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Industry
March 12, 2026
Blask Report Highlights Offshore Platform Dominance in the US
A new analysis from AI market analytics platform Blask shows that despite years of legalization and rapid growth, offshore operators remain the dominant force in the US gambling sector. The firm’s 2025 assessment of the US online gambling landscape reveals an enormous, yet fragmented market that operates through a patchwork of distinct state-level systems. Revenue […]
Business
March 12, 2026
Betsson to Acquire Rhino Entertainment Group’s Canada License
Swedish online gambling company Betsson has announced it will acquire Rhino Entertainment Group’s B2C business in Canada, as well as a set of technology assets for its B2B operations, for a total sum of EUR 64.5 million (about $74.3 million). Betsson to Purchase Rhino Entertainment Group The acquisition encompasses multiple Rhino Group entities that collectively […]
Legal
March 12, 2026
AUSTRAC Admits Legal Action Against Star Entertainment Has Been Slow, But Necessary
The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) has acknowledged that the legal proceedings against The Star Entertainment Group are taking longer than anticipated. However, the body stood by its decision to take legal action against the casino company due to the severity of its violations. The Star Has Been Facing Severe Regulatory Setbacks for Years […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
LVCVA: Las Vegas Sees More Sports Bets and a Change in Visitor Demographics
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has released its 2025 Visitor Profile report, revealing several notable insights about the city, showing that spending on sporting events nearly doubled, while visitors also increased their spending on attractions. Sports Have Had a Significant Role in Increased Las Vegas Visitors As Las Vegas continues to host […]
Business
March 12, 2026
Wynn Resumes Work on Al Marjan Island Project Following Brief Pause
International gaming and hospitality giant Wynn Resorts has published an update on its Wynn Al Marjan Island project in the UAE, confirming that construction has resumed after a short pause related to the ongoing war in Iran. Wynn Had Halted the Construction Due to the War in Iran Wynn Resorts previously halted its […]
Business
March 12, 2026
LCKY Group Names Industry Veteran Alex Manning as CTO
LCKY Group, the company formerly known as Glitnor, announced a major new appointment, saying that the experienced Alex Manning will join its fold as its group chief technology officer. The new addition to the company’s C-suite comes not long after its strategic rebrand. LCKY Onboards Former L&W CTO to Its C-Suite LCKY Group hailed Manning’s […]
Prediction Markets
March 12, 2026
US Tribes Discuss the Dangers of Prediction Markets at UINO Meeting
America’s tribal leaders have once again rejected the divisive prediction markets sector, calling for the government to protect tribal sovereignty from the rapidly growing vertical. Speaking at the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma (UINO) March quarterly meeting, representatives of various tribal organizations reaffirmed that event contracts threaten the very foundations of tribal gaming. Tribal Operators […]
Lottery
March 12, 2026
Powerball Awards Two Prizes of $1M to Lucky Players in Illinois and Montana
Yesterday’s Powerball drawing failed to elect a grand winner, although that is to be expected, considering that the game’s previous jackpot was hit earlier this month. Despite that, two players won prizes of $1 million each after correctly guessing all numbers but the Powerball. Two Players Became Millionaires The March 11 drawing saw US lottery […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
BGC Wants to Educate Players about How to Recognize Illegal Websites
This time around, the BGC is looking to change its focus on helping players recognize and tell illegal gambling websites from the legitimate and licensed ones. This has long been touted as a viable strategy, with few parties interested in actively reaching out to players and educating them about this particular aspect of the experience. […]
Blockchain
February 27, 2026
UKGC Eyes Crypto Payments Amid New Cryptoasset Regime Proposals
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is considering opportunities to use cryptocurrency for payments as Great Britain’s new rules on crypto could become a reality. As a result, the regulator discussed the matter with its Industry Forum, asking for opinions on the matter. UK Mulls Over Crypto Framework, UKGC Eyes Crypto Payments in Gaming Speaking at […]
Blockchain
February 19, 2026
“Bitcoin Takeover” to be Held in Circa Las Vegas at the Same Time as Bitcoin 2026 Conference
