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Sports
January 29, 2026
Leading Operators Consider Super Bowl Prediction Parlays
US gaming operators are weighing whether to launch new parlay-style products within the growing prediction markets segment. This development could reshape how fans engage with the Super Bowl. However, operators remain wary of potential regulatory scrutiny and must weigh whether the engagement boost is worth potential risks. Parlays Offer New Engagement Opportunities FanDuel Predicts and […]
Casino
January 29, 2026
Penn Adds Spa to Riverboat Replacement Casino in Illinois
American gaming giant Penn Entertainment announced that its new property in Illinois will include a state-of-the-art luxury spa. The facility will be operated by Drift Spa and will be the company’s second such location. Penn Set to Bring the Aurora Ashore For context, Penn Entertainment is currently hard at work building its Hollywood Aurora casino. […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Curaçao Court Sides with License Holder in Online Casino Winnings Dispute
On December 16, a Curaçao appeals court overturned a lower court decision that had held Gaming Services Provider (GSP), a former master licence holder, responsible for unpaid winnings from an online casino that operated with an expired sublicence. The conflict involved topbet.eu, a site that Orient Power Holdings managed between November 2015 and November 2017. […]
Legal
January 29, 2026
California Busts Illegal Casino, Arrests Two
The police in San Jose, California, have put a stop to an illegal gambling operation located inside a warehouse. The crackdown led to the arrests of two people and the recovery of unlicensed gaming equipment and other items. San Jose Snuffs Out Illegal Gambling Den The raid on the venue was the culmination of a […]
Business
January 29, 2026
Ontario iGaming Remained Strong in December with Record Revenue Per Player
Ontario iGaming has continued to grow, as shown by the latest market report. In 2025, the local online casino sector continued to experience double-digit growth in handle, highlighting the market’s strength. Ontario’s iGaming Sector Is Still Strong According to the most recent iGaming Ontario report, local operators handled CAD 9.5 billion ($7 billion) in wagers […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Virginia iGaming Bill Moves Forward After Player Safety Discussions
Lawmakers in Virginia have pushed ahead with Senate Bill 118 (SB118), which aims to legalize online casino gaming. The advance of the project legislation comes after changes were made to ensure better consumer safeguards and problem gambling protections. Senate Bill 118 Moves Forward This isn’t the first time a law for iGaming has been proposed […]
Business
January 29, 2026
Rank Group Bullish on “Bright Future” as It Publishes H1 2025/26 Report
The Rank Group has published its interim results for the six months ended December (H1), reporting a strong performance for the period, highlighted by increases in certain key metrics. The First Half of the Fiscal Year Was a Period of Strength On January 29, Rank Group published data about its H1 2025 performance, saying that […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Ohio Governor Regrets Signing Bill Legalizing Sports Betting in the State
When asked about mistakes he regrets from his 7-year tenure as Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine says approving the legislation that legalized sports gambling in the state ranks as his biggest regret. Governor DeWine Regrets Allowing Sports Betting DeWine signed a bill in December 2021 that legalized sports gambling across the state, with betting launching in […]
Casino
January 29, 2026
Reno Truck Driver Arrested over AI Misfire May Have a Case
A Reno truck driver who was arrested because a local cop refused to believe him over an automated AI-powered facial recognition software may finally get justice as the policeman has admitted mea culpa in court. AI on the Fritz, Police and City on the Hook Richard Jager, the policeman who doubled down against the truck […]
Business
January 29, 2026
Ontario iGaming Remained Strong in December with Record Revenue Per Player
Ontario iGaming has continued to grow, as shown by the latest market report. In 2025, the local online casino sector continued to experience double-digit growth in handle, highlighting the market’s strength. Ontario’s iGaming Sector Is Still Strong According to the most recent iGaming Ontario report, local operators handled CAD 9.5 billion ($7 billion) in wagers […]
Business
January 29, 2026
Rank Group Bullish on “Bright Future” as It Publishes H1 2025/26 Report
The Rank Group has published its interim results for the six months ended December (H1), reporting a strong performance for the period, highlighted by increases in certain key metrics. The First Half of the Fiscal Year Was a Period of Strength On January 29, Rank Group published data about its H1 2025 performance, saying that […]
Business
January 22, 2026
The Pools Adds Compliance Expert Caroline Newman as Director of Regulatory Compliance
The Pools, one of the forerunners in UK pool betting, has added an industry heavyweight as its new director of regulatory compliance. The one up to the task was Caroline Newman, an experienced individual with a robust track record in regulatory matters. The Pools Welcomes a Compliance Savant to Its Team According to the announcement, […]
Business
January 27, 2026
Evoke Posts Q4 2025 Results, Continues Strategic Review
International gaming giant evoke has published its financial report for the final quarter of 2025 (Q4), reporting stable casino performance that was partially offset by weaker betting results. The company also confirmed that it is still evaluating a range of options to maximize shareholder value. The Company’s Fourth-Quarter Performance Was Strong In its report, evoke, […]
