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Silvia Pavlof
AuthorSilvia has dabbled in all sorts of writing – from content writing for social media to movie scripts. She has a Bachelor's in Screenwriting and experience in marketing and producing documentary films. With her background as a customer support agent within the gambling industry, she brings valuable insight to the Gambling News writers’ team.
Business
July 8, 2025
Jefferies Sees Flutter Entertainment as Good Bet in Shaky Market
Jefferies has a positive outlook on Flutter Entertainment, which owns FanDuel. The brokerage started covering the stock again, telling investors to “Buy” and setting a target price of $380 per share. This price target is among the most optimistic on Wall Street right now and suggests the stock could go up by 35% from where […]
Sports
July 8, 2025
Goldman Sachs Gives MGM Resorts a “Sell” Rating Due to Cash Flow Concerns
MGM Resorts International saw investors grow more cautious on July 7 when Goldman Sachs started covering the casino giant with a negative outlook. The brokerage tagged the stock with a “sell” rating and set a $34 price target, pointing to a potential 10% drop from its current price. MGM Faces Pressure as Goldman Sachs Cites […]
Casino
July 7, 2025
Illinois Casinos Face Questions Over Mob-Connected Contractors
Three big casinos in Illinois have faced questions over the years about working with companies that people say have ties to organized crime. Now, Bally’s Casino Chicago is the latest to deal with these concerns, as regulators look into its connection to a contractor tied to mob activity. The Illinois Gaming Board has not said […]
Casino
July 7, 2025
Star Brisbane Workers Walk Out Due to Pay Fight and Financial Concerns
Employees at The Star Brisbane casino quit work for two hours on Friday, escalating their pay and job conditions fight as the troubled casino company faces bigger financial problems. Star Brisbane Employees Walk Out During Friday Rush, Citing ‘Unfair’ Pay Offer Workers from many areas, like gaming, food service, and cleaning, left their jobs from […]
Casino
July 7, 2025
Bally’s Might Drop Star Entertainment Rescue Plan Due to Regulatory Risks
The US casino company Bally’s Corporation has expressed major worries about its planned bailout of Australia’s Star Entertainment Group. It warns it may pull out if regulators slap a big fine on Star. Bally’s Warns $300M Star Rescue Hinges on AUSTRAC Fine Outcome Bally’s chairman Soo Kim said the $300 million rescue deal, which Australian […]
Casino
July 3, 2025
Rep. Dina Titus Fights Gambling Tax Provision in Trump-Backed Bill
Nevada Congresswoman Dina Titus now leads the charge against a contentious tax proposal hidden in President Donald Trump’s newest economic package. She warns this could harm gamblers and hurt her state’s tourism-based economy. Titus Says New Gambling Rule Unfair to Las Vegas Visitors Titus, a Democrat who represents the Las Vegas area, opposes the Senate’s […]
Casino
July 3, 2025
Meta Faces Fresh Backlash Over Gambling Ads Targeting At-Risk Audiences
Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, is getting heat again for how it deals with gambling ads. A new report from the UK group Open Rights Group points out big issues with Meta’s ad rules. The report shows how gambling ads still reach people who might be at risk even though rules and platform limits […]
Business
July 3, 2025
Fitch Signals Possible Downgrade for Bally’s After Major Business Change
Bally’s Corporation is under fresh financial scrutiny following its latest announcement about its global online operations. Fitch Ratings has put Bally’s and its debt on “Rating Watch Negative”, hinting that the casino company might see a lower rating in the months ahead. Bally’s Plans $3.2 Billion Deal With Intralot to Cut Debt, but Risks Remain […]
Business
July 2, 2025
Intralot Plans to Buy Bally’s International Interactive for €2.7B
Intralot S.A., a Greek company specializing in gaming and lottery technology, has signed a binding agreement to purchase Bally’s International Interactive. The deal is worth €2.7 billion ($3.18 billion), combining cash and issued shares. This move represents a key moment in the global gaming industry. The companies expect to complete the transaction by the end […]
Casino
July 2, 2025
Family of Pennsylvania Man Sues Over Fatal Grand Canyon Bus Trip
The relatives of a Pennsylvania man who lost his life during a Grand Canyon tour have started legal action against several groups they believe caused his death. This happened in July 2023 when Jeffery Volkar, 66, a former bricklayer, died from heat exposure. He was stuck in a broken-down tour bus in the Arizona desert. […]
