Summary: Final preparations for the grand opening of Happy Valley Casino are underway. PGCB will oversee trial runs to ensure staff, machines, and revenue reporting are correct. Plans were initially announced in 2020, but suffered legal delays. Happy Valley Casino in Pennsylvania is even closer to its much-anticipated grand opening, installing new exterior signs and […]
Summary: Virginia lawmakers approve plan for a voter referendum on a Tysons casino. Fairfax County leaders say their opposition has been ignored. A future Governor’s decision and a possible public vote will determine the outcome. A proposal to bring a casino to Fairfax County is still alive, even as local officials continue to push back. […]
Summary: Vallejo’s mayor says the city should stay neutral while a federal review of a proposed tribal casino continues. Two tribes are clashing over the project, with Yocha Dehe leaders challenging Scotts Valley’s claims to the land. Scotts Valley says the casino could bring jobs and revenue to Vallejo despite the ongoing dispute. A long-running […]
Summary: County leaders voted 5–4 to formally oppose a casino planned near the Spring Hill Metro station. Officials say the project lacks community support and has been driven by the state rather than local voices. Residents, business owners, and local groups continue to speak out against the development. Fairfax County officials didn’t leave much room […]
Summary: Skill games remain untaxed and unregulated after lawmakers failed to reach a deal in this year’s budget. Competing tax proposals, heavy lobbying, and a pending state Supreme Court case continue to complicate the issue. Both Gov. Shapiro and legislative leaders say skill-game reform will be a priority next year as the state faces a […]
Summary: Chase Cunningham told casino operators that breaches are inevitable and perfect defense is a myth. Despite billions spent and thousands of vendors, cyberattacks keep increasing. The former Navy cryptologist says the real cost of hacks gets passed on to customers through higher prices. A cybersecurity veteran delivered a stark reality check this week to […]
