Industry
January 6, 2026
Maine Residents Don’t Want iGaming in Their State, Survey Finds
According to a poll commissioned by the National Association Against iGaming (NAAiG) and conducted by Lake Research Partners, 64% of Maine voters are against the legalization of iGaming, while 49% are strongly opposed to it. Survey Comes at a Crucial Time for Talks about iGaming in Maine Interestingly, this date comes at a time when […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Harold Monteau, Former Chairman of the NIGC, Passes Away at 72
Former National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) Chairman Harold Monteau, who was a major figure in the establishment of the regulatory agency, passed away last week, on December 27, at the age of 72, at his home on the Rocky Boy Reservation in Montana. The NICG and Chippewa Cree Tribe Say Farewell to Monteau In an […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center Wraps Up $600M Refurbishment, Reopens
The Las Vegas Convention Center has reopened after extensive renovations. The refurbished venue was called “the best convention center in the world” and will dazzle visitors with an enhanced lobby and facilities. The Center Reopened in Time for CES The reopening of the convention center comes just in time for the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Florida Doubled Down on Stopping Illegal Gaming in 2025
The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has continued its war on illegal gambling, resulting in the crackdowns of multiple unauthorized gaming dens in 2025. The Crackdowns Yielded Impressive Results In a report published on December 30, the FGCC outlined the results of its continued gambling enforcement efforts, saying that they have yielded “impressive results.” The […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Ex-NJ Gov Blasts Prediction Markets, Questions Their Legality
Prediction markets are in the center of attention, amid a new $436,000 win on Polymarket, which came after someone placed a wager on President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela to be toppled by the end of January. The bet – along with a few others – came hours before US President Donald Trump announced the Latin […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Senator Lankford Blocks Full Gambling Loss Deduction
The long-running push to restore full tax deductions for gambling losses has hit yet another snag, and this one comes from the Oklahoma Republican Sen. James Lankford. A Sign of Resistance The Senator, who served four years in the US House of Representatives for central Oklahoma and was “overwhelmingly elected” to the US Senate in […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Growing Demand to Scrap Rule Favoring New Betting Shops on UK High Streets
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces increasing pressure to change gambling laws. Hundreds of elected officials and campaigners have asked the government to get rid of an old rule that makes it hard for councils to stop new betting shops from opening. Critics Say Outdated Gambling Policy Fuels Slot Shop Growth The debate centers on […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Polymarket Bet Worth $37K Placed on China Invading Taiwan
Never mind President Donald Trump’s ebullience when he was announcing the successful extraction of President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela on Friday, January 2, in a special operation that involved Delta Force soldiers on the ground, and a massive bombardment of Caracas, the capital. The abrupt geopolitical shock and saber-rattling over the future of Greenland, part […]
Industry
January 5, 2026
Virginia’s Monthly Sports Betting Revenue Hits New All-Time-High
The Virginia Lottery, which, among other things, oversees sports betting in the Old Dominion, has published its latest report regarding the wagering industry’s performance. The report covers the month of November (2025) and highlights a record-breaking revenue figure for the month. Sportsbooks Reported $95.3M in Revenue As mentioned, Virginia’s adjusted gross sports betting revenue for […]
Industry
January 5, 2026
Analysts Stay Bullish on Gambling Sector as Operators Consolidate Positions
Gambling sector analysts are confident that, despite sharp swings and regulatory challenges, the broader industry remains poised for sustained profitability. Rather than viewing recent turbulence as a warning sign, experts believe it will lead to stronger financial positions, more disciplined growth, and healthier margins across the industry. Citizens Named Flutter a Top Pick Citizens has […]