Business
January 21, 2026
MGM Goes Green in Vegas with 100% Solar-Powered Daytime Electricity
MGM Resorts International was pleased to report having reached what it called a “significant milestone” in its renewable energy strategy. According to the international casino and hospitality giant, its Las Vegas Strip casinos are now 100% powered by solar energy, at least during daytime. MGM Secures Extra Solar Energy to Minimize Its Carbon Footprint In […]
Business
January 23, 2026
Clark County Filings Reveal Details About Bally’s Las Vegas Plans
Bally’s Corporation has revealed details about its plans for a previously announced mixed-use project adjacent to the Athletics Las Vegas ballpark. The construction of this ambitious project will require multiple permits, take several years to complete, and have a price tag north of a billion dollars. Bally’s Reveals Ambitious Plans for Las Vegas Bally’s multi-use […]
Business
January 20, 2026
Robinhood Enhances Offering with Multi-Leg Contracts
Robinhood, one of the forerunners in the prediction markets space, has unveiled new parlay-style prediction products, allowing users to take their engagement further. The addition of these multi-leg contracts comes as the NFL continues to gain momentum. Robinhood Invites Players to Make Combo Contracts In its announcement, Robinhood invited players to start their picks with […]
Business
January 22, 2026
Super Group Preliminary 2025 Report Exudes Confidence, as Company Announces Dividend
Super Group Limited, a leading gaming group and parent company of top gaming brands, has published its preliminary report for 2025, reporting what it called “another year of robust growth.” Thanks to its favorable performance, the company unveiled a special cash dividend. Weaker Betting Was Offset by Strong Casino Performance Super Group, which operates the […]
Business
January 20, 2026
Allwyn Completes $1.53B PrizePicks Deal
Allwyn has taken another decisive step in its push to expand its global reach after acquiring a majority share in daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks. The deal gives the lottery giant a 62.3% holding in one of North America’s fastest-growing sports entertainment brands, marking a significant expansion of Allwyn’s footprint in the United States. PrizePicks […]
Legal
January 29, 2026
California Busts Illegal Casino, Arrests Two
The police in San Jose, California, have put a stop to an illegal gambling operation located inside a warehouse. The crackdown led to the arrests of two people and the recovery of unlicensed gaming equipment and other items. San Jose Snuffs Out Illegal Gambling Den The raid on the venue was the culmination of a […]
Legal
January 28, 2026
Former Prosecutor Sentenced in Peppermill Casino Lewdness Case
Former Nevada prosecutor Kenneth Ching, who last year was caught engaging in sexual behavior with an unnamed woman at the Peppermill Casino in Reno, Nevada, has received a suspended jail sentence. Judge Hands Down Ching a Suspended Jail Sentence Ching was discovered with an unidentified woman at the Peppermill Casino in the early morning hours of […]
Legal
January 27, 2026
Minnesota Court Rules in Favor of Dealer-Assist Games at Running Aces Racino
A Minnesota Supreme Court has affirmed an earlier ruling, allowing the Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack to offer dealer-assist table games, despite earlier complaints by tribal authorities. Local Tribe Was Displeased with Dealer-Assist Games Three years ago, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community filed a lawsuit against Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack, asserting that its dealer-assisted […]
Legal
January 28, 2026
Court Dismisses Mega Millions Jackpot Co-Winner’s Claims for the Full $394M
Faramarz Lahijani, who in 2023 scored half of a $394 million jackpot from Mega Millions, has been in a court battle ever since, claiming he bought two winning tickets but lost one, entitling him to the full amount, and not just the $197.5 million he got. However, Judge Rolf M. Treu from the Los Angeles Superior […]
Legal
January 27, 2026
Las Vegas May Remove a Living Person from the Black Book
Las Vegas may be on the verge of breaking one of its strictest traditions: people who enter its Black Book will remain there for life. The Nevada Gaming Commission faces a challenge to this assumption as it may grant a hearing that could ultimately remove an 80-year-old man from the state’s List of Excluded Persons. […]
Legal
January 28, 2026
Churchill Downs Strikes Back Against Maine’s Tribal iGaming
Maine’s decision to grant local tribes exclusive rights to offer online casino gaming does not sit well with Churchill Downs, judging from the operator’s decision to challenge the law in court. The company argued that online gaming would undermine brick-and-mortar casinos, such as its Oxford Casino, which have been major contributors to the local economy. […]
Legal
January 27, 2026
Drug Lord Allegedly Had Man Doused with Acid for Stealing, Gambling $164K
Ten people are currently on trial after a man was doused in acid at his own home, which resulted in his death, allegedly for not paying back a drug lord. Before succumbing to his injuries, 38-year-old Danny Cahalane revealed that he owed GBP 120,000 ($164,051) to a Dubai Crime boss known as “Frost”. Frost’s real […]
Legal
January 28, 2026
Austria Refuses to Categorize Loot Boxes as Gambling
A few weeks after Poland proposed categorizing video game loot boxes as gambling, Austria’s Supreme Court rejected a player’s attempt to recuperate their losses, saying that such products do not constitute gambling. Loot Boxes Still in the Spotlight Loot boxes have been one of the hot topics of the video gaming and gambling industries for […]
Legal
January 26, 2026
