Wheel of Fortune 2012's most popular slot machine
Wheel of Fortune's popularity among slot players continued in 2012 and outperformed all other slots according to a survey of casino operators.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Five year financial impact of Downstream Casino over $1 billion
The Downstream Casino Resort in Oklahoma has added $1 billion to the local economy over the past five years according to a new study.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
MGM, Penn National, Hard Rock, Mohegan Sun all submit applciation fees for MA casino license
Seven gaming companies who hope to build casinos in Massachusetts have paid $400,000 each in nonrefundable application fees.
Monday, January 14, 2013
$100 million casino renovation for Golden Nugget in Biloxi
Work has begun to transform Isle Casino into the Golden Nugget Casino Biloxi with $100 million in renovations.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Rivers Casino at top of Illinois casinos in revenues
Rivers Casino in Des Plaines remains at the top of the Illinois gambling scene with revenues nearly double those of the next-highest grossing casino.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Massachusetts Casinos Make Progress In 2012
Massachusetts: It’s been a little over a year since Gov. Deval Patrick signed legislation authorizing the creation of up to three resort casinos and one slot parlor to operate in Massachusetts. But the Bay State is still a few years away from the first legal bet being placed.
Tuesday, January 01, 2013
$4 Million won on progressive jackpot at Borgata in Atlantic City
A Maryland man visiting Atlantic City last weekend won a nearly $4 million jackpot while playing a $5 slot machine that offered a progressive jackpot.
Tuesday, January 01, 2013
Online gambling at AC Casinos not likely anytime soon
2012 not the year for online gambling at Atlantic City casinos as Governor Christie shows no inclination to sign legislation.
Tuesday, January 01, 2013
Pinnacle Entertainment purchases Ameristar Casinos
Pinnacle will double in size to 17 operating properties in 13 distinct geographies. The acquisition of Ameristar's properties will complement Pinnacle's existing portfolio by adding eight casino-resorts in diverse gaming markets, including: St. Charles near St. Louis, MO; Kansas City, MO; Council Bluffs, IA; Black Hawk, CO; Vicksburg, MS; East Chicago, IN; and Jackpot, NV.
Friday, December 21, 2012
Online and land-based gaming is on the increase in the UK
According to the latest figures released by the British Gambling Commission, 73 per cent of UK adults gambled in 2010, up from 68 per cent in 2007, prior to the global recession. On top of this, online gambling is on the increase.
Friday, December 21, 2012
Cracker to perform at Four Winds Casino February 15
Four Winds Casinos has announced that Cracker will play at its Hard Rock Cafe Four Winds on Friday, February 15. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. and the concert will start at 9 p.m.
Friday, December 21, 2012
888 and Facebook to work together...More from Perspectives Weekly
Online gambling news this week: 888 Holdings has announced a deal to bring real money gaming to Facebook in the United Kingdom. Also, industry news from the U.S. state of Massachusetts and the Canadian province of British Columbia.
Thursday, December 20, 2012
SaltCreek Casino opens in Oklahoma
Chickasaw Nation officials today conducted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at SaltCreek Casino, marking the opening of the Nation's first economic endeavor in Grady County.
Thursday, December 20, 2012
WMS slot games coming to BC Lottery's Playnow.com site
WMS Gaming Inc. has announced it has entered into a multi-year online content licensing agreement with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation where the BCLC will have access to WMS’ online library of authentic slot games on their gambling website, PlayNow.com.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Is Wynn eyeing a casino in Everett, Massachusetts?
Steve Wynn has recently leased a factory building in Everett, Massachusetts. Is a casino in the town's future?
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Opening date for Horeshoe Casino Cincinnati set
Opening March 4, 2013 and projected to attract nearly 6 million annual visits to the downtown, Horseshoe Cincinnati will be a high-profile addition to the city's sports, entertainment, music and cultural destinations.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
888.com inks deal to offer gambling on Facebook in UK
888 Holdings Plc, one of the big players in the online gaming entertainment industry has announced it has entered into an agreement with Facebook to launch real-money products over the world’s most popular social network. The agreement will see 888 offer its real-money bingo, casino and slot games through the Facebook platform in the U.K
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Greektown Casino-Hotel debuts new Brizola restaurant
Brizola restaurant, located just off the casino floor, features a progressive wine menu, including new and old world wines, a large bar complemented with bold design and city views. The menu boasts cuts of prime beef, the freshest seafood and decadent side dishes and desserts.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Gordon Ramsay opens two Las Vegas restaurants in December
Gordon Ramsay and Caesars Entertainment has announced that Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill will open at Caesars Palace Dec. 18, and that Gordon Ramsay BurGR will open at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino Dec 22.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Mega Moolah Jackpot Hit for £5.8 Million
The Internet's most famous online jackpot Mega Moolah has once again made front-page news by paying out a colossal £5,882,870.
Monday, December 10, 2012
Four $150,000 Super Bingo Tournaments Hosted in 2013 by Plaza Hotel & Casino Las Vegas
The Plaza Hotel & Casino Las Vegas will host four $150,000 Super Bingo tournaments in 2013 with event dates held February 24-26, May 5-7, August 11-13 and November 17-19. All bingo players will compete head to head in the Plaza ballroom with no linked games. All events are limited to 950 guests.
Monday, December 10, 2012
Bad Beat Jackpot is Hit Multiple Times and 18 Players Share Over $67k
It looks like it's not just Black Chip Poker's monthly leaderboard competition The Beast that pays out players ridiculously frequently. The online poker site's Bad Beat Jackpot game was popped two times in just 7 days since it first launched on its new poker community Winning Poker Network.
Monday, December 10, 2012
Party Casino launches Festive Frenzy for the holidays
You’ve got the chance to unwrap your share of more than 10,000 prizes every day in Festive Frenzy. That’s over 100,000 guaranteed prizes across this 10-day seasonal blowout at Party Casino!
Friday, December 07, 2012
Red Hawk Casino opens new stage, bar, lounge, and dance floor
Red Hawk Casino has announced the opening of their all-new stage, lounge, bar, and dance floor. Live at Red Hawk Weekend, Friday, Dec. 14 through Sunday, Dec. 16 celebrates the opening with performances by three popular tribute bands.
Friday, December 07, 2012
Sky Vegas to Launch Brand New Mobile Casino
Sky Vegas, has announced the launch of Sky Vegas mobile casino, a new application allowing customers to play their favourite online casino games while on the move.
Friday, December 07, 2012