Industry
May 1, 2025
New Law in Oregon Ends Betting on Greyhounds by Focusing on AWD Sites
Oregon has passed House Bill 3020, effectively prohibiting its advance-deposit wagering platforms from processing bets on dog races. Once a popular form of entertainment, dog racing has come under increasing scrutiny over allegations of animal cruelty and mistreatment. As a result, the industry has faced growing opposition, with the United States steadily distancing itself from […]
Industry
May 1, 2025
Jefferies Analyst Bullish on Slots Despite Transitory Casino Slowdown
Jefferies Equity Research has suggested that demand for slot machines remains strong despite regional fluctuations in gambling revenues. The organization suggested slot machine revenue will likely continue to increase in the wake of a somewhat slow February. The Analyst Believes the Slowdown Is Only Temporary Kai Erman, a Jefferies Equity Research analyst, weighed in on […]
Lottery
May 1, 2025
5,000 Lottery Winners to Share $2M Reward in Unexpected Turn
Any lottery winner who has just won $2 million would be happy about their luck – sure, someone else might have won too, but this is no big deal, as you can split the reward, gladly. A third person won, though, and this begins to look a little anti-climactic by now, but a fourth or […]
Industry
May 1, 2025
Florida Lottery Player Hits $1M Off $5 Ticket
A player in Florida has turned a mere $5 lottery ticket into a potentially life-altering amount, with one Benjamin Ramirez Gomez, 31, snatching the seven-figure prize. The player tried the Loteria Grande scratch-off game, buying the winning ticket, the Florida Lottery shared in an official press release on Thursday, April 30. Big Jackpots Drop All […]
Casino
May 1, 2025
Initially Rejected RI Online Gambling Bill Heads to House Floor
A week after the House Committee on Judiciary voted down a proposal from the Rhode Island State Police to make online gambling a misdemeanor for individuals under 21, the same legislation has made a surprising comeback. Second Bill Review on the Chamber’s Floor The bill, which seeks to amend the state’s 2023 iGaming law, is […]
Poker
May 1, 2025
ACR Poker’s OSS XL Series Is “Flexing Harder Than Ever”
Winning Poker Network member that promotes a friendly environment for global poker players, ACR Poker, is going all-in this spring with the return of its largest online tournament series to date. The Online Super Series XL (OSS XL) kicks off May 11 and runs through June 3, offering a staggering $50 million in guaranteed prize […]
Business
May 1, 2025
MGM Resorts Sees Digital Growth Despite Q1 2025 Revenue Drop
MGM Resorts International released a mixed bag of financial results for 2025’s first quarter. The company’s digital ventures and Las Vegas Strip slot operations stood out as top performers. However, the company’s total revenue fell by 2% compared to the same period last year. Lower Macau Casino Profits and Vegas Non-Gaming Sales Weigh on MGM […]
Casino
May 1, 2025
US House Approves Bill Targeting Hidden Hotel Fees
The US House of Representatives has passed the Hotel Fees Transparency Act, which will change how people book their stays. This bipartisan bill aims to make sure places to stay show the full cost of rooms, including extra charges for resorts and services, before guests finish booking. Hotels Must Show Total Costs Upfront Under New […]
Casino
May 1, 2025
Man Takes Hard Rock Biloxi to Court After Chair Breaks at Slot Machine
A guy from South Carolina is suing the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi. He claims he got hurt because of something that happened there. The Harrison County Circuit Court is now handling the case, which is all about a chair at a slot machine that the man says was faulty. Man Claims […]
Lottery
April 30, 2025
$349M Mega Millions Jackpot Winner Steps Forward to Claim Prize
It’s been a month since the Mega Millions jackpot fell, and now the group of winners, who still remain anonymous, has come forward to claim the prize. Winners Come Forward The $349 million Mega Millions jackpot landed on March 25 after a group of lucky players guessed the winning combination. Early Wednesday morning, the Illinois […]
