Prediction Markets
April 22, 2026
Illinois Tightens Ethics Rules on Prediction Markets
Illinois has moved to reinforce ethical standards across state government, with Governor JB Pritzker introducing new restrictions aimed at curbing potential abuses tied to the fast-growing prediction market industry. New Order Bars State Workers from Betting with Inside Information The measure, enacted through an executive order on April 21, expands existing rules by explicitly banning […]
Sports
April 22, 2026
Las Vegas Authorities Dismantle $8M Illegal Betting Network
Law enforcement agencies in Las Vegas have broken up an alleged multimillion-dollar illegal betting operation following a lengthy investigation that involved federal and state regulators. A 57-year-old local resident, William West Roberts, now faces multiple criminal charges tied to unlicensed gambling activities and suspected financial misconduct. Tip-Off Sparks Investigation into Multi-Million Betting Ring The probe […]
Legal
April 22, 2026
SC Business Under Fire for Offering Arcades Violating the Gaming Laws
Business owners in South Carolina are taking Dave & Buster’s to court, alleging that some of the machines it offered violated the state’s gambling laws. The plaintiffs seek restitution of the money players lost to these games. South Carolina Organization Was Displeased with Dave & Buster’s Machines The lawsuit was filed by SC Citizens For […]
Business
April 22, 2026
Gaming Stocks Lag As Regional Casinos Show Steady Strength
In February, Truist Securities analyst Barry Jonas expressed his view on early-year gaming stocks, saying they remained weak amid investor caution toward prediction markets, despite consistent trends in the gaming market. In a fresh April 21 note, the analyst reiterated his opinion: gaming stocks keep sitting out of favor with investors, though early signs of […]
Legal
April 21, 2026
FBI Director Sues The Atlantic Over Excessive Drinking Claims
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic on Monday, alleging the magazine published false and harmful claims about his personal behavior. The outlet’s allegations include excessive drinking and erratic conduct in Las Vegas, where Patel lives. Patel Sues The Atlantic Patel’s 19-page lawsuit was filed in the US District […]
Casino
April 21, 2026
Treasure Island Announces Snoop Dogg Will Perform at Minnesota Venue
Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Minnesota has landed its biggest act yet for the 2026 Summer Concert Series, announcing that Snoop Dogg will perform on Saturday, September 5, at the venue’s 16,000-seat outdoor amphitheater. Snoop to Perform at Treasure Island in Minnesota Snoop Dogg is easily the biggest headliner in the 2026 Treasure Island […]
Industry
April 21, 2026
Nevada Considers Updating Its Black Book
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is weighing changes to the state’s infamous Black Book. The list, formally known as Nevada’s List of Excluded Persons, bans individuals considered a threat to the integrity of the state’s gaming industry from entering casinos. New additions are rare, and removals are almost unheard of. Bowyer Faced Harsh Criticism […]
Lottery
April 21, 2026
Missouri Player Wins $1M from Powerball as Jackpot Hits $100M Milestone
A Powerball player in Missouri has become the state’s latest millionaire after winning a seven-figure prize from the game. If they had only matched one more number, they could have won the game’s $87 million jackpot. Missouri Man Won Big The Monday Powerball drawing started the new week with a bang as yet another player […]
Prediction Markets
April 21, 2026
Massachusetts Authorities Concerned About Minors Interacting with Prediction Markets
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission fears that prediction markets are offering trading products to players younger than 21. State gambling authorities have long insisted that prediction markets offer what is essentially sports betting, even to players too young to gamble. Prediction Markets Allow Younger Players to Trade Event Contracts Jordan Maynard, chair of the Massachusetts Gaming […]
Business
April 21, 2026
Gaming Arts Unveils “The Forge” as Its New Manufacturing Facility
Gaming Arts, a Las Vegas-based subsidiary of Merkur Gaming, is pursuing further growth in the US, reflected in the launch of its new manufacturing facility, The Forge. This comes as the company outgrew its previous facility. Gaming Arts’ Rapid Growth Necessitated the Move The Forge is located on West Harmon Avenue and held its grand […]