A three-day cryptocurrency event called the “Bitcoin Takeover” will be hosted at a downtown Las Vegas casino. It will be hosted by Circa Resort & Casino, well-known across the US for its cryptocurrency integration and forward thinking. Guests are able to trade in Bitcoin for refreshments and meals. While there may be a Bitcoin ATM […]
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
February 16, 2026
Man Pleads Not Guilty in $1M Crypto Scam Used to Fuel Gambling
The US Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut has announced that a man has been indicted in connection with a nearly $1-million cryptocurrency fraud scheme that was allegedly used by the perpetrator to fund his gambling expenses. Man Charged with Setting Up Fake Crypto Investment Fund E. R., 24, appeared before US Magistrate Judge […]
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
February 10, 2026
Turkey Freezes $1B Worth of Crypto, Alleged to Be Tied to Gambling
Turkey has taken a dim view of cryptocurrencies and illegal gambling, seeing both as a way to undermine the national currency, skirt taxes, and weaken the economy. This has led to a multi-agency effort to stamp out gambling-related and money laundering crime, which is now paying off with Istanbul’s Chief Public Prosecutor confirming that more […]
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
February 9, 2026
CryptoGames Surpasses 9.5B Dice Bets Thanks to Its Focus on Sustainable Bonusing
Crypto casino CryptoGames announced that its business has reached a major milestone as fans have placed 9.5 billion Dice bets. In addition to celebrating this achievement, the company reiterated its commitment to running a transparent, data-driven crypto gaming business. CryptoGames Reaches a Major Milestone In its announcement, CryptoGames said that the 9.5 billion Dice bets […]
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 […]
Business
March 12, 2026
Betsson to Acquire Rhino Entertainment Group’s Canada License
Swedish online gambling company Betsson has announced it will acquire Rhino Entertainment Group’s B2C business in Canada, as well as a set of technology assets for its B2B operations, for a total sum of EUR 64.5 million (about $74.3 million). Betsson to Purchase Rhino Entertainment Group The acquisition encompasses multiple Rhino Group entities that collectively […]
Business
March 12, 2026
LCKY Group Names Industry Veteran Alex Manning as CTO
LCKY Group, the company formerly known as Glitnor, announced a major new appointment, saying that the experienced Alex Manning will join its fold as its group chief technology officer. The new addition to the company’s C-suite comes not long after its strategic rebrand. LCKY Onboards Former L&W CTO to Its C-Suite LCKY Group hailed Manning’s […]
Business
March 6, 2026
FanDuel Reportedly Parts Ways with Sports Prez Mike Raffensperger
Mike Raffensperger, FanDuel’s president of sports, is reportedly preparing to exit the company. His departure comes amid a somewhat turbulent period of FanDuel’s parent company, Flutter Entertainment, although sources suggested that his decision is unrelated to that fact. FanDuel to Distribute Raffensperger’s Responsibilities Among Its Team According to reports, Raffensperger announced his departure in an […]
Business
March 12, 2026
Wynn Resumes Work on Al Marjan Island Project Following Brief Pause
International gaming and hospitality giant Wynn Resorts has published an update on its Wynn Al Marjan Island project in the UAE, confirming that construction has resumed after a short pause related to the ongoing war in Iran. Wynn Had Halted the Construction Due to the War in Iran Wynn Resorts previously halted its […]
Business
March 5, 2026
Entain Reports Strong FY2025 as BetMGM Reaches Profitability
Entain achieved substantial growth in fiscal year 2025, propelled by solid online expansion and successful operational results from its BetMGM venture. The London-based betting and gaming company generated stronger earnings and improved cash flow. It also achieved its first full year of profitability through its American business partnership, signaling a shift from years of heavy […]
Business
March 11, 2026
Genius Sports to Continue Investment in Sports Firm Legend and Prediction Markets
Sports technology company Genius Sports has recently released its FY25 financial results, reporting group-wide revenue growth of 31%, rising from $510 million the previous year to $669.6 million. The company expects to exceed $1 billion in revenue by the end of 2026 following its acquisition of sports content and media firm Legend earlier this year, […]
Business
March 5, 2026
Visualize Group Acquires BMM Testlabs in an Unprecedented Deal
Private investment firm Visualize Group announced that it has acquired BMM Testlabs, one of the biggest names in gaming certification, for an undisclosed sum. This was notably an unprecedented move that was called the “first-ever control acquisition of a major regulated gaming testing laboratory.” The Deal is an Industry First While Visualize did not disclose […]
