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J. Todd Gaming Guru - Page 2This Week in Gambling: U2 opens Sphere in Las Vegas4 October 2023
Since Sphere first said “Hello, world,” back in July, the anticipation has been building about what a show might look like inside the Las Vegas structure, which sits behind The Venetian Las Vegas. Last Friday, U2 kicked things off and showed concertgoers that Sphere is better than everyone could imagine. ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: New Las Vegas water restrictions and mandates27 September 2023
Water restrictions have officially come to Las Vegas as the drought across the American southwest continues. New federal mandates and conversation measures, along with falling water levels at Lake Mead, have some concerned about the future of water in the city. Federal mandates were put in place after the U.S. ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: MGM and Caesars cyberattack fallout20 September 2023
Talk about a tale of two cities, and no we’re not talking about the Charles Dickens’ novel. As you all know by now, MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment, Inc. were hacked by the infamous group Scattered Spider over the past few weeks, putting the personal data of millions of gamblers in jeopardy, but that’s where the similarities stop. ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: Las Vegas landmark coming down as prices go up13 September 2023
In the game of follow the leader, Las Vegas is getting more expensive. Both Wynn Las Vegas and Encore Resort are taking a page out of the recent book by The Venetian Las Vegas as they will begin charging their guests to park at their respective resorts on Wednesday, 27 September. And for those of you who think that this doesn’t affect you if you don’t drive in Sin City, well you’re wrong. ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: Are you ready for some football betting?6 September 2023
Are you ready for some football? More importantly, are you ready for some football betting? In 2017, there was one state where you could legally bet on NFL games. Now there are 28 states where you can legally wager on NFL games. In fact, there are so many states regulating sports betting that it’s easier to ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: Big things happening at The Venetian30 August 2023
There's a lot going on at The Venetian Las Vegas these days. It just got a brand-new sportsbook; however, one of its other changes is not sitting well with its guests... even though it's one of the nicest properties in Sin City. First the good news… Last Thursday, The Venetian Las Vegas announced a multi-year naming rights partnership for the Yahoo Sportsbook. ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: Casino Royale rumors; Lady Gaga returns9 August 2023
In this week's video, there’s a rumor going around about a Las Vegas resort mainstay, while another Sin City rumor is coming true involving Mother Monster. Word on the street is that the Casino Royale and Hotel is being torn down, but that’s not the shocking part. Its owners have received permission from ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: Updates on The Mirage, Hard Rock and Dream Las Vegas2 August 2023
It’s said all good things come to those who wait, which is a good mantra for those looking forward to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas in the center of the Strip. The plan to rip out the iconic volcano attraction at The Mirage and turn it into a guitar-shaped hotel as part of the transition into the Hard Rock is in limbo at the moment. ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: Paris Las Vegas expansion, plus a new venue on The Strip26 July 2023
Despite not being finished yet with the transition of Bally’s to the Horseshoe Las Vegas, Caesar’s Entertainment Inc. announced an overhaul of the Paris Las Vegas. Specifically, the Jubilee Tower at the Horseshoe will be renovated and become part of the Paris as the Versailles Tower. This make-over will run the company around $100 million. ... (read more)
This Week in Gambling: Rio Las Vegas $850 million facelift19 July 2023
With the temperatures soaring in Las Vegas, one would think that would be the hottest news in Sin City, but it’s not. That designation goes to the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Despite rumors over the last few months that the Rio would be torn down to make room for a new Las Vegas MLB stadium, which in fact ... (read more)
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