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By: Grant MitchellFairfax Casino Bill Approved by House, Almost at Governor’s Desk
If the bill receives final approval, Fairfax County will become eligible for a casino. However, there’s no guarantee that one will be constructed.

By: Richard JanvrinVerizon Considered Exiting $1 Billion NFL Sponsorship Amid Cost-Cutting Efforts
Verizon evaluated pulling back from its NFL sponsorship while reviewing hundreds of millions in sports and music partnerships.

By: Michael SavioFanDuel and DraftKings Approved for Arkansas Mobile Market
FanDuel and DraftKings have approval to launch their mobile platforms in Arkansas. The two operators had been avoiding the market over its tribal revenue-sharing requirements. They will be joining tribal-owned BetSaracen, the state's only other online platform.

By: Grant MitchellDraftKings Merges Casino, Sports Betting, Predictions in Unified Super App
Customers will be able to place sports bets, purchase prediction contracts, access the lottery, and play online casino games in the same app.

By: Richard JanvrinParamount Plans HBO Max–Paramount+ Merger After Warner Bros. Deal
Paramount plans to merge HBO Max and Paramount+ following its Warner Bros. deal, potentially creating a 200M-subscriber streaming giant.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Strip Revenue and Visitor Numbers Decline in January 2026
Las Vegas Strip gaming revenue fell 11% in January 2026, while visitor numbers declined 2.2%, highlighting the city's ongoing economic challenges.
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By: Lucas DunnResorts World appoints Sandoval and Burnett to Enhance Oversight
Resorts World Las Vegas appoints Sandoval and Burnett to improve anti-money-laundering practices following regulatory fines.

By: Richard JanvrinCan the DOJ Break Up Live Nation and Ticketmaster? Antitrust Trial Begins
The DOJ’s antitrust trial against Live Nation begins, with claims that the company dominates the concert industry and harms fans and venues.

By: Lucas DunnCaesars Entertainment Evaluates Takeover Interest from Tilman Fertitta
Caesars Entertainment is having potential takeover talks with Tilman Fertitta, while managing more than $20 billion in debt obligations.

By: Richard JanvrinTeam Liquid Partners With Sunderland A.F.C. Ahead of ePremier League Debut
Sunderland A.F.C. is making its ePremier League debut and has partnered with Team Liquid.