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Legal
September 5, 2026
Lawmakers Seek More Info After FanDuel’s “Incomplete” Answer on VIP Program
Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and US Reps. Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) and Valerie P. Foushee (D-NC) want more information on how FanDuel operates its invite-only VIP program, as they found the sportsbook’s responses to their earlier questions insufficient. What Did Lawmakers Ask in the First Inquiry? The inquiry follows FanDuel’s 2024 decision to send one of […]
Industry
September 5, 2026
FINTRAC Issued AML-Related Fines to Two Gaming Organizations
The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has fined the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation and the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation over suspicious transactions. The center confirmed that both bodies have complied with the penalties and that the cases are now closed. New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation Paid a $289K […]
Lottery
September 4, 2026
Massachusetts Woman Turns $30 Lottery Ticket into $15M Payday
A very lucky Massachusetts woman has won the first top prize in one of the Massachusetts State Lottery’s highest-paying games. The winner visited the lottery HQ to claim her winnings and said that she plans to use the newfound fortune to buy a new home. Springfield Woman Takes Home $15M The winner was revealed to […]
Slots
September 5, 2026
Strike Gold in Relax Gaming’s Nugget Ridge
Relax Gaming has launched Nugget Ridge, a new slot game where players will take the roles of miners seeking veins of gold. The luckiest of diggers can walk out with carts full of gold ore, as well as prizes of up to 10,000x. Nugget Ridge Metrics The Nugget Ridge Hides Incredible Treasures Situated in a […]
Legal
September 4, 2026
Two Brothers Accused of Robbing Six Men During a Private Poker Game
Brothers Jackson James Dubois, 22, of Fargo, and Delton Robledo Dubois, 20, of West Fargo, North Dakota, are charged with helping to orchestrate an armed robbery of a private poker game last month, holding six men at gunpoint. Dubois Brothers Accused of Robbing Poker Players The two young men were each charged in Cass County District […]
Legal
September 4, 2026
Oregon Charity Founder Indicted for Alleged Gambling-Motivated Theft
Oregon has indicted the founder of a non-profit organization seeking to provide relief to people in devastated areas. According to the allegations, the man appropriated charity money to fuel his gambling habits. Brook’s Charity Sought to Provide Relief to People in Devastated Areas A Lincoln County jury has indicted Marcus Brooks, the founder of Cascade […]
Casino
September 4, 2026
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Attracts Guests with New Gaming Lounge
Fontainebleau Las Vegas has enhanced its casino offerings by opening a redesigned High Limit Slots lounge. This new space contains more machines and a choice of high-jackpot titles from Aristocrat Gaming. The High Limit Slots lounge opened on September 2, raising the number of high-jackpot machines at the resort to 135 and making it an […]
Sports
September 4, 2026
Fanatics Sports & Casino Launches Prediction Markets as Part of Single App
Fanatics Sports & Casino has revealed that it has updated its app, offering a unified sports-betting-gaming-and-prediction-market experience, incorporating event contracts into its app. Fanatics Sports & Casino Introduces Event Contracts as Part of Single App The news follows the acquisition of a regulated exchange from BGC Group and strengthens the company’s position in the emerging […]
Industry
September 4, 2026
Las Vegas Braces for Labor Day Tourist Boom
The upcoming September 7 Labor Day celebrations could be a windfall for Las Vegas as local authorities expect an influx of visitors. To offset rising costs and inflation, some properties are betting on attractive deals and flashy marketing. Despite these efforts, a weekend in Vegas will generally be more expensive than last year, though not […]
Blockchain
August 5, 2026
Delbet Launches Expanded Crypto Gaming Platform with New Blockchain Features
Delbet Launches Expanded Crypto Gaming Platform with Faster Transactions, Enhanced Security, and New Blockchain Features Delbet has released a major platform update aimed at delivering a faster, more transparent, and secure crypto gaming experience. The upgrade combines blockchain-based transaction improvements, a redesigned interface, and new responsible gaming tools to meet increasing demand for efficiency and reliability […]
Blockchain
June 8, 2026
FairGambling Launches Crypto Casino Review and Analytics Platform With Provably Fair Tools and Extra Rewards
FairGambling, a new transparency and rewards platform for crypto casino players and Bitcoin gamblers, today announced its public launch. The platform combines on-chain analytics, provably fair verification tools, independent crypto casino reviews, live bonus code feeds, and an extra rewards program offering up to 30% rakeback across 40+ major crypto casino operators including Stake, Roobet, […]
Blockchain
April 9, 2026
