Legal
April 27, 2026
Court Sides with Skillz in High-Stakes False Advertising Case
The long-running legal battle between Skillz and Papaya Gaming has reached its conclusion after a verdict by a federal jury in Manhattan. The case focused on whether skill-based player-versus-player real-money games were actually against bots. Skillz argued that Papaya was misleading customers, promoting head-to-head competition while quietly relying on automated opponents. The Use of Bots […]
Casino
April 27, 2026
Island Resort & Casino to Open New Golf Course
Island Resort & Casino, a casino and hospitality property in Michigan, is preparing to expand its entertainment offering with a new golf course. The new course will complement the resort’s two existing courses and cement it as a top place to enjoy gaming and golfing alike. The Property Already Has Two Courses As mentioned, Island […]
Prediction Markets
April 27, 2026
Wisconsin Calls Out Prediction Markets as ‘Illegal Gambling’
Prediction market platforms are accustomed to challenges, and the latest lawsuits filed by the Wisconsin Department of Justice are no exception. The state has targeted prediction market platforms, arguing that they facilitated and specifically enabled “illegal sports gambling.” Wisconsin Becomes the Latest State to Call Prediction Markets Illegal Gambling The crux of the argument is […]
Industry
April 27, 2026
US Gambling Crisis Grows as Industry Booms
Experts are warning that the rapid growth of betting platforms in the US is outpacing safety measures, which is making people more worried about the harm that gambling can cause. The issue will be the main topic at a big policy meeting in Boston, where experts from all over the world will look at the […]
Prediction Markets
April 27, 2026
Trump’s Talk about Iran Makes Prediction Markets Betting Explode
As tensions between Donald Trump and other countries continue to rise, online prediction sites are seeing a big increase in activity. Traders Rush to Wager on US Moves Toward Iran The US president’s changing attitude toward Iran has become a major reason why people are betting on political outcomes. This has brought millions of dollars […]
Industry
April 27, 2026
MGCB Teams Up with Gamban to Focus on Boosting Responsible Gambling
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has expanded its support of responsible gambling initiatives, aiming at strengthening the safeguards and guardrails consumers have at their disposal in the Great Lakes State. MGCB Introduces Gamban to Add an Extra Layer of Protection To this end, the MGCB has teamed up with Gamban, an anonymized self-exclusion program […]
Industry
April 24, 2026
Tickets for BLACKPINK’s Lisa in Las Vegas Sell Out in Minutes
Las Vegas has built its reputation on spectacular events. However, Lisa’s upcoming limited residency stands out even when compared to other high-profile performances in recent history. She will take over The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for four shows across two November weekends, marking the first time a K-pop solo act has headlined a residency in […]
Casino
April 24, 2026
Golden Nugget Atlantic City Faces Leadership Transition
Golden Nugget Atlantic City recently announced a shift in leadership, marking the end of one of the longest tenures in the city’s modern casino era. According to a recent report by Press of Atlantic City, Tom Pohlman will end his 15-year tenure on May 1, when he transfers all operational duties to Kevin Scull, his […]
Legal
April 24, 2026
Second Man Tied to Murder of Poker Player James Lushin Was Arrested
Justin Andrew Jones, 40, of Indianapolis, was taken into custody Wednesday morning on suspicion of being connected to the murder of famous poker player James “Matt” Lushin. Second Suspect Apprehended In Poker Player Murder Case A father of one, Lushin was widely admired on the poker circuit, with over $500,000 in tournament winnings, according to […]
Casino
April 24, 2026
Manchester Zoning Board of Adjustment Approves Revo Casino Changes
The Manchester Zoning Board of Adjustment from New Hampshire has approved Revo Casino’s request to create a brand new, larger casino on the footprint of its current building, as well as extend it to two other lots. Manchester Authorities Approve the Proposal The Board’s approval of Revo Casino’s request has not been certain at all, […]
