Articles by Erik Gibbs
Thailand's casino plans are progressing, but the government just announced a change in how locations will be chosen. The government will have exclusive control over the locations, with reportedly no input from outside sources.
The Nevada Gaming Commission has greenlit an initiative that would allow gamblers to use their winnings to make other, non-gaming purchases. It's part of a larger push for cashless gaming in the state.
China President Xi Jinping has officially sworn in Macau's newest chief executive, former top judge Sam Hou Fai, as the city's transition continues. Macau's casino operators are expected to move away from being solely casino operators in favor of a more diverse economic landscape.
The Nevada Gaming Commission has agreed to a proposal that will see the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas casino management change hands. The change comes amid a prolonged workers strike and financial difficulties.
Despite numbering less than three dozen, Macau's casino junkets still provide the government with a significant source of revenue. The government expects to see a 233.3% year-on-year increase in tax revenue from junket-related activity in 2025.