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Stefan Velikov
WriterStefan covers the sweepstakes industry and reports on the rapid, global expansion of iGaming brands. Leveraging a background in digital marketing, he investigates how social casinos navigate complex gray markets and drive user acquisition. His coverage provides operators with crucial insights into the regulatory nuances fueling the explosive growth of alternative online gaming platforms.
Business
May 14, 2026
Macquarie Analyst Chad Beynon Says DraftKings Will Continue Growing Fast
In a May 8 investor note, Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon explained that DraftKings has seen one of the most compelling structural growth stories in the gambling industry in recent times. Macquarie Analyst Has Faith In DraftKings’ Business Model Beynon highlighted DraftKings’ leadership in both online sports betting and iGaming, emphasizing the company’s expanding range of offerings, […]
Industry
May 14, 2026
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Vetoes Bill Expanding Online Gambling
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has vetoed Senate Bill 1589, halting a proposal that sought to significantly broaden the state’s gambling laws to include online casino-style games and dual-currency sweepstakes platforms. Governor Vetoes Bill The bill, sponsored by Sen. Todd Gollihare and Rep. Scott Fetgatter, was introduced in the Senate in February. It passed the Senate […]
Casino
May 13, 2026
Slotapalooza, the World’s Largest Slot Tournament, to Return to the Circa Casino
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas is happy to announce that it is bringing back Slotapalooza, the world’s largest slot party, taking place on Saturday, July 18. Circa Resort & Casino Announces the Return of Slotapalooza The celebration begins with an all-day slot tournament and includes thousands of dollars in complimentary free play […]
Industry
May 13, 2026
OSC Halts NorthStar Gaming Trading After Auditor Withdraws Financial Report
The Ontario Securities Commission (OCS) has imposed a failure-to-file cease trade order (FFCTO) on NorthStar Gaming Holdings Inc. after the company failed to submit its audited 2025 annual financial statements. As a result, the operator of NorthStar Bets will be prohibited from trading on the TSX Venture Exchange in Canada, where it has been publicly […]
Industry
May 12, 2026
Michigan Launches Program to Educate Teens on the Risks of Gambling
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) announced the launch of Don’t Bet on Your Future, a statewide campaign designed to protect young people in Michigan from the increasing risks associated with underage and problem gambling. Michigan Gaming Control Board Launches Don’t Bet on Your Future With a straightforward message, the campaign aims to state that […]
Industry
May 12, 2026
Swiss Regulator Fines Davos Casino for Letting Excluded Players Play Online
Davos Casino, owned and operated by the Ardent Group, allowed banned players to access the casino777 website, its online gaming platform, due to a technical glitch. However, the fact that it was not intentional still landed the casino a fine by the Swiss Federal Gaming Board (CFMJ). Why Did the Glitches Happen? The issue happened […]
Lottery
May 11, 2026
Ohio Man Wins $50K After Playing Lottery Numbers Found on Random Ticket
Sometimes luck can come at the most unexpected time from the most unexpected places. Such was the case with a man from Euclid, Ohio, who won $50,000 by playing the numbers he saw on a random lottery ticket found on the ground. Random Find on the Floor Turns Into a $50K Win According to the […]
Prediction Markets
May 11, 2026
Prediction Markets Are More Accurate Тhan Polls, Studies Argue
For years now, prediction market providers have been the center of debate on whether they offer betting products when they sell “contracts” for real-life events, or if they offer something else entirely. While this debate will likely continue for much longer, in some cases, they have become useful for investors who use the data on […]
Legal
May 8, 2026
Judge Lowered Bail of Former Las Vegas Police Officer Charged with Stalking
Former Las Vegas officer Jason De La Garrigue appeared at the Regional Justice Center facing multiple aggravated stalking charges. Judge Nadia Wood lowered his bail to $250,000, down from $1 million, after hearing arguments from De La Garrigue’s attorney, David Roger, the prosecutor, and testimony from individuals who claim they were stalked. Jason De La […]
Business
May 8, 2026
DraftKings Reports Growth in First Quarter of 2026
DraftKings Inc. just revealed its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting a revenue of $1,646 million, which is a 17% increase compared to the $1,409 million during the same period last year. Here Are Some Important Numbers Interestingly, these results come as monthly unique payers (“MUPs”) declined 4% year over year to 4.2 […]
