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Mon, Oct 12, 5:46 AM ET

The Floor18 stories ›

Macau keeps 2026 gaming revenue forecast at US$29.2B despite four straight months of yearly declines
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai said October will be decisive for whether Macau hits its MOP236 billion (US$29.2 billion) 2026 gross gaming revenue target.
Asia Gaming Brief (AGB) · +5 outlets
CFTC proposes rules defining event contracts as swaps, asserting federal authority over prediction markets
The two proposals would formally place event contracts under federal swaps regulation while barring traditional gambling, reshaping oversight of prediction plat
Cdcgaming · +13 outlets
Lottomatica and CIRSA approve merger plan to create a major European gaming group
The approved tie-up would consolidate Italian and Spanish gaming operations into one of the sector's largest operators.
iGamingToday.com · +6 outlets
Britain's casinos warn 3,800 jobs at risk as proposed tax hike threatens closures
UK casino operators say higher gambling taxes could force venue closures and significant job losses across the country.
SportsBoom UK
Michigan regulator issues cease-and-desist letters to 33 offshore gambling operators
The Michigan Gaming Control Board escalated its player-protection crackdown on unlicensed offshore sites, drawing a legal push by the regulator.
www.well-played.com.au · +14 outlets
New York regulators propose AI and intervention limits for sportsbooks to close problem gambling gaps
The New York State Gaming Commission is seeking to bar operators from using AI to personalize promotions and wagering recommendations.
Cdcgaming · +10 outlets

Vegas18 stories ›

Barry Manilow exits second Vegas comeback show early, cancels Saturday night performance
Manilow's return to his Las Vegas residency was cut short by bronchitis just days after he resumed performing, forcing multiple cancellations.
Variety · +13 outlets
Resorts World president says company site is ideal location for a Las Vegas NBA arena
The pitch adds Genting's Resorts World to the list of Strip properties angling to host a prospective NBA expansion franchise arena in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Review-Journal · +13 outlets
Storm Rachel remnants trigger flash flood warnings and flooding across Las Vegas Valley
Residual moisture from Tropical Storm Rachel brought flash flooding and strong winds to the Las Vegas area, disrupting local travel and events.
Las Vegas Review-Journal · +13 outlets
Jeffrey Soffer proposes 163,000-square-foot casino overhaul in Hallandale Beach
The redevelopment pitch marks another Florida gaming expansion attempt by the Fontainebleau developer.
Hoodline · +2 outlets
Caesars Virginia opens visitors center to steer guests to local businesses
The Danville casino is adding an outreach facility as it looks to build goodwill with the surrounding community.
Casino.org · +1 outlets
ACT gambling reforms to ban cash withdrawals at pokie venues
The Australian Capital Territory is tightening cash access rules at poker machine venues as part of broader harm-reduction regulation.
Casino.com · +14 outlets

Global18 stories ›

Macau keeps MOP 236 billion 2026 GGR forecast despite four straight months of year-on-year declines
Macau's Chief Executive said the government will not revise this year's gross gaming revenue target even as monthly gaming revenue has fallen on a year-over-yea
SCCG Management · +4 outlets
Singapore regulator fines Marina Bay Sands, Resorts World Sentosa and Singapore Pools S$275,000 for non-compliance
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Singapore penalized the two casino operators and the state lottery operator for regulatory breaches, with Marina Bay Sands
VnExpress International · +6 outlets
Wynn Resorts' UAE casino seen beating estimates as analyst draws Singapore comparisons
An analyst argued the planned Wynn Al Marjan Island resort in the UAE could outperform current projections, citing Singapore's integrated resort performance as
Casino.org · +1 outlets
Cambodia cancels 18 casino licences over alleged ties to online scam operations
Cambodian authorities have revoked the licences as part of a widening crackdown on scam compounds linked to casino operations in the country.
Focus Gaming News · +9 outlets
ACT government to ban cash withdrawals at pokie venues under gambling reforms
The Australian Capital Territory's reforms target cash access inside venues with poker machines as part of broader harm-minimization measures.
Casino.com · +14 outlets
Macquarie cuts price targets on sports betting stocks ahead of third quarter earnings
The broker lowered its targets across the sports betting sector in a note published before operators report quarterly results.
Casino.org · +5 outlets