Business
March 9, 2026
Underdog Acquires Aristotle Exchange to Launch Event Contracts on Its Own
Underdog, an up-and-coming US sports business, confirmed that it has acquired the Aristotle Exchange DCM and Aristotle Exchange DCO. The first of these two businesses is a designated contract market (DCM), while the other is a derivatives clearing organization (DCO). Underdog to Offer Event Contracts Under Its Own Exchange According to the announcement, the acquisition […]
Business
March 4, 2026
Allwyn & Novibet Abandon Merger Due to Competition Concerns
Gaming entertainment giant Allwyn International has decided to withdraw its planned acquisition of Novibet’s parent company, Logflex MT Holding Limited, due to regulatory concerns. The decision follows recent feedback from the Greek competition regulator. Allwyn Sought to Acquire the Novibet Parent On March 4, Allwyn announced that the acquisition of a majority stake in Logflex […]
Casino
March 12, 2026
BC.GAME Lunches New Sci-fi Themed Slot Star Wins, Igniting an Interstellar Battle
BC.GAME has launched a new sci-fi-themed slot, Star Wins, bringing a space-inspired adventure to the platform through a gameplay format built around the clash between Light and Dark factions. Star Wins features a 5×4 layout with 1,024 ways to win, combining cascading wins, transforming mystery symbols, and faction-based feature mechanics in one game. Built around […]
Casino
March 12, 2026
Semiahmoo First Nation to Buy Great Canadian’s Elements Casino Surrey
Great Canadian Entertainment and the Semiahmoo First Nation’s economic development arm, SE-MI-AH-MU Development Corporation, have finalized an agreement for the sale of Elements Casino Surrey. “Eight Such Agreement with British Columbia First Nations” The transaction is currently pending a series of standard regulatory approvals, as well as customary closing conditions, and the official consent of […]
Casino
March 10, 2026
Nevada Urges Casinos Not to Underplay the Risk of Cyberattacks
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has once again issued a warning to casinos in the Silver State, cautioning them not to downplay the threat of cyber attacks against their operations and systems, and citing the rise of such incidents over the past months. Employees Need to Be Vigilant as Cybersecurity Risks Persist The regulator […]
Casino
March 12, 2026
Monmouth Park Casino Resort Expansion Plan Gains Support
Plans to transform Monmouth Park Racetrack into a large entertainment and sports destination are moving forward, although concerns remain about a proposed residential component. New Casino and Sports Complex Planned for Monmouth Park Operators of the historic racetrack presented a redevelopment concept that would expand the site in Oceanport. The proposal includes a casino resort, […]
Casino
March 10, 2026
Boyd New Casino Update: Cadence Crossing to Open March 25
It’s official: Boyd Gaming has set the opening date for Cadence Crossing Casino in Henderson, its newest casino in the Las Vegas area. The property will open its doors to the public at noon on Wednesday, March 25. 450 Slot Machines, No Table Games at Opening Located at 920 N. Boulder Highway, right next to […]
Casino
March 11, 2026
Las Vegas Visitor Eyes Lawsuit After Scorpion Sting in Hotel Room
Casino visits are something we usually associate with leisure, good memories, and the thrill of firing up the reels of a slot machine. One unfortunate Las Vegas visitor, however, ended up returning home with memories of intense pain after being stung by a scorpion in his hotel room. Stings Are Rarely Dangerous, But Usually Hurt […]
Casino
March 10, 2026
Swiss Casinos Zurich Busts Global Cut-Card Scam
The World Game Protection Conference (WGPC)paid its tributes to Swiss Casinos Zurich, which helped tackle an international gang of baccarat scammers, CDC Gaming originally reported. The conference, which focuses on the gambling industry’s integrity and pays specific attention to scammers, such as card counters, chip pocketing, and more, has been an annual meeting place for […]
Casino
March 11, 2026
Mohegan Sun Player Wins Two Slot Jackpots on Same Day, Tops $200K
The prominent Connecticut casino has recently become the spot for a back-to-back jackpot won by the same person on the gaming floor’s slot machines. While the winner’s name was withheld, the person had won more than $200,000 on the same day, with the Mohegan Sun’s X account joking about “not seeing double.” One lucky guest […]
Casino
March 10, 2026
Dutch Gambling Sector Urges Tax Review After Revenue Drop
Key stakeholders in the Netherlands’ gambling industry are urging the government to reassess its current tax policy after projections showed a significant decline in tax income from the sector during 2025. Dutch Industry Warns Gambling Tax Hikes Cut State Revenue Industry representatives, including the Netherlands Online Gambling Association (VNLOK) and the state-backed Nederlandse Loterij, have […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
