Archive for 2016

Rise of the Slot Machine

When you step into a modern-day casino, you are automatically confronted by a sea of slot machines that are packed into square foot after square foot of space, and neatly assembled in rows according to the minimum cost of play. As you further examine the scene of countless people...

A Closer Look At New York’s Gaming Industry

New York has long been open to the idea of legalized gambling, and late last year its Gaming Commission issued licenses to open three new land-based casinos that are not operated by tribal groups within its borders. The proposed location of these venues include the Montreign Resort Casino in...

The State of Mississippi’s Gambling Industry in 2015

In 1992, Mississippi’s first casinos opened with the state permitting gambling to take place aboard its numerous riverboats. After Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast in 2005, however, the Mississippi State legislature allowed the water-based casinos to be rebuilt on land, finally opening the doors for the Magnolia State...

Panama Leak Reveals Hypocrisy of Macau’s Anti-Corruption Campaign

Early April saw more than 11.5 million confidential financial documents leaked from a law firm called Mossack Fonseca, a Panama City-based corporate service provider. The papers provide damning evidence of corruption in many countries, showing that wealthy individuals and leaders from around the world shuttled money into offshore accounts...

Delaware’s iGaming Market Hits All Time High in March

Delaware’s internet gambling industry has started this year on a winning note, with all three months of the first quarter producing positive year-over-year results. That translates into a 36% revenue increase to $190,829 in January; a 60% increase to $229,789 in February; and now a whopping 78% increase to...

Debunking Misconceptions About DFS Legislation

Before summer arrives, the daily fantasy sports (DFS) betting industry may become regulated in a number of states across the USA. A recent impetus to settle the issue has gained ground ahead of the various state assemblies beginning to turn their focus towards the pressing matter of the November...

Rake Increases Not a Concern for Recreational Players

Many of the most popular poker sites have recently made some major changes to their player rewards structure by increasing the amount of rake collected on their games. For pro players, this has caused a major upheaval and a lot of loud protests. When seasoned players who earn money...