Industry
September 23, 2025
Former Trump-Owned Atlantic City Casino Hotel Listed on the Market
The long-closed Trump Plaza’s remaining hotel and casino tower in Atlantic City, at 2201 Boardwalk, along with its rear garage across Pacific Avenue, which were built in the early 1980s, is once again up for sale. Trump Plaza in Atlantic City Listed for Sale The closed hotel and parking garage, spanning 10.7 acres, are being […]
Sports
September 22, 2025
Lawyer with Trump Ties Aims to Create National Sports Betting Exchange
Well-known gaming lawyer Jeff Ifrah plans to start a new platform to bring sports betting markets into the mainstream of US financial trading. His company RSBIX, has asked the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to name it a Designated Contract Market (DCM). This status would allow the company to list and approve contracts across the […]
Industry
September 19, 2025
White House Discussing New CFTC Candidates, Report Says
According to a Bloomberg report, the White House is exploring alternative candidates to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as Brian Quintenz’s confirmation remains stalled. White House Weighs Alternatives for CFTC Head The report states that the Trump administration has been actively engaged in discussions on the matter in recent weeks. It also notes […]
Industry
August 27, 2025
Polymarket Appoints Donald Trump Jr. to Advisory Board
Polymarket, a leading actor in the world of prediction markets, announced recently that Donald Trump Jr. has joined its advisory board and that it has received a strategic investment from 1789 Capital, marking a major milestone for both companies, according to an official statement. Donald Trump Jr. Joins Polymarket The statement from Polymarket also says […]
Sports
August 13, 2025
White House Remains Committed to Stage UFC Showpiece for America 250
The White House will host a live Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event next year as one of the many events celebrating the 250th anniversary of US independence. UFC president Dana White confirmed that the fight was “definitely” going ahead and shared that she remained in contact with Trump and his daughter, Ivanka, to finalize the […]
Industry
August 5, 2025
Rep. Titus Urges CFTC Probe Into Trump Nominee Quintenz Over Kalshi Ties
US Representative Dina Titus has called on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to investigate nomenee Brian Quintenz due to his connections with Kalshi. Quintenz, who is supposed to replace the current CFTC Chair Caroline Pham, is President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the agency. Rep. Titus Asks CFCT to Show Quintenz Communications Titus requested […]
Industry
July 17, 2025
OBBBA Reportedly Raises Slot Tax Reporting Threshold to $2,000
A recent adjustment to federal tax law could bring much-needed relief to the gaming industry. President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) includes a provision raising the slot tax reporting threshold from $1,200 to $2,000. Although unexpected, this amendment could significantly benefit the broader gambling sector, aligning tax regulations with economic realities. Several Experts […]
Industry
July 8, 2025
Trump’s Gambling Tax Cap Draws Divided Opinions
Rep. Dina Titus is leading a legislative effort to repeal a controversial tax provision buried in President Donald Trump’s sweeping new fiscal package. Her newly proposed legislation aims to challenge Section 70014 of the recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which limits the deductibility of gambling losses to 90% of winnings. However, some analysts […]
Industry
July 7, 2025
AGA Applauds Trump’s Tax Bill Despite Uproar from Gamblers
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has faced fierce criticism from the broader gambling community after it publicly supported President Donald Trump’s controversial tax legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The newly enacted law contains a provision that limits the deductibility of gaming losses, a change that means many bettors could face tax obligations […]
Sports
July 7, 2025
Conor McGregor Self-Invites to Hyped White House UFC 2026
Conor McGregor’s flair for creating a buzz around himself is not lost on social media users and the media in general. The UFC fighter took to social media to suggest that he would be very happy to attend President Donald Trump’s unconfirmed UFC fight that could take place on July 4, 2026, celebrating America’s 250th […]
