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Melanie Porter's latest articles
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.
Industry
September 8, 2025
Court Delays Ruling on Control of 1-800-GAMBLER Line
The future of who controls the national gambling helpline remains unresolved after a New Jersey court pushed back its decision once again. The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) confirmed Friday that the ruling, which was already delayed once, is now scheduled for September 22. The CCGNJ VS NCPG Battle The legal battle […]
Casino
September 8, 2025
Las Vegas to Inject $3.65M in NBA Cup and College Football
Las Vegas is reiterating its leading position as a premier sports destination, with tourism leaders giving the green light to millions in funding to bring major events to the city. Namely, the official destination marketing organization that promotes “tourism, conventions, meetings and special events” in Southern Nevada, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), […]
Business
September 5, 2025
MGM CEO Hornbuckle: “Las Vegas Is Not Dead”
On Thursday, MGM Resorts International chief executive officer Bill Hornbuckle reiterated his belief that social media claims that Las Vegas visitors are being overcharged are not valid. “We Ran 98% This Weekend” Speaking at the Bank of America Securities 2025 Gaming and Lodging Conference in New York City, Hornbuckle, who previously expressed his confidence in […]
Sports
September 5, 2025
Outgoing Commissioner Johnson, “Deeply Disappointed” by Prediction Markets
Kristin N. Johnson, who is stepping down from her role as Commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) after completing her full term, used her final public remarks to issue a stark warning about the rise of prediction markets. “We Have Too Few Guardrails” Speaking Wednesday at the Brookings Institution, Johnson explained that she […]
Business
September 4, 2025
Polymarket Cleared to Relaunch US Prediction Market
Polymarket, the world’s largest prediction market, is making its way back to the US after more than three years on the sidelines. The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) gave the green light on Wednesday, as announced by chief executive Shayne Coplan, clearing its path for relaunch after fixing a series of past regulatory hurdles. […]
Industry
September 4, 2025
Report Shows Rise in Youth Gambling and Gaming in BC
A new McCreary Centre Society report suggests that a disturbingly high number of teenagers in British Columbia choose to spend money on gambling and gaming, as online opportunities keep expanding across Canada. Roughly 35% of B.C. Teens Gambled in the Past Year The study analyzed responses from over 38,200 young people between the ages of […]
Casino
September 3, 2025
Dutch Gambling Licences to Require Operator Exit Plans
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has introduced a new requirement for all operators applying for a remote gambling licence in the Netherlands. Mandatory “Exit Plan” Starting Next Year From January 1, 2026 onward, any business looking to obtain a new licence or renew an existing one will have to clearly explain how they would […]
Industry
September 3, 2025
Lucrative Labour Day Weekend for Virgin Hotels Slot Player
Labor Day weekend in Las Vegas delivered some serious jackpot magic for a lucky Virgin Hotels Las Vegas tourist visiting from Hawaii. $180,000 Win with $10 Wager The man, later identified by the casino as Brandon, turned a modest $10 wager into a massive payday. Sitting down at the Lightning Buffalo Link Super Grand Jackpot […]
Casino
September 2, 2025
55% of Filipino Gamblers, Unaware of Risks Tied to Illegal Sites
A new study from Filipino sociocultural research firm The Fourth Wall shows that many online gambling players in the Philippines are unaware of the risks tied to unregulated platforms, leaving them vulnerable to financial losses, privacy breaches, and underage exposure. The study, published on Tuesday, revealed a clear knowledge gap among players. Over half of […]
Casino
September 2, 2025
Billionaire Sues Star Sydney Over $57M Gambling Loss
A Chinese-born billionaire property developer has decided to sue The Star Sydney for AUD 57 million ($37.2 million), claiming the casino took advantage of his gambling addiction and language barriers to encourage his massive losses. He Signed Papers He Couldn’t Read Phillip Dong Fang Lee alleges that he was misled into signing documents he did […]
