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Today’s Gaming-News NTG: 3 June 2025
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Casino revenue falls by 1.7% year-over-year in April
Delaware (results) - Charlotte Capewell, CDC Gaming - Delaware’s casino sector recorded $36.6 million in net revenue in April, a year-over-year decline of 1.7%. Video lottery terminals generated $32.6 million, down from last year’s $37.2 million. Table games produced $4 million, a 13% year-over-year rise. Delaware Park produced the highest revenue, it reported $15.3 million. https://tinyurl.com/hdkfnbha

Betting stocks decline as Illinois raises taxes on wagers
National/Illinois (sports) - Allen Cone, United Press International - Illinois legislators have approved a new state budget that raises taxes on legal sports wagers, causing betting stocks to decline Monday…The new law imposes a new tax per wager on online sports bets…DraftKings' stock price declined 7.44% on Monday afternoon on NASDAQ, and Flutter Entertainment, which runs FanDuel, declined 2.44% on the New York Stock Exchange. Roundhill Sports Betting & iGaming Exchange Trading Fund dropped 1.7% on the NYSE. https://tinyurl.com/2s2xfu34

Journalism Favored from Post 7 for the Belmont Stakes
New York (racing) - Bob Ehalt, Blood-Horse News - The battle lines for the most eagerly awaited Triple Crown showdown in the last few years were set June 2 as a field of eight was announced for the $2 million Belmont Stakes (G1) at Saratoga. It will be Sovereignty , the Kentucky Derby (G1), in post 2 and Journalism, the Run for the Roses runner-up and winner of the Preakness, in post 7 for the June 7 1 1/4-mile final jewel in the Triple Crown. https://tinyurl.com/mrypu24b

House of Representatives bill tightens regulations against igaming
Asia (Japan) - GGRAsia - Japan’s House of Representatives – the lower chamber of the country’s parliament, the Diet – approved on Tuesday (June 2) a bill aiming to tighten regulations against illegal online casinos. The bill will now be sent to the upper chamber, the House of Councilors, for a vote. https://tinyurl.com/zk23kyfy

Culinary, casino resorts unite to reestablish court
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Tabitha Mueller/ Isabella Aldrete, Nevada Independent - https://tinyurl.com/rfzejy28

Legislature barrels toward end of session
Nevada (legislation) - Tabitha Mueller, Nevada Independent - https://tinyurl.com/bmb2df58

Proposed Las Vegas film studio bill dies as session ends 
Nevada (Las Vegas) - McKenna Ross, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/43wr9nkm

Social media users express disbelief on Flamingo’s hiked up fee
Nevada (Las Vegas) - David Danzis, Las Vegas Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/42tysxwb

Big retail project on Las Vegas Strip finishes construction
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Eli Segall, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/2p9vpcwu

Legal battles escalate over Tony Hsieh’s newly found will
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Eli Segall, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/n88ed2c8

Three geothermal projects fast tracked 
Nevada (Reno) - Jason Hidalgo, Gazette Journal - https://tinyurl.com/yhpm75ye

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Today’s Gaming-News NTG: 4 June 2025
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Casino revenue down 3.4% year-over-year in April
Ohio (results) - Charlotte Capewell, CDC Gaming - The Ohio Casino Control Commission reported that the four commercial casinos licensed by the state generated in April revenues of $88.5 million, down 3.4% from April 2024. April figures bring Ohio’s casinos’ year-to-date revenues to $342.7 million, up 1.6%. The Lottery Commission reported that VLT GGR was $120.0 million versus $116.6 million in 2024.  The Ohio Casino Control Commission also reported that the state’s sportsbooks generated revenues of $73.7 million in April, up 1.3%, handle was $801.0 million. https://tinyurl.com/2fbssxda

Silverstein Eyes NYC Casino with Fresh Backing
New York (New York City) - Yonkers Times - World Trade Center developer Larry Silverstein has taken a decisive step forward by teaming up with Rush Street. Rush Street brings valuable experience and local credibility to Silverstein’s ambitious plan to develop the Avenir—a sprawling casino and 46-story mixed-use complex slated for the vacant lot at 11th Avenue and 41st Street. With the deal now locked in, Silverstein’s casino bid just got a lot more realistic. https://tinyurl.com/4bjfs92h

Las Vegas room rates softening, Truist analyst says
Nevada (Las Vegas) - David McKee, CDC Gaming - Following room-rate increases in April, Truist Securities analyst Barry Jonas saw them soften through May and into June on the Las Vegas Strip. His findings were published in a June 3 investor note.  The downward trend Jonas spied in the second quarter continued into July as well. Although the LVCVA cited “consumer uncertainty” as a factor, Jonas wasn’t ready to subscribe to that view yet. https://tinyurl.com/mrx9keke

Gaming blueprint unveiled - $3bn minimum investment
Asia (Thailand) - Christopher Cottrell, Macau Business - The government of Thailand announced Wednesday a new working blueprint for its Entertainment Complex Bill ahead of crucial voting in the House of Representatives at its next session in July. Thailand’s Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister and Deputy Finance Minister explained that the project aims to stimulate the economy with minimum outlays of $3 billion from prospective operators. https://tinyurl.com/un7mr24f

LVCVA expects 2026 to be big for Vegas conventions
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming - https://tinyurl.com/537rryw9

Resorts offering summer deals for ‘staycations’
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Richard N. Velotta, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/2hvbtsd2

Fontainebleau announces new benefits program
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Rege Behe, CDC Gaming - https://tinyurl.com/4sd6pmtp

Rampart to open a new high-limit room next month
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Richard N. Velotta, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/2z9dc22b

