Writer: Ken Adams
A bipartisan idea with challenges
The world of politics is very contentious these days, especially in the heat of a presidential campaign season. However, in a rare case,... more
In defense of a bad idea
On August 1, DraftKings announced that it was going to impose a surcharge of 3.2 percent on winnings in states that charge more than 20... more
The question of skill or gambling in the 21st century
Last week in Pennsylvania, 12 casinos joined in a lawsuit. The suit seeks relief from the tax burden imposed on operators of slot machines.... more
A Catfish Bend gaming economy
If anyone asks, Catfish Bend Casino in Iowa does not want any new competition. It has enough without it. But a new casino in Cedar Rapids... more
A frightening thing happened on the way to the Forum
On Friday, July 19, the world woke up to news that computers in many industries, government agencies, and media outlets were out. The... more
Chicago the new flagship for Bally’s
Bally’s on Friday announced the funding for its permanent casino in Chicago. The billion-dollar resort is set to open in September 2026.... more
Ping pong or baccarat?
The casino industry in Macau is undergoing a culture change. Gambling has dominated the economy, if not the culture, of Macau since the... more
Insiders fluttering on an election
Great Britain is entertaining a new political scandal — and great theater it is. The British do some things very well and theater is at the... more
What are we to do when sports figures gambling, threats against players and annoying advertisements plague us?
What do Ippei Mizuhara, Tucupita Marcano, Pat Hoberg, Jontay Porter, David Fletcher and Felipe Hernández have in common? They all are... more
Illinois wants sportsbooks to pay more to the state
There is one constant in gaming: Budget time is run-for-the-hills time. It is the time when hungry lawmakers look at gaming as low-hanging... more
