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Dana White Wins Second Seven-Figure Baccarat Hand, Raising Questions About Casino Risk Management
UFC CEO Dana White revealed he has now won two separate $1 million baccarat wagers at MGM Resorts properties within weeks, including a recent hand at Park MGM arranged with content creator SteveWillDoIt.
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Steve Wynn Returns to Las Vegas for First Major Public Appearance Since 2018 Departure
The casino magnate spoke to 600 attendees at the Golden Nugget about The Mirage's development, marking his first significant Las Vegas event in over eight years following sexual misconduct allegations he denies.
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NetJets Expands Las Vegas Private Aviation Footprint Amid 45% Growth Surge
Berkshire Hathaway's NetJets opened a 300,000-square-foot private terminal at Harry Reid International Airport, reflecting a 45% surge in Las Vegas flight activity since 2022 driven by sports and entertainment demand.
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Boyd Gaming Maintains Disciplined M&A Stance Despite Q3 Headwinds in Las Vegas
Boyd Gaming posted mixed third-quarter results weighed down by Las Vegas softness, but reiterated its willingness to pursue high-quality acquisitions while maintaining financial discipline.
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Caesars Palace Solidifies Entertainment Strategy with Motley Crue Residency, J-Lo Broadcast
Caesars Palace is doubling down on marquee entertainment with Motley Crue's spring residency and a nationally televised Jennifer Lopez concert special, signaling continued investment in high-profile Vegas attractions.
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BetMGM Reports 27% Deposit Limit Adoption Surge as McDavid Partnership Renewal Emphasizes Player Protection
BetMGM has renewed its partnership with NHL star Connor McDavid, citing a 27% year-over-year increase in accounts using deposit limits following its 'Mullet Over' responsible gambling campaign.
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Matchbook Completes Betdaq Acquisition, Deepening Betting Exchange Liquidity
Matchbook has finalized its acquisition of Betdaq, combining two of the betting exchange sector's longest-established operators to create a unified liquidity pool with enhanced pricing and technology.
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Crypto Casino Shuffle Pays Influencer Jack Doherty to Stay Silent for Six Months
A crypto casino has included a social media silence clause in a partnership agreement with YouTuber Jack Doherty, raising questions about whether the arrangement is a legitimate contract or an elaborate publicity stunt.
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Maverick Founder Reacquires Eight Washington Casinos, Preserving 850 Jobs
Eric Persson has agreed to buy back eight Washington card rooms from lenders who took control of Maverick Gaming's assets, averting closures scheduled for November 30. However, two Nevada properties remain at risk.
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Flutter Entertainment Names Edward Traynor as Interim Group Chief Legal Officer
Flutter Entertainment has appointed Edward Traynor as interim group chief legal officer, following Don Liu's retirement after 18 months in the role. The leadership transition occurs amid significant regulatory challenges in Brazil.
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Betsson Establishes Malta-Based Foundation to Coordinate Global Charitable Initiatives
Betsson Group has launched a new foundation to centralize its charitable and community projects across operating markets, with sport partnerships and a Peru-focused education program among early priorities.
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Fanatics Plans to Double Sports Betting Ad Spend to $1B, Challenging DraftKings and FanDuel
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin disclosed plans to boost sports betting advertising to $1 billion in 2027, more than double current spending, as the privately held company seeks to capture market share from market leaders DraftKings and FanDuel.
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Ocean Casino Resort Invests $14M to Expand High-Limit Slot Lounge
Ocean Casino Resort is transforming The Cove, its exclusive high-limit slot lounge, with a $14 million expansion that will increase capacity from 140 to 192 machines and relocate the space to a larger venue.
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Encore Boston Harbor Operates Amid Month-Long Strike by 1,300 Union Workers
Wynn Resorts maintains that its $2.6 billion Boston resort continues normal operations despite nearly 1,300 unionized workers picketing since early September over wage demands.
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Century Casinos Sells Alberta Venues to Highfield for $16.4 Million
Century Casinos is divesting its two Alberta gaming properties to Highfield Investment Group as part of a strategic shift toward U.S. assets and debt reduction.