Paysafe Unveils Crypto Payment Option for US Gaming Market
Global payments platform Paysafe has announced the launch of Pay with Crypto, a new cryptocurrency payment option for iGaming operators and daily fantasy sports brands in the US market. Paysafe Introduces New Crypto Payment Method for Online Gaming The service, offered in partnership with MoonPay, enables customers to fund their gaming accounts using stablecoins or […]
Blockchain
June 1, 2026
Request Network Releases Major Updates Bringing Crypto Payments With Wallet Screening To The iGaming Industry
Today, Request Network, a major Web3 payment protocol since 2017, announced new features that the iGaming sector has needed for a long time. iGaming was the first to embrace crypto payments at scale, and yet the sector could not rely on decentralized technology at scale. It relied on multiple crypto processors with limited reach, with […]
Blockchain
April 1, 2026
1win Named Crypto Casino of the Year and Takes Top Honors at BWIGA
Global iGaming platform 1win has been named “Crypto Casino of the Year 2026” at the Belgrade Web3 & iGaming Awards (BWIGA Awards), a leading event uniting experts from Web3, blockchain, and iGaming industries. 1win Partners also received additional recognitions for “Best Affiliate Program” and “Best CMO,” highlighting its growing influence in the global crypto iGaming ecosystem. The […]
Blockchain
May 26, 2026
BlockCon Punta Cana: The Global Business Retreat Where Web3, iGaming, and Finance Converge
As digital assets, online gaming and global finance are rapidly reshaping the modern economy, BlockCon launches as a new international platform connecting the leaders driving this transformation. Bringing together innovators from traditional finance, Web3, and iGaming, BlockCon is designed to spark high-level partnerships, investment, and policy conversations defining the digital economy. Unlike traditional expos focused on scale […]
Blockchain
March 18, 2026
Playnance Launches GCOIN Trading in a “Defining Moment” for Its Business
Playnance, a decentralized Web3 ecosystem that merges trading, gaming, and creator-driven experiences, announced the official launch of GCOIN trading. The company celebrated this as a “significant milestone” in the expansion of its Web3 entertainment ecosystem. A Defining Moment for Playnance According to Playnance’s announcement, GCOIN trading is now live on MEXC. GCOIN/USDT trading kicked off […]
Blockchain
April 10, 2026
Gambana.com Expands Betting Options Across Markets
Gambana.com has announced the launch of its VIP rewards program for crypto casino users, introducing structured incentives and ongoing benefits for both new and existing participants. In an era of increasing data sensitivity, Gambana.com operates as a no-KYC platform, allowing users to engage with gaming and sports markets while maintaining anonymity. By removing traditional identity verification […]
Blockchain
March 18, 2026
Crypto Casino Brand Gets Surprise Netflix Exposure
Fresh debate regarding attention-driven content has taken an unexpected turn amid a crypto gambling brand quietly benefitting from exposure on one of the world’s biggest streaming platforms. Rainbet Logo Included in Overlays Shortly after critics emphasized the way online slot providers have started to tap into viral trends linked to the Inside the Louis Theroux: […]
Business
September 4, 2026
100 Shops, 400 Jobs at Risk as Paddy Power Initiates Review
Irish gaming company Paddy Power seems to be reviewing its shop portfolio. As it turns out, the review could cause the company to close up to 100 shops, which would impact as many as 400 jobs. Paddy Power to Shave Off 20% of Its Shops Paddy Power seems to be considering scaling down its retail […]
Business
September 3, 2026
Actor Kevin Hart to Host Pragmatic Play Games in November
Gibraltar-headquartered B2B content supplier Pragmatic Play revealed that actor and comedian Kevin Hart, known for his stand-up comedy and roles in Jumanji and Ride Along, will host live casino sessions over two days on November 6 and 7. Pragmatic Play Announced a Collaboration With Kevin Hart The announcement follows Pragmatic Play’s decision in June 2026 […]
Business
September 2, 2026
Lottomatica & Cirsa Agree to Merge and Create a “Global Gaming Champion”
Italian gaming group Lottomatica has unveiled a merger with Spanish gaming powerhouse Cirsa, which would, according to company officials, create a “global gaming champion.” The agreement will see the former company merge with the latter in an all-share deal. The Deal Would Unlock Significant Synergies Lottomatica, which has dominated Italy for years, is now considering […]
Business
September 3, 2026
Maverick Gaming to Shut Two More Washington Casinos
Maverick Gaming is closing two of its Washington properties in November, eliminating 238 jobs as the casino operator continues its restructuring under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Maverick Gaming Cuts 238 Jobs as Washington Retreat Continues The company’s affiliate, Maverick Washington LLC, filed Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification notices with Washington state officials on August 31. […]
