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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 10, 2025
Gregorio Araneta Sells Majority Stake in PhilWeb
Gregorio Ma. Araneta III’s investment company, Gregorio Araneta Inc., has completed the sale of its controlling 57% share in PhilWeb Corp. The buyers, two local holding companies named Nexora Holdings, Inc. and Velora Holdings, Inc., paid a total of PHP 1.8 billion ($30.9 million) for the stake. This deal signals Araneta’s complete departure from the […]
Industry
October 10, 2025
Brazil’s Betting Tax Debate Reignites After Congress Rejection
The Brazilian government now faces new budget concerns after the Chamber of Deputies let Provisional Measure (MP) 1.303 lapse this week. This move derailed a big tax overhaul plan that aimed to raise taxes on online betting, financial assets, and fintech companies. The setback creates a possible gap of over BRL 50 billion ($9.2 billion) […]
Industry
October 10, 2025
New York Casino Board Starts Final Assessment of Four Downstate Proposals
The competition for New York‘s three downstate casino permits has reached its critical phase, as the state’s Gaming Facility Location Board conducted its first formal meeting this week to consider the final applications. The five-person group will assess four major bids competing for what many expect to become some of the most lucrative casino licenses […]
Casino
October 9, 2025
Jewellery Store in Cotai Exposed as Front for Gambling Cash Network
Macau law enforcement has exposed a jewelry store in Cotai that served as a cover for unlawful currency exchange and loansharking activities connected to gambling. The crackdown resulted in the capture of four people, including the store’s manager, two staff members, and a mainland Chinese individual suspected of enabling illegal loans. Macau Police Raid Reveals […]
Casino
October 9, 2025
Casino Tribes’ Donations Put Spotlight on Bonta’s Fantasy Sports Crackdown
People are taking a closer look at California Attorney General Rob Bonta after he got over $100,000 in campaign money from Native American tribes that run casinos. This happened just a few months before his office said daily fantasy sports (DFS) contests broke the law in California. California Tribes Back Bonta as He Labels Fantasy […]
Casino
October 9, 2025
Eklutna Tribe Stops Birchwood Casino Expansion Due to Federal Policy Change
The Native Village of Eklutna has suspended construction of a major tribal casino north of Anchorage. This decision comes after the Trump administration canceled a federal legal opinion that had expanded tribal control over Alaska Native allotments. Tribe Seeks Answers on Rights Before Resuming Birchwood Casino Construction The tribe had started to clear land to […]
Sports
October 8, 2025
Kalshi Sues Ohio Regulators Over Limits on Prediction Market Activities
Kalshi, an online prediction market, has taken legal action in a federal court against the Ohio Casino Control Commission and the state Attorney General. The lawsuit claims that Ohio authorities have overstepped their authority by restricting Kalshi’s ability to sell “event contracts” connected to sports results. Ohio’s Crackdown on Kalshi Sparks Federal Lawsuit Over State […]
Legal
October 8, 2025
Torch Electronics Hit With $500,000 Verdict in Missouri Gambling Case
A federal jury found that Torch Electronics, a major distributor of “gray market” gaming machines in Missouri, used unfair business practices by giving false information to retailers about whether its products were legal. Torch Electronics Fined $500,000 Over “No-Chance” Machines in Missouri Legal Battle On Monday, in St. Louis, the jury ordered Torch Electronics to […]
Industry
October 8, 2025
Aristocrat Moves Ahead with Awager Purchase to Expand Online Presence
Aristocrat Leisure Limited announced plans to buy Awager Ltd., a leading company in live slot streaming. The deal made with funds overseen by Oaktree Capital Management keeps the price under wraps and will close after getting regulatory approvals. Awager’s Live Slot Streaming Expertise Catches the Attention of Aristocrat Awager runs its business from Israel and […]
Casino
October 7, 2025
Experts Warn Underreported Gambling Harm Is Reaching Alarming Levels
Australia faces a growing gambling problem, and new studies hint that the real extent of gambling-related harm remains unknown. Even after years of government reviews and public concerns, experts claim authorities have not taken strong steps to limit the damage. Rising Gambling Losses and Hidden Harms Highlight Need for Reform A recent ABC Four Corners […]
