Pushback is mounting for the Caesars-backed casino proposal A new casino proposal for New York City has stirred strong opposition, with the fight centered on one of the city’s most famous locations: Times Square. The $5.4 billion Caesars Palace Times Square project, backed by SL Green, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation, would transform the office
A new casino law is generating controversy and friction in the government Northern Cyprus has moved a step closer to a major expansion of its casino industry following sweeping reforms passed earlier this summer. The Assembly of the Republic approved a new law in early June that lifted long-standing restrictions on licensing and location, a
Changes among government control will likely lead to a different direction for gambling Norway’s recent election results are expected to slow any significant changes to the country’s gambling laws, keeping state-owned operator Norsk Tipping in a secure position for the foreseeable future. The Labour Party, which secured victory to remain in office, has long supported
Steve Cohen’s proposed casino project is facing backlash as final submissions are due The debate over billionaire Steve Cohen’s proposed casino and entertainment complex next to Citi Field is heating up in Queens. A packed public hearing at Borough Hall this week saw supporters and opponents of the $8 billion Metropolitan Park project trading chants
PM Anutin Charnvirakul has repeatedly expressed his opposition to the plans Thailand’s path toward casino legalization appears to have come to a halt with the appointment of Anutin Charnvirakul as the country’s new Prime Minister. The 59-year-old leader of the Bhumjaithai Party was elected on September 5 after securing 311 votes in parliament, comfortably surpassing
A court has determined that language used to request a referendum was illegal Ecuador’s push to bring back casinos has hit another roadblock after the country’s constitutional court struck down a referendum question tied to their reopening. The decision complicates President Daniel Noboa’s efforts to revive the industry, which has been banned since 2011. Earlier
The country’s plans to expand its gambling industry online aren’t welcome by sports organizations The New Zealand government’s proposed Online Casino Gambling Bill is facing mounting criticism from more than 50 sporting organizations, who fear the legislation could slash vital funding streams that keep local clubs and programs alive. Introduced in July by Internal Affairs
The executive director of the UKGC has confirmed that more changes are coming The UK is pressing ahead with a wide-ranging overhaul of its casino and gambling sector, with regulators making clear that operators should expect continued scrutiny. At the Peers for Gambling Reform Summit in Westminster, Gambling Commission Executive Director Tim Miller described the
Keene, NH, is planning to allow its only gaming facility to expand Keene, New Hampshire, is moving forward with plans that could reshape its local entertainment scene. On Tuesday, the city’s zoning board approved waivers that clear the way for Revo Casino, the town’s only charitable gaming facility, to relocate from Emerald Street to a
Gambling opponent Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick plans on seeking re-election The already long-shot hopes for legalized casinos and sports betting in Texas have dimmed further after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced his bid for another four-year term. Patrick has long stood against gambling expansion, and his continued presence in office all but guarantees that new
Rep. Robert Davis has announced plans to reintroduce online casino legislation A push to modernize Wyoming’s gambling laws is picking up momentum, with Rep. Robert Davis announcing plans to reintroduce online casino legislation this fall. While previous efforts to legalize the industry have failed, new research highlighting potential economic benefits has given lawmakers fresh incentive
The ouster is the death blow for the country’s attempt at legalizing casinos Thailand’s push to legalize casinos has come to an abrupt halt following the removal of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office. Recently, the country’s Constitutional Court voted 6-3 to oust her for ethical misconduct, a decision that also led to the dismissal
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