• About Us
  • The Team
  • Advertise with Us

The latest news on the gaming industry in Asia

() () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () () ()
  • Home
  • Macau
  • Philippines
  • Singapore
  • Japan
  • Rest of Asia
  • World
  • Features
  • Industry Talk
  • Trends & Tech
  • follow
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • RSS Feed
    • LinkedIn

Nevada regulator to probe allegations against Steve Wynn

Jan 31, 2018 Newsdesk Latest News, Top of the deck, World  


Nevada regulator to probe allegations against Steve Wynn

The Nevada Gaming Control Board has launched a formal investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct made against the founder and chairman-cum-chief executive of casino operator Wynn Resorts Ltd, Steve Wynn (pictured).

“The Nevada Gaming Control Board will conduct its investigation in a thorough and judicious manner,” Becky Harris, chairwoman of the Nevada regulator, said in a Tuesday statement, quoted by several media outlets.

The Nevada Gaming Control Board’s decision to move ahead with a formal probe was made after a preliminary review of the accusations against Mr Wynn, Ms Harris added.

According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Mr Wynn could face a fine or ultimately a revocation of Wynn Resorts’ gaming licence if the Gaming Control Board were to find cause for discipline.

The announcement of the enquiry followed an article last week by the Wall Street Journal detailing allegations of sexual misconduct made against Mr Wynn by former Wynn Resorts employees. Mr Wynn has denied the allegations featured in the article.

Wynn Resorts – with gaming operations in Las Vegas, Nevada – is the parent company of Macau-based casino operator Wynn Macau Ltd. Mr Wynn is also chairman and chief executive of Wynn Macau Ltd.

The Macau regulator – the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau, a body also known by its Portuguese acronym DICJ – met on Monday with representatives from Wynn Macau Ltd “better to understand the situation” regarding the allegations against Mr Wynn.

“DICJ reiterates that the Macau government pays attention to the suitability of major shareholders, directors and key employees in high-level positions in the casino industry, and to the strict implementation of the relevant provisions in this field,” the body told GGRAsia following the meeting with the representatives from Wynn Macau Ltd.

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission announced on Friday it would independently investigate the allegations raised in the Wall Street Journal article. Wynn Resorts is developing a casino property in Boston, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. The Massachusetts regulator is scheduled to meet today (January 31) to discuss the matter.

Wynn Resorts also announced on Friday it would form a special committee consisting solely of independent directors to investigate the claims against Mr Wynn. It will be chaired by Patricia Mulroy, a member of the board’s corporate governance and compliance committees and a former member of the Nevada Gaming Commission.


  • tweet
Related articles
  • Moody’s expects MGM, Wynn to pursue large IR development 
    Moody’s expects MGM, Wynn to pursue...

    Apr 08, 2021  

  • Dore case to rejig Macau gaming structure: ex-govt advisor
    Dore case to rejig Macau gaming...

    Mar 30, 2021  

More news
  • Macau VIP GGR up 20pct sequentially in 1Q: govt
    Macau VIP GGR up 20pct...

    Apr 16, 2021  

  • NUSTAR complex in Cebu slated to open 2022: UHRI
    NUSTAR complex in Cebu slated to open...

    Apr 16, 2021  


Latest News

Macau VIP GGR up 20pct sequentially in 1Q: govt

Macau VIP GGR up 20pct sequentially in 1Q: govt

Apr 16, 2021  

Macau’s VIP gross gaming revenue (GGR) in the first quarter of 2021 reached nearly MOP9.13 billion (US$1.14 billion), up 19.7 percent sequentially, according to data released on Friday by the...
Read More
NUSTAR complex in Cebu slated to open 2022: UHRI

NUSTAR complex in Cebu slated to open 2022: UHRI

Apr 16, 2021  

Labour Day hols hotels to be 40-50pct full: Macau govt

Labour Day hols hotels to be 40-50pct full: Macau govt

Apr 16, 2021  

Macau may tie GBA backing to gaming tender: law experts

Macau may tie GBA backing to gaming tender: law experts

Apr 16, 2021  

Sign up to our FREE Newsletter

UB8V5.qr.16(Click here for more)

Pick of the Day


US$1.15 billion

Tax revenue collected by the Macau government from the city’s gaming industry in the first three months of 2021



Most Popular

  • Three Manila casinos say still shut despite eased lockdownThree Manila casinos say still shut despite eased lockdown April 13, 2021
  • Macau 2021 GGR could be half of pre- Covid-19 levels: FitchMacau 2021 GGR could be half of pre- Covid-19 levels: Fitch April 15, 2021
  • Macau 1Q VIP GGR bad at 20pct pre pandemic: JP MorganMacau 1Q VIP GGR bad at 20pct pre pandemic: JP Morgan April 14, 2021
  • Macau seeks mutual vaccine recognition with Guangdong: CEMacau seeks mutual vaccine recognition with Guangdong: CE April 13, 2021
  • Macau subsidised staycation for locals covers casino resortsMacau subsidised staycation for locals covers casino resorts April 14, 2021
Copyright 2014-2021 TEAM Publishing and Consultancy Ltd / All rights reserved
  • Code of Ethics
  • Privacy Policy
  • Useful Links
  • Contact Us