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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
February 28, 2025
New Jersey Gambling Industry Fights Back Against Suggested Tax Increase
New Jersey’s gambling industry opposes Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to increase taxes on online gaming and sports betting. The proposal, which is part of the state’s $58 billion budget, aims to raise tax rates on internet gambling and sports betting from their current 15% and 13% to 25%. Experts Warn NJ Gambling Tax Increase Could […]
Industry
February 28, 2025
Malaysian Federal Court Decides Gambling Debts Cannot Be Enforced
Malaysia’s Federal Court has decided that people cannot recover gambling debts, which strengthens the country’s tough position on betting agreements. This ruling came after businessman Dato’ Ting Ching Lee won his appeal against tour agent Ting Siu Hua‘s counterclaim. Ting Siu Hua had tried to get back about MYR6 million ($1.5 million) in gambling credit. […]
Casino
February 27, 2025
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Fines Casino and Bans Nine People
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has fined Presque Isle Downs & Casino $81,575 for breaking rules. Presque Isle Downs Fined Over $80K for Slot Machine and Licensing Violations The Board decided on the penalties for Presque Isle Downs & Casino at a meeting on February 26. The casino got in trouble because it did […]
Lottery
February 27, 2025
Former Lottery.com CEO Faces Charges for Securities Fraud and Obstruction
The FBI has brought charges against Vadim Komissarov, who used to run Trident Acquisitions Corp. He is facing accusations of securities fraud, obstruction of justice, and lying under oath. FBI officials say Komissarov cooked up a plan to trick investors by pumping up revenue numbers and hiding financial problems. His goal was to push through […]
Casino
February 26, 2025
Sault Tribe Hackers Demand Answer as Cyberattack Aftermath Unfolds
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians continues its work to get its operations back on track after a crippling ransomware attack on February 9. This cyber strike disrupted Kewadin Casinos and other tribal services leaving many people uncertain while officials tried to regain control of their systems. In an unexpected twist, the hackers […]
Legal
February 26, 2025
DraftKings Wants to Throw Out Privacy Case About Facebook Data Sharing
DraftKings has asked a court to dismiss a case that claims the company broke the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA) by sharing user data with Facebook. New York resident Jeffrey Wan filed the case in the Southern District of New York. He says DraftKings tracked how users watched videos and sent this info to the […]
Casino
February 25, 2025
California Crime Spree Ends in Arrest After Las Vegas Wedding
A California couple blamed for a string of armed robberies, took a quick trip to Las Vegas to tie the knot before cops caught them on Valentine’s Day 2024. Antonio Lamar Bland, 36, and Abigail Luckey, 49, along with suspected partner Ronnie Tucker, 23, now face federal charges connected to a two-week crime wave that […]
Lottery
February 25, 2025
Brazilian Supreme Court Stops Loterj from Operating Outside Rio de Janeiro
Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) has decided that the Loteria do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (Loterj) cannot extend its operations beyond state lines. Majority of STF Justices Rule against Loterj’s Nationwide Operations Most justices agreed on this ruling during a virtual plenary session. This choice backs up an earlier order from Minister André Mendonça. […]
Sports
February 24, 2025
Federal Judge Blocks Michigan’s Horse Racing Betting Rules
A federal judge has blocked Michigan from enforcing certain rules on online horse race betting platforms declaring them unconstitutional. The ruling benefits TwinSpires, a racebook owned by Churchill Downs, which has been fighting Michigan’s licensing requirements to accept wagers on out-of-state horse races. Court Sides with TwinSpires, Halts Michigan’s Efforts to Enforce Extra Licensing Rules […]
Casino
February 24, 2025
Gaming Industry Prepares for Policy Changes as New Tariff Rules Emerge
The US gambling sector adapts to a changing policy environment while the Trump administration‘s new rules create mixed feelings of hope and worry for casino businesses and gaming tech companies. New policy plans such as possible taxes on foreign-made electronics and updated immigration rules, might change how physical casinos and online gaming websites operate. Tough […]
