Nevada gaming revenue reached $1.23 billion in August, rising 5.5 percent compared to the same month last year, according to data from the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The result marked the 54th consecutive month the state has surpassed the $1 billion mark, underscoring continued strength across key gaming sectors. Table games and card games led much of the growth, generating $411.8 million, up 12.6 percent year over year. Baccarat was the standout performer, with revenue surging 52.6 percent to $116.5 million, fueled by increased play from international visitors and favorable hold rates. Sports betting also delivered significant gains. Revenue from…

South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa in Las Vegas will host the South Point blackjack tournament on October 12th as part of the festivities leading up to the South Point 400 NASCAR weekend. Officially titled the Brendan Gaughan Celebrity Blackjack Tournament, the event will feature teams of three competing at the blackjack tables alongside notable NASCAR drivers and personalities. The celebrity lineup is expected to include former NASCAR Cup Series champion Kevin Harvick, Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace, Chris Buescher, Daniel Hemric and others. Participants will start the evening with a cocktail reception and hors d’oeuvres before the competition begins….

The American Gaming Association has released an updated version of its Best Practices for Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Guide, designed to help casinos and gaming operators strengthen their defenses against financial crimes. The new edition reflects changes in technology, evolving criminal tactics, and updated regulatory expectations across the gaming sector. The latest guide places greater emphasis on Know Your Customer procedures and more detailed guidance for filing Suspicious Activity Reports. A major addition is a comprehensive section on risk assessments, giving operators a clearer framework for identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating potential exposure to money laundering. The guide also expands its focus…

Station Casinos has confirmed that the Green Valley Ranch poker room in Henderson, Nevada, will reopen later this year following a major renovation. The poker room, closed since 2020 amid the pandemic, is part of a broader $200 million upgrade across the resort. The resort, located about 15 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, is over two decades old, and it is undergoing refreshes to its rooms, suites and event spaces. When it reopens, Green Valley Ranch poker room will feature 16 tables and new chairs in its original spot next to the sportsbook. The renovated space will be almost…

The Terry Fator Las Vegas residency is over. Bam! Just like that. The ventriloquist and singer who rose to national fame after winning the second season of “America’s Got Talent,” has announced the end of his long-running residency in Las Vegas. The performer wrapped up his current show, “Terry Fator: One Man, a Hundred Voices, a Thousand Laughs!” at The STRAT Hotel this week, marking the close of a 16-year run on the Strip. The original Terry Fator Las Vegas residency began in 2009 at The Mirage, where his mix of comedy, singing impressions, and puppetry quickly turned him into…

MGM and Formula 1 have renewed their founding partnership for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, keeping its involvement in the race weekend through 2030. The agreement will ensure that the Bellagio Fountain Club remains the venue for the winner’s stage and offers fans a view of the track’s fastest straightaway, where cars exceed 210 mph. The venue includes features such as a rooftop lounge, premium wines, an open bar, and culinary offerings from top chefs. Emily Prazer, president and CEO of Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc., said that MGM and Formula 1 cooperation has helped define the Grand Prix’s identity…