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Stefan Velikov
WriterStefan 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
March 6, 2026
Nashville Could Get Its Own Version of the Las Vegas Sphere
Representatives from Sphere Entertainment Co., which owns and operates the Sphere music venue in Las Vegas, and local Nashville business leaders have been discussing the potential of bringing a smaller version of the extravagant venue to the city. Talks About a New Sphere Are Already Underway Interestingly, this isn’t the first time that Sphere Entertainment […]
Industry
March 5, 2026
Baltimore Sues Sweepstakes Casinos, Claims They Offer Illegal Gambling
Filed March 4 in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City, a new lawsuit targets six major sweepstakes casino operators on the grounds that they have violated the city’s Consumer Protection Ordinance by offering casino-style games to residents even though online casino gambling is illegal in Maryland. Baltimore Sues Sweepstakes Operators VGW Holdings, B2Services, Yellow Social Interactive, Sweepsteaks Limited, High […]
Legal
March 5, 2026
Former Med Exec and Tax Evader Caught at Atlantic City Casino with $400K Cash
Alex Kleiman, 44, from Long Beach, pleaded guilty in December 2025 to tax evasion after failing to pay nearly $3 million in federal income taxes. As part of his plea agreement, he was required to stop gambling and participate in addiction counseling. However, just one month after entering the plea, he went to the Ocean […]
Industry
March 4, 2026
Study Sees Surge in Young Men Seeking Help for Gambling in Ontario
According to a new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, the number of young men reaching out to Ontario’s mental health helpline for gambling-related issues has surged by over 300% since the province legalized private online gambling. More Men Are Seeking Help The study reported that for boys and men aged 15 to […]
Industry
March 4, 2026
Massachusetts Lawmakers Face March Deadline on Online Casino Bills
Massachusetts lawmakers pushing to legalize online casino gaming (or iGaming, as it’s commonly referred to) are up against March deadlines to advance legislation that would permit internet-based casino gambling – a practice that is so far legal in only eight states. Online Gambling Bills Are Still Under Discussion Massachusetts is among the states considering proposals […]
Sports
March 3, 2026
CrazySports.Live Introduces Minute-Based Live Betting Model to Increase Real-Time Engagement
CrazySports.Live has unveiled a minute-based live betting model aimed at boosting real-time engagement and increasing the frequency of interactions during live sporting events. CrazySports.Live Reveals Its New Sports Betting Model Live sports betting remains one of the most dynamic segments within the iGaming industry. Earlier this year at ICE Barcelona, the event seeing record-breaking attendance, […]
Casino
March 3, 2026
2026 Chinese New Year Boosts Macau’s Visitor Numbers
Macau saw robust tourist arrivals during the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday, driven by promotional campaigns, celebratory events, and a rise in gaming activity. Initial data indicate that approximately 1.554 million visitors came to the city from February 15 to 23 for the Spring Festival Golden Week. Macau Sees Substantial Increase in Visitors in February […]
Industry
March 2, 2026
BettingStartups Launches Investment Arm to Expand Into Real-Money Gambling
BettingStartups has broadened its scope beyond media with the creation of a new investment arm focused on early-stage real-money gaming ventures. Initially, the fund expects to deploy cheques ranging from $100,000 to $250,000. BettingStartups Capital Will Lead the Way BettingStartups Capital, а newly formed entity made for the occasion, will target pre-seed and seed companies […]
Sports
March 2, 2026
WWE Puts First Hour of WrestleMania 42 on Free TV
In one of the boldest distribution changes in its four-decade history, WWE is dropping the traditional pay-per-view barrier for WrestleMania 42, making the event available on basic cable TV for about an hour. WrestleMania 4’s First Hour to Be Aired for Free The WWE announced this as a way to broaden its audience reach thanks […]
Industry
March 2, 2026
Steve Wynn Transferred $32M Florida Mansion to Stepson, Ending Family Feud
A few weeks ago, former casino magnate Steve Wynn transferred a $32 million mansion in West Palm Beach, Florida, to his stepson, Nick Hissom, aiming to resolve a longstanding family feud between the two, which stems from a raunchy music video the latter made. Wynn Transfers Expensive Mansion to His Stepson Last year, Wynn and […]
