Construction has officially started on a $435 million arena at Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada The project is part of a larger $1 billion redevelopment that includes a 2,800-space parking garage, a new ice center for the community, upgrades to the Grand Bay aquatic golf facility, and plans for new housing and hotel expansion Good to..

Boyd Gaming is now facing some legal challenges after hackers accessed sensitive employee records earlier in September Multiple lawsuits have already been filed, aiming to form a class action that could bring in thousands of employees, former staff, and customers Good to Know Five lawsuits have been filed so far, with most arriving in..

A long-running dispute over tribal gaming in Sonoma County has taken a decisive turn after a federal judge ordered that land held in trust for the Koi Nation of Northern California be removed from federal protection The decision blocks the tribe from moving forward with plans for a large casino and hotel near Windsor Good to know The..

The American Gaming Association (AGA) has refreshed its Best Practices for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance Guide, expanding the document to reflect new technologies, changing laws, and evolving risks tied to online gaming and digital payments Good to know The guide now includes new sections on risk assessment and customer..

New York is one step closer to deciding where its new casinos will land On Tuesday, Hard Rock’s $8 billion proposal for a casino and entertainment complex near Citi Field cleared a major hurdle and moved to the final stage of the licensing process Good to know The Metropolitan Park Community Advisory Committee voted 6-0 to advance..

Michigan regulators are reminding players why sticking to licensed platforms matters The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered six unlicensed online casinos to stop offering gambling services in the state It comes after last week it pressed eight operators to do the same Good to know Six unlicensed sites received..

New York’s race for downstate casino licenses saw two major developments this week A state-appointed panel advanced Bally’s $4 billion plan in the Bronx, while another committee voted down a $3 billion Coney Island project on the very same day Good to know Bally’s Ferry Point plan calls for a $4 billion casino and hotel complex..

Apple CEO Tim Cook has revealed that he personally owns Bitcoin, calling it “reasonable” to include the digital currency as part of a diversified portfolio While his comments do not signal that Apple itself is preparing to buy crypto, remarks from influential tech leaders continue to boost Bitcoin’s image worldwide Good to know..

Bally’s Corporation has laid out official plans for a massive integrated casino resort on the historic Tropicana site on the Las Vegas Strip After months of speculation following the property’s demolition in October 2024, the company has now filed entitlements with Clark County and shared details of what is to come Good to Know..

Two major casino projects in New York cleared big hurdles on Thursday as both Resorts World New York City and MGM Empire City in Yonkers secured unanimous approval from their Community Advisory Committees (CAC) The votes move both applications forward to the New York Gaming Facility Location Board, which will make the final decision later this..

he Ministry of Finance in Sweden has published a long-awaited review of the Gambling Act, setting out proposed changes that could reshape how the country handles unlicensed operators Investigator Marcus Isgren delivered the report on Wednesday, laying out measures to strengthen regulation and protect players in Sweden Good to Know The..

Bally's Corp has reinforced its $4 billion plan for a casino resort at Ferry Point in the Bronx, submitting responses to amendments raised by the Community Advisory Committee The company remains one of five active contenders for up to three downstate New York licenses, even as several competing projects in Manhattan and Brooklyn fade Good..

The American Gaming Association gathered industry voices on September 24 for a responsible gaming webinar that tackled how new technology and product design are reshaping safer play Moderated by AGA SVP of Strategic Communications Joe Maloney, the session brought together panelists from Aristocrat, OpenBet, Sportradar, and the Responsible Online..

Boyd Gaming confirmed a cybersecurity breach on September 23 in a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission The company stressed that the attack had no impact on its casinos or day-to-day operations Good to Know The incident involved internal employee records linked to a limited number of individuals All 11 Boyd Gaming..

Merkur Group has locked in a new chapter of growth in the United States after finalizing its purchase of Gaming Arts LLC The deal gives the German company direct access to Nevada’s land-based casino market and adds momentum to its wider 2025 expansion drive Good to Know Nevada regulators approved the acquisition in May 2025 Merkur..

As reported by Bloomberg, stablecoin leader Tether Holdings may be preparing one of the largest private fundraising rounds ever seen in crypto The company is exploring a raise of up to $20 billion, which could push its valuation to around $500 billion and place it among the most valuable private companies on the planet Good to Know..

The Netherlands is facing new concerns after the Keurmerk Verantwoorde Affiliates (KVA) published research showing how unlicensed gambling platforms and their partners are aggressively recruiting underage players --- Good to know KVA reports that affiliates and influencers use TikTok, Instagram, Discord, and Telegram to reach minors..

Police in São Paulo have launched a major operation in the city of São José do Rio Preto, aiming to break up gambling networks tied to popular electronic games Good to know The raid, codenamed Tiger Hunting, targeted operations linked to Fortune Tiger, also known as Jogo do Tigrinho Five search and seizure warrants were carried..

Wynn Resorts’ ambitious project in Ras Al Khaimah is climbing higher every month, and developers say the opening remains firmly on schedule Good to know Construction on the 70-story tower has already reached the 61st floor The property is set to feature 1,542 hotel rooms and more than 22 dining venues Wynn Al Marjan will be the..

Las Vegas police say a teenager suspected of taking part in the 2023 casino cyberattacks has surrendered to authorities His name has not been released because of his age, though prosecutors want him tried as an adult Good to know The teen faces charges tied to the hacking group known as Scattered Spider MGM and Caesars were among..