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The Floor18 stories ›

Caesars Sets Sept. 22 Shareholder Vote on Fertitta's $17.6B Buyout
Shareholders will vote on Tilman Fertitta's proposed acquisition of Caesars Entertainment, one of the largest casino M&A deals in recent years.
Casino.com · +3 outlets
Nevada Casinos Post 2.1% Revenue Increase to $1.4B in July
Nevada's 453 casinos began the fiscal year with modest gaming win growth driven by Strip and statewide performance.
Cdcgaming · +1 outlets
Las Vegas Strip Gaming Win Rises 3.64% to $776M in July
Strip revenue growth outpaced the broader state as visitor spending remained resilient.
Casino.com
Allwyn Q2 Revenue Surges 27% to €1.25B as PrizePicks and Europe Drive Growth
Allwyn's strong quarter was fueled by its PrizePicks acquisition and European operations, reinforcing its global expansion strategy.
Igamingbusiness · +3 outlets
NFL Renews DraftKings, FanDuel Sports Betting Partnerships Following Fanatics Deal
The league extended its key sportsbook deals as the market consolidates around top-tier operators.
Casino.com · +13 outlets
Federal Appeals Court Rules Kalshi Cannot Block Nevada's Regulation of Sports Event Contracts
A unanimous 3-0 ruling affirms Nevada gaming regulators' authority over prediction-market contracts on sporting events.
Cdcgaming · +13 outlets

Vegas18 stories ›

Caesars calls shareholders to vote on $17.6B Fertitta Entertainment acquisition offer
Caesars shareholders will vote on a $17.6 billion takeover proposal from Fertitta Entertainment, a major potential consolidation in the casino industry.
iGaming Brazil · +10 outlets
Las Vegas jury convicts Duane Davis in Tupac Shakur murder case
The verdict resolves a decades-old high-profile murder case that has drawn international attention to Las Vegas.
gamblingnews.com · +14 outlets
Wynn Resorts stock hits 52-week low as Q2 2026 earnings beat faces Macau questions
Wynn shares underperform despite beating Q2 expectations, with investor concerns centered on Macau's recovery trajectory.
AD HOC NEWS · +5 outlets
JD Vance visits Las Vegas for Republican Jewish Coalition summit, triggering road closures and flight disruptions
The Vice President's Las Vegas stop for the RJC summit caused rolling Strip roadblocks and airport gate holds, while he addressed Israel and sidestepped questio
Las Vegas Review-Journal · +12 outlets
MGM Resorts & BetMGM commit $300,000 to responsible gaming research and partnerships
The investment underscores growing industry focus on responsible gambling initiatives amid regulatory scrutiny.
PR Newswire · +5 outlets
Las Vegas Strip to lose two major shows as Cirque's Mad Apple and Wynn's Awakening close
The closures mark a shift in Las Vegas entertainment offerings on the Strip.
KSNV · +6 outlets

Global18 stories ›

Macau casino GGR falls 1.2% year-on-year in August to US$2.71 billion, third monthly decline
Macau's gross gaming revenue slipped to about MOP21.89 billion (US$2.71 billion) in August, marking the third consecutive month of year-on-year decline.
Ggrasia · +12 outlets
Analysts forecast Macau September GGR rebound after soft August, CLSA sees just 0.3% growth
JP Morgan and Seaport expect year-on-year growth in September aided by easier comparisons, while CLSA forecasts a much smaller 0.3% rise versus the 9.5% consens
Ggrasia · +3 outlets
Sands China adopts alternative HK bourse public-float threshold as LVS stake tops 75%
Sands China's public float fell to 24.9%, slightly below the required 25%, prompting the company to adopt an alternative threshold under Hong Kong exchange rule
Ggrasia
Jeju Dream Tower August casino sales up 7.5% year-on-year to US$34 million, sets table drop record
Lotte Tour Development's Jeju Dream Tower reported year-on-year casino sales growth of 7.5% in August, though sales fell 10.4% month-on-month.
Ggrasia · +3 outlets
Melco parent books slight 1H26 revenue growth to US$2.6 billion but profit down 11.8% on higher costs
Melco Resorts' parent company reported modest revenue growth in the first half of 2026, but rising costs led to an 11.8% decline in profit.
IAG
Paradise Co sees August casino sales jump 32% year-on-year to US$77 million
South Korea's foreigner-only casino operator Paradise Co reported strong year-on-year growth in August casino sales across all four venues.
Ggrasia