Tony Bloom Stands His Ground in High-Stakes Betting Dispute
UK billionaire gambler and Brighton & Hove Albion owner Tony Bloom has denied allegations that he owes his former business partner millions of pounds in relation to a betting syndicate that both men were part of. This evolving case has exposed the hidden methods used in high-stakes sports gambling as pro players seek to gain […]
Sports
January 29, 2026
Leading Operators Consider Super Bowl Prediction Parlays
US gaming operators are weighing whether to launch new parlay-style products within the growing prediction markets segment. This development could reshape how fans engage with the Super Bowl. However, operators remain wary of potential regulatory scrutiny and must weigh whether the engagement boost is worth potential risks. Parlays Offer New Engagement Opportunities FanDuel Predicts and […]
Sports
January 29, 2026
Polymarket Maduro Bet Raises Insider Trading Concerns
A recent wager on Polymarket tied to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has stirred serious concern in US political and legal circles. The controversy reached a wider audience this week when the Coalition for Prediction Markets, which includes big prediction market operators like Kalshi, Coinbase, and Robinhood, ran a full‑page ad supporting a ban on insider […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
AGA Sees OpenBet, Sportradar Quit Possibly over Prediction Markets
The American Gaming Association (AGA) finds itself in a rough spot. On the one hand, the trade group has always maintained, critically with the key of its members, that the interests of the gambling industry in the United States are well aligned with economic, societal, and political goals. AGA Sheds Two More Members as Prediction […]
Sports
January 29, 2026
Webull Drops Fees for Super Bowl Betting Markets
Webull has grown its event-based trading options by cutting brokerage fees on prediction contracts linked to the Super Bowl. This change happens as the online investing platform keeps expanding in regulated betting markets through its team-up with Kalshi, an exchange approved by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Webull Brings Market-Style Trading to Sports Through this […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
PrizePicks Launches Prediction Markets in California
PrizePicks has launched a new prediction market offer in the state of California, with the company looking to scale up its presence in this prominent space, which has attracted interest from giants such as DAZN, MLS, and even the President of the United States. PrizePicks Goes Ahead with Prediction Market in California As sports gambling […]
Sports
January 28, 2026
FBI Investigating More NBA Games
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is supposedly looking into more games and more NBA players, in the wake of two major investigations that implicated league aces Jontary Porter and Terry Rozier in match-fixing schemes. Porter has since been banned from the NBA game for life, and efforts to play overseas have been somewhat hindered. […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
Polymarket Teams up With Major League Soccer in Latest Groundbreaking Deal
In the latest expectation-defying move, Polymarket, one of the world’s largest prediction market platforms and a recent arrival to the United States, has become the official partner of Major League Soccer. MLS Brings Polymarket On Board to Tap into Fan Sentiment In the same move, the company has also become an official partner for the […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
Circa Sports Becomes the Kansas City Royals’ New Partner
Circa Sports, a Las Vegas-based sports betting company, has penned a new partnership with the Kansas City Royals, a Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise. The agreement will see the two parties join forces to unleash a plethora of engaging experiences for fans of the MLB team. A Royal Partnership According to the announcement, the partnership […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
Colorado Bettors Back Broncos as Super Bowl LX Odds Take Shape
NFL playoff season sparked a betting frenzy across Colorado, with many fans showing unwavering support for the Denver Broncos despite slim chances and challenging opponents. In Black Hawk casinos, fans placed bets on their home team ranging from small amounts to hefty sums, showing hope that often goes beyond the numbers. $25K Broncos Bet Highlights […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Virginia iGaming Bill Moves Forward After Player Safety Discussions
Lawmakers in Virginia have pushed ahead with Senate Bill 118 (SB118), which aims to legalize online casino gaming. The advance of the project legislation comes after changes were made to ensure better consumer safeguards and problem gambling protections. Senate Bill 118 Moves Forward This isn’t the first time a law for iGaming has been proposed […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Ohio Governor Regrets Signing Bill Legalizing Sports Betting in the State
When asked about mistakes he regrets from his 7-year tenure as Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine says approving the legislation that legalized sports gambling in the state ranks as his biggest regret. Governor DeWine Regrets Allowing Sports Betting DeWine signed a bill in December 2021 that legalized sports gambling across the state, with betting launching in […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Push New Rules and Taxes for Fantasy Sports Industry
Virginia lawmakers are taking steps to change how daily fantasy sports companies do business in the state. Delegate Paul Krizek introduced House Bill 145, which just passed its first test. A House subcommittee voted to send the bill to the Appropriations Committee, with all members in favor. Virginia Lawmakers Target Fantasy Sports With New Taxes […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Curaçao Court Sides with License Holder in Online Casino Winnings Dispute
