Industry
February 4, 2026
PointsBet Launches Push into Alberta’s iGaming Market
PointsBet has positioned itself for its next phase of growth in Canada, focusing its attention on Alberta as the province gears up to launch a fully open and competitive iGaming market. The operator confirmed this week that PointsBet Canada has formally entered the provincial registration process. This move creates an opportunity to start its marketing […]
Industry
February 4, 2026
Former Houston Lawyer Held on Gambling Debt Warrant from Nevada
A former Houston-area lawyer has finally been arrested after he was apprehended on a casino debt warrant in Texas. Identified as D.L.P., the man was apprehended by the Bayou Vista Police Department on January 12, 2026, with police following up on a casino debt warrant issued by Clark County, Nevada. Debt Warrant Finally Catches Up […]
Industry
February 4, 2026
Gaming Stocks Struggle Despite Strong Industry Trends
Gaming stocks have struggled to gain traction in early 2026, even as underlying industry trends remain solid, according to Truist Securities analyst Barry Jonas. In a February 3 note to investors, Jonas explained that the weakness comes despite strong regional casino results outside Las Vegas and promising digital-gambling growth. In mid-January, the full-service corporate and […]
Industry
February 4, 2026
New York AG Warns People About Prediction Market Betting Risks
New York Attorney General Letitia James has alerted the public about online prediction markets gaining traction. She urges people to be careful as Super Bowl weekend approaches, and these platforms see more action. New York Issues Alert on Prediction Markets Lacking Player Protections James put out a consumer alert on Monday. She pointed out worries […]
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
BGC Study on Gaming Ads Suggests Marketing Expenditure Has Declined
Britain’s Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has published the results of a new study into the local gambling sector. The findings suggest that the UK’s gambling marketing is on the decline due to regulatory difficulties, leaving the licensed gaming sector exposed to pressures from the black market. Operators Spent Less on Marketing The Gambling […]
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 […]
Industry
February 3, 2026
Wynn Al Marjan Island Hits Key Construction Milestones
Wynn Resorts recently reported that construction work at Wynn Al Marjan Island has reached a critical stage. The development of the hotel and its associated infrastructure shows substantial progress as the operator aims to create the most expansive casino resort project in Middle Eastern history. For Wynn, the development represents a high-stakes bet, with an […]
Industry
February 3, 2026
British Lottery Winner Turns $3.3M into $400M Drug Empire
In Britain, a Windfall lottery winner has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after he was found guilty of manufacturing and distributing counterfeit medications, which he had funded with his GBP 2.4 million ($3.3 million) winnings. 80-year-old John Eric Spiby, who runs a long rap sheet, headquartered his drug business in Northwest England. According […]
Industry
February 3, 2026
Offshore Gambling Network Shifts Licenses Amid Growing UK Scrutiny
A group of offshore gambling websites popular among British players has moved its operations to a new license structure based in Curaçao. This change comes as campaigners, journalists, and regulators pay more attention to these sites. Unregulated Betting Brands Shift Curaçao Structure After Investigations The brands involved, including MyStake, Velobet, Donbet, and Goldenbet, have operated […]
