Slot machine expansion a win for Ohio and IllinoisThe slot machine industry is celebrating some good news coming from two of the most unlikely places, Ohio and Illinois. Governors in the two states approved legislation that will add an estimated 40,000 to 75,000 new slot machines in the combined markets. Analysts said the events may trigger slot machine expansion in other states.
Gold up for grabs at Casino TropezIf buying gold bullion is too much for some, then one other option for the smart investor is the new range of gold-themed slot machines and Keno available at the Online Casino Tropez. The casino is hoping to create its own bull market and help players find their fortune with the enticing prizes and extra features that these games offer.
PKR poker parties in Las Vegas with playboyIt's a bold statement to make, especially in Sin City, but the verdict was unanimous – the official PKR.com Vegas shindig was the party of the 2009 World Series of Poker!
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Woman wins $1 million Wheel of Fortune jackpot in Las VegasA San Francisco woman, visiting Las Vegas to celebrate her father's birthday, won a $1,490,945 Wheel of Fortune® dollar MegaJackpot® early this morning at The Palazzo Resort.
Huge wins for Golden Casino players in JuneGolden Casino, one of the leading online casinos accepting US players, has dished out more than $10,000,000 in slot machine bonuses in addition to free slot tournaments and incredible sign-on bonuses.
Slot machines my make Maryland debut in DecemberSlot machines could make their debut at Ocean Downs as early as December of this year, according to track officials. That is, of course, if all goes to plan.
Weekly event promotions at Venetian Ultra Lounge V Bar Ultra Lounge located at the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino on the Las Vegas Strip announced today it will offer three new exciting weekly nightclub events; Willing Wednesdays, Open Spin Thursdays and Evolucion Sundays.
Big win for Slingo Classic Bonus slot machine playerA quick spin of the reels on a Slingo Classic Bonus slot machine was all it took for one lucky player to walk away with a $61,664.85 jackpot. This is the single largest Slingo Classic Bonus progressive jackpot won in New York and marks the eighth statewide progressive win for the video slot game that has been available since last November.
Atlantic City security gains more authorityCasino security guards now have the power to detain suspected underage gamblers and drinkers without having to wait for the police to show up first.
November Nine World Series of Poker winners announcedThe final table is set at the World Series of Poker. The nine players who will compete in November for the top prize of more than $8.5 million have been announced and are ready to battle at the final event.
Women becoming the new winning force in online gambling It has become apparent, that since the online gambling boom which, currently seems to be never ending, women seem to be taking to the virtual tables as much as their male counterparts. There are a multitude of possible reasons for this.
Win Carbon Poker's online million dollar promotionCarbonPoker is pleased to announce the launch of the Carbon Million Promotion. Beginning in July, the Carbon Million is a contest open to all CarbonPoker players. The 60-day promotion offers over $1,000,000 in cash with over 25,000 prizes.
CitiCenter's Mandarin Oriental in Las Vegas set for December debutOpening in early December 2009, Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas will be a sophisticated sanctuary of modern elegance in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.
Jadestone and World Series of Backgammon partner upJadestone Networks, the Nordic based owner and operator of multiplayer gaming networks GamArena and DiceArena, announced today that the World Series of Backgammon (WSOB) is joining their new backgammon network. The official launch will take place on Friday July 24, 2009 in Cannes at the WSOB live event.
NeoGames online casino €4000 affiliate partyAs part of the NeoGames Partners affiliate program, the heat is on and there is a holiday of a lifetime worth €4000 up for grabs!
Poker Players Alliance files motion against online poker account seizuresThe Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the leading poker grassroots advocacy group with more than one million members nationwide, today filed a motion in Southern District Court of California to participate as amicus curiae, or "friend of the court," in the filing by payment processor Account Services contesting the government's June seizure of poker players' funds by the Southern District of New York.
Penn National submits Nevada gambling license application Casino operator Penn National Gaming, one of the Strip's most widely rumored suitors, has applied for a Nevada gaming license after acquiring 1 percent of a small slot machine distributor.
Connecticut slot machine wins lower than previous monthsFoxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun fared about the same last month, at least in regard to slot-machine 'win,' however, both reports are down from previous months.
Stratosphere in Las Vegas introduces pool-side bikini blackjackThe Stratosphere Hotel & Casino announces the addition of bikini blackjack to the newly renovated luxurious pool area. Bikini blackjack is available Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and will last throughout the summer.
Players continue to gamble, but spending less moneyDespite plunging home values and rising unemployment, people are still going to San Diego County casinos – they're just not spending as much.
Harrah's plans new bars and restaurants on Las Vegas StripInternally dubbed "Project Link," Harrah's latest plan calls for a collection of about 20 restaurants and bars to be built along a winding corridor between the company's O'Sheas and Flamingo casinos, on the east side of the Las Vegas Strip.
Online casino looking to tap into Facebook generationU.K.-based Betfair is looking to tap into the Facebook and Hulu market of online gamblers to create a new casino experience for social networking and instant media growing generation.
Caesars Palace Las Vegas opens new convention spaceCaesars Palace opened 110,000 square feet of new convention and meeting space Monday in the middle of an economic downturn that has cut local convention attendance to its lowest levels in years.
B-52's scheduled performance at PURE Nightclub Las VegasThe B-52s are keeping the party going with a concert at PURE Nightclub on July 18. The ultimate party band is on the road to support their new album "FUNPLEX" along with performing their classic hits such as "Rock Lobster," "Love Shack," "Private Idaho" and "Roam," among many others.