iGaming18 stories ›

Britain's casinos warn 3,800 jobs at risk as tax hike threatens closures
UK casino operators say higher gaming taxes could force venue closures and significant job losses across the sector.
SportsBoom UK · +1 outlets
Alberta faces online poker blackout as PokerStars and 888 announce market exits
Two major operators are withdrawing from Alberta's newly regulated online poker market, leaving players with limited options.
Poker Industry PRO
Lottomatica and CIRSA approve merger plan to create gaming industry giant
The combination would create one of the largest land-based and online gaming groups in Europe.
iGamingToday.com · +2 outlets
Michigan issues cease-and-desist orders to 33 offshore gambling sites
State regulators are escalating enforcement against unlicensed offshore operators targeting Michigan players.
iGamingToday.com · +6 outlets
Sports betting rules face Supreme Court test over Kalshi contracts
The case could determine whether event-based derivative contracts fall under federal or state gambling oversight.
CasinoBeats · +14 outlets
Pennsylvania HB 2801 would ban sweepstakes games with fines up to $500K
The bill adds Pennsylvania to the growing list of states moving to restrict sweepstakes casino operators.
RG.org · +1 outlets

Books18 stories ›

Seminole Tribe sues DraftKings, alleging illegal Florida gambling via Pick6 and prediction markets
The suit challenges DraftKings' Pick6 product and prediction market offerings as unlicensed sports betting in a state where the tribe holds exclusive gaming rig
Bonus.com · +14 outlets
CFTC proposes dividing prediction contracts from sportsbook wagers in new rule framework
The proposed distinction could reshape oversight of event contracts traded on platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket relative to licensed sportsbooks.
CryptoSlate · +13 outlets
DraftKings shares in focus as prediction markets reshape US sports betting
Investor attention centers on how fast-growing prediction market platforms could pressure established sportsbook operators.
Yahoo Finance · +14 outlets
DraftKings Sportsbook goes live in Alberta as market opens
The launch marks the first wave of regulated commercial sportsbook operators entering Alberta's newly opened online betting market.
RotoWire · +14 outlets
Bank of America upgrades DraftKings stock after 19% monthly decline
The upgrade follows a sharp share price drop that analysts attribute to competitive and regulatory uncertainty in online betting.
Bonus.com · +7 outlets
Citi upgrade prompts reassessment of Flutter Entertainment stock narrative
Analyst rating changes continue to drive sentiment on the FanDuel parent as investors weigh US and international growth.
Simply Wall Street · +1 outlets

Poker18 stories ›

Brandon Wilson wins $100K Super High Roller Bowl XI for $1.1M, beating Nick Petrangelo
Wilson recovered from near elimination at the money bubble to win the $100,000 buy-in event, defeating recent Triton $150K Anniversary champion Nick Petrangelo
Pokernews · +3 outlets
Seminoles sue DraftKings over prediction market in Florida
The tribe's lawsuit challenges DraftKings' prediction-market offering in Florida, part of a broader legal fight over whether such products fall under tribal gam
Card Player · +14 outlets
Sergio Aido wins third WSOP bracelet and $2.2M after firing 20 bullets
Aido's heavy re-entry strategy paid off with a seven-figure score and a third career WSOP title.
Play USA · +3 outlets
Norway online poker proposal includes heavy restrictions
Norwegian regulators have floated rules that would sharply limit online poker offerings, adding to Europe's tightening iGaming oversight.
Card Player · +7 outlets
Ontario Supreme Court iGaming case weighed for its Toronto impact
The court case could reshape how regulated iGaming operators function in Ontario's competitive market.
Toronto Guardian · +1 outlets
WSOP Player of the Year race heads to a showdown in Paradise
The WSOP Player of the Year standings are set to be decided at the series' Paradise finale.
Poker.org · +2 outlets