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Las Vegas Casino Dining Scene Shifts: Resorts World Replaces Mulberry Street, Athletics Steakhouse Planned
Resorts World is replacing the shuttered Mulberry Street Pizza with an in-house pizzeria concept, while a private steakhouse designed by acclaimed restaurateur Will Guidara is planned for the upcoming Las Vegas Athletics ballpark.
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Caesars Palace Restores Iconic Cleopatra Statue for 60th Anniversary Exhibit
The golden figurehead from Caesars Palace's legendary Cleopatra's Barge lounge has been restored and installed in the Appian Way shopping arcade as part of the resort's 60th anniversary celebration.
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DraftKings Expands Responsible Gambling Push with New Tools and Celebrity Campaign
DraftKings is strengthening its responsible gambling commitments through a new advertising campaign featuring Kevin Hart and Nick Jonas, along with enhanced player-control tools including budget-setting features and behavioral analytics.
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Circus Circus Lucky Clown Sign Faces Uncertain Future After 50 Years on Strip
The iconic 123-foot Lucky the Clown sign at Circus Circus has been offline since summer 2026 due to electrical failure. Its restoration remains uncertain as the property's owner pursues a $5 billion sale.
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Station Casinos Awards $70M in Stock to Nearly 10,000 Employees for 50th Anniversary
Station Casinos distributed $70 million in Red Rock Resorts stock to its workforce as part of a 50th anniversary celebration, with payouts based on years of service. The timing coincides with a significant Supreme Court setback regarding union recognition obligations.
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Primero Games Acquires Win Systems Gaming Division to Expand Latin American Operations
Primero Games has completed its acquisition of Win Systems' Gaming Division, adding over 3,000 gaming positions across Latin America and the Caribbean while strengthening its international market presence.
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Las Vegas Sands Crosses 75% Ownership Threshold in Sands China
Las Vegas Sands increased its stake in Sands China to just over 75% through a modest $2.85 million open-market share purchase, triggering a regulatory threshold shift at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
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Maverick Gaming Closes Two More Washington Cardrooms, Eliminates 238 Jobs
Maverick Gaming will shutter Riverside Casino and Great American Casino in Tukwila on November 1, cutting 238 jobs as the bankrupt operator continues restructuring amid tribal competition and debt pressures.
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Maverick Gaming Shuts Two Tukwila Casinos, Cuts 238 Jobs as Washington Retreat Accelerates
Maverick Gaming will close Riverside Casino and Great American Casino in Tukwila on November 1, eliminating 238 jobs as the bankrupted operator continues scaling back its Washington footprint amid tribal competition and rising labor costs.
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James Beard Award Winner Lotus of Siam Exits Red Rock Resort After Legal Dispute
The acclaimed Thai restaurant Lotus of Siam will depart Red Rock Resort in Las Vegas on October 29, 2026, concluding a troubled partnership marked by trademark and trade-secret litigation.
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DraftKings Directs $30M Marketing Deal to Co-Founder Kalish's New Firm
DraftKings has steered up to $30 million in marketing contracts to HardScope, a company launched by former president and co-founder Matthew Kalish, raising questions about corporate governance timing.
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Venetian Escorts YouTube Slots Influencer After $400K Jackpot Win
Vegas Matt, a 1.6-million-subscriber YouTube personality, was escorted from The Venetian Las Vegas nine months after hitting a $400,000 Phoenix Link jackpot, sparking debate over casino discretion and advantage play.
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Golden Nugget Atlantic City Workers Ratify One-Year Union Deal Amid Market Uncertainty
Golden Nugget Atlantic City employees unanimously approved a new one-year contract with wage increases and preserved benefits, leaving Bally's as the only remaining casino without a finalized labor agreement.
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Wynn Las Vegas Closes Awakening After Four-Year Run, Signaling Shift in Entertainment Economics
Wynn Resorts will permanently close its high-tech theatrical production Awakening on October 10, 2026, after the show failed to generate consistent attendance despite a reported $150 million production cost.
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Encore Boston Harbor Workers Authorize Strike Over Wages and Benefits
Union workers at Wynn Resorts' Massachusetts property have voted to authorize a strike if contract negotiations fail by August 31, seeking $10-per-hour wage increases and stronger protections.
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