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By: Grant MitchellNew York Casino Groups Dominate Highest Lobbying Spenders in 2025
The total amount spent on lobbying is also before anything is spent on the casino projects themselves, which will cost an estimated $4-8 billion each.

By: Lucas DunnDowntown Las Vegas Casinos Attract Canadians with At Par Dollar Program
Downtown Las Vegas casinos launched the "At par" program, attracting over 15,000 Canadian visitors with equal currency value and exclusive perks.

By: Lucas DunnVegas Golden Knights Face Crucial Decisions Ahead of Trade Deadline
The Vegas Golden Knights face mounting pressure before the NHL trade deadline as goaltending struggles, recent losses, and playoff positioning raise urgent questions.

Fairfax 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.