Blask Report Highlights Offshore Platform Dominance in the US
A new analysis from AI market analytics platform Blask shows that despite years of legalization and rapid growth, offshore operators remain the dominant force in the US gambling sector. The firm’s 2025 assessment of the US online gambling landscape reveals an enormous, yet fragmented market that operates through a patchwork of distinct state-level systems. Revenue […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
LVCVA: Las Vegas Sees More Sports Bets and a Change in Visitor Demographics
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has released its 2025 Visitor Profile report, revealing several notable insights about the city, showing that spending on sporting events nearly doubled, while visitors also increased their spending on attractions. Sports Have Had a Significant Role in Increased Las Vegas Visitors As Las Vegas continues to host […]
Industry
March 11, 2026
California Cardrooms Strike Back as Government Seeks to Stop TPPP Blackjack
California’s cardrooms have initiated the “legal remedies” they promised they would pursue as the state seeks to ban them from offering their flagship blackjack games. The challenge to Attorney General Rob Bonta and the Bureau of Gambling Control’s sweeping regulatory changes comes in the form of two separate lawsuits. California’s New Rules Will Jeopardize Entire […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
BGC Wants to Educate Players about How to Recognize Illegal Websites
This time around, the BGC is looking to change its focus on helping players recognize and tell illegal gambling websites from the legitimate and licensed ones. This has long been touted as a viable strategy, with few parties interested in actively reaching out to players and educating them about this particular aspect of the experience. […]
Industry
March 11, 2026
Washington Moves to Restrict College Athlete Prop Bets
Lawmakers in Washington are considering a decisive step to reshape how sports wagering is conducted within the state. Senate Bill 6137 (SB 6137) would adjust how sportsbooks offer wagers on collegiate athletics while maintaining the state’s strict regulations, which currently permit sports betting exclusively at tribal casinos. The bill also tackles the increasingly contentious sports […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
Pennsylvania Wants to Promote Awareness of Underage Gambling
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has launched a new campaign geared towards raising awareness about underage gambling, which is becoming an increasingly challenging problem for the state and the country as a whole. Billed “What’s Really at Stake,” the campaign, which has a website by the same name and ends on dot com, shares […]
Industry
March 11, 2026
Officials Assure Higher Gas Prices from the Iran War Won’t Affect Las Vegas Tourism
Steve Hill, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), said it is still too soon for Las Vegas to respond to the recent surge in gasoline prices that have followed the start of the Iran war. Las Vegas Tourism Won’t Be Affected, LVCVA President Says Hill noted after Tuesday’s LVCVA […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
A Bill Seeks to Earmark a Significant Percentage of Gambling Taxes for Tackling Addiction
A bipartisan bill is now making its way through Congress and looking for a way to address problem gambling in the country, by allocating a significant part of the money levied from gambling taxes to fighting addiction, compulsive gambling, and more. The proposal called the Providing Opportunities for Individuals In Need of Treatment & Support […]
Industry
March 11, 2026
AGEM Index Slides in February as More Tech Stocks Post Losses
The AGEM Index declined significantly in February, extending a losing streak that has exacerbated the uncertainty within the casino technology sector. The index, which tracks the share price performance of major gaming equipment suppliers, declined by 194.49 points. This figure represents a 10.7% decrease from January and an almost 9% drop year-over-year. The results follow […]
Legal
March 12, 2026
AUSTRAC Admits Legal Action Against Star Entertainment Has Been Slow, But Necessary
The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) has acknowledged that the legal proceedings against The Star Entertainment Group are taking longer than anticipated. However, the body stood by its decision to take legal action against the casino company due to the severity of its violations. The Star Has Been Facing Severe Regulatory Setbacks for Years […]
Legal
March 10, 2026
Resorts World Whistleblower Sues Hollywood Studio Boss for Alleged Breach of Contract
