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Deyan Dimitrov
WriterDeyan is an experienced writer, analyst, and seeker of forbidden lore. He has approximate knowledge about many things, which he is always willing to apply when researching and preparing his articles. With a degree in Copy-editing and Proofreading, Deyan is able to ensure that his work writing for Gambling News is always up to scratch.
Casino
February 27, 2026
New Jersey Casino Workers Ask State Supreme Court to End Smoking Ban Exemption
Casino workers in New Jersey are again pressing for an end to indoor smoking in Atlantic City’s gaming halls, this time asking the New Jersey Supreme Court to rule whether the state constitution guarantees them a right to a safe workplace. The dispute revolves around the 2006 Smoke-Free Air Act, which established a statewide ban […]
Casino
February 26, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Advance Fairfax Casino Plan with Significant Amendments
Efforts to establish a casino in Northern Virginia remain active even as lawmakers add new requirements that could delay construction and increase costs. On Tuesday, the Virginia House General Laws Committee voted 12–7 to advance Senate Bill 756 to the Appropriations Committee. The proposal would allow Fairfax County to host casino gaming, marking a significant […]
Prediction Markets
February 26, 2026
Kalshi Sues Utah Officials in Preemptive Effort Against Prediction Market Crackdown
Prediction platform Kalshi has opened a fresh challenge in federal court to prevent what it believes will be swift enforcement action by Utah officials. The legal dispute mirrors similar lawsuits in other states and aims to determine which entity has jurisdiction over the fast-growing world of event-based trading. Kalshi is seeking an injunction to prevent […]
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 […]
Prediction Markets
February 25, 2026
Senators Urge CFTC to Rein In Prediction Markets Tied to Problematic Topics
A growing group of US lawmakers who support more rigorous controls on prediction market platforms believes that certain contracts create significant dangers to public safety and public health. On February 23, a group of Senate Democrats sent a formal letter to Michael Selig, chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), demanding clearer boundaries on […]
Industry
February 24, 2026
PENN Entertainment Reaches Milestone Agreement with Minority Shareholders
PENN Entertainment has reached a truce with activist investor HG Vora Capital Management, ending the mounting internal frictions that have been plaguing the company for the past year. PENN announced a new cooperation agreement with the hedge fund and will appoint three new independent directors to its board: Heather Ace, Jeffrey Fox, and Fabio Schiavolin. […]
Industry
February 24, 2026
New York Bill Aims to Boost Transparency and Responsible Gambling
A new bill in New York could change how sports bettors keep tabs on their own habits by giving them access to their complete betting history. Assembly Bill A10329, introduced by Rebecca Kassay, would require all licensed mobile sportsbooks in New York to provide detailed monthly reports. Operators would have to send push notifications directly […]
Casino
February 23, 2026
$600M Hampton Beach Casino Redevelopment Set to Transform Historic Venue
Plans to replace the aging beachfront complex at Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom are finally in motion, as developers prepare to break ground on a sweeping redevelopment that could transform one of New Hampshire’s most recognizable coastal landmarks. The new development would mark the most ambitious private investment in Hampton Beach in recent years, breathing new […]
Prediction Markets
February 23, 2026
State of the Union Speech Sparks Trading Frenzy Across Prediction Markets
Thanks to the rise of prediction markets, the 2026 State of the Union address has evolved into more than a political event. It is a hotspot for online prediction market activity where traders can wager on every conceivable outcome tied to the speech. Prediction platforms are also steadily expanding their scope, with wagers on the […]
Industry
February 20, 2026
Wisconsin Lawmakers Advance Tribal-Led Online Sports Betting Plan
Momentum is building in Wisconsin around a proposal that could reshape the state’s sports betting landscape. The State Assembly has passed Assembly Bill 601, which would allow residents to place bets online or through mobile devices, provided those wagers are processed through servers located on tribal land. While the bill will advance to the Senate, […]
