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By: Richard JanvrinEli Manning's Firm Acquires Major Youth Sports Operator RCX Sports
The acquisition expands Eli Manning's involvement in youth sports and flag football initiatives.

By: Richard JanvrinGoogle Agrees to $920 Million Monthly Data Center Deal With SpaceX
The agreement highlights growing demand for AI computing infrastructure and data center capacity.

By: Grant MitchellCasino Union Leader Calls for Banishment of Sports Event Contracts
Her belief is that sports event contracts are a form of unlicensed gambling, which is impermissible according to state regulations.

By: Richard JanvrinPennsylvania Lawmakers Propose New Problem Gambling Safeguards
New legislation would add restrictions on gambling deposits, advertising, and account funding methods.

By: Richard JanvrinEvoke Agrees to £243 Million Acquisition by Bally's Intralot
The owner of William Hill UK and 888 has agreed to a takeover deal with Bally's Intralot.

By: Michael SavioPolis Signs off On New Regulations for Colorado Sportsbooks
Colorado Governor Polis has signed off on SB 131, which will enact several new regulations to help protect bettors. The bill also sets firm requirements for the sports betting tax revenue sent to fund the State Water Plan.

By: Grant MitchellSelf-Excluded Woman Wins Jackpot, Gets Kicked Out of PA Casino
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) says that individuals on the self-excluded list are prohibited from receiving gambling winnings.

By: Michael SavioIllinois Lawmakers Approve New Tax for Sports Contracts
Illinois lawmakers have approved a budget that will add a new per-transaction tax on sports contracts. The tax was added despite the state not having legal authority to enforce it, and is likely to result in more lawsuits from the industry.

By: Richard JanvrinBill Ackman Set to Earn $600 Million as Universal Music Investment Ends
Pershing Square's five-year investment in Universal Music is coming to an end after they rejected a $65 billion takeover deal proposal.

By: Grant MitchellCalifornia Woman Wins $1.3 Million Casino Jackpot from $8 Bet
After confirming her jackpot, Sycuan extended a complimentary resort stay and a massage at Spa Ritual to round out her experience.