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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.
Sports
January 22, 2026
Man Related to Porter and Rozier NBA Gambling Scheme Gets 2-Year Sentence
Timothy McCormack, who has described himself as a gambling addict, was sentenced Wednesday to two years in prison, becoming the first defendant punished for his involvement in a wide-ranging gambling conspiracy tied to NBA players Terry Rozier and Jontay Porter. Judge Sentences McCormack Interestingly, Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall imposed a sentence quite shorter than the […]
Casino
January 21, 2026
Illinois Video Gambling Venues Are Facing a Burglary Epidemic
Illinois video gambling parlors are increasingly being targeted by smash-and-grab crews, as according to the Illinois Gaming Board, businesses with video gambling reported 473 burglaries in 2025. Hits on Video Gambling Venues Have Increased in 2025 The robberies have resulted in more than $2.7 million in losses, marking a sharp rise from 2024, when 358 […]
Casino
January 21, 2026
New Star Entertainment Chairman Appalled by Company’s Mismanagement
The newly appointed chair of troubled Australian casino operator Star Entertainment Group, Soo Kim, who also chairs US casino giant Bally’s Corp, said about the former’s financial situation is the greatest bit of mismanagement he’s ever seen. Kim Criticizes Star Entertainment’s Management Speaking at the World Gaming Forum on the opening day of the international […]
Industry
January 20, 2026
Mississippi Once Again Contemplates Legalizing Mobile Sports Betting
Mississippi lawmakers will make an attempt for the third year straight to legalize mobile sports betting, under the guise of aiding the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), and also regulating the black market betting scene. What’s New in This Year’s Proposal? One major difference now is the directing of all state revenue from online betting […]
Industry
January 20, 2026
Finland’s President Approves Gambling Overhaul Legislation
Alexander Stubb, Finland’s President, has formally approved the overhaul of the country’s gambling legislation, clearing the way for a restructured Finnish betting and gaming market which will launch on July 1, 2027. President Approves Parliament’s New Gambling Legislation The new legislation will see the monopoly held by Veikkaus Oy, the state-owned betting, gaming, and lotteries operator, […]
Industry
January 19, 2026
Casinos Around Hard Rock’s Guitar Hotel Fight for Skyline Dominance
Although still only half complete, the Hard Rock’s Guitar Hotel tower already dominates views of the Las Vegas Strip, eclipsing LED signs and igniting a “billboard war” as neighboring casinos scramble to outshine the building with their own lights. Hard Rock Guitar Hotel Continues to Grow Rapidly Hard Rock’s 660-foot Guitar Hotel is set to […]
Industry
January 19, 2026
NGCB Says Resorts World Las Vegas Could Have Avoided $10.5M Fine
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) said Resorts World Las Vegas could have avoided last year’s $10.5 million anti–money laundering fine (the second-largest in state history) if it had established a board of directors. What Prompted the NGCB’s Comments? The comment comes from NGCB member George Assad after the board voted to ban Mathew Bowyer, the […]
Casino
January 16, 2026
Springfield Campaign Aims to Limit Drunk Driving Linked to MGM Casino
The City of Springfield introduced the Springfield Safe Ride Home Campaign to help reduce the risk of impaired driving associated with alcohol use and gambling at MGM Springfield. Springfield Launches New Awareness Campaign for Driving Under the Influence Spearheaded by the City of Springfield Department of Health and Human Services (SDHHS) and the Massachusetts Council […]
Industry
January 16, 2026
FanDuel Predicts Launches in All 50 States
In a significant expansion, FanDuel has rolled out its sports prediction markets platform, FanDuel Predicts, to all 50 US states. Furthermore, 13 additional states now have access to sports contracts, raising the total number to 18. What Does FanDuel Predicts Offer? FanDuel Predicts is a standalone app that was developed in partnership with the CME […]
Industry
January 15, 2026
EU Court‘s New Law Might Drastically Change Malta’s Gaming Scene
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled that players may rely on the laws of their country of residence when bringing claims against operators lacking a local license, a decision that could have major implications for Malta’s grey-market gambling framework. CJEU Accepts New Law that Might Undermine Malta’s Model According to the […]
