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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Poll: NC Residents OK With Sportsbooks, But Not Predictions

A North Carolina poll conducted by Meredith College found that residents were happy with regulated sports betting, but support a ban on prediction markets. It also showed growing concern over how sports betting is impacting underage bettors and college athletes.
Sports Betting
Could Massachusetts iLottery Slow Online Casino Legalization
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Could Massachusetts iLottery Slow Online Casino Legalization?

The launch of Massachusetts iLottery could make it more difficult for lawmakers to advance online casino legislation.
Legal
NCLGS Urges Congress to Classify Prediction Markets as Illegal Gambling
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

NCLGS Urges Congress to Classify Prediction Markets as Illegal Gambling

State gaming lawmakers adopted a resolution calling on Congress to clarify that prediction markets should be regulated as gambling.
Legal
Federal Judge Blocks Minnesota's Prediction Market Ban
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Federal Judge Blocks Minnesota's Prediction Market Ban

The ruling pauses Minnesota's first-in-the-nation prediction market ban while the legal challenge moves forward.
Legal
Illuminated vintage neon signs on display at the Neon Museum in Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Steve Wynn Returns to Las Vegas for Neon Museum Event

Steve Wynn will make his first Las Vegas appearance in eight years at a Neon Museum event discussing The Mirage's creation.
Las Vegas
Westgate SuperBook sign and hotel tower in Las Vegas, now operating under Caesars Sportsbook
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Caesars Sportsbook Officially Takes Over Westgate SuperBook

Caesars Sportsbook has taken over the Westgate SuperBook in Las Vegas, adding new betting features just in time for the NFL season.
Las Vegas
Taylor Dayne on the red carpet at 2023 Gateway Celebrity Fight Night at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Taylor Dayne Announces First Vegas Residency at Harrah's

Pop icon Taylor Dayne is set to headline a new Las Vegas residency at Harrah's, kicking off Nov. 24, 2026, with shows running through Jan. 3, 2027.
Las Vegas
Lionel Richie sings at the piano during a live concert performance
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Lionel Richie Adds Six New Wynn Las Vegas Residency Dates

Lionel Richie is adding six new Wynn Las Vegas shows this fall, marking his first return since a health scare cut short his summer tour.
Las Vegas
GTA Online Casino Blocked in Australia
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

GTA Online Diamond Casino Games Suddenly Blocked in Australia

Diamond Casino allowed users to play blackjack, slot machines, poker, and roulette. It also had an Inside Track horse racing mode and a free-to-spin lucky wheel.
Industry
New Jersey Launches 30th Online Casino Skin
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New Jersey, Caesars Launch 30th Online Casino Platform "Vegas Club Casino"

The NJDGE reported that its online casino operators generated $271 million in revenue during June, up 17.5 percent year-over-year.
Industry