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October 3, 2016

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October 3, 2016

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arrowMark Pilarski: The math favors the casino

The math favors the casino
That scary thing called math always seems to have the upper hand. But does that have to be the case? Mark Pilarski has the facts.  read more
 

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World Series of Poker Main Event final table profile: Kenny Hallaert

By Clare Fitzgerald
Ever since he played in Belgium's first live poker tournament in 2005, Kenny Hallaert has been making a name for himself. Now he's thinking about one thing: this year's WSOP Main Event final table.  read more		World Series of Poker Main Event final table profile: Kenny Hallaert
 

CASINO News

CASINO

MGM National Harbor to open in December

The resort, located minutes from Washington D.C. on the banks of the Potomac River, is now accepting room reservations.  read more

Foxwoods launches new rewards program

Guests may now earn Tier Credits, which will enable them to reach a higher Tier Status in less time and earn more rewards.  read more

MGM Resorts to install IGT products

MGM Grand Detroit will be the first MGM Resorts property to integrate the company's Cardless Connect technology toward the end of the year.  read more

Gold Coast Hotel and Casino opens steakhouse

Cornerstone, inspired by classic American steakhouses, features a "liquor library" in addition to quality butcher shop selections.  read more

Boyd Gaming acquires Aliante Casino Hotel and Spa

The company has completed its acquisition of its first casino property in North Las Vegas.  read more

GameCo to debut skill-based gambling at Caesars properties

The company announced today that its products will appear at Caesars casinos in Atlantic City, New Jersey in the coming months.  read more

SPORTSBOOK AND FANTASY SPORTS News

SPORTSBOOK AND FANTASY SPORTS

USFantasy DFS available in Nevada

The company's pari-mutuel daily fantasy sports are now available at casinos in Las Vegas, including The Cosmopolitan and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.  read more

Sports betting affiliate agrees to pay $22.5 million in penalties

Cantor Fitzgerald LP's affiliate will accept responsibility for aiding illegal gambling and money laundering activities from 2009 to 2013 by paying millions in forfeiture to the U.S. government. (The Wall Street Journal)  read more

POKER News

POKER

PokerStars Festival to debut in New Jersey

Running from 29 October until 6 November in Atlantic City, the event will feature new formats, professional players and daily jackpot prizes.  read more

One Drop announces Monte Carlo poker tournament schedule

The event will take place at Casino de Monte-Carlo from 13-17 October to benefit One Drop, an organization dedicated to sustainable access to safe water.  read more

SLOTS News

SLOTS

Scientific Games introduces Seinfeld slot game

Unveiled at the 2016 Global Gaming Expo, the slot machine captures the fun of the original TV series with a variety of bonus rounds.  read more

The Reel Life: Scary clowns edition

Halloween appears to have come early in Tennessee.  read more

ENTERTAINMENT News

ENTERTAINMENT

Dennis Miller returns to The Orleans Showroom

The five-time Emmy Award winner will put on a show at the Las Vegas casino on 28 and 29 October. Tickets are available now.  read more

Mohegan Sun to celebrate 20 years with star-studded event

The 20th Anniversary Ballroom After Party on 15 October will feature some of today's biggest celebrities and music stars.  read more

Did You Know
Did You Know?
About 75% of MGM Resorts' revenue in Las Vegas is nongaming, coming from conventions, hotel rooms, retail and entertainment, according to CEO James Murren.
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