Business
September 1, 2026
SkyCity Completes Sale of Auckland Properties for $44M
SkyCity Entertainment Group announced on September 1, 2026, that it has completed the sale of its Auckland properties. The sale aligns with the company’s ongoing asset monetization program. SkyCity’s Efforts to Generate Cash and Reduce Its Debt Continue In its announcement, SkyCity confirmed the previously announced sale of the 99 Albert Street office building, as […]
Business
September 2, 2026
Avanti Studios Names Finance Heavyweight Jonas Ericson CFO
Avanti Studios, an ambitious live casino startup, has beefed up its C-suite with the addition of senior finance expert Jonas Ericson. As a member of the Avanti Studios leadership, Ericson has been named chief financial officer and tasked with managing the company’s finances. Financial Expert Joins the Avanti Family Ericson is no stranger to finance, […]
Business
August 28, 2026
Novig Ends American-Style Odds, Shifts Toward Percentages
Novig, a fast-growing sports trading platform designed with the sports fan in mind, has announced a major change to its business, dropping American sportsbook-style odds in favor of a financial market model using percentage-based probabilities. The company’s leadership said that its team will do everything in its power to make the transition as smooth as […]
Business
September 2, 2026
Kambi Unveils Brand Refresh, Highlights Strategic Promise
Kambi has unveiled a new brand refresh that seeks to highlight its forward-thinking nature and commitment to remaining ahead of the curve when it comes to technology. Alongside a refreshed logo, the company has also revealed a new motto that highlights its strategic promise. Powerful Network. Proven Edge. Kambi’s brand refresh is, according to the […]
Business
August 27, 2026
Allwyn Says PrizePicks Contributed to Its Q2 Success
Allwyn has published its preliminary unaudited financial report for Q2, highlighting what it called “another quarter of strong growth.” As it turned out, PrizePicks, which Allwyn acquired earlier this year, was a key driver of success. Allwyn Publishes Q2 Report, Highlights Steady Growth In its report, Allwyn said that its total net revenue for the […]
Casino
September 4, 2026
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Attracts Guests with New Gaming Lounge
Fontainebleau Las Vegas has enhanced its casino offerings by opening a redesigned High Limit Slots lounge. This new space contains more machines and a choice of high-jackpot titles from Aristocrat Gaming. The High Limit Slots lounge opened on September 2, raising the number of high-jackpot machines at the resort to 135 and making it an […]
Casino
September 4, 2026
Florida Recaps Recent Law Enforcement Efforts Against Illegal Gambling
Florida keeps the pressure on illegal gambling venues, which have focused on offering slot machines without oversight from the regulator or any license. In fact, slot machines are a rather limited activity to begin with, available in only a pair of Florida counties and on tribal gaming properties. FGCC Says Its Efforts Are Paying Off […]
Casino
September 3, 2026
BetMGM Taps Jon Hamm in Preparation for NFL Season
BetMGM has leaned on the personality, image, and likeness of Jon Hamm to boost its NFL credentials and raise awareness for its relevant sector products. The collaboration with the EMMY and Golden Globe Award-winning actor will allow BetMGM to strike home with NFL fans and issue a strong engagement message across its digital channels and […]
Casino
September 4, 2026
Bally’s CFO Resigns as Chicago Casino Project Faces Troubles
Bally’s Corporation is shaking up its financial leadership at a difficult time for the gambling company, which is facing construction delays on its Chicago casino project, a dispute with city officials and growing concerns about liquidity. Bally’s Names George Papanier Interim CFO After Mircheva Resigns Mira Mircheva has resigned as executive vise president and chief […]
Casino
September 3, 2026
TIGCasino Strengthens Platform Offering to Support End-to-End Casino Software Delivery
TIGCasino has strengthened its casino technology portfolio across platform development, content aggregation, custom game engineering, white-label deployment, and Telegram-based gaming infrastructure, expanding the technology models available to operators building, launching, or scaling online casino platforms. The expanded offering addresses a recurring technology challenge for operators: coordinating multiple systems and vendors across the platform lifecycle. Core […]
Casino
September 4, 2026
Aristocrat Launches Lightning Link Online Portfolio with Tiki Fire
Aristocrat Interactive is expanding its North American online casino portfolio through the launch of Tiki Fire, the newest digital game in the company’s Lightning Link slot series. Aristocrat Launches Tiki Fire Across North American iGaming The game is now live in regulated iGaming markets in the United States and Canada, expanding the online launch of […]
Casino
September 2, 2026
Florida Continues to Keep Pressure on Unauthorized Gambling Venues
Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has led operations that resulted in the seizure of dozens of illegal gambling machines and the shutting down of two illegal businesses that offered unauthorized games of chance. More than 70 Slots Busted as Part of Raids Against Illegal Gambling The businesses were located on Lockwood Ridge Road and were raided […]
Casino
September 3, 2026
Chukchansi Files New Federal Lawsuit to Stop North Fork Casino
A new legal battle is underway in the long-running fight between two California tribal gaming operators, as the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians seeks to block the planned October opening of the North Fork Mono Casino & Resort in Madera County. Picayune Files Third Federal Challenge to North Fork Casino The complaint, filed in […]
Casino
September 2, 2026
Star Faces Backlash Over Ignored Safety Warnings at Brisbane Casino
Star Entertainment is under fresh scrutiny after internal documents revealed managers had raised safety concerns multiple times about a weakness at its Brisbane casino complex months before the death of a young employee. Internal Reports Raised Sky Deck Safety Concerns Before Employee Death Records show senior staff warned in 2025 that part of The Star […]
Industry
September 5, 2026
FINTRAC Issued AML-Related Fines to Two Gaming Organizations
The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has fined the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation and the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation over suspicious transactions. The center confirmed that both bodies have complied with the penalties and that the cases are now closed. New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation Paid a $289K […]
Industry
September 4, 2026
Las Vegas Braces for Labor Day Tourist Boom
The upcoming September 7 Labor Day celebrations could be a windfall for Las Vegas as local authorities expect an influx of visitors. To offset rising costs and inflation, some properties are betting on attractive deals and flashy marketing. Despite these efforts, a weekend in Vegas will generally be more expensive than last year, though not […]
Industry
September 2, 2026
Hungary Considers Closing Its Gambling Regulator, SZTFH
According to an article published in the Hungarian Gazette, the Hungarian Government is considering the abolition of the Supervisory Authority for Regulated Activities (SZTFH), which regulates the country’s gambling, tobacco, and mining sectors. Hungarian Authorities to Weigh If SZTFH Should Be Closed News about this comes after revelations that the SZTFH had awarded CAI Hungary […]
Industry
September 4, 2026
BLIK Passes Extra Protections to Curb Use of Payment Processor for Illegal Gambling
BLIK, one of popular’s defining payment processors, has been instructed to start blocking transactions that are placed with illegal gambling operators. BLIK Passes Extra Safeguard to Shield Consumers from Illegal Gambling BLIK has complied, implementing the transactions from Tuesday, September 1, and is a proactive decision on the part of the company. BLIK will use […]
Industry
September 2, 2026
Encore Boston Harbor Situation Nears Boiling Point as Workers Announce Strike
Union employees at Encore Boston Harbor, a Wynn-operated gaming property in Everett, Boston, Massachusetts, are preparing to go on strike after failing to reach a mutually satisfactory agreement with the casino management. At the same time, Wynn told gaming news outlet Casino.org that it remains committed to reaching a fair agreement that doesn’t ignore the […]
Industry
September 4, 2026
Hijacked Websites on the Internet Start Spreading Gambling Content
The BNR, a radio station in the Netherlands, has raised the alarm over a new practice that has been leading to more people being bombarded with illegal gambling offers. Once Authority Websites Are Hijacked to Support Gambling Messaging The radio station discovered a simple practice: expired domains taken over by various organizations, including hackers, turn […]
Industry
September 2, 2026
Kindbridge Study Says First Responders Are at High Risk of Gambling Addiction
Massachusetts-based Kindbridge Behavioral Health, a telehealth provider specializing in counseling and mental health treatment for various addictions, recently published a report claiming first responders are at a higher risk of developing problematic gambling habits. What Did the Survey Discover? Kindbridge Research Institute (KRI), the organization’s non-profit arm, released the new report called Gambling Among First Responders in […]
Industry
September 3, 2026
DraftKings’ Claim That It Operates in All States Raises Eyebrows
American gaming and betting giant DraftKings advertises that it operates in all 50 states, despite regulatory trouble in Nevada. As it turns out, things seem to be a bit more nuanced. DraftKings Does Not Operate Traditional Sports Betting in All States The Las Vegas Review-Journal shed some light on the DraftKings situation, noting that the […]
Industry
September 2, 2026
Churchill Downs Calls for Federal Probe of HISA
