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The Floor18 stories ›

Caesars Entertainment sets shareholder vote on Fertitta $17.6B buyout
Shareholders will vote next month on taking Caesars private in a deal that would reshape Nevada gaming ownership.
CDC Gaming · +1 outlets
Future of prediction markets expected to be decided by US Supreme Court
Tribal challenges to federally regulated sports event contracts have produced about 80 active cases, setting up a high-court test.
CDC Gaming · +1 outlets
Industry pays tribute to Merkur Group founder Paul Gauselmann dead at 91
The German entrepreneur built Merkur Group into a global gambling powerhouse over nearly seven decades.
iGB
Kalshi signs prediction market deals with Dodgers and four other MLB teams
Nearly a quarter of MLB clubs now have prediction-market partnerships, extending the sector's reach into professional sports.
iGB · +1 outlets
Reno wildfires force evacuations as casinos shelter displaced residents
Late-summer fires have put tens of thousands under evacuation notices and the region's gaming industry is providing shelter and aid.
CDC Gaming · +2 outlets
GiG Software plans €16.4M acquisition of 888AFRICA from evoke for B2C return
GiG will fund the deal through a directed share issue and convertible loans to re-enter the B2C gambling market it exited in 2023.
SBC News · +2 outlets

Vegas18 stories ›

Bally's faces survival doubt, restructures A's ballpark development into three phases, may sell rights
Bally's stock tumbled after its auditor flagged 'substantial doubt' about the company's ability to continue, while the firm revised its Las Vegas ballpark distr
Casino.com · +7 outlets
Boyd Gaming reported as mystery bidder for Bally's Tropicana Las Vegas site
Boyd Gaming is rumored to be the unnamed buyer interested in acquiring the Tropicana site on the Las Vegas Strip from Bally's.
Casino.org · +1 outlets
Boomer's Sportsbook continues rapid expansion across Nevada
The locally-focused sportsbook chain is growing quickly with multiple new locations in Nevada.
Northern Nevada Business Weekly · +1 outlets
Las Vegas Strip room rates sagged in Q3 but analyst sees October turnaround
Truist analyst reports room-rate momentum is choppy but improving, with a stronger recovery expected in October.
Casino.org · +2 outlets
MGM Resorts stock trades below buyout offer as investors weigh $48.30 bid
Shares remain below a previous takeover proposal, signaling market skepticism about the deal closing.
Ad-hoc-news.de · +5 outlets
Clark County approves fines for unlicensed Airbnb, VRBO listings
Regulators move to penalize short-term rental platforms and hosts who advertise without proper county licenses.
Casino.com · +6 outlets

Global10 stories ›

Kangwon Land shareholders approve former army officer Kim Do-gyun as new CEO
Shareholders of South Korea's only casino operator allowing locals have approved a former senior army officer as president and CEO.
GGRAsia · +1 outlets
SJM Holdings 1H loss widens 62pct to HKD294.7mln, adjusted EBITDA up 3pct
The Macau casino operator reported a wider attributable loss despite a modest increase in adjusted EBITDA for the first half of 2026.
GGRAsia
Ainsworth 1H profit down 78pct, Asia Pacific revenue grows
The slot-machine maker reported a sharp profit decline for the first half of 2026, though Asia Pacific revenue showed growth.
GGRAsia
Wynn Al Marjan reveals 'Townhomes' accommodation concept at UAE resort
The casino resort under construction in Ras Al Khaimah has detailed a new accommodation offering within its Enclave boutique hotel.
GGRAsia
DFNN 2Q net loss narrows 22pct to US$1.8mln as revenue slips
The Philippine IT and gaming services firm reported a narrower net loss for the second quarter despite a decline in revenue.
GGRAsia
AGS debuts Glō UR43 cabinet, six launch titles planned for G2E debut
The gaming equipment supplier introduced a new video slot cabinet family, with the first model set for public debut at G2E 2026.
GGRAsia · +1 outlets