Robert James Cipriani, a man whose name became synonymous with lawsuits against Resorts World Las Vegas, has now initiated a lawsuit against Jeff Shell, the president of Paramount Skydance. In his complaint, Cipriani alleged that Shell did not pay him for 18 months of work he did for the company. “The Oldest Form of Fraud” […]
Legal
March 5, 2026
Former Med Exec and Tax Evader Caught at Atlantic City Casino with $400K Cash
Alex Kleiman, 44, from Long Beach, pleaded guilty in December 2025 to tax evasion after failing to pay nearly $3 million in federal income taxes. As part of his plea agreement, he was required to stop gambling and participate in addiction counseling. However, just one month after entering the plea, he went to the Ocean […]
Legal
March 9, 2026
Iowa Criminal Investigator Sues DCI over Wrongful Termination Tied to Betting Probe
Mark Ludwick, a former agent at the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), previously criticized and testified against the body’s mishandled investigation into betting fraud at college campuses. He was later fired and is now suing the body over what he believes was retaliation. The DCI Misused GeoComply to Investigate Student Athletes According to Ludwick’s […]
Legal
March 4, 2026
Guest Sues Mississippi Casino After Rude Awakening & Trespassing Charges
A Wisconsin man is suing a Mississippi casino, the workers of which awoke him to move a camper that wasn’t even his. To make matters worse, the casino involved the police, chased the man out, and raised trespassing charges against him. A Casino Visit Turned Sour A year ago, Mark Charron of Wisconsin was visiting […]
Legal
March 6, 2026
What Would You Have Done? TikToker Returns Accidental $8.7M Transfer
Imagine logging into your bank account and seeing almost nine million dollars sitting there by mistake. That’s exactly what happened to TikTok user @shawnainchapterland when Fidelity Investments accidentally wired $8.7 million into her account. “I Could Be Watching This Mess From a Beach in the Seychelles” With the cost of living rising and wallets feeling […]
Legal
March 4, 2026
Store Clerk Who Was Shot During Robbery Sues Skill Games Company
A Philadelphia store clerk narrowly evaded a tragic end after being shot in the face during an armed robbery. The man is now suing the skill games company whose machines were the cause of the attack. The Robbers Were After the Skill Game Money The plaintiff is the 27-year-old Ahmedein Maham, who was shot during […]
Legal
March 5, 2026
Court Allows Partial Secrecy for Ex-Entain Executives
A London judge has imposed reporting restrictions on parts of a previous judgment involving former gambling executives Kenny Alexander and Lee Feldman, allowing most of the decision to be published while shielding certain findings that might impact a future criminal trial. Until then, the public will see only part of the civil judgment. Alexander and […]
Legal
March 2, 2026
Austrian Prosecutors Charge Former Novomatic Executives in Bribery Case
Austria’s top anti-corruption prosecutors have brought bribery charges against two leading figures in the country’s gaming industry. Johann Graf, founder and owner of Novomatic, and former chief executive Harald Neuman, along with Heinz-Christian Strache, vice-chancellor of the far-right Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ), have all been implicated in this growing scandal. The Two Executives Allegedly […]
Lottery
March 12, 2026
Powerball Awards Two Prizes of $1M to Lucky Players in Illinois and Montana
Yesterday’s Powerball drawing failed to elect a grand winner, although that is to be expected, considering that the game’s previous jackpot was hit earlier this month. Despite that, two players won prizes of $1 million each after correctly guessing all numbers but the Powerball. Two Players Became Millionaires The March 11 drawing saw US lottery […]
Lottery
March 12, 2026
Jersey Cash 5 Game Leads to $3.4M Payout
Another day and another jackpot has dropped with the Jersey Cash 5 drawing minting yet another millionaire. This time, the Tuesday drawing has led to a $3.4 million payout, with the lucky ticket bought at the Quick Stop Food Market, 881 Chamber St. in Trenton, New Jersey. Because of the sale, the store will also […]
Lottery
March 10, 2026
Powerball Jackpot Survives, Reaches $58M for the Wednesday Drawing
The Monday Powerball drawing has passed without a significant win, although a slight slowdown is to be expected, considering the fact that the previous jackpot landed just a few days ago. In any case, the game’s top prize has started building up again and is now nearing the $60 million mark. The Powerball Jackpot Survived […]
Lottery
March 11, 2026
Illinois Player Becomes $533M Richer as First Mega Millions Jackpot of 2026 Lands
The Mega Millions jackpot has finally been won after a player in Illinois matched all numbers for the Tuesday drawing, winning a staggering $533 million. This is notably the first Mega Millions jackpot for 2026. The First Mega Millions Jackpot for 2026 Is Here After eluding players for more than three months, the Mega Millions […]
