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Flamingo Abuse Trial in LV Sees Potential Juror Dismissed Over Profane Remark
A prospective juror who could have ended up in a highly controversial trial of a Canadian tourist accused of stealing and abusing a flamingo at the Flamingo Las Vegas has been removed by the judge. The juror could not help himself and made a profane remark about the defendant in a courthouse hallway. He Couldn’t […]
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Missouri Sentences Man to 51 Months in Prison for Failing to Pay Employee Tax to Fuel Gambling
A Missouri man has been sentenced to 51 months in prison on October 5, 2026, after the person had been found guilty of avoiding paying employment taxes to the Internal Revenue Service on behalf of the companies he owned and operated. The news was confirmed by the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas, […]
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Ontario’s Regulated Online Poker Market May Need a Bit of a Boost – Supreme Court Objects
Shared liquidity is key in poker. Unlike online casinos that carry their own prizes and pay out based on the RTP, poker players are motivated by the size of the pot they are competing for, and the more players there are to contribute to a certain pot, the higher it becomes. Shared Liquidity Is Uppermost […]
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Michael Schmitt AI Avatar Confirmed in Videos by Malta Media
Questions about investigative journalist Michael Schmitt have mounted after Malta Media confirmed that videos bearing his name feature an AI-generated avatar. AI Videos Add to Mystery Surrounding Malta Media Journalist Schmitt, who works with investigative outlet Malta Media, caught the attention of the gambling industry after his own LinkedIn profile disappeared earlier this year. Articles […]
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EU and UK Antitrust Authorities Investigating Sportradar
Sportradar Group is grappling with competition complaints in Europe after sportsbook software provider Altenar Technologies accused it of limiting rivals’ access to official live sports data. Sportradar Accused of Restricting Competition in Sports Betting Data Altenar Technologies has taken to regulators in the European Union and the United Kingdom, requesting action against practices it says […]
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Mike Tyson Reneges on Gambling Appearance in 2024; He Is Now Being Sued for $2M
Boxing legend Mike Tyson, lately as famous for his fashion choices as his fists, is back in the headlines. He and his wife, Lakiha Spicer, are reportedly being sued for $2 million in London’s High Court, the Daily Mail reported. Medier Ltd Goes After Power Couple – Tyson and His Wife The media cited documents […]
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kingqueensuited Wins Consecutive Sunday Bananas at Americas Cardroom
The repeat champion earns $204,657.43 across October 4 and 11, alongside Dual Venom Day 1C action. Americas Cardroom player kingqueensuited secured a second consecutive Sunday Banana victory on October 11, bringing the two first-place payouts to $204,657.43. The latest Sunday also added 63 NLH and 17 PLO Venom qualifiers and awarded seven $30,000 Paradise packages. […]
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SportsGrid Up for Sale Amid Declining Revenue
SportsGrid is up for sale. The 24-hour sports wagering network is reportedly working with investment bankers to find a buyer as it navigates a multi-year drop in revenue. Front Office Sports reported the news, noting that an unidentified source said SportsGrid is working with investment bank Telos Advisors to find a buyer. The betting and […] The post SportsGrid Up for Sale Amid Declining Revenue
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SEC Approves Cboe KPI Event Contracts for Robinhood
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Cboe Global Markets’ (BATS: CBOE) plan to list event contracts tied to corporate key performance indicators (KPIs). The derivatives, proposed by Cboe in July, will debut on Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD). Robinhood expects to offer the Cboe contracts during the third-quarter earnings season, though concrete trading remains […] The post SE
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Nevada gambling regulator not surprised by CFTC’s rulemaking on prediction markets
The decision by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to advance a regulatory overhaul of prediction markets late last Friday did not come as a surprise to Nevada’s top gaming regulator. “Definitely, this is the next step that they have taken to try and continue to do what they can, and by they, I mean... Read more » Source
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Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board renews Live! Casino’s license, places players on exclusion list
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board on Wednesday moved forward on the renewal of a casino’s license and placed five players on its Involuntary Casino Exclusion list for leaving minors unattended at a casino property while they gambled. The PGCB unanimously voted to renew the Category 4 casino license of Stadium Casino Westmoreland, operator of Live!... Read more » Source
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The Venetian Unveils New Luxury Hotel Within The Palazzo
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas has unveiled Milano, a new hotel-within-a-hotel featuring almost 300 ultra-luxury suites. Located inside The Palazzo, this new hotel will set a new standard for bespoke residential hospitality in Las Vegas. Milano Is Set to Change the Hospitality Game The Venetian confirmed the opening of the new property on October 8, […]
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VEGAS DINING NEWS Sonic the Hedgehog Pop-Up, $20K Metallica Steak Package
The Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Café zooms into Chinatown on Saturday (Oct. 17) at 5600 Spring Mountain Road, Suite A. That’s the space vacated by One Piece Café earlier this month. The pop‑up—a high‑octane collaboration between Sega and restaurateur Andy Nguyen—has already blazed through San Diego and Chino Hills in California, then Katy, Texas, Atlanta, […] The post VEGAS DINING NEWS Sonic the Hedg
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Alberta iGaming Market Hits 51 Live Sites as Grace Period Expires
Alberta’ 90-day grace period for unregulated online gambling operators to transition to the legal market expired yesterday (Oct. 13), with 30 operators launching regulated platforms and accepting wagers. In total, 51 approved iGaming sites are currently live in Alberta. An Alberta iGaming Corporation (AiGC) spokesperson said that number could change by the end of the […] The post Alberta iGaming M
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BGaming Unveils Spider Circus Hold and Win in Celebration of Spooky Season
BGaming, which just launched Chicken Halloween, is also preparing a spooky seasonal slot called Spider Circus Hold and Win. The new game is not for the faint of heart (and certainly not for those who have arachnophobia), but provides the bravest of players with chances to win prizes of up to 5,000x. Spider Circus Hold […]
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US Department of the Treasury Sanctions Racetrack with Alleged Cartel Ties
The US Department of the Treasury has issued sanctions against a Mexican racetrack believed to be controlled by a drug cartel. The track was among several sanctioned properties and individuals targeted in a new crackdown. Treasury Sanctioned 4 Individuals and 11 Entities, Including a Racetrack The action was announced on October 13, with Treasury saying […]
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Venetian Poker Room Changes How Cards Are Dealt to Foil High-Tech Cheats
Las Vegas’ Venetian has stopped pitching poker cards through the air in preference to a dealing method designed to stop cheats from catching a glimpse of opponents’ hands with miniature cameras. The casino is the first poker room on the Las Vegas Strip to introduce “slide dealing,” where dealers push cards face-down across the felt […] The post Venetian Poker Room Changes How Cards Are Dealt to Fo
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Juror Removed from Flamingo Abuse Trial After Profane Remark About Defendant
A prospective juror was dismissed Tuesday (Oct. 13) from the trial of Mitchell Fairbarn, the Canadian tourist accused of stealing and abusing a flamingo at the Flamingo Las Vegas in March. According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the man was overheard making a profane remark about Fairbarn in a hallway at Clark County District Court. […] The post Juror Removed from Flamingo Abuse Trial After Pro
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VIDEO INTERVIEW: How three companies teamed up to bring back Sigma Derby
CDC Gaming interviews Mike Darley, CEO of Next Gaming, Patrick Schmit, Founder and CEO of Highbrow Gaming, and Terrance Nichols, Western Regional Manager of VSR Industries, about their collaboration to bring back Sigma Derby, combining the nostalgia of the original mechanical horse racing game with updated technology and improved reliability. 🔷 Reviving a Casino Classic:... Read more » Source
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Google Updates Advertising Polices with Prediction Market Guidance
For the first time, Google, the largest provider of internet search services, refreshed its Google Ads policy guidelines to include dedicated guidance on prediction markets. In the past, the California-based company has amended and altered policies pertaining to ads run by prediction market companies, but a document released last week marks the first time Google […] The post Google Updates Adverti
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Massachusetts: Sports betting operators face deadline to respond to AI letter
Mobile sports betting operators are facing a deadline next month to answer a series of questions put to them by Massachusetts gaming regulators regarding their use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Dean Sherpa, executive director of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), sent a letter to learn how each licensee uses AI in marketing, promotions,... Read more » Source
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Kalshi Faces Conflicting Claims Over Oklahoma Tribal Partnership
A faction of the Oklahoma tribe Kalshi calls a prediction market partner is disputing that relationship amid a broader fight over tribal gaming rights and federally regulated sports event contracts....
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The Villas at Caesars Palace Ranked No. 1 Casino Hotel in Inaugural AAA List
The Villas at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas has been named the top‑ranked casino hotel in AAA’s first‑ever list evaluating casino hotels and resorts across North America, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean. The designation places the property at the top of 161 AAA‑rated casino hotels included in the inaugural ranking. Diamond Mine The recognition […] The post The Villas at Caesars Palace Ranked N
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CreditSights: Genting Could Sell Miami Real Estate to Fend Off Credit Downgrade
Genting Bhd, the Malaysian conglomerate with an array of casino holdings, may need to sell some assets to ward off a credit downgrade and its unused Miami real estate could be atop the list of potential divestments. In a recent report, CreditSights analysts praised Genting, which owns Resorts World Las Vegas, for a recent $306 […] The post CreditSights: Genting Could Sell Miami Real Estate to Fend
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