iGaming18 stories ›

New Jersey Online Casinos Post Record Revenue of $276.9M in July
New Jersey's online casino market hit an all-time monthly high as the rising tide of iGaming lifts all operators across the state.
Elite Sports NY · +2 outlets
Washington Judge Orders Kalshi to Halt Sports and Election Contracts
A federal judge blocks Kalshi from offering event contracts on sports and elections, dealing a blow to the prediction market's U.S. operations.
Gambling.com · +14 outlets
Fanatics Cleared to Launch iGaming Operations in Ontario After AGCO License Approval
Fanatics receives regulatory greenlight to enter the Ontario iGaming market, expanding its North American footprint.
foreignpolicyjournal.com · +1 outlets
More Than 540 UK High-Street Betting Shops Closed Since Last Budget, Sector Says
The UK betting industry reports accelerating physical shop closures driven by tax and regulatory pressures from the government's budget.
Focus Gaming News · +10 outlets
SkyCity Proposes 200 Job Cuts as Casino Spending Falls
SkyCity Entertainment Group plans significant staff reductions in response to declining consumer spending at its casino properties.
Casino.com · +3 outlets
Vicky Foxcroft Appointed UK Gambling Minister Following DCMS Reshuffle
The government names Vicky Foxcroft as the new gambling minister, overseeing regulation and the ongoing Gambling Act review.
Casino.com · +1 outlets

Books

DraftKings hit with California class-action suit over prediction markets as ad blitz expands
A federal lawsuit in California alleges DraftKings' prediction market products constitute illegal sports betting, as the company ramps up advertising for them i
SBC Americas · +2 outlets
MLBPA tells Congress it is open to VIP marketing ban, says MLB rejected prop bet ban
The MLB Players Association's letter to Congress reveals the league declined to ban prop bets while the union signals willingness to restrict player participati
Legal Sports Report · +2 outlets
Kalshi launches NFL player availability markets ahead of Week 1
Kalshi's new contracts on whether individual athletes will play in upcoming games create a novel prediction market pathway for sports betting-style wagering.
Legal Sports Report · +1 outlets
Red Sox Kalshi sponsorship deal faces legal questions in Massachusetts
Kalshi's multi-year partnership as the Boston Red Sox's official prediction market partner intersects with an ongoing legal dispute over the legality of such pr
Legal Sports Report · +1 outlets
SBC Summit 2026 announces five First Pitch finalists for next-gen gaming tech
The SBC Summit revealed the five startups competing in its 2026 First Pitch competition, highlighting new businesses applying innovative technology to gambling
SBC Americas · +1 outlets
The Script set to headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night
Multi-platinum band The Script will perform at the SBC Summit 2026 opening night, marking one of the largest artist bookings in the event's history.
SBC Americas · +1 outlets

Poker13 stories ›

Pierre Neuville, Belgian Poker Legend and Former November Niner, Dies at 83
The Belgian poker community mourns the loss of a WSOP November Nine finalist and respected industry figure.
PokerNews
GGPoker 2026 WSOP Online Mini Main Event Awards Its Champion $750K
A Chinese player turned $500 into nearly $750,000 by winning the GGPoker WSOP Online Mini Main Event.
PokerNews · +1 outlets
Scott Margereson Pushes Through $5M in Earnings With EPT Barcelona Victory
Margereson won the €2,700 EPT Barcelona Second Chance event for €361,060, surpassing $5 million in career tournament earnings.
PokerNews
Online Qualifier Jose Criado Leads Final 28 in EPT Barcelona Main Event
The EPT Barcelona festival continues at Casino Barcelona with 28 players remaining in the Main Event, led by an online qualifier.
PokerNews
Ari Engel Wins Championship Event at WPT Series in Cambodia
Ari Engel adds another title to his resume by winning the WPT Cambodia championship event.
PokerNews
Popular Slots Vlogger Vegas Matt Banned from Venetian in Las Vegas
The Venetian Resort has banned prominent casino vlogger Vegas Matt from its Las Vegas property.
PokerNews