Horse racing giant Churchill Downs has petitioned the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to conduct an independent review of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA). The private organization enforces safety and integrity standards for US thoroughbred racing and has recently faced criticism over controversies that cast doubt on HISA’s transparency and governance. Several Incidents Caused […]
Legal
September 5, 2026
Lawmakers Seek More Info After FanDuel’s “Incomplete” Answer on VIP Program
Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and US Reps. Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) and Valerie P. Foushee (D-NC) want more information on how FanDuel operates its invite-only VIP program, as they found the sportsbook’s responses to their earlier questions insufficient. What Did Lawmakers Ask in the First Inquiry? The inquiry follows FanDuel’s 2024 decision to send one of […]
Legal
September 4, 2026
Oregon Charity Founder Indicted for Alleged Gambling-Motivated Theft
Oregon has indicted the founder of a non-profit organization seeking to provide relief to people in devastated areas. According to the allegations, the man appropriated charity money to fuel his gambling habits. Brook’s Charity Sought to Provide Relief to People in Devastated Areas A Lincoln County jury has indicted Marcus Brooks, the founder of Cascade […]
Legal
September 1, 2026
Dutch Lottery Sues Skyhills, Forcing It to Leave the Netherlands
The Dutch Lottery (Nederlandse Loterij) has initiated a lawsuit against an illegal gambling operator. The legal action targets Skyhills, a Curaçao-based company that does not possess a Dutch gaming license. The Dutch Lottery Remains Bullish on Weeding Out Illegal Operators The Dutch Lottery’s lawsuit slams Skyhills for allegedly targeting Dutch customers to play, despite its […]
Legal
September 4, 2026
Two Brothers Accused of Robbing Six Men During a Private Poker Game
Brothers Jackson James Dubois, 22, of Fargo, and Delton Robledo Dubois, 20, of West Fargo, North Dakota, are charged with helping to orchestrate an armed robbery of a private poker game last month, holding six men at gunpoint. Dubois Brothers Accused of Robbing Poker Players The two young men were each charged in Cass County District […]
Legal
August 31, 2026
Gambling-Related YouTubers Clash Over Defamation Claims
What started as a quarrel between two very different voices in the online gambling world may soon evolve into a legal showdown. Gambling content creator Vegas Matt and gambling harm awareness advocate Rob Minnick, known online as Rob ODAAT, remain locked in an escalating dispute over gambling commentary, commercial interests, and alleged defamatory language. Gambling […]
Legal
September 3, 2026
New Jersey’s Prediction Market Dispute May Head to the Supreme Court
Conflicting rulings by several courts have forced New Jersey to petition the US Supreme Court to resolve the evolving fight over who should regulate prediction markets. This is the first time that the dispute has reached the country’s highest court, and a ruling could have massive implications for the gambling industry and prediction market sector […]
Legal
August 31, 2026
Now Former NJ Politician Resigns After Illegal Gambling Plea Deal Surfaces
Prospect Park Councilman Anand Shah has been banned from holding public office due to his involvement with an illegal gambling ring involving a prominent syndicate, the Lucchese crime family. Official Takes Plea Deal, Awaits Sentencing and Faces up to 10 Years Behind Bars As part of his involvement, Shah generated nearly $1 million in proceeds. […]
Legal
September 3, 2026
Michigan Scores Major Victory Against Prediction Platforms
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has secured a preliminary injunction against prediction platform Kalshi, forcing it to cease offering sports-related prediction contracts in the state. However, this development only adds to the growing tension between prediction markets and individual states, as the question of whether sports contracts constitute wagering remains open. Kalshi Must Stop Offering […]
Legal
August 29, 2026
Thai Serial Killer Sentenced to Death Again Over Killings Linked to Gambling Debt
Thailand’s criminal court has given Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn, known colloquially as “Am Cyanide,” a second death sentence for fatally poisoning a creditor in Nakhon Pathom province in December 2020. According to prosecutors, Sararat is a gambling addict who has killed 14 people and attempted to poison another for financial gain. Am Cyanide Handed a Second Death Sentence […]
Lottery
September 4, 2026
Massachusetts Woman Turns $30 Lottery Ticket into $15M Payday
A very lucky Massachusetts woman has won the first top prize in one of the Massachusetts State Lottery’s highest-paying games. The winner visited the lottery HQ to claim her winnings and said that she plans to use the newfound fortune to buy a new home. Springfield Woman Takes Home $15M The winner was revealed to […]
Lottery
September 3, 2026
Powerball Awards Match 5 Prize in California, Jackpot Nears the Mega Millions One
