One dedicated gambler has wrapped his car in the design of his favorite slot machine. Amanda Michele posted the footage of her husband’s vehicle to social media, showing the Dragon Link content:
Someone really wrapped their car in their favorite slot machine design
She can be heard expressing her surprise at the color scheme, not appearing to be overly convinced by the new style.
The Aristocrat Leisure-created slot machine is very popular at land-based casinos across the US. People enjoy the Asian-themed action and exciting game mechanics.
The world was swept into turmoil on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement took some unexpected twists and turns.
retaliation is expected in the coming days
These new taxes hit most big countries, and retaliation is expected in the coming days. Global stock markets were in the red on Thursday morning, with the S&P 500 down 3.5% in pre-market trading.
Concerning times
Everyone from employees to business owners and government officials is now trying to determine whether these changes will impact their industry or operations.
Of the 2,500+ people who responded to a poll from Las Vegas Locally on what they thought this might mean for Sin City, 68% believe the tariffs will hurt the local economy:
— Las Vegas Locally (@LasVegasLocally) April 2, 2025
Only 18% believe tariffs will help Las Vegas, with the remaining 14% being unsure.
Knock-on impact
The general consensus is that the tariffs will hit the wallet of the general consumer as companies pass on much or all of the costs by increasing prices.
That will, in turn, lead to people having less money to spend on vacations, entertainment, and gambling. Of course, this would have a big knock-on effect on Las Vegas, which relies so heavily on these verticals.
share prices drop between 3.5% and nearly 5% overnight as investors react to the news
Major casino companies like Wynn Resorts, MGM Resorts, and Las Vegas Sands have seen their share prices drop between 3.5% and nearly 5% overnight as investors react to the news.
Wynn Resorts is celebrating 20 years of existence in Sin City with a big party. The Wynn Las Vegas opened in April 2005, followed by the Encore in December 2008.
a list that includes Apple MacBooks and video game consoles
As a thank you to the staff members who’ve been there since day one, Wynn is gifting them $10,000 worth of Wynn shares and allowing them to choose a gift from a list that includes Apple MacBooks and video game consoles:
Wynn Resorts surprised all of their “day one” Las Vegas employees tonight by giving each of them $10,000 worth of Wynn stock. They’re throwing a party to celebrate 20 years on the Strip. pic.twitter.com/1FDNIGEW6J
— Las Vegas Locally (@LasVegasLocally) April 3, 2025
As expected, social media had mixed reactions to the news. Some people praised Wynn Resorts for looking after its workers, remarking that most casino companies don’t give back in a similar fashion.
Then others questioned the size of the bonus and some wondered if it was $10,000 worth of Wynn Resorts stock before or after President Trump’s tariff announcement. The share price dropped 3.5% in pre-market trading following Wednesday’s ‘Liberation Day’ announcement.
Billionaire Tilman Fertitta has recently built up a large position in Wynn. He’s now the largest individual shareholder, controlling more than 10% of the company.
US President Donald Trump is in line to receive a $115m payment if Bally’s Corporation is successful with its bid to get one of three downstate New York casino licenses. The company is battling it out with almost a dozen other proposals as it tries to bring a resort to the Bronx on the site of a golf course that was previously run by The Trump Organization.
forked over $60m to the firm in 2023 to take over the operation of the golf course
Bally’s forked over $60m to the firm in 2023 to take over the operation of the golf course and remove the Trump name. The Associated Press has reported that part of the agreement states that Bally’s will give an additional $115m to Trump if its bid is successful.
Bally’s is up against stiff competition, such as Steve Cohen’s Citi Field plan and a Times Square casino backed by Jay-Z. It also received a credit downgrade over financing concerns last week as it builds Chicago’s first-ever casino.
Many lawmakers in New York are anti-Trump, which could also work against its efforts when it comes time for public officials to consider the proposals. The expectation is that the New York State Gaming Commission will decide on the recipients of the three licenses before the end of 2025.
A tribal casino in Minnesota is the latest gaming property to be hit by a cyberattack. Issues began arising at the Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel on Thursday, and the property’s operator realized it was the victim of a breach.
Early symptoms included non-working phones at the property and guests unable to alter online reservations. The attack also impacted the wider Lower Sioux Indian Community, which runs the casino.
On Monday night, the community’s council president, Robert Larsen, described in a social media post how hackers accessed certain systems. The casino is now employing experts to try to rectify the matter.
RansomHub, a group that has also been behind several similar attacks in recent times, claimed responsibility.
the property’s restaurants, table games, and bar remain up and running
The 1,200+ slot machines and phone lines at the Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel remain down, although the property’s restaurants, table games, and bar are still up and running. Bingo games are also not available until further notice.
The wider community, which encompasses about 145 families, is feeling the impact of the attack. The local educational bodies and health care center cannot receive calls and have to rely on alternate methods of communication.
While everyone knows that April Fool’s Day is filled with pranks and fake news, it’s easy to forget what day it is when scrolling on social media. That’s why so many people got caught out by hoaxes from Las Vegas casinos, sportsbooks, and influencers on Tuesday.
Popular X poster Las Vegas Locally convinced many people that city officials revealed a new outdoor air conditioning system that would span the entire Strip:
Las Vegas officials have announced plans to install a state-of-the-art outdoor air conditioning system along the entire length of the Strip.
“We believe comfort is key to fun and enjoyment. Plus, we’re adding misters with scented casino air,” said spokesperson Frida Chillnips pic.twitter.com/AtOdA3CUOO
— Las Vegas Locally (@LasVegasLocally) April 1, 2025
The Durango Casino & Resort told patrons that it was planning to construct a retractable glass dome that would be directly above its gaming floor to provide sunlight and fresh air to people, which would certainly cause issues during the summer when temperatures sometimes exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit:
LAS VEGAS, NV (April 1, 2025) – Durango Casino & Resort has officially announced Phase III of the casino’s expansion plans, Durango Dome, after the continuous praise from the local community for its natural light throughout the property. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/yFUrLZsDbs
— Durango Casino & Resort (@durangoresortlv) April 1, 2025
The Circa has one of the most popular sportsbooks in Las Vegas, so its social media post describing how it intended to turn it into a three-story movie theater stirred up some laughs among those who fell for the prank. It promised live odds throughout the movies and popcorn prop betting markets on the board:
Circa Movie Night starts tonight. We turned the world’s largest sportsbook into a three-story movie theater.
First up: Fools Rush In at 8PM. Popcorn props on the board No spread on the seats Live odds, even during the credits
The quest for Steve Cohen to rezone land for his planned $8bn casino beside the New York Mets’ Citi Field rumbles on.
his jurisdiction doesn’t contain Citi Field
Despite the project getting pushback from some lawmakers, Senator John Liu revealed that he plans to introduce a bill that would allow the area to be designated for commercial usage instead of its current parkland status. While his jurisdiction doesn’t contain Citi Field, part of the planned Metropolitan Park project would fall within his area.
Cohen, who is partnering with Hard Rock International, intends to give back to the local community in return for support. This includes $100m to improve infrastructure in the area over the course of a decade if his plan doesn’t get over the line.
If Cohen gets one of three highly coveted downstate casino licenses, his team will develop a skypark to try bring locals together. The clock is ticking, with the New York State Gaming Commission set to make its final decisions by the end of 2025.
via: amandamichele38/TT) pic.twitter.com/egLqJvmo5f
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(@LasVegasLocally) 
Circa Movie Night starts tonight.
Popcorn props on the board