In the US, a class action lawsuit is accusing Encore Boston Harbor of cheating gamblers out of their winnings.

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The suit by New York resident Richard Schuster says the Everett casino is paying out less for certain winning hands at blackjack and rounding down payouts from slot machines. It was filed on Monday in Middlesex County Superior Court.

Wynn Resorts has responded by saying its operational procedures were approved by state gambling regulators and follow state regulations.The Massachusetts Gaming Commission says it is reviewing the suit.

The commission reported on Monday that the casino turned over nearly $17m in gambling revenue in its first week. In contrast, MGM Springfield reported about $20m and slots parlour Plainridge Park reported $13.5m in gambling revenues in all of June.