The Powerball jackpot has almost caught up to the Mega Millions one after another drawing without a jackpot winner. The latest drawing, however, did end up awarding a Match 5 prize to a lucky player in California. Californian Matches 5, Wins $186K The latest Powerball drawing had the top prize set at $150 million with […]
Lottery
September 2, 2026
Mississippi Match 5 Player Wins $250K from the Lottery Game
Another spot of great news is coming straight out of Mississippi, where a local player has been able to secure a quarter-of-a-million payout from a popular lottery game. Match 5 Continues to Produce Lottery Winners in Mississippi The title, Match 5, is known for its generous six-figure (and more) prizes, and it has been one […]
Lottery
September 3, 2026
Man Was Struck By Lightning – He Just Walked It Off and Bought a Lottery Ticket
The odds of being struck by lightning are actually pretty slim – just less than one in a million. In other words, winning a jackpot such as the Powerball or Mega Millions is a far harder feat than being hit by an actual lightning, which for one man in New York was completely mind-blowing to […]
Lottery
September 1, 2026
PA Lottery Player Wins $1M from $30 Win Win Win Ticket
The Pennsylvania Lottery has created another millionaire after a local retailer sold a ticket worth a million dollars. As of the time of this announcement, the lucky ticket holder has yet to come forward to claim their winnings. True to Its Name, the Win Win Win Game Delivered Another Winner According to the Pennsylvania Lottery’s […]
Lottery
September 2, 2026
Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $177M for Friday Drawing
The latest Mega Millions drawing has once again seen players miss the jackpot since no one managed to nail the six winning numbers required for a jackpot win. The Tuesday drawing had no Match 5 winners either, with the top prize for the drawing being a $40,000 payout. The Top Prize for the Tuesday Drawing […]
Lottery
September 1, 2026
First Powerball Match 5 Prize Lands in the United Kingdom
A player in the United Kingdom has, for the first time, won a Match 5 prize from the Powerball game. This comes shortly after the game was launched overseas, allowing Brits to play for the same jackpot as their American peers. With that in mind, it would be interesting to see when the first jackpot […]
Lottery
September 2, 2026
Michigan Woman Charged with Lottery Fraud in 2 South Carolina Counties
A woman from Michigan has been charged with three counts of lottery fraud after attempting to scan stolen scratch-off tickets. The woman, who has since been arrested and identified as Keaysha Warren, 23, has been charged with lottery fraud. Michigan Woman Held in South Carolina – Charged with Lottery Fraud The tickets were stolen from […]
Lottery
August 31, 2026
Powerball Awards $1M Match 5 Prizes to Players in Georgia and California
The recent Powerball drawing had players competing for a $119 million jackpot, and although no one won this mouth-watering prize, two players came really close, settling for seven-figure payouts instead. In the meantime, the top prize has continued to grow, reaching $131 million for the next drawing. Lucky Players Win Two Prizes of $1M The […]
Legal
August 31, 2026
Now Former NJ Politician Resigns After Illegal Gambling Plea Deal Surfaces
Prospect Park Councilman Anand Shah has been banned from holding public office due to his involvement with an illegal gambling ring involving a prominent syndicate, the Lucchese crime family. Official Takes Plea Deal, Awaits Sentencing and Faces up to 10 Years Behind Bars As part of his involvement, Shah generated nearly $1 million in proceeds. […]
Poker
August 27, 2026
EvenBet Gaming Emerges Under New Identity as Evenbeter
EvenBet Gaming, an established supplier of iGaming tech and products, has enhanced its identity by rebranding as Evenbeter, a move meant to strengthen its position as Nordic expansion continues. Evenbeter Emerges as Champion of Customer-Focused Approach Evenbeter is the spiritual successor of the brand, allowing it to set a new course towards commercial growth, technological […]
Poker
July 15, 2026
DraftKings Unites Multi-State Poker Network with Michigan
DraftKings continues to expand and strengthen its online poker network in the United States after the operator received a go-ahead from the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) to merge its poker operations in the Great Lakes State with the rest of the country. DraftKings Seeks to Strengthen Its Poker Operations The decision, confirmed on Monday, […]
Poker
August 26, 2026
Riley Keough to Star in HBO Casino Drama Based on Life of Gina Fiore
Riley Keough is set to play professional gambler Gina Fiore in a new drama about high-stakes casino advantage play in development at HBO. The project, in development with Media Res, is written by Will Graham and will also be executive produced by Keough. HBO’s Advantage Player to Explore Gina Fiore’s Casino Career The series, called […]
Poker
July 3, 2026
Americas Cardroom Launches Biggest Venoms Series Yet Featuring $15M in Prizes
Americas Cardroom is marking its 25th Anniversary with the Dual Mystery Bounty Venoms, the biggest Venom series in the site’s history. Running August 13 through September 2, the online poker series features two major mystery bounty poker tournaments with a combined $15 million in guaranteed prize pools. The series consists of the $12 Million GTD No-Limit Hold’em […]
