July 2008 Online Casino News Archive

Shorr expresses love for Las Vegas

30th July 2008 at 14:33

Poker professional Shannon Shorr has stated that he is a big fan of Las Vegas.

Australasian Gaming Expo attracts Shackleford

29th July 2008 at 15:06

The Australasian Gaming Machines Manufacturers Association (AGMMA) has managed to secure the services of top gambling analyst Michael Shackleford for its annual Australasian Gaming Expo.

Special training for dealers at Grand Vic casino

25th July 2008 at 16:36

Dealers at the famous Grand Victoria Casino in Illinois are to get additional training so they can operate the resort's new double-deck blackjack game.

Advantage players "can be tough everywhere"

25th July 2008 at 16:35

Casinos can be vulnerable to advantage blackjack players no matter how difficult the game is, an expert has suggested.

Harrah's believes economy will recover

24th July 2008 at 15:37

Harrah's Entertainment expects the US economy to recover in the long-term - although it is not sure exactly when this will happen.

Single-deck blackjack draws criticism from poker ace

23rd July 2008 at 15:42

Single-deck blackjack has come under fire from internet poker star Justin "WPTHero" Rollo, who dislikes the rule preventing the doubling of nines.

CCT picks highlights of the Rio's WSOP

22nd July 2008 at 15:22

The Casino City Times (CCT) has drawn up a list of the main highlights of visiting the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas while the World Series of Poker (WSOP) is taking place.

Macau smashes casino revenue records again

22nd July 2008 at 15:18

The Chinese administrative region of Macau has smashed casino industry records yet again, it has been revealed.

Wanneroo mayor eyes casino project

21st July 2008 at 16:10

A casino is being looked at as a possible means of boosting the tourism industry in Wanneroo, Australia, the local mayor has revealed.

MGM Grand visit 'top of Cotto's priorities'

21st July 2008 at 16:07

Going to the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas was the first thing on Miguel Cotto's mind when he landed in the Nevada city earlier today, it has been suggested.

New era for Wild Rose

18th July 2008 at 16:11

A new era is set to dawn on the Wild Rose Casino as it prepares to open its doors to the gaming public in Iowa.

Grochowski: Some people are scared of playing craps

17th July 2008 at 15:42

Lots of people who are interested in playing craps in casinos are too afraid to do so, according to one expert.

Moncton casino plans attacked

16th July 2008 at 14:39

A Canadian newspaper has launched a scathing attack upon the proposed design for a new casino in Moncton, New Brunswick.

'Learn the rules' before going to a casino

16th July 2008 at 14:37

Gamblers have been urged to make sure they understand the rules before playing casino games in a live environment.

Las Vegas slammed by top poker player

15th July 2008 at 15:19

Dani Stern has made it clear that he will not be joining the ranks of poker professionals currently living in Las Vegas.

CryptoLogic expands Marvel slots characters

11th July 2008 at 15:34

Gamblers using CryptoLogic-powered casinos will now have the opportunity to play games featuring more Marvel comic book characters than ever before.

Mohegan Sun hopes poker will make it money

10th July 2008 at 15:50

The owner of the Mohegan Sun casino in Connecticut is hoping that quality poker services will prove to be a money-spinner.

Packer linked to Ameristar takeover

10th July 2008 at 15:48

Australian billionaire and Crown Casinos owner James Packer is lining up a bid for the Ameristar Casino company, it has been reported.

Caesars Indiana to open WSOP Circuit

8th July 2008 at 16:08

Caesars Indiana has been chosen as the casino to kick off the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit for 2008-2009.

"Full house" for Oklahoma casino on opening night

7th July 2008 at 16:32

The Saturday opening of the Downstream Casino Resort in Ottawa County, Oklahoma is likely to be seen as a big success by its operator, the Quapaw Tribe of Oklahoma.