Lottery
March 10, 2026
Colorado Man Who Used to Live Rough Has U-Turn in Life with $1M Jackpot Win
A man who was down on his luck would have a second chance at a decent life after he won the 200X scratch game in Colorado. The winner, one Jonathan G, used to live rough, but his luck was beginning to turn around – he just didn’t know how much. First, he secured a day […]
Lottery
March 11, 2026
UK Lottery Ticket Wins $243M from EuroMillions Game
Another millionaire has been minted in the United Kingdom, with a single ticket now confirmed to have won the EuroMillions jackpot. The winner claimed the staggering GBP 181,073,415.70 ($243 million ~). A winner has not stepped forward to claim the prize, the Allwyn-operated lottery said, but there have been some details released by the company, […]
Lottery
March 9, 2026
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $46M for Today’s Drawing
Fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Powerball drawing, hoping for another big windfall. While the jackpot was recently won, it has now started building up again, reaching $46 million for tonight’s drawing. The Previous Drawing Minted a New Millionaire The previous Powerball drawing took place last Saturday. While the jackpot remained elusive, a single player […]
Lottery
March 11, 2026
$2.5M Lottery Ticket Sold in Pennsylvania – Winner Yet to Step Forward
A lottery ticket sold in Berks County has turned its owner into a millionaire, after the Pennsylvania Lottery confirmed that the lucky soul had won the $2.5-million top prize. The ticket was bought for the $120,000,000 Payout lottery game and has not yet been claimed, but the lottery has hurried to share details, helping the […]
Lottery
March 9, 2026
Mega Millions Fan in Florida Wins $4M as Jackpot Exceeds Half a Billion Dollars
The Friday Mega Millions drawing interrupted the apparent lull with two simultaneous prizes of over a million dollars. However, the game’s top prize remained unclaimed and has now exceeded half a billion dollars. Two Players Became Millionaires Two lucky Mega Millions players won seven-figure sums, official game data shows. In the meantime, the drawing that […]
Poker
March 12, 2026
Stake Launches Fast-Fold Poker Game with $1M Giveaway
Crypto casino platform Stake has rolled out a new online poker format called Next!, and it’s launching the game with a major promotion. To mark the debut, the company is offering $1 million in prizes through a series of giveaways. Nonstop Table Movement The new poker variant became available earlier this month on both Stake’s […]
Poker
March 11, 2026
Poker Room Raid at The Lodge in Round Rock Sparks Questions
The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock, Texas, known for its lively poker scene, experienced an unexpected interruption Tuesday morning (March 10) when law enforcement conducted a raid. Reports from people at the scene indicate that the Texas Alcohol and Beverage Commission (TABC), along with state police, were involved. Confusion at the Scene At this […]
Poker
February 12, 2026
Lifelong Caesars Rewards Member Strikes $1.2M Jackpot
Caesars Entertainment has announced and publicized the most recent win of a longtime player, a member of the Caesars Awards program, who secured the life-altering $1.20 million payout at the Horseshoe Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino. First Big Winner from New Progressive Network Announced in Iowa The jackpot drop occurred on Saturday, February 7, and […]
Poker
March 10, 2026
CoinPoker Debuts New App with Rake Free Poker, Signs Abby Merk and Papo MC
Online poker site CoinPoker launched a new software client and mobile app in March 2026 alongside rake-free poker games and the signing of new sponsored players. Joining the site’s ambassador team – already including some of the top names in poker, such as three-time Triton Series champion Mario Mosböck and WSOP Online main event champion Benjamin ‘Bencb’ […]
Poker
February 12, 2026
Phil Hellmuth Gifts $100K+ Watch to PrizePicks Founder Adam Wexler
Phil Hellmuth, one of the world’s legendary poker players and an outspoken Internet celebrity, has shared a video on X that showed him and Adam Wexler, the CEO and Founder of PrizePicks, a prediction market and DFS platform, hanging out. That Hellmuth would move in the same circles as Wexler is not surprising, but the […]
Poker
February 25, 2026
FanDuel Eyes US Online Poker Expansion
Flutter Entertainment may be gearing up for a high-profile poker launch in the United States. New evidence suggests that FanDuel and its sister platform, PokerStars, are considering deeper integration and exploring potential synergies to deliver a comprehensive experience to users. Favorable market conditions in the USA could significantly accelerate this rumoured launch. Conditions in the […]
