Writer: Buck Wargo
Sportsbook execs rail against prediction markets to Nevada regulators
With Nevada sports wagering volume down $249 million so far in 2026, a veteran bookmaker Wednesday railed against prediction markets for... more
Key Fertitta Entertainment executives on packed Nevada regulators’ agenda
Two high-level executives from Fertitta Entertainment, which has a deal to acquire Caesars Entertainment, will appear before Nevada... more
Affinity Gaming and Primm family trade verbal shots after border casino’s closure
In a back-and-forth over the Fourth of July weekend, Affinity Gaming laid the blame on the Primm family for its shutting down casino... more
Las Vegas sees an increase in visitors and hotel occupancy over July Fourth weekend
Las Vegas welcomed a bigger than usual turnout in visitation and a boost in occupancy over the Fourth of July weekend, though it was still... more
Based on May Las Vegas revenue and visitation, Wall Street analyst sees sentiment increasing for casino stocks
One Wall Street analyst touted Las Vegas Strip year-to-date gaming revenue running 4.2% ahead of 2025’s pace. The Nevada Gaming Control... more
Record-high May hotel rates don’t deter Las Vegas visitation, with volume up 2% over 2025
Even with record May hotel rates, Las Vegas tourism showed some recovery, with visitor volume up 2%, aided by a jump in convention business... more
Las Vegas Strip gaming revenue surges in May, strong baccarat drop and slot handle
Gaming revenue on the Las Vegas Strip surged in May with a 13.1% increase, bolstered by higher handle in slot play and baccarat. Statewide,... more
PENN activist shareholder Vora awarded Nevada license
A hedge-fund founder who has had contentious dealings with the management of PENN Entertainment has been granted a three-year license by... more
Wynn Resorts chair positive on Las Vegas as global destination, critiques sale/leaseback casino model
While optimistic about the city’s future as a global vacation destination beyond gaming, the board chair of Wynn Resorts said a big threat... more
Bally’s towers and casino were never planned to be ready when A’s stadium opens: execs
Bally’s CFO and its Las Vegas legal counsel attempted to clear up any misconceptions that the operator planned to have its casino-resort... more
