WATCH: Casino News Roundup - June 19, 2025

Our news reporter, Alan Evans, brings you the latest news from the casino industry on June 5, 2025. 

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"It’s Thursday, 19th of June. This is your Casino News Roundup.

"Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Ottawa, Canada will open on July 3.   

"The $350 million resort at Rideau Carleton Raceway features 1,500 slots, 40 table games, 10 restaurants, and a 150-room hotel. 

"It’s Hard Rock’s first integrated resort in Canada, expected to bring 700 new jobs and a major boost to the local economy. 

"In the US, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has confirmed that the Nassau Coliseum casino bid is nearly off the table.  

"After Las Vegas Sands pulled out in April, efforts to find a replacement operator failed.  

"The county is pivoting to “Plan B,” likely focusing on entertainment and hospitality, minus the gambling.  

"Bally’s Bronx casino project survived thanks to a last-minute parkland alienation bill.  

"With key support from NYC Mayor Eric Adams, the City Council passed a critical resolution, clearing a major legal hurdle.  

"Bally’s remains in contention for one of New York’s three downstate casino licenses, though it’s still seen as a long shot. 

"In the UK, five former Surrey Scorchers basketball players were hit with severe bans, some for life, after a match-fixing investigation.   

"The offences, tied to the 2022–23 season, involved rigging outcomes and failing to report corruption.  

"FIBA and British Basketball reaffirmed their zero-tolerance stance on betting and integrity violations.  

"And finally, were you at the Bond’s International Casino in 1981 to see legendary punk band The Clash perform a 17-night run? The Clash’s oversold venue shows in NYC led to chaos but also artist accountability.   

"The group extended the run to 17 nights and condemned greedy promoters. Ultimately the anti-establishment punk band prioritised fans.

"The Clash’s Bonds Casino stand is a historic reminder for casino and entertainment operators: overselling shows can compromise safety, damage reputations, and alienate audiences. Even today, the risks remain, making responsible ticketing and venue management more critical than ever in protecting both brand integrity and public trust.  

"That’s it for now. You can read all these news stories and more on our website at casinos.com. Don’t forget to subscribe and sign up for all our special offers and free giveaways. Bye for now."