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Silvia Pavlof
WriterAn expert in industry analysis, Silvia closely tracks global mergers, acquisitions, and transitions in corporate strategy. She investigates market consolidation and competitive dynamics. Her sharp financial insights help executives and investors decode complex structural shifts, empowering them to navigate high-stakes deals and capitalize on emerging industry trends worldwide.
Industry
December 2, 2025
Lawmakers Set to Start a Bidding Contest for Allen County Casino License
A new plan in the Indiana Statehouse has started talks again about building a casino in Allen County, which might change the area’s gambling scene in a considerable way. House Bill 1038, put forward when the 2026 law-making season began, spells out how companies could compete to get a new business casino license just for […]
Casino
December 2, 2025
Tribes and Colorado Clash Over Sports Betting After Court Ruling
Colorado’s ongoing fight about tribal access to online sports betting has gotten worse after a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Southern Ute and Ute Mountain Ute Tribes. This led to harsh criticism from tribal leaders and new claims that the state has ignored its duties. Federal Ruling Blocks Tribal Challenge, Affirms Colorado […]
Business
December 2, 2025
VICI May Revisit Caesars’ Lease Structure as Operating Margins Tighten
Caesars Entertainment’s ongoing push to reduce the strain from its regional casino leases has caught fresh interest following recent comments by JP Morgan analyst Daniel Politzer. Investor Note Hints at Multi-Part Renegotiation Between Caesars and VICI Politzer hinted that landlord VICI Properties might be willing to change the financial terms. In an investor note last […]
Casino
December 1, 2025
State Set to Decide Fate of Long-Running New York Casino Contest
New York City’s long-running casino contest might end soon. State regulators will vote on Monday to decide its outcome. This vote has attracted a lot of attention. With Finances Tight, State Nears Crucial Vote in Shrinking Casino Contest Over the years, the contest has seen neighborhood fights, changing political trends, and many bidders. Now three […]
Poker
December 1, 2025
Poker Star Attacked in Palm Beach Home Game Over Thanksgiving
A poker game that ran late into the night in Palm Beach County turned violent during Thanksgiving week when someone attacked Maurice Hawkins, a seasoned tournament player. This is what several videos and stories shared with news outlets show. Video Shows Poker Pro Attacked During Heated Home-Game Dispute The footage, which spread online, shows the […]
Casino
November 30, 2025
CT Funeral Home Operator Faces Expanding Fraud and Gambling Claims
A Connecticut funeral home owner already caught up in a big financial misconduct investigation now faces more claims, as new papers show years of mishandling customer money and heavy gambling losses in many states. Auditors Flag Missing Payments, Leading to Fresh Charges Against Connecticut Funeral Home Owner This week, state police reported that Philip Pietras, […]
Industry
November 28, 2025
Industry Turmoil Grows After UK Unveils Sharp Tax Hikes on Digital Gaming
A sudden change in the UK’s gambling tax system has shaken up the betting industry, with big companies warning they’ll make less money, invest less, and might have to cut jobs. The new rules announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in her second budget make online gambling much more expensive for companies, but do nоt change […]
Sports
November 28, 2025
Independent Review Backs PENN’s Board in Dispute Over Director Cutback
PENN Entertainment‘s ongoing fight with activist investor HG Vora took a new turn this week after an independent review supported the casino operator’s approach to its board restructuring. Report Finds PENN Acted Properly in Reducing Board Seats Amid HG Vora Clash A report given to the US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania […]
Legal
November 28, 2025
UK High Court Blocks Media Access to Files in GVC Turkey Investigation
A High Court judge has put tight restrictions on what newspapers can say about a long-running criminal investigation linked to GVC’s former Turkey operations, making the legal fight involving the company’s past leaders even more tricky. Judge Sides with Regulators, Shutting Down Coverage of Sensitive GVC Case Justice Hill made this call on 26 November, […]
Sports
November 26, 2025
NYRA Pushes for Digital Wagering to Support Racing Industry
Horse racing officials in New York are pushing state lawmakers to make the sport more accessible to a wider audience through digital means. The New York Racing Association (NYRA) made its case at a recent Assembly hearing, suggesting that allowing online sportsbooks to offer fixed-odds bets on races could give the industry a much-needed lift. […]