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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.
Sports
June 4, 2025
Caesars Sportsbook Adds Horse Racing Bets in Indiana and Illinois
Caesars Entertainment has expanded its sportsbook offerings by launching pari-mutuel horse racing betting in Indiana and Illinois right before the upcoming Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. This new addition brings the total count of states with horse racing integration in the Caesars Sportsbook app to seven. Caesars Brings Horse Racing to More States via […]
Casino
June 4, 2025
Minnesota Evaluates Legality of Electronic Gambling at Non-Tribal Card Club
A legal battle about electronic gambling has reached Minnesota’s highest court. Native American tribes and a suburban card club are fighting over what counts as legal gaming under state law. Gambling Dispute Heats Up Between Tribal Casino and Suburban Card Club The heart of the argument is Running Aces, a racetrack and card club just […]
Casino
June 3, 2025
Thailand Set to Announce Entertainment Complex Amid National Debate
The Thai government has set a date for a big press conference on Wednesday, June 4, right before the Thai Entertainment Complex Roundtable (TECR) everyone’s been talking about. They have picked the Ministry of Finance’s old 150th Anniversary Building for the event, which kicks off at 3:00 PM. Some big names will be there, including […]
Poker
June 3, 2025
PokerStars Operator Gets Penalty in Sweden for AML Slip-ups
TSG Interactive PLC, which runs the Swedish version of PokerStars from Malta, has gotten a formal warning and a SEK 7 million fine ($733,754) from Sweden’s gambling authority, Spelinspektionen. This punishment comes after an investigation showed major issues in the company’s operations to follow anti-money laundering (AML) rules. Swedish Gambling Authority Criticizes TSG Interactive Over […]
Sports
June 3, 2025
Teleprompter Malfunction Disrupts ESPN UFC Vegas 107 Broadcast
The UFC Vegas 107 show hit a snag this past weekend. A live segment to preview the main card’s opening bout turned into an uneasy on-air moment for ESPN’s betting expert, Minty Bets. Minty Bets’ On-Air Stumble Sparks Doubts About ESPN’s Gambling Credibility People watching to get expert gambling advice before the Zach Reese vs. […]
Casino
June 2, 2025
Judge Backs Dismissal of Defamation Case Related to NC Casino Argument
A North Carolina judge on May 30 upheld his choice to throw out a defamation lawsuit connected to the heated discussion about suggested casinos in Rockingham County. He denied claims of judicial bias and sent the plaintiff’s legal team to the state bar to face potential disciplinary measures. Judge Tessener Says No Bias in Rockingham […]
Casino
June 2, 2025
Local Leaders Join Legal Fight to Stop Koi Nation Casino Near Windsor
The fight against the planned Shiloh Resort & Casino in Sonoma County heated up this week when two local government officials jumped into the court battle to block the project. Sonoma County and Windsor Officials Oppose Tribal Casino on Fire-Prone Farmland Sonoma County Supervisor Lynda Hopkins and Windsor Town Manager Jon Davis both filed declarations […]
Casino
June 2, 2025
Nevada Assembly Passes Huge Film Tax Credit Deal for Summerlin Studio
In a tight and heated vote, the Nevada Assembly on May 30 gave the green light to a groundbreaking plan to grow the state’s film tax incentive program, clearing the path for what might become the biggest public subsidy Nevada has ever seen. Assembly Bill 238 squeaked by with a 22–20 vote and is now […]
Casino
May 30, 2025
Feds Probe Ex-Coushatta Tribal Chief for Casino Card Spending
The FBI is looking into Jonathan Cernek, who used to lead the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana, about claims he misused casino credit cards while in charge. The National Indian Gaming Commission and the Louisiana State Police are helping with this investigation. Former Coushatta Chairman Under Federal Scrutiny for Alleged $350K Casino Spending Cernek occupied the […]
Casino
May 30, 2025
People Fight Back as California Mulls Stopping Blackjack in Cardrooms
This week, more people spoke up against a plan to stop blackjack and baccarat games in California cardrooms. At a state meeting held by the Bureau of Gambling Control, city leaders, business owners, and locals shared their concerns. They joined the online meeting to say this change could hurt local economies and cause many people […]
