San Diego Slot Machine Player Wins $1.2 Million at Pechanga Resort Casino
The woman, whose identity has not been revealed, turned a $25 wager into an eye-watering $1,152,944.82 payout last weekend. The $25 bet was the minimum...
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Loyola Chicago Sports Betting Class Back For Second Semester
Loyola University Chicago has brought back its sports betting class this fall to educate students and prepare them for a potential career in the industry. It will be the second semester it is available, thanks to its popularity in the spring.
Three Midterm Races That Most Affect Sports Betting Markets
Sports betting could look very different depending on the results of three crucial races. The first two are gubernatorial races in Wisconsin and South Carolina, while the third is for control of the U.S. Congress starting in 2027.
Mormon Church Leader Warns Against Sports Betting, Prediction Markets
A Mormon church leader is warning younger people about the growing accessibility of sports betting and prediction markets.
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South Africa Appoints New National Gambling Board as Regulatory Scrutiny Grows
South Africa has appointed a new National Gambling Board, led by Dr Makgathatso Charlotte Chana Pilane-Majake, as the gambling sector faces increased regulatory scrutiny.
Kalshi Seeks $1 Billion Funding Round at $40 Billion Valuation
Kalshi is reportedly close to raising another $1 billion, which would bring its valuation to $40 billion.
DraftKings Stock Falls to Lowest Level Since 2023
DraftKings shares have fallen to their lowest level since April 2023 amid growing prediction market competition.
Wembanyama Won’t Promote Sportsbooks and Prediction Markets
NBA star Victor Wembanyama told reporters he won’t be partnering with sports betting platforms. He said he's focused on promoting positivity and shared his disappointment with the deals his fellow stars have made with sportsbooks and prediction markets.
Fanatics Announces Plans to Ramp Up Advertising in 2027
Fanatics’ CEO has said the company will spend up to $1 billion on marketing for its sports betting platforms. The goal is to help close the gap with DraftKings and FanDuel in sports betting and with Kalshi in prediction markets.
Industry News
San Diego Slot Machine Player Wins $1.2 Million at Pechanga Resort Casino
The woman, whose identity has not been revealed, turned a $25 wager into an eye-watering $1,152,944.82 payout last weekend. The $25 bet was the minimum...
Mormon Church Leader Warns Against Sports Betting, Prediction Markets
A Mormon church leader is warning younger people about the growing accessibility of sports betting and prediction markets.
Kalshi Seeks $1 Billion Funding Round at $40 Billion Valuation
Kalshi is reportedly close to raising another $1 billion, which would bring its valuation to $40 billion.
Financial News
Macau GGR Falls 1.2% in September as Earnings Risks Rise
Macau's September GGR slipped 1.2% to MOP18.06 billion despite an easy comparison, and CLSA warns earnings forecasts may face further cuts.
IMF Sees Macau VIP Gaming Staying a Small Share of GGR
The IMF's 2026 Article IV report says mass-market play made up about 73 percent of Macau's GGR in 2025, with VIP gaming expected to stay relatively low.
SunBet Targets Betway and Hollywoodbets as South African Online Growth Accelerates
SunBet is looking to close the gap on Betway and Hollywoodbets after growing significantly faster than South Africa’s wider online betting market.
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South Africa Appoints New National Gambling Board as Regulatory Scrutiny Grows
South Africa has appointed a new National Gambling Board, led by Dr Makgathatso Charlotte Chana Pilane-Majake, as the gambling sector faces increased regulatory scrutiny.
DraftKings Stock Falls to Lowest Level Since 2023
DraftKings shares have fallen to their lowest level since April 2023 amid growing prediction market competition.
New Zealand Sets Out Draft Testing Rules for Licensed Online Casinos
New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs has published draft testing and monitoring requirements for licensed online casino operators, including rules for RNG certification, RTP monitoring and technology controls.
Las Vegas News
Nevada Casinos Win $1.27B in August, but Tax Fees Drop
Nevada's statewide gaming win rose 3.14% to $1.27 billion in August, yet September percentage fee collections fell 5.98% as Las Vegas visitation slipped.
Casino CEOs, Nevada Say Prediction Markets Are Sportsbooks
At G2E, MGM and Caesars CEOs joined Nevada regulators in saying prediction markets are sportsbooks that need state licenses, as the legal fight heats up.
G2E 2026: Casino CEOs Weigh Vegas Pricing, Deals and Asia
Caesars, MGM and Wynn CEOs took the G2E 2026 stage to address Las Vegas pricing, visitation trends, major takeover deals and MGM's $10 billion Osaka resort.
Sports Betting
Three Midterm Races That Most Affect Sports Betting Markets
Sports betting could look very different depending on the results of three crucial races. The first two are gubernatorial races in Wisconsin and South Carolina, while the third is for control of the U.S. Congress starting in 2027.
Wembanyama Won’t Promote Sportsbooks and Prediction Markets
NBA star Victor Wembanyama told reporters he won’t be partnering with sports betting platforms. He said he's focused on promoting positivity and shared his disappointment with the deals his fellow stars have made with sportsbooks and prediction markets.
Fanatics Announces Plans to Ramp Up Advertising in 2027
Fanatics’ CEO has said the company will spend up to $1 billion on marketing for its sports betting platforms. The goal is to help close the gap with DraftKings and FanDuel in sports betting and with Kalshi in prediction markets.
Responsible Gambling News
Loyola Chicago Sports Betting Class Back For Second Semester
Loyola University Chicago has brought back its sports betting class this fall to educate students and prepare them for a potential career in the industry. It will be the second semester it is available, thanks to its popularity in the spring.
Polymarket Launches New Responsible Gambling Tools For Users
Polymarket has announced new responsible gambling tools for users, which include a self-exclusion list and deposit limits. It also partnered with Birches Health to help struggling users have easy access to confidential help from therapists trained to address compulsive gambling.
Bettors Are Being Forgotten In Battle Over Sports Contracts
The fight over sports prediction markets may be ultimately decided in the coming months as SCOTUS prepares to review the issue. While both sides highlight problem gambling concerns, neither has shown that they can actually solve the issue.
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Grant is an industry news expert who covers legislative news, financial updates, and general industry trends. As a veteran of the gambling industry, Grant has experience in the world of casinos, sports betting, and iGaming.
All Reviews by Grant Mitchell
Legal & Esports News Writer
Richard started writing as a teenager before breaking into sports coverage professionally in 2015, then entered the iGaming space in 2018 covering news, reviews, bonuses, sweepstakes casinos, legal, and more.
All Reviews by Richard Janvrin
Sports Betting & Industry News Writer
Michael is a writer from Denver who covers the sports betting industry for Casino.com. He has been covering the industry for over four years, focusing on providing accurate and easy-to-understand information for readers.
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Lucas Michael Dunn is a prolific iGaming content writer with 8+ years of experience dissecting it all, from game and casino reviews to industry news, blogs, and guides.
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Heather Gartland is a seasoned casino content editor with over 20 years of experience in the online gambling industry, specialising in casino reviews, pokies, bonuses, and responsible gambling content.
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