iGaming18 stories ›

New Jersey Casinos Face Bleak Future, Profit Squeeze Despite Revenue Growth, Experts Warn
Multiple reports and a new study warn that Atlantic City casinos are seeing profits shrink and face a bleak outlook due to north Jersey expansion threats and ri
Card Player · +6 outlets
Alberta Minister Rebukes BCLC Chair Over iGaming Criticism
The Alberta Minister directly rebuked the BCLC chair for criticizing the province's iGaming model, highlighting tension between provincial regulators and the go
Casino.org
BetRivers and Gateway Launch Alberta Partnership
BetRivers and Gateway Casinos have partnered to launch online casino offerings in Alberta's regulated iGaming market, expanding the province's competitive lands
Casino.org · +8 outlets
AGCO Fines NorthStar $100K Over Anti-Money Laundering Failures
Ontario's AGCO fined NorthStar Gaming $100,000 for anti-money laundering compliance failures, underscoring regulatory scrutiny in the Canadian market.
Casino.org · +1 outlets
CSA and CIRO Reject Sports Prediction Market Contracts in Canada
Canadian securities regulators and CIRO rejected sports prediction market contracts, blocking products that would have competed with regulated sportsbooks.
Casino.org · +6 outlets
Gaming Attorneys Blast CFTC Over Alleged Defiance of Court Orders
Gaming attorneys have criticized the CFTC for allegedly defying court orders in the ongoing dispute over event contracts, including sports betting-related produ
SNJ Today · +1 outlets

Books8 stories ›

NJ asks Supreme Court to decide legality of Kalshi sports betting
New Jersey petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to rule on whether Kalshi sports event contracts are legal bets, following a Ninth Circuit ruling that they are not
Sbcamericas · +2 outlets
Polymarket hits $21B valuation on new $1B funding round led by 1789 Capital
Polymarket is raising $1 billion at a $21 billion valuation in a round led by 1789 Capital, which includes Donald Trump Jr. among its partners, underscoring sur
Legalsportsreport · +2 outlets
Stifel says Flutter's winning playbook can boost FanDuel growth
Analysts at Stifel argue that higher FanDuel marketing costs in the second half may create noise around earnings but Flutter has successfully executed a similar
Legalsportsreport · +1 outlets
Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches 'Bet On Respect' to curb athlete harassment
Massachusetts bettors who harass athletes online or in person could face exclusion from wagering and casinos under a new Massachusetts Gaming Commission initiat
Legalsportsreport · +1 outlets
Colorado fines Fanatics Sportsbook $20,000 for promos sent to self-excluded VIP
Colorado's gaming regulator fined Fanatics Sportsbook $20,000 for twice sending a promotional offer to a VIP user who had self-excluded from all online sports b
Sbcamericas · +3 outlets
Kalshi attempts reset with Santos ban announcement after Ninth Circuit setback
Days after its major court loss, Kalshi announced disciplinary actions including a lifetime ban, attempting to reset the news cycle around the prediction market
Sbcamericas · +1 outlets

Poker16 stories ›

Benjamin Rolle wins second WSOP bracelet, $1.37M prize
Rolle outlasted 5,517 opponents to capture his second career WSOP bracelet.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
Eric Wasserson becomes winningest ring game livestream poker player ever
Wasserson won over $3.2 million on High Stakes Poker to set a new record for live-streamed cash game earnings.
Pokernews
Texas Mike apologizes after $4.2M pot nit-roll on High Stakes Poker
Texas Mike expressed frustration and later apologized following a controversial $4.2 million pot on the show.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
EPC Barcelona reshuffles PokerStars Live League standings as Roiter takes control
Big winners at EPT Barcelona have significantly altered the PokerStars Live League title races.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
Rick Salomon says high-stakes poker session led him to drug rehab
Salomon said a specific poker session made him realize he needed help, claiming he might 'still be on drugs' without it.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
King's Resort runs King's Million EPC with €10M+ guarantees in Rozvadov
Three weeks of tournament action, the King's Million EPC, run September 16 through October 6 at King's Resort.
Pokernews · +1 outlets

