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T he Indiana Gaming Commission approved on Wednesday, August 18 a deal under which Hard Rock will assume at least 85% ownership of the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary from Spectacle Entertainment. The IGC unanimously approved the agreement on the $300 million gaming, dining and entertainment destination. Hard Rock already owned part of the casino and was contracted to operate it on behalf of the former majority owner, Spectacle, which is currently experiencing legal issues. Spectacle Entertainment’s top executives have faced criminal and financial misconduct allegations, which led to its former CEO, Rod Ratcliff, to step down and…

J ordan Spieth, a three-time major golf champion, is joining the FanDuel Group team as part of an exclusive partnership. This new partnership designates FanDuel, an official sports betting partner of the PGA TOUR, as the exclusive sports betting and daily fantasy provider for Jordan Spieth. As part of the relationship, Spieth will be featured in national television commercials and will be the face of FanDuel’s golf products, and will work with FanDuel on content for social media and responsible gaming initiatives. FanDuel will also support the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation to continue its great work in the community. —…

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In a move that just about everyone saw coming, MGM Resorts vaccinations will be required in order to work for the company. Newly hired individuals who work for MGM on an hourly basis must show proof of a vaccination by August 30th. Salaried employees, whether newly hired or not, must show proof by October 15th. No details were provided about what actions may be taken if an employee does not get the vaccination or refuses to comply. However, it’s safe to assume that (at a minimum) they would not be scheduled to work at an MGM property or office. This…

SiGMA has announced that its next iGathering networking event will be held in Riga. The dinner, which is planned for the 26th of August, at 19:00, is set to take place at the stunning Royal Casino. The evening will also welcome guests from neighboring countries Estonia and Lithuania, tapping into a wide network of the region’s top industry thinkers. The event takes place alongside generous sponsorship from Revpanda, AlphaAffiliates.com, Amber Studios, and Spin Wise. The Royal Casino SPA & Hotel Resort is a prestigious 5 star hotel and entertainment center located in Latvia’s capital, Riga. Bringing elegance and luxury, the resort…

Because of the fame of online gambling and casino sites, an increasing number of individuals can enjoy life in this way and find games and interests they might not have discovered otherwise. However, the internet can be a dangerous place at times. While there are dozens of totally legitimate online casinos, several scam sites are designed solely to cheat individuals of their money or steal their identities. So, how can you determine which casino sites are safe to play at and which ones you should avoid? The following five suggestions should be of assistance to you. Verification by a third…

B oyd Gaming announced Tuesday that it will host 4 COVID-19 vaccination sites at its properties across the Las Vegas Valley later in August.  In alliance with the state of Nevada and Immunize Nevada, the company will host inoculation sites at Cannery Casino Hotel on Friday August 20, and Fremont Hotel and Casino on Friday August 27, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. each day.  Vaccination is 100% free of charge at both sites, and open to all Nevada residents ages 12 and up. Appointments are not required. Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson’s vaccines will be available for administration. …

After merger talks with a special purpose acquisition company allegedly collapsed S portradar Group AG announced August 17 that it has publicly filled a registration statement on Form F-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the proposed initial public offering of its ordinary shares. The global provider of sports betting and sports entertainment products intends to list its common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol “SRAD.” The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the offering have not yet been determined. A press release announces that J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley,…

S lot machines revenues at Connecticut’s two tribal casinos have risen as Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods Resort Casino report an increase on the influx of visitors over the summer after the ease of COVID-19 restrictions. Both properties were closed for more than three months during the highest point of the pandemic.  Mohegan Tribe’s Mohegan Sun generated $49.9 million in slot-machine revenues in July after winning payouts. This represents a 5% increase from July 2020 and the most money the casino has retained since August 2019, according to The Day of New London.  Mohegan Sun has also launched more promotions and…

O klahoma’s Indian gaming industry paid a record $167 million in exclusivity fees to the state last fiscal year, ended June 30, a signal that the market is back on its feet. The figures were revealed August 17, during the annual Indian gaming conference in Oklahoma City. State revenues from gaming increased more than 35% between the 2020 and 2021 fiscal years, reports The Oklahoman. The Covid-19 pandemic prompted tribally-operated casinos in the state to close operations in March 2020, remaining closed for two months or longer. As a result of the shutdown, revenues for both tribal governments and Oklahoma…

B 2B provider of live-streaming solutions TVBET has strengthened its presence in Latin America after signing an agreement with regional operator DoradoBet. The operator will have access to TVBET’s complete suite of 13 live games with an extensive betting line. The operator offers a wide range of options for players, including betting on various sports, virtual sports, and casino games designed by industry representatives. The agreement was achieved thanks to VirtualSoft company, which acted as a joint between TVBET and DoradoBet. VirtualSoft provides a full suite of services for the igaming industry, namely development and implementation of technology products on…

Some are wondering about the possibility of a Vegas Casinos Covid vaccination mandate being issued soon. And Harrah’s Casino in New Orleans has become the first in the US to require proof of such a COVID vaccination before they will admit guests, and some some shows and events in Las Vegas are now doing the same. Meanwhile, the World Series of Poker has released their own COVID rules, and those rules have some players thinking of skipping the event this year. Howdy friends! And thanks for joining me on another edition of This Week in Gambling, where we’re learning that…

O n the eve of this week’s GAT Expo event, which will take place in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, on August 18th and 19th, the sportsbook and casino platform provider Digitain confirmed its attendance and encouraged visitors to stop by Stand B3, where it will be showcased.  In an official press release, Digitain’s Chief Business Officer Simon Westbury commented on GAT Expo and said: “We are delighted to be participating in the Gaming and Technology Expo in beautiful Colombia, it is genuinely exciting to be presenting our latest products in a face-to-face, safely run iGaming exhibition after such a challenging…

T he Siletz Tribal Council announced Thursday that the Chinook Winds Casino Resort in Lincoln City will close for 2 weeks due to concerns about the Delta variant of COVID-19 and the record numbers of hospitalized patients. The property is expected to reopen August 26. A statement on the company’s website specified that operations for the casino, hotel and golf course will remain suspended from 6 p.m. on the 12th until the 26th, in the interest of public safety.  “Despite the progress we have made to vaccinate our team, their families, and the community, increases in cases in the county…

Enforcement will start on Sept. 13 N ew York City is expanding its vaccine mandate to new entertainment and cultural institutions, including now casinos. Starting on Tuesday, August 18, both visitors and staff will be required to show proof of having received at least their first Covid-19 shot to access the facilities, reports Bloomberg. However, inspections and enforcement will not start until Sept. 13, giving time to learn the new rules. The measure was announced by Mayor Bill de Blasio during a briefing on Monday, and expands earlier vaccine requirements under the “Key to NYC” program, which mandated vaccination for…

T he Washington Football Team announced a new partnership with the American Gaming Association (AGA) to promote responsible sports betting, becoming the first NFL team to join the association in its Have a Game Plan Bet Responsibly public service campaign. Responsible sports betting will be promoted through multiple channels. As part of the partnership, the Washington Football Team will connect Have a Game Plan in-stadium activations, sponsored content on their website, and campaign promotion on the team’s upcoming preseason radio and television broadcasts. “With legal sports betting now permitted across our region, we are ensuring responsible gaming serves as a…