Hard Rock interested in buying Atlantic City Revel

The New York Post newspaper on Friday reported that Hard Rock International is interested in acquiring the financially-troubled Revel Hotel/Casino in Atlantic City. Such a move could save the property from having to face a second bankruptcy hearing. Unfortunately, the $2.4 billion Revel was built for a price that far… Continue reading

S.D. legislature allows progressive slots in Deadwood

South Dakota legislators see the potential for multi-state linked casino slot machines that would offer “Powerball-type” jackpots and doesn’t want to be left behind. Last week, the South Dakota legislature’s Rules Review Committee voted unanimously to authorize progressive slot machines in the Black Hills gambling town of Deadwood. It would… Continue reading

Andrew Pascal’s app gaining Internet luster

As the country moves toward online gambling, either through Congressional approval or by the entry of individual states, some entrepreneurs have been anticipating the expansion by preparing vehicles that would make them a part of the movement. One such individual is Andrew Pascal. With two Las Vegas experiences behind him,… Continue reading

No horses, yet, at Ohio’s newest racino

Company officials said several thousands of people braved the extremely cold temperatures last week to greet the opening of Ohio’s newest racino. Owners of the Miami Valley Gaming casino, formerly known as Lebanon Raceway, are Delaware North Companies of Buffalo, New York, and Churchill Downs Inc. (CHDN), the former horse… Continue reading