Poker
February 10, 2026
Ex-Tottenham Player Dele Alli Reportedly Lost $190K in Late-Night Poker Sessions
Dele Alli, a celebrated former Tottenham ace and soccer player, has run into another spot of bad luck tied to his gambling, the Daily Mail reported. According to the publication, Alli lost about GBP 150,000 ($190,000) in late-night poker games at the Victoria Casino in London, the United Kingdom. The outlet cited sources that described […]
Poker
February 20, 2026
Man Found Guilty of Murder Despite Missing Body, Weapon
One Willie James Jr. has been found guilty of the presumed murder of victim Andrew Watson II. A Jury at an Ingham County Circuit Court jury found James guilty of the crime, despite the lack of definitive evidence, such as the murder weapon or Watson’s body. However, the victim’s blood was discovered in the presumed […]
Poker
February 5, 2026
Phil Hellmuth Buys $2.8M Elaine Wynn’s Las Vegas Condo
Poker ace Phil Hellmuth has bought Elaine Wynn’s, Steve Wynn’s former wife, Las Vegas condo for $2.8 million, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported. The property is located in a luxury high-rise, Park Towers at 1 Hughes Center Drive. The purchase comes after Hellmuth moved to Las Vegas in December with his wife, the Review-Journal reported, […]
Prediction Markets
March 12, 2026
US Tribes Discuss the Dangers of Prediction Markets at UINO Meeting
America’s tribal leaders have once again rejected the divisive prediction markets sector, calling for the government to protect tribal sovereignty from the rapidly growing vertical. Speaking at the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma (UINO) March quarterly meeting, representatives of various tribal organizations reaffirmed that event contracts threaten the very foundations of tribal gaming. Tribal Operators […]
Prediction Markets
March 11, 2026
Ohio Judge Says Kalshi Is Gambling – Orders It to Stick to the Law
Kalshi is waddling through the familiar quagmire that has judges and regulators second-guessing the nature of its products. Is it a platform offering financial products and trades regulated under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, or is it a covert form of gambling, as trade group Gambling Is Not Investing insists? Kalshi Faces Another Legal Setback […]
Prediction Markets
March 9, 2026
Better Markets Slams Prediction Markets as Gambling, Warns of Potential Insider Trading
Better Markets, an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization promoting a healthy financial system, has become one of the latest critics of the growing prediction markets sector. The company echoed claims that the event contracts offered by such platforms constitute gambling and said that the industry has gone far beyond anything the CFTC intended it to do. […]
Prediction Markets
March 11, 2026
Polymarket Teams Up With Palantir to Strengthen Sports Market Oversight
Polymarket has unveiled a partnership with technology firm Palantir Technologies and artificial intelligence specialist TWG AI to develop a sophisticated monitoring system designed to safeguard sports-related prediction markets. The initiative aims to boost transparency and detect irregular trading behavior as the sector faces growing scrutiny from regulators and sports organizations. Polymarket Deploys AI Surveillance to […]
Prediction Markets
March 9, 2026
Kalshi and Polymarket Eye $20B Valuations Amid Scrutiny
Prediction market giants Kalshi and Polymarket are reportedly aiming for valuations of around $20 billion each, according to sources cited by The Wall Street Journal. Early Talks Both companies have been involved in talks with potential investors regarding possible capital raises that would push their market value to that level. These discussions are still early, […]
Prediction Markets
March 10, 2026
Experts Warn Prediction Market Disputes May Reach Supreme Court
The nation’s highest court may decide the future of prediction markets in the United States as disputes between states, platforms, and federal regulators leave the sector shrouded in uncertainty. Industry experts speaking at the NEXT Focus: Emerging Verticals conference in New York this week said the fast-growing sector is on a collision course with the […]
Prediction Markets
March 6, 2026
Illinois Moves to Rein In Prediction Markets with Strict New Bill
Illinois lawmakers are considering a proposal that would give the state significant control over prediction markets. This move could mark one of the most ambitious efforts by a US state to regulate the fast-growing sector. If the bill moves forward, it could lead to challenges from the CFTC and platforms like Kalshi, which contend that […]
Prediction Markets
March 10, 2026
Kalshi Expands to Brazil with Brokerage Firm XP