Poker superstar reaches WSOP final table, chases 8th career bracelet
Nevada (Las Vegas) - David Schoen, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/ycx77ed5

Bill Murray to sing at music festival
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Building near South Point is soundstage for MrBeast
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Richard N. Velotta, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/mpar4v58

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Today’s Gaming-News NTG: 5 June 2025
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The Grand Island Casino Resort had a great month in April
Nebraska (results) - Jartavius Edmond, KSNB - The Grand Island Casino Resort had a great month in April, marking its first month with more than $1 million in taxable gaming revenue. The casino opened its doors on April 10.  The casino generated more than $5.4 million in total gross gaming revenue for April, 20% of that amount is tax.  According to the state, total GGR for Nebraska was $21.0 million as compared to $8.0 million in April 2024. https://tinyurl.com/3thcc5p4

Despite underperformance, analyst “cautiously optimistic” for gaming
National (report) - David McKee, CDC Gaming - Macquarie Equity Research analyst Chad Beynon said he was “cautiously optimistic” for 2025. Beynon modeled $8.8 billion in estimated 2025 gambling revenue on the Las Vegas Strip, slightly ahead of 2024. For regional casinos, he forecast $42.3 billion, up from 2024’s $42 billion, rising to $43 billion in 2026. A dramatic escalation was predicted for igaming…from $25.3 billion in 2024 to $30.4 billion this year, then $34.5 billion in 2026. https://tinyurl.com/b4wzav84

At a Glance Look at 2025 Belmont Stakes Field
New York (racing) - Bob Ehalt, America's Best Racing - It's the showdown everyone was hoping for June 7 in the $2 million Belmont Stakes: Sovereignty  vs. Journalism. Kentucky Derby (G1) winner Sovereignty, who skipped the Preakness Stakes (G1), will again face Derby runner-up Journalism, who was a dynamic winner of the Preakness. These two rivals head a field of eight with a wide divide of talent. Realistically, five of the starters could pull off a victory at Saratoga, while the other three appear to be overmatched. https://tinyurl.com/3w2v9esp

Wynn to rebrand Crown Aspinall’s as Wynn Mayfair
Europe (UK) - Phil, G3 Newswire - Wynn Resorts has now completed its buyout of an exclusive members-only casino in Mayfair, London, confirming that it will be rebranded as Wynn Mayfair. Wynn will now take over the license from Crown Resorts for the former Aspinall’s property situated at 27-28 Curzon Street, London. The venue originally opened as the White Elephant Club. It was later converted into a casino by John Aspinall in 1992. https://tinyurl.com/4pfbmn46

Resorts World’s woes continue as first-quarter financials decline
Nevada (Las Vegas) - David Danzis, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/3545k7us

Raiders planning development for land surrounding HQ
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Mick Akers, Review-Journal - https://tinyurl.com/yzkk6asf

NFL to partner with International Center for Responsible Gambling 
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Rege Behe, CDC Gaming - https://tinyurl.com/3pezarru

Outdoor tourism businesses could take a financial hit 
Nevada (tourism) - Howard Stutz, The Nevada Independent - https://tinyurl.com/ykc27sux

Signed legislation opens private gaming salons to all players
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Howard Stutz, The Nevada Independent - https://tinyurl.com/2smmhaa7

The Sports Bra bar chain coming to Las Vegas
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Las Vegas Sun - https://tinyurl.com/3ynyywws

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Casinos report strong May
Maryland (results) - Alexa Dikos, WBFF - Maryland’s six casinos had a strong showing in May 2025, generating a combined $176.4 million in revenue from slot machines and table games. The total marks the seventh-highest monthly revenue since casino gaming launched in the state and represents a 1.9% increase over May 2024. The gains extended to state coffers, with casino contributions totaling $76.1 million for the month — up $ 2.2%, compared to the same period last year. https://tinyurl.com/yc8dxwpv

Borgata renovations aim to keep casino on top 
New Jersey (Atlantic City) - Wayne Parry, The Press - Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, the city's top-performing casino recently carried out a multimillion-dollar renovation of part of its casino floor, added a new restaurant and a new high-limit gambling area, and made over a popular bar. Borgata would not put a price tag on the work, but James Bruno, its vice president of casino operations, said the project was the largest revamping of the casino gambling area since the facility opened in 2003. https://tinyurl.com/2bxdfhxp

Journalism is early betting favorite
New York (racing) - Horse Racing Nation - Preakness winner Journalism is the favorite in early betting for Belmont Stakes 2025, the final jewel of the Triple Crown on Saturday at Saratoga.  Journalism was showing at 8-5 on Friday in the all-sources win pool, which opened this week. The only horse who is set to have run in all three U.S. classics, Journalism was established as the favorite on the morning line. https://tinyurl.com/367b555m

Health challenges among lower-income gaming workers
Asia (Macau) - Lynzy Valles, Macau Daily Times - A recent study found that the city’s gaming industry employees experience considerable psychological strain…A survey of around 700 gaming employees revealed that anxiety and depression symptoms were notably more pronounced among unmarried workers, those without children, and lower-income groups. https://tinyurl.com/2axbc6rf

Station to charge fee for premium fireworks 
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Zoox partners with Resorts World for Strip robotaxi service
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Grace Da Rocha, The Sun - https://tinyurl.com/y493dc75

Pacquiao sets sights on Las Vegas title fight 
Nevada (Las Vegas) - Grace Da Rocha, The Sun - https://tinyurl.com/28f57yvu

Gymkhana to replace famed tapas spot at Aria 
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