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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.
Poker
July 2, 2025
WSOP Cancels ‘Millionaire Maker’ Win After Cheating Investigation
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has thrown out the results of its popular $1,500 “Millionaire Maker” event. This decision came after they finished looking into suspected cheating during the final one-on-one play. Chip Dumping Claims Lead WSOP to Cancel Millionaire Maker Winner The WSOP took this step because many people questioned Jesse Yaginuma’s amazing […]
Business
July 1, 2025
Google to Allow Gambling Ads in Ukraine Starting July 14
Google will start to let gambling ads run in Ukraine from July 14, 2025. This change will apply to advertisers who have the right state licenses and have received Google’s approval. This new rule shows how Google aims to make its ad policies fit with each country’s laws. This shift has a big impact on […]
Casino
July 1, 2025
NJ Lawmakers Pass New Gambling Tax and Crack Down on Sweepstakes Casinos
New Jersey legislators have given the green light to a wide-ranging set of gambling reforms. These changes include steeper tax rates for online betting and a fresh prohibition aimed at sweepstakes casinos. Lawmakers passed these measures on June 30. They now sit on Governor Phil Murphy‘s desk, who will make them law with his signature. […]
Casino
July 1, 2025
New Hampshire Gives Green Light to Casino Expansion with No Limit on VLTs
New Hampshire has now paved the way for a big growth in its gambling industry. On June 30, Governor Kelly Ayotte put her signature on a bill that allows casinos in the state to set up as many video lottery terminals (VLTs) as they want. This move shows a big change in how the state […]
Casino
June 30, 2025
Las Vegas Strip Struggles as Gaming Revenue Falls Amid Fewer Tourists
The Las Vegas Strip’s gaming revenue kept dropping in May, making it the fourth month in a row of decline. Financial worries and fewer visitors have hit the city’s gambling and hotel businesses hard. Nevada Casinos See May Gambling Revenue Fall to Lowest Since 2021 The Nevada Gaming Control Board’s numbers show that Las Vegas […]
Legal
June 30, 2025
Gambling Evidence Can Be Used in Illinois Fraud Trial of Health Official
A Kankakee County judge has decided that the jury can hear evidence about Dee Ann Schippert‘s gambling habits. Schippert, who used to run the Iroquois County Public Health Department, faces over 30 felony charges. These charges relate to claims that she misused public money. Gambling Ties Deemed Crucial in $100K Fraud Case Against Dee Schippert […]
Casino
June 30, 2025
Escalante Makes Last $3.2B Bid for Complete VGW Ownership
Australian billionaire Laurence Escalante has taken a bold step to gain full ownership of Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), stating that his $3.2 billion offer is his ultimate and best proposal. Through his private investment company Lance East Office, he aims to buy the remaining 30% stake from minority shareholders at $5.05 per share. Federal Court […]
Sports
June 27, 2025
Prediction Market Kalshi’s Value Hits $2B After Major Funding Round
Kalshi, a prediction market platform based in New York, has pulled in $185 million in a fresh Series C funding round, pushing its worth up to $2 billion. This cash injection stands as a big step for the company as it aims to become a key player in the world of financial and event betting. […]
Casino
June 27, 2025
Apollo Global Management Gets Final Go-Ahead to Bring IGT Back to Las Vegas
Apollo Global Management can now complete its $6.3 billion purchase of gaming giants IGT and Everi. The Nevada Gaming Commission gave its approval on June 26. This decision means IGT’s gaming operations will return to Las Vegas, ten years after they left the city. Nevada Regulators Greenlight Apollo’s Formation of New IGT from IGT-Everi Merger […]
Casino
June 27, 2025
Pennsylvania Senate Passes Bill Cutting Slot Machine Requirements for Casinos
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed a bill to boost regional casinos and adapt to changes in the gaming world. Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) introduced the legislation, which aims to cut the required number of slot machines for Category 1 and Category 2 casinos from 1,500 to 1,000. New Legislation Aims to Help Pennsylvania Casinos Adapt […]
