2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Colombia Casino Robbery Ends with Arrest of Gang Members
Colombian police ended a casino robbery in Santa Marta in the act this week, potentially stopping a crime spree. Among those captured is a man on the list of most-wanted criminals in the city. Three young men were caught in flagrante delicto...
Cambodia’s Star Vegas Casino Reopens Following Year-Long Shutdown
More casino activity is returning to normal after the long-running COVID-19 debacle. Donaco International's Star Vegas in Cambodia will soon reopen its doors. The global COVID-19 pandemic took its toll on the land-based gaming industry worldwide. Some areas took it worse than...
Star Entertainment Ex-Boss Matt Bekier Blames Others for Company’s Failures
In New South Wales' ongoing inquiry into Star Entertainment, former CEO Matt Bekier is dismissing his role in the casino operator's mismanagement and alleged money laundering. Instead, according to him, other executives should receive all of the blame. Matt Bekier resigned as...
Illegal Gambling Operation in Argentina That Drew More Than 500 Spectators Busted
Police dismantled an illegal gambling operation at a recognized sports complex in Buenos Aires, Argentina over the weekend. There were more than 500 spectators. However, only a small percentage participated in the gambling activity. Police uncovered a massive illegal gambling operation at...
Italian Police Bust Gang with Hand in Illegal Gambling, Money Laundering
Following an extensive investigation, Italian police have dismantled an illegal gambling and money laundering outfit. More than 71 people face charges for their role in the multibillion-dollar enterprise. Laundering dirty money through a complex betting system, especially in sports and gambling. That's...
Aussie Politician Wants Gambling Ad Ban as Spending Soars
Gambling advertising is on the rise in Australia, with a new Nielsen report indicating a significant increase in five years. One politician thinks it's time to cut back, and is using that as his platform for the upcoming election. The past few...
Las Vegas Sands Wins Fight with Asian American Corp. In Macau
Las Vegas Sands has reportedly won its long-standing fight with a former casino partner in Macau. It won't have to hand over the billions of dollars Asian American Corp. has sought through legal channels for years. The owner of Asian American Corp.,...
Greece Online Gaming Market to Add Two New Operators
Following the revival of Greece's online gaming market last year, more operators continue to show interest. Two new operators hope to join the space, and recently submitted their applications for iGaming licenses. Greece's online gaming market is on the rebound after a...
Illegal Tokyo Casino Shook Down By Japanese Yakuza Spawns Arrests
Police in Tokyo, Japan, shut down an illegal gaming hall operating in the Shinjuku district last fall. The subsequent investigation uncovered illegal shakedowns, and police have now arrested four yakuza-tied extortionists. All four are low-level operatives of a local yakuza group, the...
Northern Ireland Sportsbooks, Bingo Halls Now Open 7 Days A Week
Northern Ireland's attempts to update some of its gambling laws are now complete. Thanks to royal assent this past Tuesday, sportsbooks and bingo halls can now open on Sundays without breaking the rules. It's been a long time since 1985, the last...
