Day: August 15, 2024
Long Island Lawyer Pushes Hochul to Expedite NYC Casino Process
A Long Island attorney that supports Las Vegas Sands’ efforts to build a $6 billion integrated resort at the site of Nassau Coliseum encouraged Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) to approve legislation that would accelerate the bidding process for three downstate casino licenses — something the governor hasn’t signaled she’ll do. Nassau County, New York on…
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MGM Partnering with Grupo Globo for Brazil Sports Betting Permit
MGM Resorts International said today it is partnering with Latin American media conglomerate Grupo Globo to pursue a sports wagering and iGaming license in Brazil. The Brazilian flag flying against a backdrop of the sun. MGM is teaming up with Grupo Globo to pursue a sports betting license in the country. (Image: Pixabay) Should MGM…
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Mohegan Sun Wants $2.7M from Hollywood Exec Who Lost $5M in a Day
Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Casino is chasing former Hollywood heavyweight Ron Meyer for more than $2.7 million in unpaid markers, according to a lawsuit filed in the state’s Superior Court in New London. Lawyers for ex-Universal Studios chief Ron Meyer, above, argue that extending credit for gambling is illegal in Connecticut and there’s nothing in the…
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Arkansas Razorbacks NIL Collective Asks State for Online Raffle to Fund Players
Arkansas Edge, the University of Arkansas’ name, image, likeness (NIL) collective, is seeking to operate an online 50/50 raffle that it says could raise millions of dollars to help lure marquee talent to Razorbacks programs. The University of Arkansas’ primary NIL collective wants to operate an online 50/50 raffle to help sponsor players and recruit…
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