Arizona
TCJOHNHUXLEY supplies Gila River Hotels & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, Arizona
Las Vegas-style gaming officially launched at Gila River Hotels & Casinos Wild Horse Pass in Arizona on Friday, August 6 featuring fourteen live Roulette, Baccarat and Craps Tables.
TCSJOHNHUXLEY is proud to have been chosen to supply this exciting new venue expansion with a range of cutting-edge live gaming equipment. At the Wild Horse Pass venue TCSJOHNHUXLEY installed new custom designed gaming tables which included, Craps, Baccarat and Roulette Gaming Tables as well as Ora Grande Winning Number Displays which provide players with instant winning results and game statistics that can be viewed from multiple angles right across the gaming floor.
Blaze LED table technology has been leading the way for some years with patented in-game animations and eye-catching graphics. The casino installed Blaze Roulette tables fitted with Saturn Glo Wheels which bring added security and visibility to the game floor. These latest products in the Blaze range feature high-definition graphics that enhance the player experience with stunning visuals as well as ensuring game results are clearly and easily seen by players, gaming, and surveillance staff.
Wild Horse Pass also unveiled a new, intimate High Limit Salon that includes six midi-baccarat tables, six high-limit blackjack tables and one high-limit roulette table.
Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc. (GRGE) made the addition of live table games to the Chandler property as a result of Arizona’s amended gaming compact that went into effect in May. Gila River’s two additional casinos, Lone Butte in Chandler and Vee Quiva in the West Valley, will debut live roulette, baccarat and craps table games in the coming weeks. TCSJOHNHUXLEY has supplied all three properties with live gaming equipment which will bring more exciting and diverse gaming options to guests in the region.
Richard Strafella, Chief Operations Officer, Gila River Hotels & Casinos comments, “The Saturn Glo Roulette Wheel from TCSJOHNHUXLEY has been received with great acceptance. Guests are enjoying how the wheel changes color and lets them know when they can and cannot make wagers. It is also a huge benefit to the surveillance team since the winning combinations light up on the layout once the ball identifies a winning number. When you want to drive the best, you drive a Rolls-Royce! When you want the best Roulette Wheel in the industry, you buy a TCSJOHNHUXLEY Wheel.They are the Rolls-Royce of Wheels and have been for many years!”
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The Arizona Department of Gaming (“ADG”) has taken action against an overseas gaming company in Curaçao that is allegedly operating illegal online gaming sites, Bovada.com and Bovada.lv (Bovada), accessible to Arizona residents. Following an investigation into the matter, the ADG sent a cease-and-desist letter to Harp Media B.V., which operates Bovada, on November 8, 2024.
The operation of Bovada in Arizona is alleged to be a felony criminal enterprise and Bovada has been directed to desist from any future illegal gambling operations or activities of any type in Arizona. Due to the unregulated and illegal online gaming offerings on Bovada, Harp Media B.V. is claimed to be in violation of Arizona gaming laws, including:
- Promotion of Gambling (Felony) — Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 13-3303.
- Illegal Control of an Enterprise (Felony) — Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 13-2312.
- Money Laundering (Felony) — Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 13-2317.
Harp Media B.V. has been directed to immediately cease all online (or other) gambling operations and activities in Arizona, and take the necessary steps to immediately prevent and exclude Arizona residents from gambling on their websites.
“We are actively monitoring the evolving landscape of online gaming and taking proactive steps like this helps us protect Arizona’s communities and economy from illegal activities,” said Jackie Johnson, Director of the ADG. “Our enforcement team is committed to preventing unauthorized operations from establishing a foothold here. Arizona will not be a safe haven for unlicensed or unlawful gaming, nor will we allow unlawful entities to compromise the integrity of gaming within our state.”
In light of these developments, the Arizona Department of Gaming urges residents to exercise caution with online gaming activities. Only legal, regulated operations provide important consumer protections not found in the illegal market, helping ensure a safer experience for participants. Certain online event wagering is legal in Arizona. A list of all licensed and regulated event wagering operators legally taking bets in Arizona can be found on the Department’s website at gaming.az.gov.
, the highly anticipated new slot machine from Aristocrat Gaming. As the follow-up to the immensely popular Dragon Link, Phoenix Link brings a fresh and electrifying gaming experience that can only be found at Gila River Resorts & Casinos’ properties – Wild Horse Pass, Santan Mountain, Lone Butte and Vee Quiva – making it a must-play for slot enthusiasts across the state. elevates the gaming experience with vibrant graphics, thrilling gameplay, and the iconic linked progressive jackpots that fans of Dragon Link know and love. Gila River Resorts & Casinos is the first and only operator in Arizona to offer this exciting new series, solidifying its reputation as the premier destination for cutting-edge gaming. has been a favorite among our players, and we’re thrilled to be the exclusive Arizona launch partner for the next evolution in linked slot games with Phoenix Link,” said Blake Katsnelson, chief operating officer at Gila River Resorts & Casinos. “This game takes everything players love about Dragon Link and infuses it with a bold new theme and innovative features, creating a one-of-a-kind experience on our casino floors.”, Gila River Resorts & Casinos hosted a grand unveiling event on Friday, Nov. 22 featuring a first-look experience, live showgirls and ribbon cutting ceremonies at all four Gila River casinos.
Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $732 million on sports in September of 2024, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. This represents an approximate 20% increase when compared to September of 2023.
The state collected approximately $3.96 million in privilege fees in the month. You can view the full September report on the ADG website: LINK.
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