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Bally’s Atlantic City Makes Change, Brings In Bally Bet For Retail Sportsbook Space

Bally's Atlantic City opened Bally Bet Sportsbook on Wednesday, taking over the space formerly occupied by FanDuel Sportsbook.

Posted on: August 24, 2023 | | David Danzis

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Atlantic City Casinos Net $290 Million In July, Down 3% from 2022

Land-based Atlantic City casinos generated just shy of $290 million in July revenue, their best month since reporting $299 million in July 2022.

Posted on: August 16, 2023 | | David Danzis

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Former Trump Plaza Casino Site Up For Sale In Atlantic City

Nearly two and half years after the implosion of Atlantic City's Trump Plaza Hotel & Casino, an adjoining lot is listed for sale.

Posted on: August 15, 2023 | | David Danzis

NJ Officials Still Deciding What To Do With Former Playboy Casino Fund

New Jersey gambling regulators haven't decided what to do with remaining funds dedicated to cashing chips from the former Playboy Casino.

Posted on: August 11, 2023 | | David Danzis

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Plenty Of Hurdles Stand Between Atlantic City And The Phrase ‘Family Resort’

An Atlantic City casino's new pool policy is seemingly at odds with the local media's push to portray the resort as a family-friendly spot.

Posted on: August 9, 2023 | | David Danzis

NJ legislature is sending mixed signals for Atlantic City casinos with its recent PILOT program and online casino extension.

NJ Legislature Contradicts Itself On Atlantic City Casinos, Online Gambling

There is some mixed messaging relating to Atlantic City casinos and NJ online gambling in regard to the PILOT program and recent online casino extension.

Posted on: July 31, 2023 | | David Danzis

Atlantic City Casinos Kick Off Summer With Over $240 Million In June Revenue

Atlantic City casinos had a strong start to the busiest time of year, as in-person gambling revenue increased for most of the market in June.

Posted on: July 14, 2023 | | David Danzis

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NJ Sports Betting Continues Monthly Slide In April With Dog Days Of Summer Looming

With major events over and two leagues wrapping up seasons, New Jersey sports betting saw its lowest handle in eight months.

Posted on: May 17, 2023 | | David Danzis

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Celebrating Five Years of Hard Rock, Ocean In Atlantic City May Be Last Hoorah

The shared fifth anniversaries of Hard Rock Atlantic City and Ocean Casino Resort may be the last thing Atlantic City celebrates for quite some time.

Posted on: July 7, 2023 | | David Danzis

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New Jersey Issues Emergency Order To ‘Prevent Fraudulent Claims’ Of Playboy Casino Chip Redemption

New Jersey will no longer redeem chips from the former Playboy casino in Atlantic City, according to an emergency order issued Friday.

Posted on: July 7, 2023 | | David Danzis

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Can Atlantic City’s Island Waterpark Be The Rising Tide That Lifts All Boats?

Island Waterpark is the centerpiece of a broader effort to expand Atlantic City’s appeal beyond casinos but lower expectations are needed.

Posted on: June 7, 2023 | | David Danzis

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NJ Gambling Bills Would Rein In Ads, Prohibit Sports Betting Deals With Colleges

One New Jersey lawmaker is pushing for laws imposing restrictions on certain NJ sports betting advertising and business practices within the industry.

Posted on: June 23, 2023 | | David Danzis