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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Will Missouri’s Sports Betting Growth End Tax Hike Efforts?

Missouri’s sports betting market delivered strong numbers in June, setting a record handle. The success comes after months of disappointing revenue for the state, prompting calls to raise taxes on sportsbooks. Will May’s numbers be enough to end that effort?
Sports Betting
Gavel and criminal charge sign representing Steve Rodriguez Prado's theft and forgery charges in the Little League case
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Former Las Vegas Little League President Charged in Theft

A former Las Vegas Little League president faces theft and forgery charges after allegedly spending over $64,000 in league funds on casinos and a strip club.
Las Vegas
Wooden gavel and FELONY letter tiles representing felony charges in the DraftKings Fresno State betting scheme case
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Ex-DraftKings Trader Charged in Fresno State Bet Scandal

Samuel Silverman, an ex-DraftKings trader, was charged with felony gaming fraud tied to a rigged Fresno State basketball bet.
Las Vegas
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

North Carolina Budget Adds Tax on Prediction Markets

The state's latest budget includes new taxes for both sportsbooks and prediction market operators.
Legal
California Judge Stop Blackjack Ban at Cardrooms
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

California Judge Rules Against State Limitation on Cardrooms

A successful installment of the protocols would’ve resulted in cardrooms losing their right to offer blackjack-style games and limited other options.
Industry
Alberta Adds More Gaming Operators Ahead of July 13 Launch
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Alberta Adds More Gaming Operators Ahead of July 13 Launch

The province's list of approved online gaming operators continues to expand before launch.
Legal
Paris Las Vegas hotel and Eiffel Tower replica on the Las Vegas Strip at sunset
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Fourth of July Weekend Brings In $690.6M

Las Vegas' Fourth of July weekend delivered $690.6 million in economic impact, a 5.8% increase, alongside higher visitor traffic and occupancy.
Las Vegas
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

The Mystery of Table Tennis Betting’s Success in Colorado

The Colorado Division of Gambling’s May revenue report shows that table tennis saw more wagers than soccer and hockey. We dug into the numbers to find out why the niche sport is so popular among bettors in the Centennial State.
Sports Betting
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

What Went Wrong in The USMNT’s Disappointing World Cup Exit

After entering as the betting favorite, the USMNT lost 1-4 to Belgium in the World Cup. While the team offered few answers after the match, we see there are a few reasons why this once-promising team fell flat on Monday.
World Cup 2026
National iGaming Revenue Beats $1B in May
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

USA Beats $1 Billion in iGaming Revenue in May, 5th time in 6 Months

U.S. online casino revenue exceeded $1 billion in May, marking the fifth time in the last six months that the national market reached the milestone.
Financial News