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The iconic Mirage Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, which helped redefine the city as an ultra-luxury resort destination, is set to close on July 17, 2024. This closure marks the end of an era for a property that has been a significant part of Las Vegas’ transformation over the past 34 years.

Star Entertainment Group has temporarily shut down all electronic gaming machines (EGMs) and electronic table games (ETGs) at its casinos due to significant system performance issues. The announcement was made following disruptions detected during post-upgrade testing aimed at implementing cashless gaming systems. System performance disruptions: On July 13, Star Entertainment identified performance problems in its systems during

One week after acquiring the Freedom Center printing plant, Bally’s secured financing to build a $1.7 billion casino complex on the 30-acre River West site. The company announced a deal with Gaming and Leisure Properties for $940 million to fund the construction of the permanent casino. Redesign and approval: Bally’s has redesigned its planned 500-room hotel

The United States is poised to become the world’s largest regulated iGaming market by 2024, according to a new report by Vixio, a premier provider of regulatory intelligence solutions. The semi-annual U.S. iGaming Outlook report forecasts that the U.S. iGaming market will experience a 22.1% growth from 2023 to 2024, bringing the total gross gaming

The Las Vegas Table Game Survey started as the Las Vegas Blackjack Survey on OnlineUnitedStatesCasinos.com. The first edition was in 2011. It expanded to table games in 2015. The early issues only covered downtown and the Strip. Today, all 73 Las Vegas casinos with live table games are represented.  The survey will give you a

BGaming has successfully ventured into the regulated Bulgarian market through a strategic partnership with leading operator Inbet. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for BGaming as it integrates its entire gaming portfolio, including popular titles such as Bonanza Billion, Elvis Frog in Vegas, and Wild Cash, with Inbet’s platform. The move follows BGaming’s sustained success in nearby markets

It has been a hugely exciting few years in slot development, with studios in a battle to innovate and come up with new mechanics. Big Time Gaming’s Megaways engine sparked this trend, and it has led to countless inventions that have helped push the evolution of slots forward. NetEnt has always been a pioneer in

In a strongly worded reprimand, New Jersey’s gambling regulators have fined DraftKings $100,000 for providing incorrect sports betting data to the state. This was deemed “unacceptable conduct, ” highlighting significant flaws in the company’s operational abilities. These mistakes forced the regulators to revise and reissue financial data over several months, an event not seen in

Leicester City Football Club has officially announced a significant multi-year partnership with BC.GAME, a leading online gaming platform. This collaboration marks a notable development for the club, with BC.GAME becoming the front-of-shirt sponsor for the Men’s First Team starting from the 2024/25 season. The highly anticipated 2024/25 home shirt, designed by Adidas, will feature BC.GAME’s

Veikkaus Oy has a new VP of Sports Betting after former Director of Sportsbook for Kindred Group, Andreas Reimblad, joined the ranks of Finland’s state gaming operator in what it describes as “one of the most significant striker signings in the very long history of Veikkaus betting.” Veikkaus welcomes Andreas Reimblad as VP of Sports Betting:

The Swedish Gaming Authority (Spelinspektionen) has officially prohibited Small House BV from operating within the country due to the company’s lack of the necessary licensing. This decision is part of Spelinspektionen’s ongoing efforts to ensure that all gambling activities in Sweden are conducted exclusively by licensed operators, thereby protecting consumers and maintaining market integrity. Small

Play’n GO invites players to embark on a thrilling desert adventure with their latest slot game, Oasis of Dead. This 5×3 dynamic addition to the acclaimed Dead series immerses gamers in a mystical desert, where they uncover the secrets of an ancient demonic king. As players navigate the treacherous sands, they encounter thrilling action and hidden

A guest at Mohegan Pennsylvania casino has won a significant jackpot worth $642,000 over the weekend. According to casino officials, the lucky winner, a man from Plains Township, hit the massive jackpot playing the Blazing 7’s Blackjack progressive table game. The win required a side bet along with the main wager, which positioned him for

Evolution announced the launch of its online live casino services for players in Delaware’s regulated gaming market. This significant development is in partnership with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a prominent US-based iGaming company known for operating the BetRivers brand. Evolution’s live games will be available at Delaware Lottery’s three online casinos: Delaware Park Casino, Bally’s

Greentube, NOVOMATIC’s digital gaming and entertainment division, has taken a significant step into the South African market by partnering with Sunbet. This collaboration, supported by NOVOMATIC Africa, marks Greentube’s debut in one of Africa’s most well-established markets. This strategic move aligns with Greentube’s global expansion efforts, according to the company’s official press release. The partnership

On Friday, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global financial watchdog, confirmed that the Philippines remains on its “grey list” of jurisdictions under heightened scrutiny. Despite this, the FATF acknowledged significant strides made by the Philippines in enhancing its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) framework. Recent developments and updates: Following the FATF’s sixth

Rank UK has officially launched a series of Hacksaw Gaming titles, marking a significant milestone in their partnership. This collaboration promises to redefine gaming experiences with a diverse array of engaging content tailored for UK players. Exciting lineup of Hacksaw Gaming titles: Rank UK is kicking off its collaboration with Hacksaw Gaming by featuring a selection of

Chinese tourists are set to enjoy expanded duty-free shopping benefits in Hong Kong, as Beijing plans a substantial increase in the current purchasing limit, according to a report from the Hong Kong media outlet, Ming Pao, cited by Asia Gaming Brief. The new adjustment is expected to elevate the duty-free quota up to six times

Nevada’s casino industry continues to chart a course towards another record-breaking year, buoyed by strong performance in May despite facing challenges in regional markets. Continued growth in Nevada casinos: While Nevada’s overall gaming revenue soared to a record $1.32 billion in May, with the Strip contributing significantly, analysts caution that this growth was largely fueled by major

Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA) have announced their intention to jointly apply for a gaming license with the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) following the expiration of a two-year state moratorium on new gaming licenses, set to conclude on June 30. The initiative, named Cedar Crossing, marks a