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Melanie Porter
Senior WriterMelanie specializes in analyzing legalities and the ongoing development of land-based gaming infrastructure. She tracks zoning regulations, casino expansions, and the legislative hurdles of resort development. Her sharp insights guide operators through the complex permitting processes required to build tomorrow’s premier brick-and-mortar gaming destinations.
Casino
April 17, 2026
Hawaii Weighs Gambling Benefits Against Social Risks
A Hawaii gaming group with a focus on the legalization of gambling is trying to determine whether the benefits of the revenue generated by gambling truly outweigh the potential issues the activity is frequently criticized for. For Senator Lynn DeCoite, co-chair of the state’s Tourism and Gaming Working Group (TGWG), the matter is rather personal, […]
Industry
April 17, 2026
Alberta’s Online Betting Market Draws 32 Operators Before Launch
It’s set: Alberta will launch its regulated online gambling market on July 13, 2026, bringing about a significant shift in the way the Canadian province tackles the activity. As expected, dozens of major operators, including DraftKings and PointsBet have already expressed their intention to enter the market. DraftKings said it plans to offer both sports […]
Casino
April 10, 2026
Ex-Lawmaker Seeks Return of $800K Pension in Court
Former Massachusetts lawmaker David Nangle wants his pension restored, several years after a federal fraud conviction ended his political career. He Diverted $70,000 to Gamble and Play Golf The now 65-year-old represented Lowell in the state legislature for over two decades, but his career unraveled in 2021 when he pleaded guilty to charges including wire […]
Casino
April 10, 2026
Trump Heads to Vegas to Push “No Tax on Tips” Plan
President Donald Trump is looking to promote his “No Tax on Tips” policy during a rally in Southern Nevada scheduled for Thursday, April 16, just one day after the federal tax filing deadline. Workers Would Deduct Up to $25K in Tips The proposal is an important piece of the One Big Beautiful Bill, the controversial […]
Casino
April 9, 2026
Court Orders Mental Evaluation in Casino Shooting Case
A court in Maverick County has approved a request for a mental evaluation in the case of the suspect in last year’s fatal shooting at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass, Texas, US. Shooting Followed by Police Chase The alleged shooter, 35-year-old Keryan Rashad Jones from San Antonio, has been accused of opening […]
Casino
April 9, 2026
Wrongful Casino Arrest Case Raises AI Policing Concerns
At the end of January, we reported on a very peculiar case of wrongful arrest at a casino in Reno in 2023, where law enforcement relied on facial recognition technology a little too much, to put it lightly. “100% Match” Led to a Disaster Three years ago in September, truck driver Jason Killinger was flagged […]
Casino
April 8, 2026
Pennsylvania Skill Games Legal Fight Reaches Key Moment
It looks like the legal status of unregulated skill games in Pennsylvania is finally heading toward a major turning point as the Pennsylvania Supreme Court is getting ready to decide whether the machines should be treated as illegal gambling. At the same time, lawmakers in Harrisburg are busy figuring out potential regulations that could provide […]
Casino
April 7, 2026
Maine Tribes Join Lawsuit Over Online Gaming Rights
In January, the Wabanaki Nations in Maine, US, were officially allowed to “operate online gambling to support economic development and investments in Tribal communities”, as per Governor Janet Mills’ decision to turn LD 1164 into law. The respective bill, called “An Act to Create Economic Opportunity for the Wabanaki Nations,” offered tribes the exclusive right […]
Industry
April 7, 2026
Cantor Affiliate Files Patent Lawsuits Against DraftKings and FanDuel
An affiliate of “iconic global financial institution with world-class talent, providing specialized sector expertise, innovative products, and personalized solutions”, Cantor Fitzgerald, has launched new legal action against two of the biggest names in US sports betting. Interactive Games LLC is accusing DraftKings and FanDuel of using patented technology without permission, allegedly infringing five patents originally […]
Casino
April 6, 2026
Still a Hard No: Poll Says NJ Voters Continue to Oppose Casino Plans
Some things never change. Among them is the firm stance against gambling beyond Atlantic City that the people of New Jersey, US, have been expressing for 10 years. According to the latest survey from Fairleigh Dickinson University, “voters still oppose casino expansion.” “The Same Outcome” Despite renewed political interest in allowing casinos at new locations, […]
