USA

By: Grant MitchellMaine Gov. Janet Mills Encouraged to Veto Online Casino Bill
The poll also found that “Many Mainers” indicated they would consider the issue central to their voting decision during the next election.

By: Michael SavioThe US Needs to Establish Where a Mobile Wager Takes Place
Lawsuits over sports betting and prediction markets are putting pressure on US courts to finally determine where mobile betting occurs. The Supreme Court rejected a case involving the issues years ago, but new lawsuits could soon force a ruling.

By: Lucas DunnVegas 2026 Forecast Contrasts Construction Slump with Convention Surge
A rough 2025 for Las Vegas set the stage for high convention momentum against fewer construction plans and potential law changes.

By: Richard JanvrinIllinois Sweeps Casino Update: Evolution Gone? Sweeps Casino Leaving?
Sweeps Casino Tora Tora is leaving on Jan. 10, and game provider Evolution has left the state, too.

By: Grant MitchellDrake, Adin Ross Named in Music Botting Lawsuit Involving Stake
Drake and Adin Ross were “zealous promoters” of Stake.com and Stake.us, the American sweepstakes casino version of the crypto-based platform.

By: Grant MitchellAnonymous Group Increases Criticism of Fort Wayne, Indiana Casino
Fort Wayne Casino Opposition Increased

By: Michael SavioChicago Budget Adds City-Specific Tax, License for Sportsbooks
The city of Chicago has approved a controversial 2026 budget that will impose a 10.25% tax and city-specific licensing requirements on online sportsbooks. The SBA has filed a motion for a restraining order to stop the changes from taking effect.

By: Grant MitchellTennessee Sends Cease-and-Desists to Nearly 40 Sweepstakes Casinos
The announcement confirmed that the guilty platforms had been notified that they were required to remove their illegal offerings or be subject to further legal action.

By: Lucas DunnStalled Dream Vegas Casino Site Listed For Sale After Legal Battle
McCarthy lists the 4.7-acre Vegas site through Colliers after construction litigation, using an unsolicited $50M offer as a price guide.

By: Grant MitchellHard Rock Bet Launches iGaming, Online Sports Betting in Michigan
Up next, the company plans to “introduce itself” to its new players with a “TV, radio, digital, out-of-home” marketing campaign.