On December 16, a Curaçao appeals court overturned a lower court decision that had held Gaming Services Provider (GSP), a former master licence holder, responsible for unpaid winnings from an online casino that operated with an expired sublicence. The conflict involved topbet.eu, a site that Orient Power Holdings managed between November 2015 and November 2017. […]
Industry
January 28, 2026
Russia Accused of Siphoning Money from Occupied Ukrainian Territories via Online Gambling
Russia is increasingly using gambling as a source of revenue in the occupied Ukrainian territories, according to new claims by the National Resistance Center (NRC). The authority claims that online casinos are part of a broader system to drain the occupied territories of money and funnel it back to Moscow. The rest of Ukraine also […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
China Executes 11 People Linked to Multi-Billion Scam
The Chinese government has moved forward with the execution of 11 people who a local court in Zhejiang province found guilty of participating in various criminal activities, including but not limited to online scams and gambling. Among those executed were Ming Guoping and Ming Zhenzhen, the alleged ring leaders, and other high-ranking group members, such […]
Industry
January 28, 2026
Entain Withdraws Long-Standing Cheltenham Festival Sponsorships Due to Tax Hurdles
Britain’s recent gaming tax changes continue to rock the gambling sector, forcing companies to adapt in a variety of ways, including dropping some of their partnership agreements. One of the most recent developments saw Entain withdraw its Coral brand’s sponsorship of The Coral Cup, a part of the Cheltenham Festival. The Tax and Statutory Levy […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Las Vegas Sands’ Q4 Was Underpinned by Strong Performance in Asia
International casino and hospitality giant Las Vegas Sands (LVS) has published its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025 (Q4), reporting a significant increase in revenue. According to the release, the strong results were underpinned by the company’s continued favorable performance in Singapore. Q4 Was a Strong Quarter for the Business In its quarterly […]
Industry
January 28, 2026
Victoria Upholds Penalty Against OkeBet Due to Self-Exclusion & Marketing Failures
The Australian state of Victoria has upheld a fine against online sportsbook OkeBet for inducing excluded players to gamble. Officials highlighted the importance of self-exclusion and protecting at-risk players from harm. VCAT Upholds Earlier VGCCC Decision In its latest release, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) said that its earlier decision that OkeBet […]
Slots
January 15, 2026
Play’n GO Introduces Legacy of Undead Dragon Abyssways
Play’n GO is already back in full swing in 2026, with the company introducing the Legacy of Undead Dragon Abyssways title, which will offer you plenty to do in a fantasy setting haunted by evil sorcery and an eerie, ghastly dragon. The game’s release is an opportunity for Play’n GO to demonstrate the Abyssways mechanic, […]
Slots
January 13, 2026
Relax Gaming Dazzles Fans with Bill & Coin 2 Dream Drop
Relax Gaming, a leading online casino content provider and aggregator, announced the launch of the latest slot in the Bill & Coin series. The latest addition to the ongoing narrative is called Bill & Coin 2 Dream Drop and will see the titular characters face off against their old nemesis. Bill & Coin 2 Dream […]
Slots
December 22, 2025
Guest Hits $1.3M Dragon Link Jackpot at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
As the year is drawing to a close, there is no stopping the spin of reels at land-based casinos around Florida and the United States. One feel-good jackpot story occurred last week when, on Wednesday, December 17, a lucky guest scooped up $1.3 million payday from a Dragon Link slot machine at the Seminole Casino […]
Slots
January 8, 2026
Play’n GO Takes Gamblers Underground in Mole Digger
Play’n GO has unleashed yet another cutting-edge title, expanding its portfolio of state-of-the-art games. The latest addition to the company’s lineup of hits is called Mole Digger, and as the title suggests, it will take players underground on a treasure-hunting journey. Mole Digger Metrics Venture into the Underground In Play’n GO’s latest game, players will […]
Slots
December 16, 2025
Play’n GO’s Comical Piggy Heist Slot Hits Casino Libraries
Welcome to the world of Piggy Heist Play’n GO’s latest online slot, designed with plenty of charm and out-of-the-box thinking. In the game, players take on the roles of a motley crew of experienced piglets who just so happen to be hardened bank robbers. Got a vault you want to break into? This could […]
Slots
January 6, 2026
Praise the Sun in Evoplay’s Sunstone Riches
Evoplay, a leading supplier of iGaming content, has added yet another gaming title to its lineup of hits. The company’s new title is called Sunstone Riches and invites players on a journey to uncovering the secrets of the Aztecs. Sunstone Riches Metrics The Gods Favor the Bold Sunstone Riches takes players to the heart of […]
Slots
December 15, 2025
Hot Deco Super Pot Joins Amusnet’s Growing List of Games
Amusnet is back with a brand-new game, bringing you the minimalistic style of Art Deco and wrapping it up in a neat, timeless package. From impactful game features kept strictly within the minimalist styling of the game to 27 payline slot to unleash wins across, you have every reason to try Hot Deco Super Pot […]
Slots
January 5, 2026
Pragmatic Play Launches Joker’s Jewels Hold & Spin as Its First Game for 2026
