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Melanie Porter's latest articles
Melanie Porter
EditorAfter finishing her master's in publishing and writing, Melanie began her career as an online editor for a large gaming blog and has now transitioned over towards the iGaming industry. She helps to ensure that our news pieces are written to the highest standard possible under the guidance of senior management.
Business
February 10, 2025
Star Entertainment Confirms Getting Queen’s Wharf Bids
At the beginning of February, it was rumored that private equity giant Blackstone was considering taking over Star Entertainment once the Australian group was placed into voluntary administration. Now, the ASX-listed owner and operator of The Star Sydney, The Star Gold Coast, and Treasury Brisbane has confirmed it was pondering several proposals for its stake […]
Business
February 7, 2025
How Brazil’s First Month of Regulated Betting Looked Like
The newly regulated Brazilian betting market has completed its first entire month, and the pressing question regarding the channelization rate is looming over the industry. Early estimates from AI-driven market analytics platform Blask indicate that Brazil’s betting sector generated approximately $154 million in gaming revenue during the first month of 2025. Blask analyzes billions of […]
Industry
February 7, 2025
Connecticut’s DCP Gaming Division Cracks Down on Illegal Machines
The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) Gaming Division is intensifying efforts to combat illegal gambling machines, which pose a serious threat to consumers. These unregulated devices are designed to take advantage of players, offering little to no consumer protection and significantly worse odds than legally sanctioned alternatives. Illegal Machines Operating Outside Regulated Casinos In Connecticut, […]
Sports
February 6, 2025
Dallas Mavericks Shut Down Las Vegas Relocation Gossip
Despite recent speculation, the Dallas Mavericks have no intention of relocating to Las Vegas following their high-profile trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers. The blockbuster deal, which traded the 25-year-old from Slovenia to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis and additional assets, implied the trade was part of a larger […]
Legal
February 6, 2025
Alaska Sues to Overturn Approval of New Tribal Gaming Hall in Birchwood
The State of Alaska has taken legal action against the federal government, filing a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The case challenges recent federal rulings that alter the long-standing interpretation of jurisdiction over Native allotments within the state. At the center of the dispute is the federal government’s decision […]
Business
February 5, 2025
BlueBet Acquires TopSport Via Binding Asset Agreement
ASX-listed global online wagering provider and sportsbook BlueBet has officially announced its acquisition of TopSport through a binding asset sale agreement. This news marks a significant move expected to strengthen BlueBet’s position in the Australian wagering market. At the end of August 2024, BlueBet announced its plan to exit the U.S. market and exclusively focus […]
Business
February 5, 2025
Blackstone Could Wait for Star to Be Placed Under Administration
Blackstone, a major alternative asset manager with over $1 trillion in assets under management, is reportedly eyeing ASX-listed group that owns and operates The Star Sydney, The Star Gold Coast, and Treasury Brisbane, Star Entertainment. Different Approach Instead of making a regular move, the NYSE-listed company that serves institutional and individual investors and has deep […]
Industry
February 4, 2025
Florida Regulators Demand Three Illegal Operators to Exit State
In February 2024, roughly one year ago, the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) issued cease-and-desist letters to PrizePicks, Betr, and Underdog Fantasy, arguing that the three daily fantasy sports operators were “offering or accepting illegal bets or wagers from (Florida) residents.” At the beginning of the week, the FGCC sent another strong message to overseas […]
Industry
February 4, 2025
CFTC Issues Supplemental No-Action Letter to Kalshi
Last September, the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit applied a temporary freeze order against Kalshi, stopping election betting operations right after a judge sided with the prediction market platform. One of the latest developments in the two sides’ long-term legal hurdle consisted of the January 17 hearing at the same court […]
Industry
February 3, 2025
Alberta to Cut $1M+ in Gambling Addiction Resource Funding
At the end of January, Alberta’s government unveiled controversial plans to introduce private operators into the gambling market while reducing funding for non-profit organizations aimed at supporting gambling addiction services. The historic decision to cut the three-decade agreement with the Problem Gambling Resources Network (PRGN), which has been providing education and resources for gambling addiction […]
