to an amicable conclusion, as William Hill is now providing support for the deal. In a press release distributed on Wednesday, Scientific Games announced several...
Op-Ed: Why I Hope New Jersey Gets Its Own Legal Sports Betting in 2018
I won’t lie: I’ve made some underground sports bets in my life. I’ve also smoked pot, bought concert tickets from scalpers, and hung out at bars where I threw back cocktails hours after legal drink service officially wrapped up. (Okay, maybe that...
MGM, CT Tribes Open to Competitive Bidding on Bridgeport Casino
The two Native American tribes that operate casinos in Connecticut now say that they want to be part of any process that results in a casino being built in the city of Bridgeport. The move comes in response to MGM’s proposal to...
Seminole Tribe Warns Florida Legislators That DFS Bill May Violate Compact
The Seminole Tribe of Florida has sent a letter to members of the Florida legislature, warning them that a bill to legalize daily fantasy sports (DFS) without regulation would violate the compact between the tribe and the state. The Seminoles operate several...
NFL Playoff Picture Will Get Cleared Up After Weekend Slate Of Games
There are four weeks remaining in the NFL’s regular season and several games on Sunday will determine if teams that are hoping to make the playoffs will keep their chances alive. Atlanta was one of those squads and defeated New Orleans, 20-17...
Galaxy Entertainment Looks to Invest $500 Million in Philippines Casino Resort
Galaxy Entertainment is ready to take its show on the road and develop its first integrated casino resort outside of Macau. The Hong Kong-based gaming and hospitality conglomerate founded and owned by billionaire Lui Che Woo is reportedly seeking regulatory approval for...
Over 200 Pennsylvania Towns Tell Casinos They’re Not Welcome
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) is hearing loud and clear from townships and municipalities across the Commonwealth that they are vehemently against permitting casinos to be built in their backyards. Governor Tom Wolf (D) signed a far-reaching gambling expansion package in...
