Ziv Chen
Ziv Chen
Ziv Chen is an industry news contributor at Covers.com
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KISS To Make Special Las Vegas Performance
The iconic rock band announced their first live show since Dec. 2023, with the latest gig a change from their traditional on-stage appearance.
Caesars Palace to Lose Its Iconic Rotunda
A longtime Las Vegas Strip landmark will soon be no more, part of a wave of change in Sin City.
OpenBet Acquisition by OB Global Holdings Completed
OpenBet "better positioned than ever to drive market expansion and product innovation," CEO says.
AI-Powered Autonomous Hotel Set to Open in Las Vegas This Spring
Las Vegas will introduce a new high-tech hotel later this spring, using artificial intelligence to enhance each guest's stay.
South Carolina Bill Would Legalize Sports Betting
Supporters introduced a new proposal in the Palmetto State's legislature to allow sports wagering.
March Madness Drives Vegas Strip Tourism Boom
One of the United States' biggest betting events makes Sin City a jam-packed center of sports, entertainment, and high-stakes wagering.
Maryland Gaming Agency Sends High 5 Casino Cease-and-Desist Letter
The Old Line State is the latest to target online sweepstakes casino operators.
Resorts World Las Vegas Fined $10.5M by Nevada Gaming Control Board
Proposal for settlement comes after Resorts World allowed high-stakes betting by those with prior convictions for illegal gaming and money laundering.
Indiana February Sports Betting Revenue Up 25.7% Year-Over-Year
While Hoosier State betting operators saw monthly profits fall, adjusted gross revenue increased significantly from last February.
Westgate Las Vegas Named Las Vegas Aces Partner
Westgate Las Vegas will sponsor featured segments during broadcasts of Aces games.
Sportradar Announces Deal to Acquire IMG Arena
Global sport techonology company Sportradar has announced that it is to acquire the IMG Arena sports data and betting business from Endeavor.
Pennsylvania Sportsbooks Down 13.3% Month-Over-Month in February
The Keystone State's sports betting handle and revenue dropped compared to January.
BetMGM Bets on March Madness with March Matchups Promotion
BetMGM's new promotion provides basketball fans numerous ways to engage with March Madness, such as interactive contests, and greater betting options.
Hard Rock Bet Introduces Battle of the Bets Campaign in Florida
Hard Rock Bet has launched a new Battle of the Bets campaign, exclusive to its Florida online sportsbook with a $250,000 bonus bet pool.
Nebraska Sports Betting Bill Survives Latest Challenge
A Nebraska constitutional amendment is heading to a floor vote, paving the way for legal online sports betting.
DraftKings Uses Kenny Rogers Classic to Promote Responsible Gaming
DraftKings rolls out a new responsible gaming campaign that connects the lyrics of Kenny Rogers' classic The Gambler, as betting is set to rise for March Madness.
Maryland Gaming Regulator Sends Cease-and-Desist Order to Chumba Casino Owner
Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency alleges that Virtual Gaming Worlds have been offering illegal online gaming activities.
Illinois Legislators Struggle with Legalizing Online Gambling Amid Budget Shortfalls
State Rep. argues Illinois is playing with fire by holding responsibility for legalizing online gambling.
Kansas February Sports Betting Revenue Up From January
The strong February revenue performance of $23.9 million suggests an optimistic outlook for March.
Legal Sports Betting in Hawaii Advances Through Senate Committee
Hawaii could soon welcome online sports betting as the digital sports betting bill, House Bill 1308, was passed in the House of Representatives.
