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Class action launched against Crown by shareholders

Last Updated Tue, Dec 15th by Charlotte Lee

A class action lawsuit by some of Crown Resorts’ shareholders alleges investors were misled and harmed by the casino’s possible breaches of anti-money laundering laws.

Nagasaki looking to widen casino bidding process

Last Updated Mon, Dec 14th by William Brown

A Japanese prefecture is looking to boost the number of contenders for its upcoming casino process. GGR Asia reports that authorities in Japan’s…

Caesars to revamp New Orleans casino

Last Updated Wed, Jan 31st by Noah Taylor

A New Orleans casino is set for a major facelift after Caesars Entertainment announced it will spend $325 to redesign the resort and add a second town.

Darwin man found not guilty of assault outside casino

Last Updated Thu, Dec 10th by William Brown

A Darwin man who spent more than 100 days in prison has been found not guilty of aggravated assault outside of Mindil Beach Casino in July.

South Korea’s casinos shut for the rest of 2020

Last Updated Wed, Dec 9th by Noah Taylor

Casinos in South Korea will be off-limits for the rest of the year as the country grapples with an unprecedented COVID-19 crisis. Calvin Ayre…

Vegas should look to past to rediscover its park: gaming historian

Last Updated Wed, Jan 31st by Charlotte Lee

Las Vegas casinos should turn back time and reconnect with people on a personal level to recapture the magic of the city from decades ago, one gaming expert…

Foreigners’ gambling winnings to be tax exempt in Japan

Last Updated Wed, Jan 31st by William Brown

The adjustments to the Japanese tax system when casinos grace the country has been explained by the Japanese tax commission. Asgam reports tax…

Californian casino adds cashless gaming technology

Last Updated Fri, Dec 4th by Mia Chapman

A Californian gaming destination has launched a cashless wagering program, calling the move historic. Casino Beats reports Morongo Casino Resort and Spa has…

James Packer’s fortune rises as Crown Resorts’ fortunes improve

Last Updated Thu, Dec 3rd by Charlotte Lee

It’s been a tough year for James Packer, but his net worth increased $200 million since October’s Financial Review Rich List. The Financial…

Campaigners call for smoking ban at Crown Perth

Last Updated Tue, Nov 21st by Ethan Anderson

Calls have grown to make Crown Perth’s high-roller areas smoke-free. Mirage News reports Western Australia’s leading health groups hope the casino follows a…

Fitch Ratings reports on Asia-Pacific casino recovery

Last Updated Wed, Jan 31st by Noah Taylor

The casino gaming sector will improve in 2021 after the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new report from Fitch Ratings. GGR Asia…

The days of high-roller junkets in Australia could be numbered

Last Updated Fri, Nov 27th by Mia Chapman

High-roller VIP gambling tours have been identified as being a prime risk for money laundering and terrorism financing, wish most states washing their hands of regulating casino junkets.

Caesars given one more year to close Indiana casino

Last Updated Wed, Feb 21st by Charlotte Lee

Caesars Entertainment has been granted a one year extension to sell its Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, Indiana. NWI News reports that the Indiana Gaming…

Crown Resorts’ share price tumbles

Last Updated Thu, Nov 26th by William Brown

Embattled casino operator Crown Resorts has seen its share price tumble in recent days amid ongoing controversy that is plaguing the operator. Top 10…

Crown halts VIP room smoking in Melbourne amid dealers’ concerns

Last Updated Tue, Nov 21st by Noah Taylor

Fears for its staff’s safety has prompted Crown Resorts to ban its high rollers from smoking cigarettes and cigars in enclosed VIP areas. The New…