
Wynn Al Marjan Island Sets September 2027 Opening as Iran War Adds $300 Million
Wynn confirmed the UAE's first licensed casino resort will open in September 2027 after war costs added $300 million to a $5.7 billion budget.
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Wynn confirmed the UAE's first licensed casino resort will open in September 2027 after war costs added $300 million to a $5.7 billion budget.

Sen. Ron Watson withdrew SB 761 in March 2026, leaving no iGaming ballot question; American Future PAC had spent $3.2 million on races.

Paramount closed its Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition, creating Skydance and combining games portfolios, as David Zaslav receives $606.1 million.

BetMGM says early Alberta per-player metrics are above its Ontario launch, while Q3 net revenue rose 7% to $710 million.

Washington casino completes three-year expansion, adds 400 slot machines, new bars and dining upgrades. Gaming floor now spans 270,250 square feet.

New York Attorney General Letitia James secured an $8 million settlement from VGW Holdings after an illegal sweepstakes casino inquiry.

Analysts see Las Vegas Sands Q3 EPS at $0.77 on revenue of $3.4 billion, with segment estimates for Marina Bay Sands and Macao.