Justin Byers

6 days ago | sbcamericas.com | Justin Byers

A measure to dissolve the Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) was passed in both legislative chambers leaving Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature as the last step for enactment. The Texas Seante approved the House version of Senate Bill 3070 was signed in the Texas Senate on Sunday. The measure, introduced by Sen. Bob Hall, was initially passed by the Senate last month before reaching the House where it underwent a series of amendments.

1 week ago | sbcamericas.com | Justin Byers

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is keeping busy with a new investigation. The state gaming regulator is investigating Fontainebleau Las Vegas for allegedly violating anti-money laundering (AML) laws, according to testimony from Fontainebleau President Maurice Wooden. The probe was unveiled during a licensing meeting between the NGCB and Wooden regarding an application for licensure as a key executive.

2 weeks ago | sbcamericas.com | Justin Byers

The lead prosecutor of the investigation into illegal gambling by the former interpreter of MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani has reportedly relinquished his role. According to a report from the New York Post, Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeff Mitchell resigned from his office on May 16 and will be paid through September. Mitchell stepped down after leading the prosecution of Ippei Mizuhara, a former interpreter who stole over $15 million from Ohtani to pay off gambling debts with an illegal bookie.

1 month ago | canadiangamingbusiness.com | Justin Byers

Strive Gaming has secured a deal to provide Delta Bingo & Gaming Online with its services. The Vancouver-based company has reached an agreement with Delta to expand its digital business. As part of the deal, Strive will provide its player account management services to Delta, which operates gaming machines in 20 brick-and-mortar locations across Ontario and Maryland.

1 month ago | canadiangamingbusiness.com | Justin Byers

Strive Gaming has secured a deal to provide a budding gaming company with its services. The Vancouver-based company has reached an agreement with Delta Bingo & Gaming Online to expand its digital business. As part of the deal, Strive will provide its player account management services to Delta, which operates gaming machines in 20 brick-and-mortar locations across Ontario and Maryland.