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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.
Industry
February 5, 2026
UKGC Has Opened Applications in Search of a New Chair
For over a year now, the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) hasn’t had a permanent leader, instead having the role filled by a temporary chairman in the face of Charles Counsell OBE. However, this is about to change in the next few months, as the regulator is now accepting applications for a new head. UKGC […]
Industry
February 5, 2026
NA Snowstorms Have a Significant Effect on Gambling Revenue, Analysts Say
According to recent analyses by Jefferies Equity Research and J.P. Morgan, the harsh weather that much of North America has recently experienced has had a measurable effect on the revenue and visitation numbers of traditional land-based casinos. Jefferies Equity Research’s Analysts Project Lower Revenues Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz attributed recent performance to adverse […]
Industry
February 4, 2026
BC.GAME Announces a Collection of Themed Games for the Chinese New Year
Ahead of the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations, which start on February 17, the popular community-based crypto casino BC.GAME has prepared a collection of several themed games with gameplay designed to capture the spirit of the holidays. The Games Come with BC.GAME’s 0 HE Zero Edge Feature The featured titles showcase classic Chinese New Year […]
Industry
February 3, 2026
Missouri Bill to Legalize Store Slot Machines Moves Forward
A bill moving forward in a Missouri House committee on Monday would give companies two years to remove unregulated convenience store slot machines. The bill, spearheaded by Rep. Bill Hardwick, a Dixon Republican, would legalize video lottery terminals, require operators to be licensed, and place the Missouri Lottery in charge of regulating the games. Lawmakers […]
Industry
February 3, 2026
Alabama Sen. Merika Coleman Pushes for Referendum on Gambling Expansion
Alabama State Senator Merika Coleman says she plans to introduce a bill next week that would allow Alabama voters to decide whether they want gambling in the state or not. What Is Senator Coleman’s Proposal for a Gambling Bill? The bill would permit a statewide vote on a constitutional amendment that would empower the governor […]
Legal
February 2, 2026
Polymarket Banned for Two Weeks in Nevada
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) secured a temporary victory in its lawsuit against Polymarket after a court ruled that the prediction-market platform may not offer event contracts in the state for at least two weeks. Nevada Court Temporarily Bans Polymarket Judge Jason D. Woodbury issued a temporary restraining order against the prediction markets giant […]
Industry
February 2, 2026
UFC Fighter Hernandez Breaks Silence on Suspicious Betting Activity Case
UFC lightweight fighter Alexander Hernandez has spoken out for the first time since his scheduled fight against Michael Johnson at UFC 324 in Las Vegas was called off last week amid concerns over suspicious betting activity. Hernandez Says He Would Never Dishonor the Sport In a post on Instagram, Hernandez explained that he would never […]
Lottery
January 30, 2026
Lucky Powerball Player Comes Forward to Claim $209.3 Million Jackpot
A Powerball player in North Carolina has come forward to claim the $209.3 million jackpot from the latest drawing earlier this month, though the lucky winner has chosen to remain anonymous. Powerball Winner Claims Their Prize The winner went to the lottery office on Thursday to claim the prize. Under lottery rules, the individual elected […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Study Explores How Adolescent Boys Are Being Tricked into Gambling
A new study named “Betting on Boys: Understanding Gambling Among Adolescent Boys” reveals how gambling has become common among adolescent boys, showing that more than a third of boys gamble before they turn 18. Study Explores the Ways Boys Are Lured into Gambling Conducted by Common Sense Media, the report is the second one in […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Virginia iGaming Bill Moves Forward After Player Safety Discussions
Lawmakers in Virginia have pushed ahead with Senate Bill 118 (SB118), which aims to legalize online casino gaming. The advance of the project legislation comes after changes were made to ensure better consumer safeguards and problem gambling protections. Senate Bill 118 Moves Forward This isn’t the first time a law for iGaming has been proposed […]
