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Industry
December 23, 2025
AGA Brings Ex-NJ Governor Chris Christie to Fight Prediction Markets
The American Gaming Association (AGA) is sounding a call to arms, as the onslaught of prediction markets in the United States continues. The trade group has criticized the expansion of the sector over the past months, and even fell out with FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics, three of its most prominent members, who chose to quit […]
Business
December 23, 2025
Analysts Stay Bullish on Robinhood as AI and Prediction Markets Drive Growth
Wall Street analysts remain bullish on Robinhood’s prospects as the company pushes further into prediction markets and artificial intelligence-driven trading tools. Industry experts believe that Robinhood’s innovative mindset and growing ecosystem could offset the short-term regulatory challenges facing the sector. However, enduring uncertainty remains a pressing issue. Robinhood Continues to Innovate Investors were broadly optimistic […]
Legal
December 23, 2025
NJ Judge Says No to Penalties in Evolution vs Playtech Legal Fight
A judge in New Jersey has shot down Evolution AB‘s bid to punish investigative company Black Cube in a high-profile slander case that has got the online betting world talking. Judge Finds No Discovery Breach by Black Cube in Evolution Lawsuit Judge John C. Porto of the Superior Court in Atlantic County decided that Black […]
Casino
December 23, 2025
Florida Man Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding Elderly Hurricane Victims
Police in Florida have arrested a man who allegedly organized a fraud scheme that preyed on elderly residents during the chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Milton. His actions reportedly left dozens of victims without savings and without promised repairs, leaving them especially vulnerable. A police investigation revealed that a significant portion of the funds fueled the […]
Slots
December 22, 2025
Guest Hits $1.3M Dragon Link Jackpot at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
As the year is drawing to a close, there is no stopping the spin of reels at land-based casinos around Florida and the United States. One feel-good jackpot story occurred last week when, on Wednesday, December 17, a lucky guest scooped up $1.3 million payday from a Dragon Link slot machine at the Seminole Casino […]
Casino
December 22, 2025
Homeland Security Leads Bust of Illegal Gambling Operation, 230 Machines Seized
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations division has mounted a new operation that resulted in the arrests of several individuals as well as the seizure of 230 illegal gambling machines. Florida Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling with 230 Machines Seized Conducted in Florida, in collaboration with various other agencies, including the Florida […]
Casino
December 22, 2025
Leadership Changes: MGM China Names Kenneth Feng As CEO
MGM China Holdings appointed Kenneth Feng as its new chief executive officer, a position that the 55-year-old officially stepped into at the Macau-focused casino operator on December 19. Rich Experience The longtime executive within MGM China and its parent group will bring in many years of senior management roles. Before becoming CEO, Feng served as […]
Industry
December 22, 2025
Jury Finds Grand Gateway Hotel Liable for Discrimination Against Native Americans
Retsel Corporation, the owner of the Grand Gateway Hotel in South Dakota, which sparked controversy in 2022 after stating that Native Americans were banned from the property, was found liable under the Civil Rights Act for discriminating against the minority group. Jury Sides with the NDN Collective The decision was made by a federal jury after […]
Sports
December 22, 2025
NBA Tightens Betting Rules, Updates Injury Reporting
On Friday, the NBA informed its teams of its plans to place a tighter grip on the type of bets that it can offer on its games, sending a clear message: the league wants to remain deeply involved in talks with sportsbooks and regulators. The reminder comes just two months after separate gambling-related arrests involving […]
Legal
December 22, 2025
Coinbase Takes States to Court over Prediction Market Crackdowns
Coinbase has taken a proactive stance in the escalating confrontation over who should oversee prediction markets in the United States. The company has taken legal action against state regulators in Connecticut, Illinois, and Michigan. The cryptocurrency exchange is asking the court to prohibit those states from policing products that Coinbase says fall squarely under federal […]