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Stefan Velikov
AuthorStefan Velikov is an accomplished iGaming writer and journalist specializing in esports, regulatory developments, and industry innovations. With over five years of extensive writing experience, he has contributed to various publications, continuously refining his craft and expertise in the field.
Casino
October 2, 2025
Funeral Director Accused of Funding Gambling Habit with Clients’ Payments
Philip Pietras, 51, from Connecticut, is charged with 60 criminal counts for embezzling funds from his funeral home business to support his gambling habit and lavish lifestyle. According to prosecutors, Pietras misused funds that clients had prepaid for funeral and burial services, using the money to support his lifestyle, including frequent trips to casinos nationwide. […]
Casino
October 2, 2025
Australia Faces Rising Tide of Risky Gambling, ANU Study Finds
According to the latest National Gambling Survey from The Australian National University (ANU), the number of Australians engaging in risky gambling is now at its highest point in six years. The Australian National University Study Finds Concerning Details About Risky Gambling Risk was assessed using the Problem Gambling Severity Index, which evaluates various negative impacts […]
Casino
October 2, 2025
Bally’s Secures More Credit Facility Commitments as it Sells Back Property
Bally’s Corporation announced recently that it has secured additional commitments to its revolving credit facility, expanding the extended maturity tranche to $510 million and setting a new maturity date of October 2028. Here’s What Bally’s Promises Bally’s also disclosed that all lenders holding a combined $670 million in revolving credit facility commitments have approved the […]
Industry
October 1, 2025
Trump Jr. Calls for Legal Sports Betting in Georgia and Alabama
Responding to a social media post on X (formerly Twitter), Donald Trump Jr., the son of the US President, said he supports Georgia and Alabama legalizing sports betting, explaining that it is “crazy” these states’ residents cannot wager on a top 20 primetime showdown between their premier football programs. Trump Jr. Supports Sports Betting in Georgia and Alabama […]
Industry
October 1, 2025
Colombian Gambling Authority Makes ISPs Block Polymarket
Colombia’s gambling authority, Coljuegos, has requested that internet service providers block access to the prediction market platform Polymarket, citing unauthorized betting activities related to electoral events. Coljuegos Makes ISPs Block Polymarket The agency asserts that Polymarket’s political prediction markets violate existing regulations and accuses the platform of conducting unauthorized financial activities, including cryptocurrency-based betting, which […]
Business
September 30, 2025
Star Entertainment Secures $285M Debt Waiver Amid Financial Troubles
Australia’s Star Entertainment Group has obtained a vital debt waiver of AUD 430 million (around $285 million), providing the struggling casino operator with the opportunity to raise additional funds as it grapples with a series of financial challenges. Star Entertainment Obtains Massive Debt Waiver On Tuesday, the company confirmed to investors that it had secured […]
Poker
September 30, 2025
Station Casinos to Reopen Green Valley Ranch Poker Room
Station Casinos announced on Monday that live poker will be returning to Green Valley Ranch in Henderson, just 15 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. It will soon become the first Las Vegas poker room closed during the pandemic to reopen since 2021. Stations Casinos Bring Back Poker to Green Valley Ranch Like other Station […]
Sports
September 30, 2025
Adin Ross Loses $100K Bet After Controversial UFC Referee Reversal
Popular gambling streamer Adin Ross was left shocked after the UFC fighter he bet $100,000 on seemed to secure a first-round victory, only for the referee to reverse the call and allow the fight to continue. Ross Loses $100K UFC Bet Adin Ross watched with excitement as Jake Matthews locked Neil Magny in a guillotine […]
Casino
September 29, 2025
Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Mercedes Giveaway Ends In Deadly Shooting
A brand new Mercedes E350 was given away at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel in Eagle Pass, near the Texas-Mexico border, but the night of celebration took a tragic turn when a shooting left two people dead. Shooting at Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Leaves Two Dead, Several Injured A local NBC News affiliate reported […]
Casino
September 26, 2025
Evolution Reveals New Development Studio Sneaky Slots
Evolution announced the launch of Sneaky Slots, an exciting new addition to its portfolio of top-tier online slot studios, which already features renowned names like Nolimit City, Red Tiger, NetEnt, and Big Time Gaming. Evolution Unveils Sneaky Slots The studio debuts with Nip Tuck, a surreal slot experience that explores the obsession with perfection. Following […]