Pragmatic Play, a leading supplier of iGaming content, has released a new slots game called Joker’s Jewels Hold & Spin. The new title boasts a retro theme and will reintroduce players to a character long-time Pragmatic Play fans would be familiar with. Joker’s Jewels Hold & Spin Metrics The Iconic Joker Returns Joker’s Jewels Hold […]
Slots
December 15, 2025
Pragmatic Play Returns to the Realm of the Gods in Fortune of Olympus
Pragmatic Play has released a new game that will see players embark on another journey to the mountaintops of Ancient Greece as they pursue the Fortune of Olympus. The new title reintroduces players to Zeus as he leads the way to incredible treasures. Fortune of Olympus Metrics Another Electrifying Adventure Pragmatic Play has invited players […]
Blockchain
January 29, 2026
1win Unveils Dual-Chain Token With Buyback and Burn Model
1win, the iGaming company with thousands of global employees that has turned into one of the industry leaders in just eight years since its founding, is getting ready to roll out its own crypto asset, called 1win Token. The Bigger the Platform, the Bigger the Revenue The announcement comes in the context of the company’s […]
Blockchain
January 28, 2026
Crypto Casino Bspin Launches Poker as It Prepares for Sportsbook Rollout
Bspin, an acclaimed crypto casino and gaming platform, has expanded its reach by adding to its time-tested blockchain infrastructure with a poker platform. The operator is applying the core features of its online casino, including fast gameplay, instant withdrawals, and unrestricted access, to the green felt. Bspin Elevates Casino Experience with Dedicated Poker Platform Known […]
Blockchain
November 6, 2025
$294K Gambled Away by Fraudulent Crypto Trader Using Investor Funds
A 30-year-old crypto trader in Belarus has allegedly been using the funds of investors to gamble. The amount of investor money he has allegedly lost to gambling is over 1 million Belarusian rubles ($293,387). The police believe he has been presenting himself as a crypto expert and had been using telegram to lure in numerous […]
Blockchain
December 15, 2025
Whale.io releases $WHALE NFT Collection on Solana
Whale.io is maintaining its release schedule for the proprietary token, building into the Token Generation event, with the announcement of the $WHALE NFT collection rolling out on Solana. The $WHALE NFTs are fully tradable digital cards and add a new layer of engagement for players who are part of the Whale.io ecosystem, or seek to […]
Blockchain
October 31, 2025
AUSTRAC Penalizes Cryptolink for AML/CTF Failings
The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) announced that it has penalized crypto payments firm Cryptolink over certain anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing shortcomings. In addition to that, Cryptolink was required to onboard a third-party auditor to ensure its compliance. The Penalty Seeks Assurance That Cryptolink Will Raise Its Standards In its official announcement, […]
Blockchain
November 13, 2025
Super Group Enters the Digital Currency Sector with ZAR Supercoin
Super Group, the company behind Betway and Spin, announced the launch of a new stablecoin called ZAR Supercoin. The new digital currency has been developed primarily for use in African markets, the company said. Super Group Launches an Africa-Oriented Stablecoin According to Super Group’s official announcement, ZAR Supercoin is a stable digital currency that has […]
Blockchain
October 17, 2025
Kraken Boosts US Presence by Buying Small Exchange for $100M
Crypto trading platform Kraken has beefed up its US derivatives standing by shelling out $100 million to buy Small Exchange, a Chicago-based Designated Contract Market (DCM) under the watchful eye of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This purchase from London’s IG Group is a big move in Kraken’s plan to set up a regulated […]
Blockchain
November 6, 2025
Gemini Eyes Prediction Markets Amid Rising Competition
NASDAQ-listed Gemini Space Station, the crypto exchange run by billionaire twins Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, is looking to enter prediction markets, joining the wave of companies looking to take advantage of bets on elections, sports, and other real-world events. Upcoming Derivatives Exchange from Gemini The company has filed with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) […]
Blockchain
October 13, 2025
Whale.io Launches Battlepass Season 3, with $77K in Crypto Casino Rewards Awaiting
The popular crypto casino and sportsbook, Whale.io, has introduced its Battlepass Season 3. The company is a true pioneer, offering a purchasable Battlepass and adding gamification features that are akin to traditional gaming to its time-tested portfolio and platform. Thousands Worth of Bonuses Over 90 Days! Anyone who buys the Battlepass would have access to […]
Insider
January 13, 2026
Games Valley’s Ariel Reem: “Simply Offering Games is No Longer Enough”
In December, aggregation platform Games Valley appointed experienced iGaming executive Ariel Reem as its new CEO. A few months into the job, Reem spoke exclusively with Gambling News about the changing role of aggregators, Brazil’s first year as a regulated market, and the challenges facing operators in 2026. Q: You were recently appointed CEO of […]
Insider
December 17, 2025
Meta Profits off of China’s Fraudulent Advertisements by Turning a Blind Eye
Meta had to come to terms with the fact that through advertisements on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, China-based bad actors were defrauding their users. Chinese companies are only allowed to advertise abroad; they cannot do it in China. Because of this, Meta has been able to make huge profits off their Chinese users, and thanks […]
Insider
May 15, 2025
Joshua Gamble: “Cross-sell is dead. What next?”
