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How music creates a gambling atmosphere in casinos

Chris Sieroty — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:56:56 +0000

A few years ago, Peter Arceo was approached by a cage supervisor complaining that the music in the casino at 3 a.m. when she started her shift was too loud. The woman told Arceo, Yaamava’ Resort & Casino chief gaming officer, her fellow workers were coming in, half asleep and didn’t like the “level 10” music. Arceo appreciated the woman’s comment, but said the music wasn’t for... Read more »

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Technology and security professionals participate in National Tribal Cyber Challenge

Rege — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:50:11 +0000

The National Tribal Cyber Challenge October 20-21 featured tribal technology and security professionals testing their defenses, collaborating with peers, and strengthening cybersecurity readiness. Hosted virtually through World Wide Technology’s Cyber Range, the immersive Capture the Flag event, Disarm Me: Hack, Decrypt, Disable, challenged participants to act as ethical hackers, investigate a hostile environment, uncover vulnerabilities... Read more »

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Newly opened North Fork Mono casino still dealing with Chukchansi suit. Tribes await ruling

Alec — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:14:12 +0000

The North Fork Mono Casino and Resort has opened as planned off Highway 99 in Madera, but its owners and opponents are still waiting for a federal judge in Fresno to decide whether it will stay open for gaming. The North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California is hoping Judge Kirk E. Sherriff will... Read more »

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New Jersey: Rutgers study finds high rate of gambling those ages 13 to 17

Chris Sieroty — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:31:01 +0000

A new study from Rutgers University found that 42.7% of Americans between the ages of 13 and 17 participated in some form of gambling over the past year, with some 11% of teenage gamblers classified as high risk for problem gambling. More than half, 52.5%, of Americans ages 13 to 27 reported gambling in the... Read more »

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Aristocrat makes Monopoly Big Board Bucks for Class II markets

Rege — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:07:33 +0000

Aristocrat Gaming announced on Wednesday it is bringing Monopoly Big Board Bucks to Class II markets across the United States. The game was honored as the Slot of the Year at the Global Gaming Awards Americas at G2E in Las Vegas. “Having Monopoly Big Board Bucks recognized as Slot of the Year is an incredible... Read more »

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New Minnesota legislature could break sports betting stalemate

Alec — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:59:05 +0000

Minnesota’s legislative elections could give sports betting supporters a chance to break years of stalemate in one of the few remaining states without legal sportsbooks. The Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) has generally backed a tribal-controlled market, while Republicans have pushed for broader access for horse tracks, charitable gaming groups, and other organizations. An agreement among those... Read more »

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California: North Fork Mono Casino opens a day earlier than expected

Chris Sieroty — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:18:13 +0000

North Fork Mono Casino in Madera, California, officially opened on Tuesday afternoon, one day earlier than expected. The new casino resort is managed by Station Casinos, a consolidated subsidiary of Red Rock Resorts, in partnership with the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians. The total all-in project cost remains approximately $750 million. The casino offers... Read more »

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North Carolina: Lumbee Tribe chair certifies gaming ordinance; referendum next

Alec — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:36:12 +0000

On Friday, Lumbee Tribal Chairman John Lowery certified the Lumbee Tribal Gaming Ordinance as affecting fundamental rights, marking a historic milestone for the Lumbee people. Tribal Council Speaker Alex Baker and Vice Chairman Bobby Emanuel joined him to certify the legislation, which the Lumbee Tribal Council passed on Oct. 15. “I want to thank the... Read more »

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Washington: 12 Tribes Colville Casinos to sponsor Gonzaga University athletics

Alec — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:16:04 +0000

The Colville Tribal Federal Corporation and 12 Tribes Colville Casinos announced a new sponsorship with Gonzaga University athletics on Tuesday. This sponsorship goes into effect immediately. It will add 12 Tribes Colville Casinos branding courtside for the Gonzaga men’s basketball team’s 2026/27 season. 12 Tribes Colville Casino says this sponsorship also includes on-Reservation basketball clinics... Read more »

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NCPG names Charles Jeffers II interim executive director

Chris Sieroty — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:20:27 +0000

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) announced Monday Charles H. Jeffers II, founder of The Jeffers Group, a consulting firm specializing in interim executive leadership, governance, strategic operations, and organizational culture, will join the advocacy organization as interim executive director effective immediately. “Charles’ depth of experience in understanding culture dynamics, operational demands, and board... Read more »

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