Lottery18 stories ›

Mega Millions $800M jackpot winner claims cash prize in Florida, stays anonymous
The winner of the $800M Mega Millions jackpot sold at a Wawa near Sarasota has come forward to claim the prize as a lump-sum cash option.
wtsp.com · +14 outlets
Powerball jackpot rises to $131M after no winner in Saturday drawing
The Powerball jackpot climbed to $131 million for the Monday drawing after no ticket matched all six numbers on Saturday.
MyNewsLA.com · +14 outlets
Powerball winning numbers for Aug. 29 drawing, jackpot climbs to $131M
No one hit the Powerball jackpot in the Saturday Aug. 29 drawing, rolling the prize to $131M for Monday.
The News Journal · +8 outlets
Massachusetts Lottery criticized for cartoonish games critics say lure children
Critics compare the Massachusetts Lottery's cartoon-themed instant games to Joe Camel marketing, arguing they appeal to children.
The Boston Globe · +1 outlets
Greenbrier casino license approved under Kennedy Lewis majority ownership
The West Virginia Lottery Commission cleared Kennedy Lewis's majority ownership of The Greenbrier casino resort.
World Casino News · +10 outlets
Powerball awards $1M Match 5 prizes to players in Georgia and California
Two Powerball players won $1 million each by matching five numbers in the Saturday drawing.
Gambling News · +14 outlets

Regulation18 stories ›

Ninth Circuit rules Kalshi sports contracts are bets, not swaps; Nevada can enforce gaming laws
The appeals court rejected Kalshi's bid to block Nevada oversight, allowing state gaming regulators to treat its sports contracts as wagers.
Crowdfund Insider · +14 outlets
CNN examines casino industry's 'all-out war' against prediction markets
A CNN feature details the lobbying and legal campaign by casino and gaming interests to restrict prediction market operators like Kalshi and Polymarket.
CNN · +2 outlets
Connecticut sues Kalshi over alleged unlicensed sports betting
The state filed suit accusing Kalshi of operating sports betting without a license, adding to legal challenges against the prediction market.
Law Commentary · +13 outlets
New Jersey sets July iGaming record as New York online casino bill dies in Albany
New Jersey posted an all-time monthly iGaming revenue record in July while New York lawmakers failed to advance an online casino bill.
The Eastern Herald · +14 outlets
Brazilian lawmakers introduce bill to end online betting
Legislation in Brazil's congress would prohibit online betting in the country, a major threat to the regulated market.
CDC Gaming · +12 outlets
Colorado law targets abusive sports betting practices
A new Colorado law addresses harmful sports betting behaviors and tightens requirements for operators in the state.
9News · +5 outlets

Biz14 stories ›

Star Entertainment warns tough conditions to persist after annual loss
Australia's Star Entertainment reported a full-year loss and cautioned that challenging trading conditions will continue, signaling ongoing pressure on the Aust
The Business Times · +7 outlets
Wynn Resorts stock holds after Q2 2026 earnings beat and steady dividend
Wynn Resorts shares held firm after the company beat Q2 earnings expectations and maintained its dividend, while multiple investment firms disclosed new stakes
AD HOC NEWS · +6 outlets
LVS stock sits at fresh 52-week low as investors digest revenue growth and cash returns
Las Vegas Sands shares traded near a new 52-week low despite recent revenue growth and cash return programs, reflecting investor caution on Macau's recovery pac
AD HOC NEWS
Caesars Entertainment stock holds steady as Q2 loss contrasts with rising revenue
Caesars shares were steady after reporting a second-quarter net loss even as revenue increased, highlighting margin pressure from operating costs.
AD HOC NEWS · +1 outlets
BYD stock steadies as investors weigh casino exposure and earnings momentum
BYD shares stabilized as the market assesses the company's casino-related investments alongside its broader earnings trajectory.
AD HOC NEWS · +2 outlets
Evolution stock holds firm as online casino demand supports latest earnings
Evolution shares remained steady as sustained online casino demand underpinned the company's most recent earnings report.
AD HOC NEWS · +5 outlets