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Fanatics Announces Plans to Ramp Up Advertising in 2027
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

NCPG Recommends Default Spending Limits in Pennsylvania

The National Council on Problem Gambling has recommended setting default spending limits for sportsbooks in Pennsylvania. The recommendation comes after a state-commissioned report details the impact of problem gambling.
Responsible Gambling
Treasure Island casino-hotel exterior lit up at night on the Las Vegas Strip
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Treasure Island's $200 Free Play Draws Six-Hour Lines

Treasure Island is offering $200 in free slot play to Treasury Club members, drawing six-hour lines on the Las Vegas Strip through Sept. 7.
Las Vegas
Connected car dashboard showing icons for GPS, cloud, traffic, and sensors used in driverless robotaxi technology like Zoox
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Zoox Launches Paid Driverless Robotaxi Rides in Las Vegas

Zoox began charging for driverless robotaxi rides in Las Vegas on Aug. 10, becoming the first controls-free robotaxi to charge U.S. passengers.
Las Vegas
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas twin towers lit up at night on the Las Vegas Strip
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Steve Lacy's Oh Yeah? Tour Stops in Las Vegas This Fall

Steve Lacy will play The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas on Nov. 13 as part of his 27-city Oh Yeah? Tour this fall.
Las Vegas
DraftKings Predictions Preparing to Add Parlay-Style 'Combos'
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

DraftKings Predictions Preparing to Add Parlay-Style 'Combos'

DraftKings is preparing to introduce "combos," a parlay-style product that would allow prediction market traders to combine multiple outcomes.
Industry
The Sphere in Las Vegas displaying a moon visual on its exterior at night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Sphere Stock Hits Record $174.86 as Wizard of Oz Soars

Sphere Entertainment stock hit an all-time high of $174.86, fueled by Wizard of Oz's success and Backstreet Boys' extended Sphere residency.
Las Vegas
CFTC Orders Kalshi to Keep Offering Event Contracts Despite New York Lawsuit
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

CFTC Orders Kalshi to Keep Offering Event Contracts Despite New York Lawsuit

The CFTC is ordering Kalshi to continue operating its event contract markets as New York seeks to stop the prediction market platform.
Legal
New Colorado Sports Betting Law That Bans Credit Card Funding Now In Effect
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

New Colorado Sports Betting Law That Bans Credit Card Funding Now In Effect

New Colorado sports betting regulations are now in effect, including a credit card ban, daily deposit limits, and marketing restrictions.
Legal
Congress Wants Answers Regarding Bryce Harper FanDuel VIP Video
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Congress Wants Answers Regarding Bryce Harper FanDuel VIP Video

Three members of Congress are questioning FanDuel, MLB, and the MLBPA over the use of a Bryce Harper video for a VIP sports bettor.
Legal
Happy Valley Casino Hires New Leader
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Happy Valley Casino Hires Las Vegas-Experience Manager Following Early Struggles

Peter Longi will be taking the place of general manager Eric Pearson, who was in charge since the casino held its opening ceremony on April 27 and departed in mid-June.
Industry