Sports
December 17, 2025
Gambler Loses $25,000 Trying to Win $25 After Unexpected Comeback
Rookie gamblers often wonder about odds – they argue that you can bet on that terrible moneyline and, if you have enough money going, you will get something out of the action in the end. But what happens when you gamble $25,000 to win just $25 on a “sure thing” and that thing comes up […]
Industry
December 17, 2025
Feds Urged to Get Involved with Gambling, Prevent Addiction
Sen. Richard Blumenthal is pretty much sure that sports gambling – as things stand – needs more oversight. The idea is to have Congress step in and not restrict gambling as such, but rather set a national strategy that can help tackle some of the issues that the activity has caused, including a presumed increase […]
Industry
December 17, 2025
Crypto.com Folds Prediction Markets in Several States
Crypto.com has sounded a retreat from several markets, one of which is notably Arizona. After the Arizona Department of Gaming issued a cease-and-desist letter to the company and further went after Underdog, cautioning it against offering prediction markets with Crypto.com, there has been a realignment of the latter’s efforts to maintain a presence in sports […]
Business
December 17, 2025
MGM Hails Success of GameSense Program with 2,000+ RG Specialists
MGM Resorts International released news on Tuesday, recapping some of its ongoing responsible gambling efforts, with the company confirming that as many as 2,000 employees – and growing – are now deemed to be capable of aiding people experiencing gambling-related harm and, far more importantly, offering their insight to the company as a whole, allowing […]
Casino
December 17, 2025
SNL’s Suspected AI Image Sparks Outrage Among Devoted Viewers
A quick visual during a recent “Weekend Update” segment has caused an unexpectedly strong response from Saturday Night Live watchers. Many think the show brought AI into its production. Questionable Casino Graphic on SNL Draws Scrutiny From Fans The uproar focuses on a still picture shown as Colin Jost and Michael Che told a political […]
Industry
December 16, 2025
New York Regulators Greenlight Final Bids in Casino License Race
The long-running contest to introduce full-scale casinos to New York City is nearing its conclusion with state regulators formally approving the final three remaining bids. After years of political wrangling, community hearings, and behind-the-scenes negotiations, the New York State Gaming Commission’s vote this week effectively locked in the three projects that will shape the city’s […]
Lottery
December 16, 2025
Michigan Lottery Awards Largest Lotto 47 Jackpot Ever
The Michigan Lottery announced that a lucky player has won the latest Lotto 47 jackpot. What made this win so special, however, was the fact that this was the largest jackpot this game has ever awarded. Lucky Player Wins the Largest Lotto 47 Jackpot in Michigan History On December 15, the Michigan Lottery confirmed that […]
Industry
December 16, 2025
Analyst Examines Underdog’s Arizona License Loss, Says DraftKings & FanDuel Are Safe
An analyst for Citizens has examined the recent revocation of Underdog’s fantasy sports license in Arizona and weighed in on a pressing industry question – Could other operators also be in danger? Underdog Lost Its License Due to Prediction Markets Deal For context, Underdog was recently deprived of its fantasy license in Arizona due to […]
Casino
December 16, 2025
Resorts World Las Vegas Player Secures $1.2M Poker Jackpot
A lucky player at Resorts World Las Vegas has become the recipient of the casino’s latest jackpot. This incredible seven-figure prize was awarded not too long after another player won a similarly exciting sum. Lightning Strikes a Second Time at Resorts World Las Vegas According to Resorts World Las Vegas’ official announcement, lightning has struck […]
Casino
December 16, 2025
Vegas Casino Allegedly Drugged Lawyer, Lawsuit Claims
Licensed attorney Michael Duke Thomson recalls exiting the high-limit blackjack room at the Aria Resort & Casino around midnight on January 23, 2024, with “a few thousand dollars” in chips. His next memory is waking up the next morning handcuffed to a wall in the casino’s security holding area, facing $75,000 in debt to the […]
