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Trump Administration to Collect $10 Billion Fee From TikTok U.S. Sale
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

U.S. Government Set to Receive $10 Billion Fee From TikTok Deal

The US government is set to receive about $10 billion from investors as part of a deal restructuring TikTok’s U.S. operations.
Industry
NFL, CBS Reportedly Negotiating Major Rights Fee Increase for Sunday Games
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

NFL, CBS Reportedly Negotiating Major Rights Fee Increase for Sunday Games

The NFL and CBS are reportedly discussing a new deal that could raise the network’s rights fee by roughly $1 billion.
Industry
Traffic on the Las Vegas Strip at sunset with the Paris Las Vegas Eiffel Tower and casino resorts illuminated
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Visitor Numbers Decline in 2025 as Gambling Budgets Increase

Las Vegas saw a 7.5% drop in visitors in 2025, as gambling budgets increased, stays shortened, and spending on dining and shopping declined.
Las Vegas
Qatari-Backed Irth Capital Submits $1.5B Bid to Take Papa John’s Private
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Qatari-Backed Irth Capital Submits $1.5B Bid to Take Papa John’s Private

Irth Capital has reportedly offered $47 per share to acquire Papa John’s and take the pizza chain private.
Industry
Tilman Fertitta Reportedly in Talks to Buy Caesars Entertainment in $7B Deal
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Tilman Fertitta Reportedly in Talks to Buy Caesars Entertainment in $7B Deal

Tilman Fertitta is reportedly negotiating a $7 billion takeover of Caesars Entertainment after topping a competing bid from Carl Icahn.
Industry
Sesame Street Nonprofit Sues SeaWorld Parent Company Over Unpaid Royalties
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Sesame Street Nonprofit Sues SeaWorld Parent Company Over Unpaid Royalties

Sesame Workshop has sued United Parks & Resorts, alleging unpaid royalties and disputes tied to Sesame Street–themed park operations.
Industry
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

LVCVA Launches $3.5M Campaign to Revive Canadian Tourism in Las Vegas

The LVCVA is investing $3.5M in a three-year campaign to revive Canadian tourism in Las Vegas after visitor numbers dropped 24% in 2025.
Las Vegas
Maryland Reviewing iGaming Proposals
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Maryland Senate Does Not Vote On Proposals to Legalize Online Casinos

This is the third straight year that Sen. Ron Watson (D-23) has attempted to get a form of iGaming legislation over the line.
Industry
MGM Grand hotel and casino glowing green at night on the Las Vegas Strip
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

MGM Resorts Promotes Responsible Gambling with GameSense

MGM Resorts educates employees and guests on responsible gambling through GameSense, promoting safer play and a balanced Vegas experience.
Las Vegas
Close-up of a Wilson pigskin American football resting on green grass on an outdoor field
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Maxx Crosby Trade Collapses as Ravens Pivot to Trey Hendrickson

The Ravens canceled their trade for Maxx Crosby over medical concerns and quickly signed Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $120 million deal.
Las Vegas