Casino
February 26, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino AC Wins $1.4M Jackpot from Slot
A lucky player at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has turned his visit to the casino into a moment to celebrate due to winning a life-changing jackpot. The casino congratulated the player and noted that players should never underestimate Dragon Link games. Always Say “Hi” to the Dragon In its announcement on Facebook, […]
Sports
February 26, 2026
Analyst Squashes Fearmongering about Prediction Markets Killing Sports Betting
Under the onslaught of prediction markets, trade groups, operators, and analysts have all raised concerns about the future of the traditional sports betting business model. Prediction Markets Not Here to Kill Sportsbooks Regulators are suing prediction markets and accusing them of masquerading as financial products when they tend to emulate sports betting. According to at […]
Casino
February 26, 2026
Metallica Finally Out with It – To Take Up Las Vegas Sphere Residency
We are shocked. Only we are not. Metallica, the heavy metal band that has defined generations and lives on with rock concerts and the customary residence at a glitzy venue, has confirmed that it will be staying at the Las Vegas Sphere from October 1, 2026. Metallica Set to Play at The Sphere throughout October […]
Casino
February 26, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Advance Fairfax Casino Plan with Significant Amendments
Efforts to establish a casino in Northern Virginia remain active even as lawmakers add new requirements that could delay construction and increase costs. On Tuesday, the Virginia House General Laws Committee voted 12–7 to advance Senate Bill 756 to the Appropriations Committee. The proposal would allow Fairfax County to host casino gaming, marking a significant […]
Prediction Markets
February 26, 2026
Kalshi Sues Utah Officials in Preemptive Effort Against Prediction Market Crackdown
Prediction platform Kalshi has opened a fresh challenge in federal court to prevent what it believes will be swift enforcement action by Utah officials. The legal dispute mirrors similar lawsuits in other states and aims to determine which entity has jurisdiction over the fast-growing world of event-based trading. Kalshi is seeking an injunction to prevent […]
Lottery
February 26, 2026
Illinois Player Won $3M from Mega Millions – Owner Hasn’t Stepped Forward
Someone in Illinois has won from the Mega Millions’ Tuesday drawing, scooping up a $3-million prize purse in the process. While the winner has not stepped forward to claim their reward – or possibly doesn’t know they won – the lottery has been happy to publicize the event, not least because it wants you checking […]
Sports
February 26, 2026
Florida’s Gambling Helpline Is Seeing More People Calling, Texting for Help
Florida is experiencing a surge in texts and calls to its gambling helpline, indicative of more people facing gambling-related harm and issues brought on by their participation in online sports betting specifically. Florida Continues to See a Rise in Gambling-Related Problems According to the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling, there were 1,355 calls in 2024 […]
Casino
February 26, 2026
Wichita Man Arrested for Alleged Bookmaking at Casino
A Wichita man was arrested last week after authorities said he ran a bookmaking operation while working at Mulvane’s Kansas Star Casino. Q.P.L. now faces multiple gambling-related charges, according to the Kansas Attorney General’s office. Proxy Bettor Faces Many Charges Investigators with the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission say the 47-year-old acted as a proxy […]
Prediction Markets
February 26, 2026
MrBeast Editor Banned for Insider Trading on Kalshi Markets
As the prediction market in the US keeps growing, so do concerns about participants using insider information. This week, Kalshi revealed its first high-profile enforcement actions, suspending two users for violating trading rules. “Near-Perfect” Wins Trigger $20K Fine The first case involves Artem Kaptur, a video editor who worked for YouTube personality MrBeast. Kaptur allegedly […]
Casino
February 26, 2026
Massachusetts iGaming Fight Deepens as Rival Polls Clash
A growing dispute over online casino legalization in Massachusetts is shaped by competing public opinion surveys, with recent polling showing different pictures of voter sentiment as lawmakers weigh several proposals. Conflicting Surveys Split Opinion on Online Casinos in Massachusetts One statewide survey conducted in mid-January by Emerson College Polling and funded by Stop iGaming in […]
