Pandemic Causes Surge in Interest That Could Benefit US Venues Planning for Return of Visitors Casino operators are looking to sports betting to bring good luck as gaming venues reopen for business. There’s optimism flashing bright again in Las Vegas, evidenced by Vici Properties’ announcement this week that it agreed to acquire the Venetian Resort and Sands Expo and Convention Center for $4 billion. Bolstering the reason for the deal was an unforeseen outcome of the pandemic