Casino
February 13, 2026
Ex-Supreme Court Lawyer Denies Wrongdoing in Gambling-Related Trial
Thomas Goldstein, a former US Supreme Court attorney with a stellar professional track record, now faces federal charges of deliberately underreporting millions of dollars in poker winnings. The government claims that his personal activities at high-stakes gambling tables affected his professional conduct in ways that crossed legal lines. Goldstein Insists His Mistakes Were Not Intentional […]
Casino
February 13, 2026
Wynn Resorts Reports Strong Operational Results for Q4 2025
Wynn Resorts, Limited has reported its Q4 2025 results, which ended on December 31, 2025. The company confirmed that revenue had increased ever-so-slightly to $1.87 billion in the quarter compared to $1.84 billion in Q4 2024. Wynn Resorts on Track for Middle-East Casino Resort Launch The net income attributable to Wynn Resorts, Limited was $100 […]
Casino
February 13, 2026
Massachusetts Casino Player Turns $20 into $30K Payout
The Encore Boston Harbor was the site of an exciting event with one visitor managing to turn their $20 bet on the Ultimate Fire Link game into the rather respectable $30,670 payout. The payout may not be the coveted seven-figure jackpot, but it demonstrates the Encore Boston Harbor’s variety of games that are designed to […]
Lottery
February 13, 2026
North Carolina Player Wins $1M from Powerball This Monday
The Powerball has been generous to local players in North Carolina, with a player now scooping a $1 million payout off a single $2 ticket. Purchased from Fast Phil’s on Charlotte Highway in Mooresville, the ticket fetched a $1 million prize on the spot at odds of 1 in 11.6 million. No further details have […]
Lottery
February 13, 2026
North Carolina Woman Wins $768K, Will Buy Home Next
A woman from Winston-Salem has won the grand prize playing the North Carolina Education Lottery, scooping up $768,201 off a single $3 ticket. The woman, who chose to remain anonymous but was happy to share her feelings about the win, said that she was completely dumbfounded when the lottery win occurred. Small Accidental Play Turns […]
Industry
February 13, 2026
NGCB Issues Important Notices About Surveillance and Gambling Help Lines
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) issued a notice this week to the state’s casino operators, encouraging them to inform customers about the updated contact numbers for the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) helpline. These numbers include 1-800-MY-RESET, 1-800-522-4700, and1-800-GAMBLER. NGCB Requires Casinos to Display NCPG Helpline Number According to the notice, each licensee […]
Casino
February 13, 2026
Iowa Judge Sentences Magician Fraudster to 10 Years in Prison
Several days ago, a judge in Iowa sentenced illusionist Shaun Benward to 10 years in prison for tricking casino staff throughout the US and making away with thousands in fraudulently acquired winnings. The conman magician nicknamed “Shaun Mistery” would spend years eluding law enforcement until he was finally caught in April 2025. Don’t You Want […]
Sports
February 13, 2026
DraftKings Keeps Exclusive Sports Betting Deal in New Hampshire
DraftKings will stay the only online sports betting provider in New Hampshire after getting a new extension to its deal with the New Hampshire Lottery. The new agreement means the Boston-based company holds on to its exclusive spot in the state’s regulated market, a position it has had since sports betting started there in late […]
Prediction Markets
February 12, 2026
CFTC’s Favorable Stance on Prediction Markets Sparks State Backlash
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)’s increasingly favorable stance on prediction markets has created fresh tension with state lawmakers and gaming regulators, as CFTC chairman Michael Selig has signalled his intention to support federal oversight over such platforms. With rising legal challenges, the future of prediction platforms will likely be decided in federal court. The […]
Casino
February 12, 2026
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Proposes Online Casino Tax Hike
Earlier this week, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proposed increasing the state’s highest online casino tax rate by eight percentage points to 36% as part of her Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Governor Proposes Tax Increase Her proposal also includes a widely criticized per-wager surcharge on mobile sports betting, mirroring the structure adopted in Illinois. Under the […]