For as long as I can remember, cross-selling has been a fundamental part of how operators market to players. There have been different approaches through the years, but perhaps the most common was simple: acquire a user with an eye-catching sports betting offer, and roll in some free spins to the promotion in the hope […]
Insider
August 25, 2025
18Peaches’ Aziz A: We’ll see a shift towards fewer, high-quality slot releases
The studio’s focus on connecting with players via intuitive design and storytelling-led gameplay marks a shift away from classic content churn. In an exclusive interview with Gambling News, we sat down with 18Peaches Chief Product Officer Aziz A to discuss why they believe quantity is no match for carefully crafted experiences. Q: Where do you […]
Insider
April 28, 2025
Toni Karapetrov: “Africa continues to stand out as a region with strong long-term potential”
In this exclusive interview for GablingNews with Toni Karapetrov, Habanero’s Head of Corporate Communications, we dive deep into the exciting future of the gambling industry in Africa. As the sector evolves, Karapetrov sheds light on how emerging technologies and responsible gaming initiatives will shape the landscape. With a passion for innovation, Karapetrov shares his perspective […]
Insider
August 19, 2025
Angels or VCs: who should you bet on for your iGaming start-up?
It’s a decision that can define your company’s trajectory, and I’ve seen it play out countless times. Here’s how it goes A young iGaming start-up is gaining traction. It’s backed by a smart team with a clear vision, and investors are circling. Usually, start-ups are simply relieved to secure funding, whatever the source. But where […]
Insider
April 24, 2025
Doc’s Sports Expert Raphael Esparza Discusses the Growth of March Madness & Women’s Leagues
GamblingNews was recently joined by Raphael Esparza, a respected sports handicapper representing sports picks leader Doc’s Sports, to discuss the rapid growth of sports betting and the recent rise of betting on women’s sports. Unpredictability Is Critical to the Success of March Madness Raphael, who’s worked with Doc’s Sports for over two decades, has “done […]
Insider
June 24, 2025
UK White Labels Are Under Scrutiny, But They Play an Important Role
The recent exit of TGP Europe from the UK gambling market has cast a fresh spotlight on the white-label licensing model, and it is not particularly flattering. Following a £3.3 million penalty issued by the Gambling Commission for failures across anti-money laundering and due diligence, TGP chose to give up its licence rather than make […]
Insider
April 15, 2025
Andy Clerkson: “It’s a crime that sportsbooks generally look the same as they did 10 years ago.”
The Unit has announced the appointment of Andy Clerkson as its new chairman, marking a strategic step in the company’s rapid global expansion. Clerkson, a seasoned executive with leadership experience at SportCaller and Low6, is stepping into a more hands-on role to guide The Unit through scaling sustainably across new and emerging markets. In this […]
Poker
January 22, 2026
Ignition Clarifies: Viral Bot Farm Video Is From 2022
Poker pro Martin Zamani shared a controversial video over the weekend that once again sparked concern regarding the use of bots in online poker. The short clip appeared to show a “massive bot farm” on Ignition and Bovada, with multiple rooms full of computers running tables through VPNs, but no actual players present. “They’ve Known […]
Poker
January 22, 2026
Toronto Police Arrest and Charge Poker Pro Following Reports of Sexual Assault
Toronto police have arrested the professional poker player, 39-year-old D.K. for having allegedly sexually assaulted someone during an event. D.K. met the alleged victim for the first time in Toronto at an event he himself hosted. Allegedly, the victim was assaulted at some point during the event. On January 15, police received reports of sexual […]
Poker
December 15, 2025
ACR Poker’s Mini Online Super Series Offers $2.5m in Guarantees
ACR Poker has announced the Mini Online Super Series (MOSS) will run from December 17 to 28, offering buy-ins from $0 to $109 and a total of $2.5 million in guaranteed prizes, “proof that small stakes can still produce big dreams.” Full Month of Surprises The series is part of Player Appreciation Month, which means […]
Poker
January 20, 2026
88YO Senior Citizen Sweeps Poker Tournament at Beau Rivage – Ends 14th
When the 88-year-old woman walked into the Beau Rivage to sign up for the local poker tournament, eyebrows were raised. This was going to be Linda Hammons’s first real tournament she played in-person, but before she could sit down at the green felt, she had a few skeptics to convince. Great Grandmother Makes It in […]
Poker
December 15, 2025
US Gambling Tax Change Leads Erik Seidel to Consider Cutting Back on Poker
A big shift in US gambling tax laws has an impact on the poker world, with Hall of Famer Erik Seidel hinting it might force him to cut down his career a lot. The long-time professional, known as one of the best players ever, says the new rule could make playing tournaments full-time too costly […]
Poker
January 12, 2026
Australian Poker Pro Falls to Temptation, Ends up Cheating
