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Canadian Airlines Boeing 737-200 aircraft C-GEPW at Miami Airport, February 2000
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Canada Shuns Vegas: 2026 Tourism Faces Massive Air Capacity Drop

The poll indicates that travel choices are based on values, with nearly half of Canadians aged 18-29 judging friends for US vacations.
Industry
Proposal Could Legalize Tysons Casino
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Senate Leader Reintroduces Tysons Corner, Fairfax County Casino Bill

The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission found that a northern Virginia casino could generate $155 million in annual tax revenue for the state.
Industry
Dignitas Forced to Bring in Subs Due to Visa Issues with FBI and IgNar
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Dignitas Forced to Bring in Subs Due to Visa Issues with FBI and IgNar

Due to visa issues, Dignitas is forced to bring in two emergency subs for two of its players.
Esports
Sports betting spelled with Scrabble tiles on wooden surface
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Vegas Bookmaker Manteris Urges Congress to Enforce Separation of Sports and Betting

With over 40 years in the industry, Manteris warns that the rapid growth of legal sports betting in America has surpassed regulatory safeguards.
Las Vegas
Sphere Could Drop Next to MGM National Harbor
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Las Vegas Sphere Proposal Set for MGM National Harbor Site

Local leaders said the project could bring hundreds of millions in revenue and thousands of jobs, as well as become a draw for major events.
Industry
Netflix Revamps Warner Bros. Discovery Deal With $72B All-Cash Offer
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Netflix Revamps Warner Bros. Discovery Deal With $72B All-Cash Offer

Netflix moved to a $72B all-cash deal for Warner Bros. Discovery, aiming to speed approval and counter a rival bid.
Financial News
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Fears Grow Over Impact of Prediction Markets on Young Bettors

There are growing fears about what is driving the rise of sports prediction markets, which may be due to the lower minimum age requirement. The industry has set the age at 18, while more sportsbooks have theirs at 21.
Full Sail University, Tribe Gaming Launch Esports Internship Program
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Full Sail University, Tribe Gaming Launch Esports Internship Program

Full Sail University and esports organization Tribe Gaming have come together to offer an esports internship program.
Esports
Petersburg Casino Opening on Thursday
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Fifth Virginia Casino Will Open on Thursday With Live! in Petersburg

The facility will serve as a stop-gap until the permanent location opens in what is estimated to be late 2027 or early 2028.
Industry
Golden Gate Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas at night, April 2013
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas’ Golden Gate Casino Marks 120 Years of History on Fremont Street

To honor its long history, an anniversary celebration took place on January 16 in downtown Las Vegas, featuring giveaways, free shots, and merch.
Las Vegas