Poker
August 13, 2026
Super Stacked Sunday Puts Americas Cardroom’s Biggest Events on One Schedule
Americas Cardroom is stacking its largest Sunday of 2026 with more than $20 million guaranteed across Super Stacked Sunday on August 16. The schedule is not centered on one trophy or one final table. It combines Day 1B of two Mystery Bounty Venoms, all three Run Up Series Main Events, several six-figure tournaments and the return […]
Poker
June 30, 2026
WSOP Ladies Final Sparks Debate as Transgender Player Finishes Second
This year’s World Series of Poker (WSOP) saw Aubrey Williams emerge as a center of attention, finishing runner-up in the $1,000 Ladies No-Limit Hold’em Championship, intertwining a deep run in the event with a broader conversation about inclusion in the game. Aubrey Williams Finishes Second After Intense WSOP Duel The 31-year-old professional took home $129,692 […]
Poker
July 28, 2026
Americas Cardroom Pro Alex Foxen Featured in ESPN’s Opening WSOP Main Event Coverage
Americas Cardroom Pro Alex Foxen was featured throughout ESPN’s opening coverage of the 2026 World Series of Poker Main Event, receiving recurring airtime as the network followed the early stages of poker’s biggest tournament. The first two episodes premiered July 21 on ESPN2, covering the Main Event’s opening flights and Day 2 action. Foxen appeared throughout […]
Poker
June 22, 2026
WSOP Player Disqualified After Smoking at Poker Tables
A World Series of Poker event in Las Vegas took quite an unexpected turn after Brazilian player João Siqueira was disqualified during competition for violating tournament rules. The incident occurred on June 19, 2026, during Event 56, a $3,000 buy-in six-handed No Limit Hold’em tournament held at Paris Las Vegas. Tournament officials say Siqueira proceeded […]
Prediction Markets
September 3, 2026
Novig and Underdog See Huge Growth in Prediction Market Combos
As the field of prediction markets continues to grow rapidly, more and more actors are investing in it, with varying success. However, Novig and Underdog, two relatively new players in the rapidly evolving scene, are making strides thanks to their “combos” – what the industry calls parlays. Novig and Underdog Are Growing Fast In a […]
Prediction Markets
September 3, 2026
Kalshi CEO Comments on Recent Ninth Circuit Ruling
Kalshi’s chief executive officer, Tarek Mansour, has commented on a recent Ninth Circuit ruling, expressing firm disagreement with how the court described his business. Mansour’s comment was made during an interview with RotoWire and follows a ruling that sided with Nevada regulators seeking to regulate prediction markets. Mansour Disagreed with How the Judge Defined Kalshi […]
Prediction Markets
September 1, 2026
Kalshi Bans Former US Congressman Over Insider Trading Suspicions
Prediction platform Kalshi has permanently banned George Santos, a former US congressman, from trading on its platform. This decision follows an in-depth investigation and is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding Santos. It also aligns with a renewed push by Kalshi and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to crack down on insider […]
Prediction Markets
September 3, 2026
Canadian Lottery Operators Say Prediction Markets Need More Clarity
Prediction markets continue to encroach on sports betting territory, and this has led to a serious legal debate in the United States. Now, Canada is increasingly scrutinizing these platforms, with provincial lottery corporations calling for more clarity on the sector Canadian Lottery Operators Say Event Contracts Need More Restrictions According to the Canadian Lottery Coalition, […]
Prediction Markets
September 1, 2026
Kalshi U-18s Users Trade Billions on the Platform, CNN Says
Individuals under the age of 18 may be driving far more handle to prediction markets, a new analysis by CNN suggests. Prediction markets have argued that U-18s demographics constitute just a small fraction of what they generate in terms of turnover, but even then, the financial aspects of this “limited” trading activity are still massive. […]
Prediction Markets
September 2, 2026
Kalshi Suspends Another Politician for Insider Trading
Kalshi is certainly not going to let politicians betting on themselves slide, not even in the case of a House of Representatives hopeful who thought she was too small to even register on the platform’s anti-fraud radar. Well, she was wrong, and this type of lawmaker would probably not always mean the good of the […]
Prediction Markets
September 1, 2026
Donald Trump Associated Teleprompter Operator Ordered to Pay $172K
What is the difference between former US Congressman George Santos and a teleprompter operator who has worked with Donald Trump for years now? The latter has been ordered to pay about $140,000 more in fines compared to Santos, who got off the hook fairly easily, after the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) ordered him to […]
Prediction Markets
September 2, 2026
