Live casinos must strictly enforce self-exclusion regulations to protect problem gamblers. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) recently demonstrated this by fining Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia $50,000 for allowing four self-excluded individuals to gamble, violating state regulations.

The gaming industry continues to face various challenges, from natural disasters to security issues. Several casinos along the US Gulf Coast temporarily closed due to Hurricane Francine, while California's Golden Acorn Casino opened its doors as a shelter for wildfire evacuees.

Recent notable developments include:

• A record $1.2M jackpot payout at a Reno casino
• Thunder Valley Resort's $1.2M slot jackpot won by poker player Allen 'Chainsaw' Kessler
• Harrah's Cherokee Valley River's expansion, including a new WSOP room
• MGM Resorts experiencing check-in delays due to computer system issues
• Star Entertainment's removal from ASX over missing financial results

Law enforcement has been active in addressing casino-related crimes:

• French authorities uncovered a cheating network using microscopic earpieces
• Rivers Pittsburgh charged additional suspects in a roulette cheating case
• Queensland police investigated a casino kidnapping plot linked to a pub quiz robbery

The industry also faces ongoing regulatory challenges and litigation:

• Full House Resorts' Waukegan casino project delayed by legal issues
• Lake of the Ozarks casino backers pursuing legal action over rejected ballot measure
• Everi defending against Koin Mobile's antitrust lawsuit

Natural disasters continue to impact operations:

• Will Rogers Downs suffered casualties from an Oklahoma tornado
• Nevada residents displaced by the Davis wildfire found temporary housing in casino hotels
• Multiple facilities affected by severe weather conditions

The gaming industry remains dynamic, with ongoing developments in regulation, expansion, and security measures while facing various operational challenges.

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