Opening Hand: The Casino Landscape is Shifting New Jersey’s casino landscape is poised for a seismic shift as Governor Phil Murphy signals openness to expanding casino operations beyond Atlantic City. This strategic pivot comes in direct response to New York’s aggressive foray into the casino market, particularly its plan to issue three downstate casino licenses […]
New Jersey Considers Casino Expansion Beyond Atlantic City Governor Phil Murphy has signaled openness to expanding casino operations beyond Atlantic City, marking a significant shift in New Jersey’s gambling policy. This move comes in response to New York’s aggressive casino expansion, including plans to issue three downstate casino licenses with a $500 million minimum price […]
Opening Gambit: Revolution or Regression? New Jersey’s gambling landscape stands at a crossroads as Governor Phil Murphy signals openness to casino expansion beyond Atlantic City, marking a seismic shift in the state’s long-standing gambling policies. This strategic pivot comes as a direct response to New York’s aggressive foray into the casino market, particularly its plan […]
Opening Gambit: Revolution or Regression? The Future of Casinos in New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s openness to casino expansion beyond Atlantic City marks a pivotal moment in New Jersey’s gambling landscape. This strategic shift comes as a direct response to New York’s aggressive move into the casino market, particularly with its plan to issue three […]
Murphy Open to Casinos Beyond Atlantic City Amid NYC Threat Summary New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has stated he is open to the idea of casinos in North or Central Jersey as a response to New York’s plans for new casinos. He stressed the importance of considering the effects on Atlantic City before any decisions […]
Maine Legislature Passes iCasino Bill, But It’s Far From The Finish Line Summary The Maine Legislature has voted to give the state’s four Wabanaki Nations exclusive rights to operate regulated online casinos, but significant challenges remain. While the bill has passed both chambers, it must now navigate potential vetoes and the Appropriations Table, where many […]
Penn Entertainment Elects Two Board Members Amid Proxy Battle Summary Penn Entertainment’s recent shareholder meeting saw the election of new board members Johnny Hartnett and Carlos Ruisanchez. This reshuffling is influenced by ongoing tensions with HG Vora Capital Management, a prominent shareholder pushing for a more significant say in board composition. However, the failure to […]
Brazil Senator Rails Against Land-Based Casinos Bill Over Criminal Links Summary Senator Eduardo Girão has raised serious concerns about the proposed legalisation of land-based casinos in Brazil, claiming it would exacerbate crime and money laundering. This bill is on the Senate agenda, with discussions anticipated before the mid-year recess. Girão, a longstanding opponent of gambling […]
Tribes Wade into Prediction Market Debate with New Jersey Amicus Brief Summary This week, a diverse coalition of nine tribal organisations filed a notable amicus brief in support of New Jersey’s legal case against Kalshi, a prediction market company. This legal move highlights the tribes’ concerns over how sports event contracts offered by Kalshi may […]
AGI Earmarks $85M for Newport World Resorts Expansion Summary AGI has aimed a hefty PHP59 billion ($1 billion) this year at significant developments, including an $85 million upgrade for Newport World Resorts. This investment underlines AGI’s strategy to bolster its luxury offerings, featuring the new Narra Palm Hotel and Villa, packed with upscale suites and […]
