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Atlantic City Casinos Close Out Summer With Massive $294 Million In August Revenue

Atlantic City casinos ended the 2024 summer with a bang, as properties generated $294 million in revenue in August for the highest total in two years.

Posted on: September 17, 2024 | Corey Sharp

Assembly Republicans Voice To Ban Smoking In Atlantic City Casinos

Assembly Republicans announced they are ready to help ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, should a Senate bill move forward to do so.

Posted on: September 13, 2024 | Corey Sharp

CEASE To Pressure NJ Lawmakers, Release Digital Campaign In Next Steps Of Smoking Fight

After a state court ruled in favor of Atlantic City casinos, CEASE will pressure lawmakers and release a digital campaign in its fight to ban smoking.

Posted on: September 6, 2024 | Corey Sharp

Fanatics Opens New Retail Sportsbook At Ocean Casino Resort In Time For NFL Season

Fanatics opened its first New Jersey retail sportsbook inside Ocean Casino Resort in time for the NFL season, providing a VIP experience for NJ sports fans.

Posted on: September 5, 2024 | Corey Sharp

Darby Development Assumes Full Control Of Monmouth Park With Big Plans Ahead

Darby Development, operator of Monmouth Park for 12 years, took full control of the New Jersey horse racing facility and plans for major development.

Posted on: September 3, 2024 | Grant Lucas

Lawsuit Seeking Smoking Ban In Atlantic City Casinos Shot Down By Superior Court Judge

A New Jersey judge ruled against a lawsuit seeking to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, but an appeal is promised by the plaintiffs.

Posted on: August 30, 2024 | Grant Lucas

Atlantic City Casinos Not Seeing Summer Boost It Hoped For, But Optimism Remains

The second-quarter revenue report from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement offers a mixed bag for Atlantic City casinos.

Posted on: August 27, 2024 | Grant Lucas

Addition Of Dragon Train Slot Creates Omnichannel Experience In New Jersey At BetMGM, Borgata

BetMGM and Borgata Atlantic City are forging an omnichannel partnership, centered around the popular slot Dragon Train, which appeals to NJ slot players.

Posted on: August 12, 2024 | Corey Sharp

Gural Says Casino At The Meadowlands Would Come After Downstate NY Licenses

Meadowlands owner Jeff Gural said a casino could come to his northern New Jersey racetrack after downstate New York licenses are awarded.

Posted on: August 6, 2024 | Dave Briggs

While Caesars Is Selling WSOP, Not Much Changes For NJ Poker Players

Caesars Entertainment sold its World Series of Poker product for $500 million. However, it doesn't appear that the deal will affect New Jersey online poker.

Posted on: August 1, 2024 | Corey Sharp

Resorts Bolsters Atlantic City Casino Offerings With New Additions To Retail DraftKings Sportsbook

The casino gaming experience has been expanded to the retail sportsbook at Resorts Atlantic City, further bolstering the property's offerings.

Posted on: July 26, 2024 | Dave Bontempo

Standard General Buys Out Bally’s, Making Company ‘Well Positioned’ To Invest In Online Gambling

The deal merges Bally's with The Queen Casino & Entertainment Inc., giving the group more room for growth and investment in New Jersey online gambling.

Posted on: July 25, 2024 | Grant Lucas

Sportsbooks Report $60 Million In June Revenue – New Jersey’s Lowest Total Since Feb. 2023

A rise in baseball betting helped New Jersey sportsbooks report the second-best June handle ever. But operators have their worst month since early 2023.

Posted on: July 17, 2024 | Grant Lucas

June Is Best Revenue Month In 2024 For Atlantic City Casinos, But Online Gambling Catching Up

June's totals stand as the best of 2024 for Atlantic City casinos, but the year-to-year change is minimal. And concern lingers about the effect of iGaming.

Posted on: July 16, 2024 | Grant Lucas

State Regulators Hit FanDuel With $2K Fine For Taking Bets On Week-Old MMA Fights

FanDuel Sportsbook becomes another big-name New Jersey sportsbook to incur the wrath of state regulators for committing regulatory violations.

Posted on: July 11, 2024 | Grant Lucas

Casino News

Atlantic City Casinos Close Out Summer With Massive $294 Million In August Revenue

Assembly Republicans Voice To Ban Smoking In Atlantic City Casinos

CEASE To Pressure NJ Lawmakers, Release Digital Campaign In Next Steps Of Smoking Fight

Fanatics Opens New Retail Sportsbook At Ocean Casino Resort In Time For NFL Season

Darby Development Assumes Full Control Of Monmouth Park With Big Plans Ahead

Lawsuit Seeking Smoking Ban In Atlantic City Casinos Shot Down By Superior Court Judge

Atlantic City Casinos Not Seeing Summer Boost It Hoped For, But Optimism Remains

Addition Of Dragon Train Slot Creates Omnichannel Experience In New Jersey At BetMGM, Borgata

Gural Says Casino At The Meadowlands Would Come After Downstate NY Licenses

While Caesars Is Selling WSOP, Not Much Changes For NJ Poker Players

Resorts Bolsters Atlantic City Casino Offerings With New Additions To Retail DraftKings Sportsbook

Standard General Buys Out Bally’s, Making Company ‘Well Positioned’ To Invest In Online Gambling

Sportsbooks Report $60 Million In June Revenue – New Jersey’s Lowest Total Since Feb. 2023

June Is Best Revenue Month In 2024 For Atlantic City Casinos, But Online Gambling Catching Up

State Regulators Hit FanDuel With $2K Fine For Taking Bets On Week-Old MMA Fights

Lawsuit At ‘Standstill’ As PILOT Program For AC Casinos Costing Taxpayers Millions

Antar Appeals Suit Dismissal In NJ, Hopes To Put RG Onus On Online Casinos

NJ Gambling Officials Still Optimistic Despite Down Start To 2024 By Atlantic City Casinos

NJ Senator Introduces Compromise To Atlantic City Casino Smoking Ban

New Year, New Responsible Gambling Bills (Sort Of) From New Jersey Lawmakers