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Dolly Parton, the Tennessee‑born singer, songwriter, actor and philanthropist whose voice, wit and generosity shaped American culture for more than six decades, died Tuesday (Aug. 25) at 80. Her death closes the book on one of the most influential careers in country music history and leaves fans he…

Don’t bet on Boyd Gaming (NYSE: BYD) partnering with Bally’s (NYSE: BALY) or coming to that company’s rescue on the Las Vegas Strip. Following a post by Vital Vegas and Casino.org reporting indicating that Boyd is rumored to be a potential replacement for Bally’s in developing the Strip site that w…

A report from the Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA) identifies five key pressures facing the future of Atlantic City and the nine casino resorts that drive the local economy. The ACEA, a nonprofit economic development corporation established in 2017 for business attraction, retention, and ma…

Atlantic City's nine casinos saw their operating profits decline by 9.3% to $162.4 million in the second quarter, with a Stockton University analyst calling it "a clear trend" of the city's casinos becoming less profitable. Including online-only Caesars Interactive Entertainment New Jersey, the dec…

BetMGM live dealer casino games, streamed directly from Las Vegas, are now available to players in Alberta, the iGaming operator announced. Players can now access real-time blackjack, roulette and baccarat hosted by professional dealers and broadcast from MGM Resorts International destinations, liv…

HBO is currently developing Advantage Player, a casino drama series set to star Riley Keough, who will also executive-produce the project. The series is inspired by professional gambler Gina Fiore’s upcoming memoir, Advantage Player: Blackjack, Backrooms, and Beginnings, coming Oct. 27, 2026 from G…

BetMGM announced that players at BetMGM Casino Alberta in Canada can now enjoy live blackjack, roulette, and baccarat, hosted by professional dealers and streamed in real time from MGM Resorts International venues in Las Vegas. BetMGM Alberta Offers Livestreamed Casino Games The launch further stre…

Pure Casino, the largest land-based casino operator and a newly licensed online gambling operator in Alberta, has joined the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), strengthening its commitment to protecting betting integrity as Alberta’s regulated online gambling market gets underway.…

The Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas has opened a new high-limit slots room with more than 50 slot machines and higher maximum bets. The 2,000-square-foot space features the latest slot themes, personalised guest services, and a dedicated concierge desk. Top-tier members of the Plaza’s Pl…

Sweepstakes today announced the official launch of its revamped independent casino comparison review platform, delivering data-driven operator reviews, regulatory insights, and market analysis for the rapidly expanding sweepstakes and social casino industry. The launch addresses a significant shift…

Live! Casino Virginia in Petersburg has attracted roughly 500,000 guests since opening its doors on January 22, according to Renee Mutchnik, Vice President of Communications for LCV and parent company Cordish Gaming. Mutchnik said the casino's attendance figures extend beyond the two-hour driving r…

Manchester's Planning Board has approved a revised design for the Revo Casino expansion, months after developers secured additional land that allows them to move the building and add parking beyond the site's original three parcels. A similar design for the project received full approval in fall an…

SBC has named iGaming AFRIKA, an African B2B and B2C gambling media outlet, as the official event partner for the African Gaming Forum, taking place during SBC Summit week in Lisbon. Taking place from 11:30 to 19:00 on Wednesday, 30 September at the Myriad Hotel, the invite-only Forum brings togeth…

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has reported the performance of the state’s gaming sector in Q2 2026, highlighting stable casino revenues and a noticeable decline in gross operating profit. Revenues Remained Stable, Profits Declined According to the DGE’s report, the net revenue…

New South Wales will mandate facial recognition in pubs and clubs with poker machines from 2028, backed by a statewide exclusion register. The post NSW sets 2028 rollout for mandatory facial recognition in pubs and clubs first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.

The release of Battle The Beast further strengthens Habanero's portfolio of feature-led titles, such as Prosperity Horse and Galaxy Babies, which combine distinctive themes with mechanics that build momentum from the opening spin to the final battle. The post Habanero launches new Viking-themed ‘Ba…

A Las Vegas handicapper who was accused of running an $8 million gambling operation after his ex-girlfriend tipped off authorities has seen charges against him dropped by the Nevada Gaming Control Board. William West Roberts, 57, who goes by “Wild Bill,” was arrested in April and charged with felon…

SJM Holdings’ 1H26 loss widened 62% to $37.8 million despite a 3.3% rise in adjusted EBITDA and stronger operating margins. The post SJM Holdings 1H26 loss widens 62% despite EBITDA growth first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.