Bloomberry Resorts appoints Gregory Hawkins as new President and COO Summary The Board of Directors of Bloomberry Resorts has appointed Gregory Francis Hawkins as Director, President, and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Hawkins has been with the company since February 2025 as acting COO and brings extensive gaming industry experience, having worked with major players like […]
Ainsworth comments on historical investigations into CEO Harald Neumann Summary Ainsworth Game Technology has addressed recent media speculation surrounding investigations into CEO Harald Neumann and the company’s controlling shareholder, Novomatic AG. The investigations, initiated by the Austrian Economic and Corruption Prosecutor’s Office in 2019, involve over 100 individuals. Ainsworth has communicated regularly with gaming regulators […]
Westgate Casino Marks Elvis Presley’s 90th Birthday With Revamped 1,226sqm Las Vegas Villa Summary The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has unveiled the newly revamped Imperial Sky Villa, former home of the legendary Elvis Presley, which reopens in time to celebrate his 90th birthday. This beautifully designed villa spans over 1,226 square metres and […]
New EU deal protects Gibraltar’s gambling industry, says trade minister Summary Nigel Feetham, the trade minister of Gibraltar, has stated that a new agreement between the UK and the EU will safeguard Gibraltar’s gambling sector. He emphasised that without this deal, the imposition of border checks between Gibraltar and Spain could have jeopardised crucial tax […]
Germany Interstate Treaty Update Could Solve Deposit Limit and IP Blocking Struggles Summary The latest discussions surrounding Germany’s updated Interstate Treaty on Gambling could potentially resolve ongoing issues related to deposit limits and IP blocking. Key stakeholders, including the Deutscher Online Casinoverband (DOCV) and legal experts, are optimistic about future amendments that will clarify current […]
Bally’s New York Casino Rezoning Clears State Legislature Summary Bally’s is one step closer to making its Bronx casino dream a reality, as the New York state senate and assembly have passed crucial rezoning legislation. This approval paves the way for Bally’s to bid for one of the three available downstate casino licences, with a […]
Exploring the limits of a planned economy Summary Zeng Zhonglu, chairman of the Asia Pacific Association for Gambling Studies, emphasises the need for more focus on gaming assets amidst increasing competition in Macau’s casino industry. With government policies pushing for diversification away from gaming, casino operators face challenges as they must invest heavily in non-gaming […]
Bloomberry Resorts appoints Gregory Hawkins as new President and COO Summary The Board of Directors of Bloomberry Resorts, operator of Solaire Resorts, has officially appointed Gregory Francis Hawkins as its new Director, President, and Chief Operating Officer. Hawkins, who has held the role of acting COO since February 2025, will manage operations at Solaire Entertainment […]
Ainsworth comments on historical investigations into CEO Harald Neumann Summary Ainsworth Game Technology has addressed recent media coverage regarding ongoing investigations by the Austrian Economic and Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (WKStA) into CEO Harald Neumann and others tied to Novomatic AG. The investigations began in 2019 and involved over 100 individuals. Ainsworth has kept regulators informed […]
Westgate Casino Marks Elvis Presley’s 90th Birthday With Revamped 1,226sqm Las Vegas Villa Summary The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has unveiled the Imperial Sky Villa, a homage to Elvis Presley, coinciding with his 90th birthday celebrations. This lavish 1,226sqm villa, previously known as the Elvis Presley Suite, offers panoramic views and celebrates the […]
