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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.
Casino
February 25, 2026
Wynn Resorts Confirms the Breach, Faces First Customer Lawsuit
Wynn Resorts is dealing with more than a bad week on the stock market. The luxury casino company confirmed that an unauthorized third party accessed employee data last week, though the company says the stolen information has reportedly been deleted. The Breach Affected 800,000 Employees “We have learned that an unauthorized third party acquired certain […]
Sports
February 24, 2026
Mexico Proposes Evening Curfew for Gambling Ads
Federal deputy Jerico Abramo Masso from Mexico is determined to limit late-night gambling ads on TV, in a new attempt to enhance protection for children and families. His new bill is aimed at stopping casinos and sports betting companies from promoting their services during what lawmakers call “family viewing hours.” Misleading and Risky Masso pointed […]
Sports
February 24, 2026
Return of the Giants: Mayweather and Pacquiao Confirm Vegas Sphere Fight
Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao will step into the ring again to compare strength and skill on September 19 at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The fight is set to stream globally on Netflix. The announcement comes shortly after Mayweather confirmed plans to come out of retirement following his 2026 exhibition match against Mike […]
Prediction Markets
February 23, 2026
Kalshi Ordered to Stop Contracts in Nevada Dispute
The legal battle between Nevada gaming regulators and New York-based prediction market KalshiEx LLC may soon reach the US Supreme Court. Kalshi, a financial services company that operates a derivatives exchange and sells what it calls “event contracts,” was ordered to stop issuing contracts following a recent ruling from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. […]
Casino
February 23, 2026
Las Vegas Hotels Sued Over Legionnaires’ Death
Another disturbing Legionnaires’ disease case in Las Vegas at two off-Strip properties results in a lawsuit. The estate of Gary Curtis Jones is alleging that the man contracted the deadly disease while spending five nights at the properties, which ultimately led to his death almost three years ago, on April 2, 2023. Rapid Disease Progress […]
Casino
February 23, 2026
Texas Mayor Busted Over Illegal Gambling Den in Back of Laundromat
Texas is a place that is surprisingly deprived of almost all forms of gambling. Online casinos and sports betting are a no-go, and the only available tribal casinos are far – on the the state’s border. This has forced some people to get creative and also identify what they would consider a “business opportunity.” One […]
Prediction Markets
February 20, 2026
Kalshi Wins Key Ruling on Sports Event Contracts in Tennessee
Kalshi has finally scored a legal win on Thursday, February 19, 2026, after a long string of court setbacks. A federal judge in Tennessee made it clear: the company’s sports event contracts qualify as swaps under the Commodities Exchange Act (CEA), allowing the prediction market operator to continue offering them. “Kalshi Has No Interest in […]
Casino
February 20, 2026
Vegas $13 Snickers Sparks Outrage at MGM Grand Hotel
In Las Vegas, high prices are nothing new. Still, a short video filmed inside the MGM Grand has struck a nerve and reignited debate about how far casinos can push their prices before visitors push back. “Is That Out of Control or What?” Michael Levitt, a Hollywood television producer known for shows like Kathy Griffin: […]
Casino
February 19, 2026
Stake Enters Denmark with 5-Year Online Gambling License
Online betting company Stake is officially moving into Denmark, marking another step in its rapid international growth. Five-Year Online License for Casinos and Sports The company has secured a five-year licence that allows it to offer both online casino games and sports betting in the country that is already known as one of Europe’s most […]
Casino
February 19, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Advance Competing Online Casino Bills
Virginia lawmakers are taking another step toward legalizing online casinos, but the path forward is far from settled. This week, both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly approved their own versions of legislation that would allow online gambling. The Senate passed Senate Bill 118 by a narrow 19-17 vote, while the House approved House Bill […]