Oklahoma Tribes Stress Urgency of Prediction Market Threat
Oklahoma tribes continue to fret over the looming threat of prediction markets at a time when a legal tug-of-war between gaming regulators and platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket continues. Tribal Nations Speak About Looming Prediction Markets Threat While the suspense builds up, representatives from 20 Oklahoma tribal nations have expressed their concerns over the […]
Prediction Markets
September 1, 2026
Kalshi Permanently Bans Ex-US Rep George Santos for Insider Trading
Prediction market platform Kalshi has permanently banned George Santos, a former US representative and Republican congressman, alleging that the politician has engaged in what the company described as insider trading. Santos Eats the Prediction Market Ban Hammer Santos is accused of profiting from the platform by trading on whether he himself would attend the State […]
Sports
September 4, 2026
Fanatics Sports & Casino Launches Prediction Markets as Part of Single App
Fanatics Sports & Casino has revealed that it has updated its app, offering a unified sports-betting-gaming-and-prediction-market experience, incorporating event contracts into its app. Fanatics Sports & Casino Introduces Event Contracts as Part of Single App The news follows the acquisition of a regulated exchange from BGC Group and strengthens the company’s position in the emerging […]
Sports
September 3, 2026
Massachusetts Regulator Bets on Respect with New Anti-Harassment Initiative
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has unveiled a new anti-harassment initiative that seeks to protect athletes from bettors who harass them. The new program will ban those who harass athletes from placing bets with licensed sportsbooks and accessing local casinos. MGC Seeks to Shield Athletes from Harassment The MGC’s new program is dubbed Bet On […]
Sports
September 1, 2026
Kalshi Signs New US Open Deal, as Partnerships Expand
Kalshi continues to strike fresh partnerships as the company looks to further consolidate its presence in the mainstream. The latest such partnership is with the US Open, becoming the event’s official prediction market partner. Kalshi Expands Presence in Mainstream Sports This is another major coup for the company, which has forged a multi-year deal with […]
Sports
September 3, 2026
FanDuel Adds New Sportsbook Features as NFL Season Approaches
FanDuel, a leading online gaming and betting company in North America, has announced the addition of new sports betting products and features, in time for the NFL season. These include a new loyalty program, bet protections in case a player sustains an injury, and in-app access to better sports intelligence. In its announcement, FanDuel said […]
Sports
September 1, 2026
Bet365 Expands Presence in the US with West Virginia
Bet365 has expanded its reach in the United States with the prominent sportsbook and iGaming operator entering West Virginia, its 18th regulated jurisdiction in the country. The company is now offering both its online casino and sports betting options locally, allowing players to engage with the product they like best and adding to the competitive […]
Sports
September 3, 2026
Bill Simmons Proxy Betting Remark Leads to Probe for FanDuel
Sports media personality Bill Simmons has been accused of proxy betting, leading to a probe by the Massachusetts gambling regulator that has now embroiled FanDuel in the saga. FanDuel Gets Dragged Into Probe Because of Proxy Betting Simmons, who is a Californian resident, said he had placed bets through his daughter’s boyfriend, Hank, while in […]
Sports
August 31, 2026
Harm Increases Five Years After Canada Legalized Single-Game Wagering
The legalization of single-event sports betting in Canada has dramatically altered the country’s gambling landscape, with Ontario being the most prominent example of both accelerated commercial growth and rising concerns about gambling-related harm. Private Gambling Expansion Fuels Ontario’s Online Market Boom In 2021, federal lawmakers legalized single-game betting, allowing the provinces to offer bets on […]
Sports
September 1, 2026
College Footballers Can Now Wear Casino Sponsorships On Their Jerseys
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) now permits Division I schools to display commercial logos on regular-season uniforms, which is creating new opportunities for casino and gaming sponsorships. New Rules Allow for Casino Logos on Team Jerseys In January, the NCAA Division I Cabinet approved a proposal allowing Division I sports programs to display commercial […]
Sports
August 31, 2026
Massachusetts Youths Are OK with Sports Betting, But They Face Risks
The NORC at the University of Chicago has released a new study in which it looked into how young people between the ages of 18 and 25 feel about sports betting. Specifically, the study concluded that people in that cohort view sports betting as a “socially acceptable” activity and largely share a belief that they […]
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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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