Jeffrey McMillan
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How Trump’s War in Iran is Affecting American Casino Companies
Wynn Resorts' $5.1 billion casino project in the United Arab Emirates, known as Wynn Al Marjan Island, will face a "modest delay" in its opening timeline due to ongoing political tensions in the U.S.-Iran conflict. Originally slated to open in the early part of 2027, supply chain disruptions and security...
Illegal Gambling and Scam Operations Migrating to Indonesia to Swamp Authorities
A massive arrest of more than 300 foreign nationals in Jakarta on May 9 indicates that illegal gambling and scam operations may have shifted to Indonesia, creating a sizable new...
Putin Signs Off On New Russian Gambling Zone, the Altai Republic
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed off on the creation of a new gambling zone, the sixth within Russia. The Altai Republic is set to become Russia's newest gambling zone...
Even as it Battles Russia, Ukraine Fights a Second War Against Illegal Gambling
Ukraine is continuing to crack down on illegal gambling, even in the midst of the ongoing war against Russia. Two recent illegal gambling schemes were uncovered by Ukrainian authorities, one...
Stake Expands to Mexico Ahead of World Cup
Stake has launched in Mexico as it expands its territory in Latin America ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Stake has made inroads into Colombia and Peru, but the expansion...
WSOP’s New Dealer Rating System Increases Pressure on Dealers Without Rewarding the Best Ones
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) announced a new dealer rating system that will debut in Las Vegas this summer for the 2026 WSOP. In the eyes of poker room...
Chicago Looking to Ban Sweepstakes Machines While Allowing VGTs
A Chicago City Council panel pushed through legislation to ban sweepstakes gambling terminals that have operated in a legal gray area. The decision went against the wishes of Mayor Brandon...
Another San Jose Illegal Gambling Den Busted
San Jose authorities arrested a suspect who continued to run an illegal gambling den out of a home four months after police busted it. Deon Nguyen was arrested as the...
Niche Miami Cultural Betting Sport Jai Alai Returns to Casino Miami
Jai alai, the niche sport with roots in the Basque Country, is looking to become a part of mainstream Miami sporting culture once again. A return to its home at...
Primm, Nevada, Set to Become a Ghost Town as Its Final Casino Shuts Down
The small town of Primm, Nevada, is set to shutter its casinos on the Fourth of July, which will likely turn the once-popular highway stop into a ghost town. The...