One of the biggest names in Australian poker, Chris Skinner, was caught on camera cheating as he was participating in a small tournament on New Year’s, called Poker With Fred. Skinner Falls from Poker Grace over What Appears Petty Cheating The event required an AUD $125 buy-in or about $85, and it was recorded on […]
Poker
December 9, 2025
Green Valley Ranch to Reopen Renovated Poker Room
Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa and Casino is set to reopen its poker room in a few days. The reopening comes in the wake of extensive refurbishment that will completely change how fans experience the room. Casino officials said that they will mark the occasion with exclusive promotions. The New Room Will Offer a Variety […]
Poker
January 2, 2026
Supreme Court Lawyer Says He Lost Up to $15m from Poker
A whitecollar professional, and a Supreme Court lawyer of all things, should have a theoretical edge at the green felt, but that is not what always happened in the case of Tom Goldstein. The former Supreme Court lawyer has paid dearly for his poker proclivity after, last January, he was indicted on charges of tax […]
Poker
December 4, 2025
Crackdown on Illegal Gambling Leads to Arrests in Thailand and Prison Sentence in Singapore
In the Koh Phangan District, Tourist Police Division 5 apprehended 10 foreigners who had been playing an illegal game of poker. To those who lived nearby, the place had come to be called Golden Moon. The group had gathered at a house that one of them had been renting. The alleged organizer of the gathering […]
Casino
January 29, 2026
Penn Adds Spa to Riverboat Replacement Casino in Illinois
American gaming giant Penn Entertainment announced that its new property in Illinois will include a state-of-the-art luxury spa. The facility will be operated by Drift Spa and will be the company’s second such location. Penn Set to Bring the Aurora Ashore For context, Penn Entertainment is currently hard at work building its Hollywood Aurora casino. […]
Casino
January 29, 2026
Reno Truck Driver Arrested over AI Misfire May Have a Case
A Reno truck driver who was arrested because a local cop refused to believe him over an automated AI-powered facial recognition software may finally get justice as the policeman has admitted mea culpa in court. AI on the Fritz, Police and City on the Hook Richard Jager, the policeman who doubled down against the truck […]
Casino
January 28, 2026
DOJ Probes Wynn Over Alleged Liquor Kickback Scheme
Wynn Resorts is once again under the microscope, this time over a federal investigation tied to the way liquor contracts may have been handled at its Las Vegas properties. The probe, led by the US Department of Justice (DOJ), is still in its early stages with no charges filed yet. Nonetheless, as expected, the allegations […]
Casino
January 29, 2026
Russian Orthodox Top Brass Says Putin Shouldn’t Legalize Online Gambling
The Russian Orthodox Church has a patchy record, and that is putting it mildly. Yet, the church took the expected position ofthe moral high ground in criticizing a minister who recently pitched a legislation seeking to legalize online gambling in occupied Ukrainian territories, and Russia specifically. Tis Not Not Holy Finance Minister Anton Siluanov recently […]
Casino
January 28, 2026
Skill Games Sector Blames PA Brick-and-Mortar Slump on iGaming
Gambling facilities in Pennsylvania are losing more customers and failing to turn churn into bigger numbers, all of which, argues a skill games industry insider, can be traced back to the iGaming sector. Pace-O-Matic Sees Issue with Physical Casinos’ Decline in iGaming Pennsylvania has long taken a dim view of skill games, with the state […]
Casino
January 29, 2026
Pennsylvania’s Electronic-Table Only Casino Announces New Game-Tables with Live Dealers
Soon, Parx Casino Shippensburg will no longer be the only Pennsylvania casino operating without live table dealers. With the conclusion of regulatory tests, the casino has announced that it is ready to launch live dealer-run tables. This follows a sluggish 2025 for table game profits, with Parx Shippensburg recording the lowest performance statewide. The Pennsylvania […]
Casino
January 28, 2026
Catawba Two Kings Casino’s First Phase Close to Opening in North Carolina
The Catawba Indian Nation is getting ready to open the first part of its big casino project in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, in late winter 2026. The tribe’s leaders said the ground floor of the main casino building should start running in February or March. Catawba Two Kings Resort Begins Transition from Temporary to Full […]
Casino
January 28, 2026
“Historic Jackpot Win”: ATG Casino Pays EUR 1.4M to Lucky Swede
The online casino operated by AB Trav och Galopp (ATG), ATG Casino, has announced an important milestone, as it paid off the largest prize in its history. A particularly lucky player from Solna, Sweden, was the one to secure more than EUR 1.4 million ($1.67 million) after hitting EveryMatrix’s JackpotEngine jackpot on the popular Starburst […]
Casino
January 28, 2026
Ex-NBA Star Seen in Vegas after Recent DUI, Refuses to Talk About It
Only a week after his DUI arrest, the 46-year-old Lamar Odom, a former NBA star, returned to Vegas. This Saturday, he was promoting and endorsing his new drink, “Odom 7,” at the C3 Lounge. The restaurant is located on South Decatur Boulevard near West Sahara Avenue. Odom told this to the Las Vegas Review-Journal: “I’m […]
Lottery
January 28, 2026
Analysts See iLottery as an Emerging Powerhouse in US Gaming
