USA

California Restricts Blackjack at Cardrooms
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Tribes Celebrate as California Restricts “Blackjack-Style” Games at Cardrooms

Attorney General Rob Bonta said that the regulations were submitted on Dec. 23, 2025, and were finally approved last week.
Industry
Photo by Erik Drost, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Giannis Investment in Kalshi Raises Integrity Questions

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.
Responsible Gambling
Sports Betting Bill Passes Mississippi House to Start 2026
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Sports Betting Bill Passes Mississippi House to Start 2026

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.
Sports Betting
Workers in safety helmets stand beside a large tunnel boring machine during an underground transit tunnel construction project
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Vegas Loop Safety Concerns Raise Scrutiny from Nevada Lawmakers

The Boring Co. has faced nearly $600,000 in fines for environmental violations and workplace safety violations, raising concerns about regulatory oversight.
Las Vegas
Hard rock Atlantic City $50m Investment
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Hard Rock Invests $50 Million Into Atlantic City Casino Upgrades

When all is said and done, guests will enjoy new hotel rooms, suites and penthouses, updated corridors and decorations, restaurant upgrades, and more.
Industry
Kroger Appoints Greg Foran as CEO Following Leadership Shakeup
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Kroger Appoints Greg Foran as CEO Following Leadership Shakeup

Kroger has named a new CEO following the departure of its former and longtime one in 2024.
Industry
100 Thieves Ink Chris Hemsworth for Promotional Campaign
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

100 Thieves Teams Up With Chris Hemsworth for ‘Crime 101’ Campaign

Ahead of the release of Crime 101, 100 Thieves and Chris Hemsworth will be collaborating, including live streams, apparel, and more.
Esports
EA Sports FC Pro World Championship Prize Pool Set At $1.5M
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

EA Sports FC Pro World Championship 2026 Announces $1.5M Prize Pool at Esports World Cup

The EA Sports FC Pro World Championship will take place in July at the Esports World Cup and feature $1.5 million in prizes.
Esports
Photo by Erik Drost, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Guardians’ Emmanuel Clase Spot-Fixing Linked to 48 Games

New documents show federal prosecutors have linked Emmanuel Clase’s point-shaving scandal to 48 MLB games over two years. The large number of affected games is a troubling sign and will further challenge the integrity of the league.
Sports Betting
Photo by Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Foxborough Questions Security Funding Ahead of World Cup

The town of Foxborough has told FIFA it won’t host World Cup matches unless it secures security funding. While town officials have had several funding options available, they have given a deadline of Mid-March to confirm which will be used.
World Cup 2026