Online Gambling News in Barbados - June 2026

Trump Bails On Atlantic City Leaving Local Economy In Doubt

Trump Bails On Atlantic City Leaving Local Economy In Doubt

Nich Moore July 14, 2014 14:24:50

Losing 33% of its casinos in a single year endangers Atlantic City’s economy and signals tough times ahead When casinos arrived in Atlantic City back in 1978 they quickly became a pillar of the local economy not just in terms of employment but also in the knock-on economic effects of attracting people to the city […]

Chinese Authorities Are Waging a Real Battle With Illegal Gambling Operators

Chinese Authorities Are Waging a Real Battle With Illegal Gambling Operators

Alex Nevsky July 14, 2014 14:08:30

Chinese authorities continue to crack down on illegal gambling operations within the country. While the World Cup is now over in Brazil with the whole world joining Germany in celebration of their fourth title, illegal gambling still plagues some corners of the planet. According to the Ministry of Public Security in China the police have […]

Japanese Government Set to Legalize Casinos by the End of the Year

Japanese Government Set to Legalize Casinos by the End of the Year

Toni July 14, 2014 14:02:28

With many economic benefits credited to the gambling industry, Japan is looking to make use of the lucrative business by allowing casino operations. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is known to be a great supporter of introducing a casino market in Japan, which would see national tourism flourish in the future. Considering that Tokyo will be […]

Atlantic City Budget Soars, as More Casinos Close

Atlantic City Budget Soars, as More Casinos Close

Monica E. July 14, 2014 13:35:02

With the Showboat Casino closing later this summer, Atlantic City residents and officials fear more will follow. Dave Rose spent 19 years working as a cook at the famous Mardi Gras-themed Showboat Casino, run by Caesars Entertainment. Now he is counting the weeks left until the venue closes, when he and his fellow workers – […]

Sportsbook Companies predict this is Just the Beginning for German Glory

Sportsbook Companies predict this is Just the Beginning for German Glory

Toni July 14, 2014 13:13:24

Following the triumph in last night’s World Cup final over Argentina, bookmakers believe Germany is looking to build on current momentum. Germany have emerged winners of the 2014 Cup, which also marks their 4th World title. After serving a devastating blow to Brazil with a record 7-1 win in the semi-finals, the Europeans were on […]

Canadian Player Wins Progressive Jackpot

Canadian Player Wins Progressive Jackpot

Monica E. July 14, 2014 12:58:45

An IT professional from Canada tried his luck at Slotland’s latest progressive jackpot and won almost $170,000 playing it. The Tikal Treasure slot game brought the Canadian player a prize of $169,072. According to a company press release, the progressive jackpot is triggered four or five times a year at the casino, with an average […]

Winemakers Fear the Mishewal Wappo People Will Build a Casino in Napa

Winemakers Fear the Mishewal Wappo People Will Build a Casino in Napa

Monica E. July 14, 2014 12:51:59

The Mishewal Wappo people has asked the government to recognize their tribe and vintners are worried they might want to build a casino. Napa is known as a popular destination for wine-lovers. It is estimated that 3 million people visit the county every year, and most of them come here to enjoy the wine, delicious […]

Nevada Gaming Control Board Gives Green Light for Online Poker Network

Nevada Gaming Control Board Gives Green Light for Online Poker Network

Toni July 14, 2014 12:24:52

With soaring demand and lucrative business opportunities, Nevada approves to implement online poker network. With the approval from the Board, many casinos will now be able to offer online poker service to players. According to gambling news, reports are circulating that plans to implement a poker player pool in the state will not be more […]