Lottery18 stories ›

Powerball jackpot climbs to $538M after no ticket matched all six numbers in Saturday's drawing
No jackpot winner emerged from Saturday's $516 million drawing, pushing the next Powerball top prize to an estimated $538 million.
MyNewsLA.com · +15 outlets
Moldova's National Lottery audit uncovers 34.6 million lei in irregularities
State auditors flagged financial irregularities at Moldova's national lottery operator, raising questions about oversight of the state-run gaming monopoly.
logos-pres.md
NY Gaming Commission advances rules banning AI-generated promotions and adding at-risk bettor protections
New York regulators moved forward on rules targeting AI-driven gambling marketing and enhanced safeguards for problem gamblers, a template other states may foll
RG.org · +2 outlets
Lagos Gaming Authority orders telecom and VAS providers to comply on unlicensed betting within 30 days
Nigeria's Lagos State regulator set a 30-day compliance deadline for carriers and value-added service platforms facilitating unlicensed betting activity.
Head Topics · +1 outlets
Mega Millions jackpot rises to $385 million after Friday's $364 million drawing rolls over
No ticket won Friday's Mega Millions top prize, lifting the next jackpot estimate to $385 million.
Democrat and Chronicle · +8 outlets
Kerala paper urges state to expand own revenue base and treat lottery receipts prudently
A new policy paper argues Kerala's dependence on lottery revenue is unsustainable and calls for broader tax measures, a debate relevant to other lottery-depende
The Hindu · +1 outlets

Regulation18 stories ›

Sports betting rules face Supreme Court test over Kalshi event contracts
The case could determine whether prediction market contracts are governed by federal commodities law or state gambling statutes across the US.
CasinoBeats · +14 outlets
Michigan regulator issues cease-and-desist orders to 33 offshore gambling operators
The Michigan Gaming Control Board's crackdown targets unlicensed sites it says offer no player protections, part of a broader US state push against offshore ope
iGamingToday.com · +11 outlets
CFTC issues new rules separating prediction markets from casino-style gambling
The proposed swap-definition exceptions aim to clarify which event contracts fall under federal derivatives oversight versus state gambling law.
Analytics Insight · +14 outlets
New York Gaming Commission advances AI promo ban and at-risk bettor rules
The proposed rules would restrict AI-driven promotions and require intervention protocols for problem gambling, signaling tighter oversight of sportsbooks in Ne
RG.org · +5 outlets
Nevada pushes to restore full gambling loss tax deduction
The effort seeks to reverse a cap on deductions that the state's casino industry says raises the effective tax burden on players and operators.
Gambling News · +14 outlets
Pennsylvania HB 2801 would ban sweepstakes games with fines up to $500K
The bill targets unregulated sweepstakes casino operators in a state where skill games and gaming expansion are already politically contested.
RG.org · +1 outlets

Biz9 stories ›

Kangwon Land reports non-casino losses approaching 1.7 trillion won
The South Korean casino operator's non-gaming businesses have accumulated heavy losses, putting pressure on the only domestic casino open to local residents.
Seoul Economic Daily
Australian Capital Territory gambling reforms to ban cash withdrawals at pokie venues
The ACT is adding cash-withdrawal restrictions at poker machine venues to its gambling harm-reduction regime, following other Australian jurisdictions.
Casino.com · +5 outlets
Bally's stock rated Reduce by Wall Street brokerages
Analyst sentiment on Bally's Corporation has turned negative as the regional casino and online operator works through its balance sheet and integration issues.
MarketBeat
Oracle shares fall 10% despite earnings beat as Wall Street backs aggressive buying
Oracle's post-earnings selloff drew buy recommendations from analysts, highlighting the market's sensitivity to the company's cloud and AI spending outlook.
Stocktwits · +12 outlets
Rocket Lab and AST SpaceMobile shares rise ahead of space earnings day
Investors turned optimistic on space stocks before a cluster of sector results, taking a cue from SpaceX's reported performance.
Stocktwits · +11 outlets
Morgan Stanley lifts Coinbase price target to $258, COIN shares gain 5%
The target increase reflects improved expectations for the crypto exchange as digital asset markets recover.
The Market Periodical · +4 outlets