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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.
Casino
October 30, 2025
Las Vegas Experiences Tourism and Gambling Dip in September
The economic heart of Las Vegas slowed down in September as both gambling income and tourist numbers dropped compared to the same month in the previous year. Even with this setback, experts and residents still believe the city’s ongoing growth will continue. Nevada Casinos See September Dip but Still Cross $1B Mark The Nevada Gaming […]
Industry
October 29, 2025
Gambling Industry Faces Pushback as BGC Boss Downplays Social Harm Concerns
The leader of Britain’s main betting industry group has come under fire after telling MPs that gambling does not cause “social problems.” Grainne Hurst, who runs the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), said this to the Treasury select committee this week, asking the government not to hike taxes on gambling in next month’s budget. Industry […]
Industry
October 29, 2025
Ex-Paddy Power Boss Wants Higher Gambling Taxes to Limit Addictive Betting
Stewart Kenny, who started and used to run Paddy Power, thinks gambling companies should pay more taxes. He believes this would stop them from pushing harmful betting practices. Ex-Paddy Power Boss Admits Regret, Pushes for Tougher Taxes on Gambling Industry Kenny spoke to MPs on the Treasury Committee this week. He told them bookies now […]
Industry
October 29, 2025
Nevada Regulators Deny Rio Executive’s Gaming License Due to Ethics Issues
Last week, Nevada regulators turned down a gaming license for a top executive from Dreamscape Companies Inc., which owns the Rio Hotel & Casino. They raised questions about his honesty and past work behavior. This decision throws John Eder’s future into doubt in Nevada‘s strict gaming world. Eder serves as Dreamscape’s president and chief financial […]
Business
October 28, 2025
Old Math Hides Real Effect of Pennsylvania’s Casino-Backed Property Tax Cuts
For almost two decades, Pennsylvania homeowners have seen their property taxes go down thanks to money from casinos. This year, over $1 billion will go out to lower local school taxes, the most since the program started. However, people are asking if the 20-year-old math used to figure out these payments still matches what is […]
Sports
October 28, 2025
Arkansas Attorney General Calls Prediction Markets Unlawful Gambling
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin has decided that online prediction markets without a state gaming license are breaking Arkansas law. He gave this official opinion on October 23, 2025, answering State Senator Bryan King‘s question about the legality of companies like Kalshi, which allow users to bet on future events. Arkansas AG: Platforms Like Kalshi […]
Casino
October 28, 2025
UAE Approves Single Online Gaming License for Each Emirate
The United Arab Emirates is getting ready to make a big move to grow its regulated gaming industry. The country’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) will roll out a plan to allow one online gaming license in each emirate. This approach mirrors the current system for land-based casinos, where each emirate can have one […]
Sports
October 27, 2025
Crypto.com to Stop Nevada Sports Prediction Markets Due to Legal Fight
Crypto.com plans to stop its sports event prediction market activities in Nevada on November 3, after a recent federal court ruling against the company. This move marks a big step in an ongoing legal fight about whether sports-based prediction contracts fall under federal commodities law or Nevada’s tough gambling rules. Nevada Orders Crypto.com to Suspend […]
Sports
October 27, 2025
Congress Asks NBA Commissioner to Explain Widening Gambling Investigation
US lawmakers have asked NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to update them on the escalating gambling scandal that has shaken the league and sparked fresh worries about professional basketball’s integrity. Congress Seeks NBA Accountability Amid Federal Gambling Investigations This request comes after the well-known arrests of Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat guard […]
Casino
October 27, 2025
NBA Commissioner Tackles Betting Scandal That Rocks the League
The NBA season’s first week has taken a backseat to a betting scandal that has stunned the basketball community. This week federal officials revealed they had arrested Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, and ex-NBA player Damon Jones. Each faces charges linked to unlawful betting and leaking private information. […]
