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Playtech deal suggests Hard Rock Digital worth $4 billion, from playfl.com

Playtech Deal Suggests Hard Rock Digital Could Be Worth $4 Billion

Assuming Playtech bought a 2% share in Hard Rock Digital, it values HRD at $4 billion — $3.5 billion more than Rush Street Interactive.

Posted on: March 31, 2023 | | Matthew Bain

West Flagler leases Magic City Casino for jai-alai

After Sale To Tribe, West Flagler Rents Magic City Casino From … Itself?

West Flagler Associates sold the casino to an Alabama tribe but will lease the jai-alai fronton from a "third party" to keep running jai-alai.

Posted on: March 28, 2023 | | Steve Schult

New tribal rules won't affect Florida gaming market

Opinion: What Proposed Federal Rule Changes Could Mean For Casino Expansion In Florida

Despite Miami Beach mayor Dan Gelber believing otherwise, PlayFL legal expert John Holden thinks the Florida gaming market won't be changed.

Posted on: March 20, 2023 | | John Holden

The FGCC approves Magic City Casino lease agreement

Florida Regulators Accept Unique Lease Agreement For Magic City Casino

The Florida Gaming Control Commission approved Magic City Casino's new lease, a big step in finalizing the casino's sale to Gretna Racing.

Posted on: March 17, 2023 | | Steve Schult

Alabama Tribe Nearly Completes Purchase Of Florida Casino

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians, under its corporate umbrella, paid West Flagler Associates $96 million for Magic City Casino's 30-acre plot.

Posted on: March 3, 2023 | | Steve Schult

Best concerts and comedians coming to Florida Indian Seminole casinos in March, from playfl.com

7 Best Concerts, Comedians Coming To Florida Casinos In March

Want to get out and see a show in March? We break down seven must-see concerts and comedians coming to Florida Seminole casinos this month.

Posted on: March 3, 2023 | | David Fletcher

Miami Beach mayor fights against more Florida casinos

Miami Beach Mayor Fights Against New Guidelines That Could Bring More Casinos To Florida

Mayor Dan Gelber wrote a letter to the federal government against a rule change that could allow tribes to build more casinos.

Posted on: March 1, 2023 | | Steve Schult

Only US stops will be in Florida in second half of WPT

Florida Poker Rooms Only US Stops In Second Half Of Current WPT Season

Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood and bestbet Jacksonville will host the only US stops during the second half of the current WPT season.

Posted on: February 27, 2023 | | Aleeyah Jadavji

Sheriff works with Florida Gaming Control Commission

Local Sheriff’s Department Says It Will Help Florida Regulators Crack Down On Illegal Gambling

The Charlotte County Sheriff's Department said they will be working with regulators to stop illegal gambling in the area.

Posted on: February 22, 2023 | | Steve Schult

WSOP Circuit Harrah’s Pompano Beach boasts $3.8M prize pool

New Name, Even Bigger Turnout For World Series Of Poker Circuit At Harrah’s Pompano Beach

Harrah’s Pompano Beach hosted a World Series of Poker Circuit series that featured $3.8 million in combined prize pools and a six-figure score for its main event winner.

Posted on: February 16, 2023 | | Hill Kerby