Bloomberg has reported that Kalshi is now expanding further afield in Brazil, following an interview with company co-founder Luana Lopes Lara and the media outlet. Kalshi Delivers on Promise to Expand Further Globally The partnership is part of the company’s broader expansion strategy that will rely on established financial partners overseas rather than seek to […]
Prediction Markets
March 6, 2026
Michigan Takes Kalshi to Court, Becoming the Latest State to Tackle Prediction Markets
Prediction markets giant Kalshi has found itself in trouble in yet another state after Michigan’s attorney general launched a lawsuit against its parent company. The complaint asserts that the company violated the state’s gaming laws by offering wagers without a license. Kalshi Finds Itself in Trouble in Another State Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has […]
Sports
March 12, 2026
Ravens Cancel Maxx Crosby Trade After Medical Concerns
A high-profile NFL trade involving star pass rusher Maxx Crosby has collapsed after the Baltimore Ravens withdrew from an agreement with the Las Vegas Raiders due to medical concerns discovered during a routine examination. Baltimore Backs Out of Maxx Crosby Deal Over Knee Concerns The teams had reached a deal that would have sent Crosby […]
Sports
March 11, 2026
Youngsters Use Sports Betting and Prediction Markets as Financial Shortcuts
Even as half of Americans report feeling financially secure this year, a growing number of young adults have begun seeking quicker paths to wealth through high-risk ventures such as sports betting, cryptocurrencies, and prediction markets. That’s according to Northwestern Mutual’s newly released 2026 Planning & Progress Study, which looks at financial behaviors and attitudes across […]
Sports
March 9, 2026
Bet365 Becomes the UFC’s Official Betting Partner for US & CA
Global betting and gaming leader bet365 has penned a major deal with the UFC, replacing DraftKings as the MMA organization’s official sports betting partner for the US and Canada. Bet365 Becomes the UFC’s Latest Betting Ally In its announcement, the UFC confirmed the operator as its official sports betting partner. This arrangement comes shortly after […]
Sports
March 10, 2026
MLS Slams Two Players with Permanent Bans over Insider Betting
Two Major League Soccer (MLS) athletes have been slammed with bans due to gambling-related violations. The pair included Derrick Jones and Yaw Yeboah, who were found guilty of betting on games involving their own teams. The Two Players Received Lifetime Bans from the MLS According to the MLS, Jones and Yeboah breached the league’s prohibition […]
Sports
March 9, 2026
Bettors Back Oliveira as He Dominates Holloway at UFC 326
Charles Oliveira won an impressive victory at UFC 326 in Las Vegas, controlling nearly every phase of his bout with Max Holloway to claim the symbolic BMF title by unanimous decision. During his post-fight interview, Oliveira even asked if there was room for him on the UFC’s proposed White House fight card, indicating that the […]
Sports
March 10, 2026
Australian Banks Urged to Crack Down on Offshore Gambling
Chief executive officer of Entain Australia and New Zealand, Andrew Vouris, believes banks from Down Under need to step up and improve the monitoring of transactions tied to illegal offshore gaming platforms. His comments are born from the growing concerns regarding the large number of websites targeting Australian players that operate from jurisdictions like Curaçao […]
Sports
March 9, 2026
Georgia Won’t Have Sports Betting as Lawmakers Block Residents from Voting
That the 8th most populous state in the United States does not have a regulated sports betting framework feels not only counterintuitive – it is potentially harming millions of sports fans, the economy, and fueling a black market. Sports Betting Vote Is Non-Starter in Sports-Happy Georgia House Resolution 450 was ultimately stalled in the Georgia […]
Sports
March 10, 2026
Tennis Player Threatened Before Match as WTA Probes Messages
A disturbing series of threats directed at professional tennis players has raised fresh concerns about athlete safety and the growing problem of abuse linked to sports betting. Tennis Star Says Family Threatened Before Quarterfinal in Antalya Hungarian player Panna Udvardy revealed that she received violent messages on her private phone before competing at a tournament […]
Sports
March 6, 2026
PrizePicks Bids Canada Adieu, Doubles Down on US Push
PrizePicks has pulled the plug on its Ontario, Canada operations, with the company doubling down on the United States instead. The company, which is primarily known for its daily fantasy sports offering, has recently been expanding into prediction markets, an exciting new space bringing a ton of opportunity for mainstream and DFS platforms alike. PrizePicks […]
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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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