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The Cordish Companies Present $250M+ Casino Resort Project in Louisiana

April 21, 2023April 18, 2023 by The Mystic Gambler

An ambitious plan presented to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) by The Cordish Companies on Monday seeks to redevelop the Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel in Bossier City and build a Live! casino resort.

‘World-Class Resort Destination’

Central to the $250+ million redevelopment plan is the construction of an entirely new land-based casino and the removal of the existing casino riverboat. Subject to approval by the LGCB, The Cordish Companies plans to open its new destination, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, in 2025.

Japan to Open its First ever Casino

April 21, 2023April 18, 2023 by The Mystic Gambler

Japan has approved an incredible $8.1 billion (1.08 trillion yen) deal for a resort to be built in Osaka. This will be the countries first ever casino, following a recent law that was passed in 2018 to legalise gambling in the country.

Online Gambling and Sports Betting Boost New Jersey Casino Revenue in March

April 17, 2023April 16, 2023 by The Mystic Gambler

Figures released by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement indicate that the industry generated $487 million in revenue, a 15% increase compared to the same period last year.

New Jersey Casinos Struggle with In-Person Revenue as Online Gambling and Sports Betting Flourish

The rise in revenue was attributed to strong performance in online gambling and sports betting. However, the casinos continue to struggle with revenue from in-person gamblers, which remains a concern for the industry.

Celebrate World Circus Day With the 5 Best Circus-Themed Slots 2023

April 15, 2023April 15, 2023 by The Mystic Gambler

Did you know it’s World Circus Day on the 3rd Sunday of the year? That’s why we’re bringing you our pick of the best Circus-themed online slots of 2023. Whether you like clowns, mimes, acrobats, jugglers, or fire-breathing dragons (yeah, we made that one up), there is something here for everyone!

Ladies and gentlemen, sit down, relax, and let us take you on a magical journey full of the most spectacular sights and sounds the circus slot world has to offer.

Oregon Gov. Kotek Opposes Tribal Casino Expansion

April 15, 2023April 14, 2023 by The Mystic Gambler

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek officially declared her position on the hot topic of gambling expansion, explicitly stating that her office would not support any form of gambling expansion in the state.

A Topic of Great Interest

Gov. Kotek sent a letter to all nine recognized Indigenous tribes and the Oregon Lottery Thursday to address gaming, the “topic of great

Caesars Windsor Casino Begins Its Search for a New Operator

April 8, 2023April 7, 2023 by The Mystic Gambler

The OLG’s Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ) will see interested parties submit their initial bids to bring innovation and growth to the iconic property. The casino is one of the most popular in Ontario and contributes substantially to the local economy, so choosing a future operator a vital decision that cannot be rushed.

IGT Expands Betting Platform Reach with Santa Ana Star Casino

April 8, 2023April 6, 2023 by The Mystic Gambler

The leading gaming company delivering entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players within different channels, International Game Technology (IGT), strengthened its US presence via a new partnership announced Wednesday.