Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – September 9-15

Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

Latest News

Renowned integrated entertainment destination, Mohegan Sun, has been voted “Best Casino Hotel” for the seventh consecutive year in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. With this distinction, Mohegan Sun retains the record for most wins in the “Best Casino Hotel” category more than any other nominee since the award program’s inception in 2013. Mohegan Sun placed within the top five in the “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas” category and Momentum, Mohegan Sun’s rewards program, was ranked #2 in the “Best Players Club” category.

The Colorado Division of Gaming announced that almost 300 people enrolled in the state’s Self-Exclusion Programme, ahead of the effort’s one-year anniversary. The Self-Exclusion Programme, which launched in September 2023, is a crucial tool in promoting responsible gaming throughout the state and each signature is a significant step for each person who enrolls. When people enroll in the Self-Exclusion Programme, they voluntarily exclude themselves from participating in gaming activities offered under the regulatory purview of the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission and the Colorado Division of Gaming.

Great Canadian Entertainment announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell Elements Casino Victoria to Petroglyph Development Group Ltd. (PDG) in yet another historic transaction for both parties. This transaction comes on the heels of the previously announced definitive agreement for Great Canadian Entertainment to sell its other landmark property and business on Vancouver Island, Casino Nanaimo, to PDG.

Apache Lonestar Casino announced an expansion of its facilities, set to enhance the gaming and dining experience for its guests. The expansion, scheduled for completion by the end of 2024, will add more than 2000 square feet of gaming space and introduce additional seating, family dining and new menu options at the popular Lonestar Bar & Grill.

Partnerships

The Jacksonville Jaguars and Hard Rock Digital announced a partnership to make Hard Rock Bet the official sportsbook of the Jaguars. The 2024 season will mark the first season kickoff with legal sports betting in Florida, and as Florida’s only legal sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet will elevate game days with exclusive promotions and experiences for its players and Jaguars fans in Northeast Florida and beyond.

Fanatics Sportsbook announced the opening of a retail sportsbook location in partnership with Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City. The Fanatics Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort is located inside The Gallery – a dynamic 12,000 sq. ft. gaming and bar experience that serves as the centerpiece of the casino. The venue officially opened to the public on Thursday, September 5; just in time for the opening of the football season.

Bally’s Corporation and Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas announced a strategic partnership offering Bally Rewards members the ability to earn travel rewards at Palms in Las Vegas. This collaboration aims to enhance the gaming experience for qualified Bally Rewards members to cash in on trips to Palms in Las Vegas. By leveraging their combined expertise and resources, Bally’s Corporation and Palms are committed to delivering an incredible new way to gain rewards and offer unforgettable experiences for Bally Rewards members.