1979 stories by Steve Bittenbender
Terre Haute Casino: Indiana Settles with Lucy Luck, But Full House Files New Lawsuit
The Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) announced Tuesday that it has reached a settlement with the former license holder for the long-awaited Terre Haute casino. And while commissioners and staff are eager to move forward with the new licensee, another legal challenge now...
Nevada Gaming Control Board Backs Making Cashless Gaming Accounts Easier to Open
Nevada is a step closer to allowing gamblers to register remotely so they can take advantage of cashless gaming opportunities at brick-and-mortar casinos. On Thursday, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) endorsed proposed changes that would enable people to self-verify their identification...
New York Gaming Commission Gets 30 Responses for Downstate Casinos RFI
The New York State Gaming Commission received 30 responses for the request for information (RFI) solicitation it issued regarding the three downstate casino licenses it can award. The submitters include eight casino operators, but links to the responses from most of them...
Chicago Casino Resort Developers Tout Their Billion-Dollar Proposals to the Public
CHICAGO – Residents in the Windy City got a chance Thursday to hear directly from the development teams behind the five projects vying for Chicago’s casino license. The public presentations at the Isadore and Sadie Dorin Forum at the University of Illinois...
Global Payments Gaming Solutions to Provide Payment Platform for MaximBet
MaximBet has announced a partnership with Global Payments Gaming Solutions. Under its terms, the payment technology provider will provide the funding platform for its mobile sports betting and iGaming applications. In a statement, MaximBet said the Global Payments solution will give its...
PlayUp Names Dennis Drazin US Chairman as Suit Against Ex-CEO Mintas Continues
PlayUp announced late Tuesday evening that Monmouth Park Chairman and CEO Dennis Drazin has been named PlayUp USA’s chairman. The move is effective immediately, as the Australian-based gaming company takes legal action against the former CEO of its American division. Drazin, whom...
Indiana Sports Betting Breaks Another Handle Record in November
November proved to be another record month for sports betting in Indiana. Buoyed by the start of the college basketball season, the retail sportsbooks and online apps generated a handle of $463.7 million for the month, according to figures from the Indiana...
NFL Expected to Award Las Vegas 2024 Super Bowl, According to Report
The NFL plans to bring its biggest party to America’s Playground. On Monday, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported that the league will make Allegiant Stadium the host for Super Bowl LVIII in 2024. Initially, the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans was set to...
UN Report Indicates Billions Wagered and Laundered Through Illegal Sports Betting
A report recently published by the United Nations estimates that criminals launder up to $140 billion annually through sports betting. The report acknowledges illicit activities in athletic events date back to ancient times. However, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)...
Bally’s, DraftKings Leaders Give Revealing Remarks About Future of Sports Betting
When the US Supreme Court ruled that all states could legalize sports betting, the gaming activity was billed as a game of skill. However, more than three years after that historic ruling, leaders of two major US operators have come out with...
