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New Bill Emerges In Senate Regarding Underage Gambling At AC Casinos

Underage gambling in Atlantic City casinos may soon mean more than just a hefty fine, as guilty persons may have to go to rehab, too.

Posted on: May 26, 2023 | | David Danzis

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Atlantic City Casinos See Profits Dip 15% To Start 2023 After 2022 Decline

A stagnant gambling market and an uneasy national economy are impacting Atlantic City casinos, as the most recent financial reports highlight the industry's ongoing struggles.

Posted on: May 23, 2023 | | David Danzis

NJ Sports Betting Misses Expected Super Bowl Boost In February

New Jersey sportsbooks fell short of $1 billion in legal bets in February, a disappointing result given the month's full sports calendar.

Posted on: March 16, 2023 | | David Danzis

Lawsuit Claims Atlantic City Casinos Conspired In Price-Fixing Scheme For Hotel Rates

A handful of Atlantic City casinos are named in a proposed call-action suit by customers claiming the hotels have artificially inflated room rental prices for years.

Posted on: May 12, 2023 | | David Danzis

Why Stop At $1 Billion? New Jersey Sportsbooks Set New U.S. Record With $1.3 Billion October Handle

New Jersey sportsbooks set a new U.S. record in October, taking more than $1.3 billion in bets and shattering September's all-time high.

Posted on: November 17, 2021 | | David Danzis

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Poll: New Jersey Sports Betting Changes Not Supported By Voters

New Jersey voters are not in favor of allowing legal sports betting on in-state college teams or events, according to a recent poll.

Posted on: July 9, 2021 | | David Danzis

Ocean Casino Resort Has New Partner With Lots Of Dough

Luxor Capital, owner of Ocean Casino Resort, has reached a deal with a Detroit casino operator for up to 50% stake in the Atlantic City hotel.

Posted on: April 6, 2021 | | David Danzis

NJ Lawmakers Push To Expand College Sports Betting

New Jersey lawmakers are trying to remove a gambling ban on in-state collegiate athletics and expand the state's sports betting dominance.

Posted on: May 5, 2021 | | David Danzis

Who Will Run Sportsbook At Ocean Casino Resort?

Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City is searching for a new sportsbook operator after William Hill was bought by Caesars Entertainment.

Posted on: September 3, 2021 | | David Danzis

Super Bowl Betting Tops $143 Million At NJ Sportsbooks, Up From 2021

Super Bowl betting in New Jersey was more than $143 million and generated nearly $8 million for sportsbooks, according to state gambling regulators

Posted on: February 15, 2022 | | David Danzis

The Loft Has Ocean Casino Fishing For Atlantic City Whales

Ocean Casino Resort unveiled its newest high-roller amenity, The Loft, a private table games suite located on the 44th floor.

Posted on: March 16, 2021 | | David Danzis

New Jersey College Sports Betting Proposal Smacked Down By Voters

Nearly 57% of New Jersey voters rejected an expansion of college sports betting to include in-state schools and collegiate events.

Posted on: November 3, 2021 | | David Danzis

New Ownership Partner Of Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino Approved By N.J. Regulators

Ocean Casino Resort will be jointly operated by the owners of Detroit's MotorCity Casino and Luxor Capital Group following two days of regulatory hearings.

Posted on: October 14, 2021 | | David Danzis