Casino
September 22, 2025
Prison Time for Minnesotan Woman who Embezzled and Gambled Away $2.7M
Several days ago, Destiny McKayla Combs, a woman from Minnesota, was sentenced to 51 months of prison and 3 years of supervised release following an investigation by several government agencies. It was discovered that Combs had been embezzling money from her employer to pay off her gambling debts. The amount of money taken was over […]
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
September 19, 2025
Kalshi Surpasses $1B in Monthly Trading Volume, Establishes Global Dominance
Over the past year, prediction markets giant Kalshi has experienced a significant transformation, topping $1 billion in monthly traded volume, firmly establishing itself as the clear leader in the industry. Kalshi Establishes Global Prediction Markets Dominance The company reports that newly released data, drawn from publicly available metrics, shows Kalshi now controls 62.2% of the […]
Legal
September 19, 2025
New York Fire Department Discovers Illegal Gambling Den
An investigation by the FDNY’s Bureau of Fire Prevention (BFP) into a complaint about illegal lithium-ion battery charging uncovered what is believed to be an illegal gambling operation. Fire Prevention Check Discovers Alleged Gambling Den While inspecting a location on Elizabeth Street in Manhattan, fire officials encountered a range of “dangerous and unlawful conditions,” including […]
Legal
September 19, 2025
Canadian Regulator Targets Surrey Man over Alleged Gambling-Fueled Investment Fraud
British Columbia’s securities watchdog has alleged that a Surrey entrepreneur misled investors and spent much of their money on gambling and personal spending. The case draws attention to other previous instances of gambling-related fraud, ranging from grand to mundane. They serve as a cautionary tale for investors and individuals to think twice before trusting their […]
Industry
September 19, 2025
Tribal Leadership Council Receives $50K Grant from Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, federally recognized Indian tribe in California, has unveiled over $13.5 million in grants to support a variety of programs across the region. The Tribal Leadership Council (TLC), a national organization championing the sovereignty, leadership, and long-term sustainability of US tribes, is one of those recipients. Supporting the Next Generation […]
Business
September 19, 2025
Catena Media Launches Subaffiliation Platform MRKTPLAYS
Casino affiliate Catena Media announced the launch of a new proprietary subaffiliation platform in North America. The new platform is called MRKTPLAYS.com and is designed to help Catena’s affiliate partners expand their footprint in the New World. MRKTPLAYS Is Now Live According to Catena’s official press release, MRKTPLAYS.com’s launch comes in the wake of a […]
Casino
September 19, 2025
MGM Promotes from Within, Names Molino COO and Fritz CCO & Prez of MGM Digital
Casino & hospitality giant MGM Resorts International has unveiled new additions to its C-suite, enhancing its team with a new chief operating officer and a new chief commercial officer and president of MGM Digital. The latter appointment is with immediate effect, while the former will take effect from January 1. MGM Promotes COO from Within […]
Casino
September 19, 2025
Arizona Warns Gamblers to Avoid Illegal Websites
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has issued a warning to residents to be wary of what websites they register to gamble with. As September is traditionally Responsible Gaming Education Month, the ADG reminded players to be careful about registering at non-licensed or offshore gambling websites. Arizona’s Gambling Watchdog Urges Consumers to Be Cautious of […]
Sports
September 19, 2025
Underdog Adds New CFO, CMO Following Event Contracts Launch
The “fastest-growing sports gaming company ever”, founded in 2020 by Jeremy Levine, Underdog, has made some bold moves in an attempt to strengthen its leadership bench while doubling down on growth in the sports prediction space. The startup revealed this week that it has hired Rishi Garg as its new chief financial officer and Kimberly […]
