US Sports Betting Faces the SAFE Bet Act
US sports betting is once again facing a challenge from the federal government, as US Senator Richard Blumenthal underscored the public health impacts of the widespread legalization of sports gambling in a hearing titled, “America’s High-Stakes Bet on Legalized Sports Gambling.” As mobile sports bets surge, Blumenthal called for minimum federal standards like those in his Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet, or the SAFE Bet Act, to better protect consumers from addictive practices and features of both land based and online sports wagering platforms. “We are in the midst of a sports betting boom that is one of…
Barry Manilow gets Lifetime Vegas Residency
Westgate Las Vegas has extended performing legend Barry Manilow an unprecedented Lifetime Residency. Manilow has accepted this extraordinary honor, further cementing his enduring legacy at the iconic International Theater. Manilow reached a new milestone earlier this year when he surpassed Elvis Presley’s record of 636 performances at the venue. The announcement of a Barry Manilow Lifetime Residency comes as the singer is performing his highly regarded Holiday Shows this month, featuring timeless hits and festive favorites. Fans can also look forward to his return in 2025 for newly announced concert dates. “It’s been an incredible journey performing at the International…
New Vegas Baseball Stadium Financing Done
Despite speculation and rumors to the contrary, it appears that financing for the new Vegas baseball stadium is a done deal. Documents submitted to the Las Vegas Stadium Authority seem to confirm that the financing for the A’s ballpark on the former Tropicana site is fully secured, with the total costs rising from $1.5 billion to $1.75 billion. For those unfamiliar with the A’s potential move to Las Vegas, here’s a brief overview: The team is expected to relocate from Oakland to Las Vegas, but they still need a venue. Up until now, details on financing for the new Vegas…
W Las Vegas Now Open at Mandalay Bay
MGM Resorts have officially opened the recently rebranded W Las Vegas, transitioning the iconic tower at Mandalay Bay from the Delano into part of the globally recognized W Hotels brand. Marriott Bonvoy members can now book stays, as well as earn and redeem points, at this latest vibrant destination. The introduction of W Las Vegas into the MGM Resorts portfolio marks another milestone in the company’s long-term strategic licensing agreement with Marriott, which was first announced in 2023. This collaboration unites two hospitality leaders, offering Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards members unprecedented access to both companies’ collections of resorts, along…
New Year’s Eve Party at Sphere Las Vegas
If you’re lurking about Sin City then you still have time to make to the New Year’s Eve Party at Sphere Las Vegas! They have programmed their exterior (the world’s largest LED screen) with a custom show to ring in 2025. This dazzling display will include a celebration of major cities around the world as different time zones approach midnight, culminating with Sphere serving as Las Vegas’ official countdown to 2025! Sphere Las Vegas New Year’s Eve Celebration will kick off at 5:00am on December 31st, when Sydney, Australia welcomes 2025. Throughout the day, the Exosphere will display dynamic imagery…
WPT Poker Online Rolls Out New Software
The World Poker Tour has announce a major upgrade to the WPT Poker online software platform, which includes the integration of a major new engine upgrade. This improvement demonstrates the commitment of the WPT to creating a smoother, faster and more efficient online poker experience. Some of the key features in this update include an improved speed and responsiveness. The new engine enhances poker game play performance, bringing in a higher frame rate and smoother experience at the online felt. There is also a reduce device load, which means individual CPU usage will be cut down by up to 80%,…
