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Sat, Sep 19, 5:45 AM ET

The Floor18 stories ›

Workers at Encore Boston Harbor go on strike after contract talks break down
More than 1,300 unionized workers at Wynn Resorts' Encore Boston Harbor walked off the job after failing to reach a new labor deal with management.
Igamingbusiness · +14 outlets
Nevada and New Jersey escalate fight against prediction markets with SCOTUS petition
A multi-state regulatory battle over whether sports-event contracts on platforms like Kalshi constitute illegal backdoor sports betting reaches the Supreme Cour
Casino.com · +14 outlets
AGA forecasts $29.5B in legal NFL wagering, flat year-over-year, as prediction markets surge
The American Gaming Association projects flat NFL handle growth for 2026, citing the rise of unlicensed prediction-market products as a competitive threat.
PR Newswire · +4 outlets
Bally's CFO Mira Mircheva resigns as financial pressures mount
Bally's Corporation faces a C-suite transition amid rising revenue but growing debt concerns and the costly Chicago casino project.
Igamingbusiness · +7 outlets
Entain dropped from FTSE 100 after market value decline
Entain exits the UK blue-chip index following a five-year share-price downturn, though some analysts see upside in its digital turnaround.
Igamingbusiness · +13 outlets
Singapore betting tax revenue rises 11.9% to $2.84B in fiscal 2025/26
Singapore's gambling tax haul hit a record as its two casino resorts continued to generate strong contributions.
Asia Gaming Brief (AGB) · +1 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 ›

Entain relegated from FTSE 100 as analysts see substantial upside
The gambling operator Entain dropped out of the UK's blue-chip FTSE 100 index, though analysts note potential recovery in the stock.
Casino.org · +2 outlets
Brazil weighs sweeping online gambling curbs as Lula pushes for tougher rules
Brazilian regulators are considering broad restrictions on online gambling as President Lula advocates for stricter oversight of the sector.
iGamingToday.com
Maryland ballot again excludes online gambling legalization as sweepstakes also escape ban
Maryland voters will not see online gambling legalization on the ballot this cycle, and sweepstakes operations also avoided a ban.
iGamingToday.com · +2 outlets
Cambodian gaming regulator preparing new casino license renewal framework
Cambodia is developing a formal casino license review framework to strengthen regulatory oversight of the sector.
IAG · +7 outlets
AGA forecasts flat $29.5B legal NFL betting handle
The American Gaming Association projects the legal NFL betting handle will remain flat at $29.5 billion for the upcoming season.
Gambling.com · +4 outlets
Pennsylvania online casinos post massive month to start new fiscal year
Pennsylvania's online casino market recorded a strong revenue month as the state's new fiscal year began.
SportsLine · +14 outlets

Books

Michigan judge orders Kalshi to stop sports-event contracts and geoblock state, citing 7 reasons
A Michigan Circuit Court judge cited seven reasons for ordering Kalshi to cease offering sports event contracts in the state and geoblock Michigan or face a $50
Sbcamericas · +1 outlets
NFL remains strongest skeptic of prediction markets among US leagues, sending new letter to Kalshi and Polymarket
The NFL, the league Americans bet on most, continues to push back against prediction markets by seeking removal of certain bet types from platforms like Kalshi
Sbcamericas
SBC Summit to feature Western Europe track on regulation, tech, and market competition
The SBC Summit's dedicated Western Europe track will help operators navigate tighter regulation, black-market activity, and player retention challenges in matur
Sbcamericas · +1 outlets
Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026 to include Platforms & Performance track
The Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026 will feature a dedicated conference track examining technologies, engagement strategies, and content models behind modern affi
Sbcamericas · +1 outlets
Hard Rock Digital, Crypto.com, and IAGR announce new hires and executive moves
SBC Americas tracks key personnel changes across North American gaming and prediction market operators and suppliers, including moves at Hard Rock Digital, Cryp
Sbcamericas

Poker18 stories ›

Chess.com Launches Gambit Poker Site to Attract New Players
The world's largest chess platform enters the poker space with a new product aimed at beginners.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
Kevin Hart Partners with Pragmatic Play for €1.25M Live Casino Event
Kevin Hart joins Pragmatic Play for a star-studded live casino event with €1.25M in prizes on Nov 6-7.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
Mediterranean Poker Party in Cyprus Offers $5M Guaranteed Main Event
The festival runs Sept. 17-27 in North Cyprus with a $5M guaranteed main event.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
No WSOPE? King's Resort Rozvadov Offers €10M+ in Tournament Guarantees
King's Resort runs the King's Million EPC from Sept. 16-Oct. 6 with over €10M in total guarantees.
Pokernews
Texas Mike Apologizes for Actions After $4.2M High Stakes Poker Nit-Roll
Texas Mike publicly apologized after expressing frustration following a $4.2 million pot loss on High Stakes Poker.
Pokernews · +1 outlets
Lex Veldhuis Records Closest WSOP Bracelet Near-Miss
Twitch streamer Lex Veldhuis made his deepest WSOP run yet, falling short of his first bracelet.
Pokernews · +1 outlets

Lottery18 stories ›

Powerball: No ticket matches all six numbers in Saturday's $232 million drawing
The jackpot rolled over again, pushing the next Powerball drawing higher after no player hit all six numbers.
GulfLive.com · +15 outlets
Mega Millions: No jackpot winner in Friday's $209 million drawing, next jackpot hits $227 million
With no ticket matching all six numbers, the Mega Millions jackpot rolled up to an estimated $227 million.
PennLive.com · +15 outlets
Unclaimed $1.04 billion Powerball prize still outstanding a month after winning draw
The winner of a $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot has yet to come forward and claim the prize.
Daytona Beach News-Journal · +6 outlets
Second winner claims $25M Massachusetts Lottery Mega Money prize, one top prize remains
The $25 million claim is the second-largest Massachusetts lottery prize of 2026, following a record $30 million win.
Boston 25 News · +4 outlets
Powerball Xs and Os: NFL-themed lottery game explained, drawing times and odds
The new NFL-branded Powerball Xs and Os game adds a football-themed lottery draw with its own jackpot structure.
IndyStar · +11 outlets
Ondo state government declares Stake.com unlicensed in Nigeria
A Nigerian state government says the offshore betting operator Stake.com lacks a local license.
Vanguard News

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