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After casino revenue in Macau, China, increased by 70% in July when compared with 2009’s results, MGM Resorts International has made clear its intentions to improve its presence in Asia. While the Las Vegas casino industry has been dealt huge financial blows over the past two years, the casino industry in Macau – the only province in China where it’s legal to gamble, has boomed. Now, MGM Resorts International’s CEO, Jim Murren, told Bloomberg that they are “starting to assert ourselves” in Macau, and aim to “have more properties in Asia over time”.

While MGM Resorts International is looking to increase its market share in Macau, the company has also announced a significant turning point for its properties in Las Vegas. For the first time since October 2007, revenue from the casino operator’s rooms in Las Vegas increased, which has led Murren to suggest the company is “starting to see a recovery” in Nevada. The CityCenter resort complex, a joint venture between both MGM and Dubai World recorded operating losses of $128 million; however analysts are confident that finances for the Las Vegas resort will improve during the second half of the year.

Ladbrokes

Over the past few years, Ladbrokes Casino's Tomb Raider slots have proven to be a huge hit with players. Based on the highly successful video game and film franchise, Ladbrokes’ two Tomb Raider slots chronicle the various adventures of Lara Croft – and both offer bonus rounds that are full of suspense and entertainment. If you’ve haven’t played the Tomb Raider slots before, then you may well be interested in the casino’s current promotion, which offers you a new £25 free when you wager on Ladbrokes’ Lara Croft themed slot machines.

To receive your free bonus, simply deposit £25 and wager on Ladbrokes’ either of the casino’s two Tomb Raider slots. Both games are available in a range of formats, including in Ladbrokes’ flash and download casinos, so whatever gaming format you prefer, you’re sure to find one that suits you at this casino. Your free £25 will be credited when you turnover your deposit on the casino’s Tomb Raider games. This offer is only available to current players, so if you’re a new player we recommend you claim Ladbrokes Casino’s £100 welcome bonus. Full details for both the Tomb Raider and welcome bonus promotions are available at Ladbrokes Casino.

Flag of the United States

In the past few weeks, various news outlets, ranging from ABC to The Guardian, have been reporting on Congressman Barney Frank’s proposed online gambling bill. The bill, which could legalise online casinos in the United States, or at least offer a clear definition of what is “internet gambling”, was approved by the House of Representatives financial services committee last week.

Since then, a variety of news sources have been reporting on what a legal US casino market could mean for operators such as PartyGaming, which lost 58% of its share price when online gambling was deemed illegal the US back in September, 2006.

However, news websites such as ABC have drawn attention to the fact that if Frank’s bill were to be passed by the House and Senate, he has just two weeks to get the legislation before American lawmakers. Frank’s bill has to be passed by the House of Representatives before the November mid-term elections and as Congress is about to take a seven week break, he has just two weeks to get the bill passed by lawmakers, before the deadline.

DC Comics Universe

Following the rave reviews Cryptologic’s Superman and Batman slots received from players and critics alike, the online casino software provider has now introduced a new Green Lantern themed slot. Complete with a classic comic book themed design, as well as the chance to do battle with Sinestro, it’s safe to say that Cryptologic’s latest DC addition will no doubt prove to be a hit with players.

As Cryptologic has already turned three of DC Comics’ best-known heroes into slots, it’s tricky to guess which superhero, or comic book series, will be next turned into a game. Given the sheer amount of DC heroes available, we’ve compiled a list of six DC Comics characters that should never appear in a slot game. In descending order, here’s who we think should be avoided, at all costs:

6. Krypto the Superdog

Simply put, Krypto is Superman’s pet dog and while there’s nothing wrong with the Man of Steel’s canine pal, chances are the hero hound wouldn’t work particularly well in slot form. Krypto has appeared in various DC Comics and even had his own TV show, aimed at young children. For now, we reckon Intercasino should consider creating a Supergirl slot before they move onto Krypto.

5. Blue Beetle

Borgata Casino Resort

MGM Resorts International has announced its plans to sell the land beneath the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa in Atlantic City, New Jersey. It’s believed that Vornado Realty Trust has purchased the land for $73 million, but the deal must first be approved by the New Jersey Casino Control Commission.

Earlier this year, MGM revealed plans to move out of Atlantic City, after the New Jersey Casino Control Commission deemed Pansy Ho, who owns a 50% stake in MGM Macau, an “unsuitable” business partner. While it was initially suggested MGM would sell its stake in the Borgata resort, it’s been alleged that the company wishes to cut its ties with the casino. Having found a buyer for the 11.6 acres of land beneath the casino resort, MGM is now in talks with buyers about its 50% stake in the Borgata.

The interest in the Borgata land has been seen as a “modest positive” by Joseph Greff, a financial analyst at J.P. Morgan. Greff suggested that the proposed deal between MGM and Vornado Realty Trust shows that “there are still buyers of Atlantic City assets out there, at least at the right price”.