Analysts are increasingly confident that iLottery could become one of the US gaming market’s most successful verticals as it benefits from a rare combination of consumer familiarity, political palatability, and untapped digital potential. Online lottery offerings are also able to scale without provoking the same level of controversy as newer betting products. iLottery Has Substantial […]
Lottery
January 28, 2026
Tuesday Mega Millions Drawing Goes by, Six Players Win 5-Figure Sums
Just like Powerball, Mega Millions seems to be experiencing the occasional lull that usually comes after a big prize has been won. As a result, the Tuesday drawing crowned no big winner, although a few lucky players scooped up five-figure sums. The Jackpot Remained Unclaimed and Continued to Grow The most recent Mega Millions saw […]
Lottery
January 26, 2026
Canadian Woman Chooses $730 a Week Instead of Lump Sum of $730K
A Canadian woman’s lottery prize choice to get weekly payments instead of a lump sum has people debating whether or not it was the right choice. Just before Christmas 2025, Maria Caroli was given a scratch-off lottery ticket as a gift by her partner, and it turned out to be the grand prize winner. Caroli […]
Lottery
January 28, 2026
New Jersey Player Scoops $12.3M from Pick 6 Jackpot Game
A lottery player from Ocean County, New Jersey, has beaten some long odds to win the $12.3-milion jackpot from the Pick 6 game last Saturday. The ticket was sold in the nick of time before a major winter storm that descended on the Garden State, with the winner grabbing the ticket at ShopRite #619, 501 […]
Lottery
January 23, 2026
Michigan Woman Wins $6M, Vows to Change Others’ Lives
A woman from Michigan has won a staggering $6 million from the Michigan Lottery. While such a sum is usually life-changing, the woman said that she doesn’t have a plan for any big changes in her life other than using the money to help others. The Woman Won $6M from an Instant Game According to […]
Lottery
January 27, 2026
Michigan Lottery Winner Plans Voyage After Winning $2M from Scratch-off Ticket
A lucky Michigan Lottery player has won $2 million from one of the lottery’s scratch-off games. This came just a few months after the lottery announced that a separate player had won $6 million from another game. The Man Plans to Travel a Bit In its official announcement, the Michigan Lottery announced that a player […]
Lottery
January 22, 2026
$1.82B Powerball Jackpot Winner Emerges, Dispelling Lost Ticket Rumors
The mysterious winner of the $1.82 billion Powerball jackpot has finally come forward to claim their life-changing prize. The winner seemed in no rush to take their money, which had sparked a variety of rumors about his identity and whether the winning ticket had been lost. Arkansas Player Won One of the Biggest Jackpots in […]
Lottery
January 27, 2026
Powerball Player Wins $209.3M Jackpot, Monday Drawing Goes Without Big Win
A lucky player in North Carolina has won Powerball’s latest jackpot around the same time the mysterious winner of the game’s earlier top prize came forward to claim their money. The jackpot has since been reset and has so far survived two drawings. The Jackpot Landed in NC for the Sixth Time A few days […]
Lottery
January 22, 2026
Chicago-area Man Wins $1M from Illinois Lottery
A man who resides in the Chicago area has become the latest person to pose with the outsized check for the customary photo-op at the Illinois Lottery’s headquarters after winning $1 million and 1 dollar from the iLottery. iLottery Ticket Purchase Leads to the Payout of a Lifetime While the winner preferred to remain anonymous […]
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FAQ
What is gambling?
Gambling is the practice of risking money on the outcome of a game such as roulette, slot game, blackjack, or a sport bet in the hopes of winning more money. Gambling carries a significant risk of losing money altogether.
Why do people gamble?
People gamble for fun. Players enjoy spending money on gambling products both for the joy of playing and because they hope to win something back. For a small percentage of players, however, gambling can develop into a serious problem.
Is it legal to gamble at home?
Yes. Gambling from home is legal in most countries, but there are laws and jurisdictions that prohibit such gambling. Gambling from home may refer to online gambling, but it may also refer to the act of hosting gambling games at home for others to attend. While generally legal, you must always check with your local laws.
What are the most popular forms of gambling?
Casino, sports betting, lotteries, poker, and race betting are all popular forms of gambling. They are offered by the same and different brands and cater to different audiences.
How do you gamble?
To gamble, you need to visit a licensed land-based or online venue. You can bet on sports, play casino games, or participate in lotteries if you wish to gamble.
Is gambling an investment?
No, gambling is not an investment in any sense of the word. Most gambling games are designed in such a way that “the house” always have a statistical edge which will let it win in the long-term, no matter what players do. Investment allows you to use your knowledge to make better decision that can lead to profitability unlike gambling.
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