Lottery18 stories ›

Illinois player wins $1.04B Powerball jackpot, the cheapest billion ever
A ticket sold in Illinois matched all Powerball numbers to win the $1.04 billion jackpot, noted as the smallest billion-dollar prize in Powerball history given
PlayUSA · +10 outlets
Powerball jackpot rolls to $48M after no winner in Aug. 17 drawing
No one matched all six numbers in Monday's Powerball drawing, pushing the jackpot to an estimated $48 million for the next draw.
Detroit Free Press · +15 outlets
Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $113M after Tuesday drawing produces no winner
No ticket matched all five numbers plus the Mega Ball in Tuesday's $100 million Mega Millions drawing, raising the jackpot to $113 million for the next draw.
Gambling News · +15 outlets
Allwyn UK CEO Andria Vidler steps down; ex-William Hill exec named as successor
Andria Vidler is leaving as CEO of Allwyn UK, the operator of the National Lottery, and a former William Hill executive will take over the leadership role.
Lottery Daily · +6 outlets
Gallup poll finds Americans are buying fewer lottery tickets
A new Gallup poll shows gambling participation among Americans has dropped to a new low, with lottery ticket purchasing declining.
Lottery Daily · +13 outlets
Hoosier Lottery to send estimated $350M surplus to Indiana state coffers
The Hoosier Lottery expects to transfer approximately $350 million in surplus revenue to the state, boosted by large Powerball jackpot runs that increased ticke
Indiana Capital Chronicle · +1 outlets

Regulation18 stories ›

Illegal US online gambling reaches $97.4B as international regulators refine oversight
SCCG report estimates the size of unlicensed US online gambling and tracks regulatory tightening by UK, Dutch and Ukrainian authorities.
SCCG Management
Fanatics receives AGCO license to launch iGaming in Ontario
Fanatics has been cleared by Ontario's regulator to enter the province's regulated online casino and sports betting market.
foreignpolicyjournal.com · +9 outlets
FanDuel defends VIP program in letter to Congress members over Harper video
FanDuel is pushing back on criticism of its VIP loyalty program after a video featuring Derek Harper drew congressional attention.
Covers.com · +12 outlets
Kalshi faces $36B legal threat as CFTC orders prediction market to keep operating
A legal battle escalates for Kalshi after the CFTC directed the platform to continue operations amid a massive financial claim.
Altcoin Buzz · +5 outlets
Trump Media scraps Truth Predict launch, opts for Crypto.com marketing deal
Trump Media abandons its planned Truth Predict prediction-market product and instead strikes a marketing agreement with Crypto.com.
Casino.com · +7 outlets
Senators warn prediction market trading on wildfires could encourage arson
US senators raise concerns that allowing prediction-market contracts on wildfire events may incentivize arson for financial gain.
Times of San Diego · +14 outlets

Biz10 stories ›

Bally's Reports $792M Revenue, Halts Chicago Casino Construction
Bally's Q2 results show revenue improvement and a pivot away from its high-cost Chicago casino development amid $4.5 billion in debt.
gambling911.com · +3 outlets
Mohegan Reports Q3 Revenue of $450.6M, Closes Connecticut Sun Sale
Mohegan's quarterly earnings reflect operational performance and the completion of the Connecticut Sun WNBA team sale.
Bettors Insider
Inspired Entertainment Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript Published
Inspired Entertainment's latest earnings call transcript provides detail on its quarterly financial performance and outlook.
AOL.com · +14 outlets
Melco Resorts Stock Edges Up Despite Margin Pressure
Melco Resorts shares hold steady as investors weigh margin challenges against broader recovery trends in Macau.
simplywall.st
Studio City Shares Rise Even as Losses Widen
Studio City's stock gains despite deepening losses, reflecting mixed investor sentiment around the Macau operator.
simplywall.st · +1 outlets
Flutter Entertainment Gets Consensus 'Moderate Buy' Rating From Analysts
Analyst ratings consolidate around a moderate buy for Flutter, the parent of FanDuel, as the online betting leader expands.
MarketBeat