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Palms Casino and Escort Agency, Defendants in Civil Wrongful Death Lawsuit
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in a Las Vegas court brings renewed attention to the 2024 killing of Larissa Garcia. Her death inside a Palms hotel room has led to serious allegations against the casino resort where she was found, as well as the local escort agency that had hired her. Fight Over Money The […]
Tourists Trapped for Nearly an Hour in Rio Las Vegas Elevator
A group of 17 tourists visiting Las Vegas experienced a nightmarish elevator ride at the Rio in the US after the car suddenly dropped and stalled between floors, leaving them trapped for nearly an hour. Pregnant Woman Trapped in the Elevator The incident, which took place earlier this month, gained widespread attention after a series […]
Gambling.com Joins Companies to Enact Redundancies as AI’s Use Surges
Gambling.com Group is the latest company to have enacted redundancies, as the group moves towards a strategic restructuring and increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI), according to employees and multiple sources. Redundancies Are Happening, as Company Still Absorbs Impact of New Challenges Rumors broke ahead of the company’s Q1 earnings call on Thursday, May 14. […]
Gaming Corps Expands in Spain with Casino777.es Content Deal
Gaming Corps, an esteemed global provider of cutting-edge online casino games, has expanded its reach in Spain, with the company teaming up with Casino777.es, a prominent local operator. The partnership will see the studio provide the local brand with an extended list of its games, among which is the recently released Instant Blitz, a brand-new […]
CasinoCanada Launches Exclusive BGaming-powered Social Slot Tournaments
BGaming and CasinoCanada have teamed up for a brand-new initiative that will see the pair launch a new streak of social slot tournaments that will be available for free and seek to further engage with players. CasinoCanada and BGaming Team up For Elevated Social Slots Experience The affiliate brand has tapped BGaming for launching what […]
Stake Upgrades Flagship Crash Game With Sharper Visuals and Smoother Gameplay
Stake, the world’s largest online casino and sportsbook, has today announced a major worldwide update to its flagship Crash casino game, marking the next significant milestone in the evolution of the Stake Originals portfolio. The update delivers a refreshed visual experience and a series of performance upgrades for players. Crash has built a global following […]
California Player Wins Match 5 Prize as Powerball Jackpot Reaches $86M
A player in California has won a Match 5 prize from the Wednesday drawing of the Powerball game. However, the drawing did not award the game’s top prize as no one succeeded in matching all six winning numbers. California Player Won the Second-Tier Prize For context, the jackpot for the May 13 drawing stood at […]
Bragg Gaming to Acquire Drayton International
Bragg Gaming Group, a leading iGaming content and platform tech provider, announced that it has signed a deal to acquire Drayton International, a diversified gaming technology and content platform. Additionally, Bragg said that Tekkorp Capital’s founder & chair, Matt Davey, has been named as non-executive chair of the Bragg board. A Bold Step Forward Bragg […]
Super Group Promotes from Within, Names Kristy Ross COO
Super Group has enhanced its C-suite with the appointment of a new chief operating officer. The one stepping up to the task is Kristy Ross, the company’s chief of staff, who will now take on the COO mantle. The Group Names Kristy Ross as Its New COO Ross announced the happy news on LinkedIn, confirming […]
NetEnt Sends Players on a Magical Adventure in What’s Up Witches
NetEnt has released a new slot game where players will accompany three young witches on a paranormal journey. The game is called What’s Up Witches? and will see players invoke magical powers in hopes of scoring big prizes. What’s Up Witches? Metrics Three Witches, One Unstoppable Energy NetEnt’s latest game immediately introduces players to its […]
1X2 Network Joins Stake.dk in Denmark to Support Casino Content
1X2 Network has expanded its iGaming content reach through a new deal with Stake.dk, a global brand that recently broke ground in the regulated online casino market in Denmark. The partnership will see the supplier and aggregator support Stake.dk’s efforts, as the latter seeks to quickly differentiate its offer in one of the world’s most […]
Polymarket Rolls out US iOS App after Months-Long Wait
Prediction market platform Polymarket has officially opened up its US exchange to iOS users without requiring invitation codes after a long rollout period. It is a big step in the company’s return to the American market after regulatory setbacks and operational delays. Polymarket Expands US Access Following Regulatory Comeback Apple users who download the app […]
UFC CEO Dana White Appeals to Trump on Gambling Tax Rule
UFC president and CEO Dana White has chimed in on the ongoing debate over US gambling taxation, urging Donald Trump to back changes to a controversial provision introduced last year. White reached out to the White House on May 11, formally asking for help to overturn a policy that restricts the amount of betting losses […]
US Regulator Expands Talks With Sports Leagues Over Prediction Markets
The ongoing battle over sports prediction markets in the United States has entered a new phase after Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) chairman Michael Selig confirmed the regulator is now working directly with major professional sports leagues to strengthen oversight of the fast-expanding sector. CFTC and MLB Shake Hands Speaking during a conference hosted by […]
Allegiant Bets on Discipline After Sun Country Deal Closes
As the airline industry is tackling with constantly facing rising costs and uncertainty, Allegiant Travel Company has moved ahead with a major expansion strategy following the completion of its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines. Not Chasing Growth The $1.5 billion cash and stock deal officially closed on Wednesday, creating a larger leisure-focused airline group that […]
Allwyn Doubles Down on Expansion Plans Despite Investor Apprehension
At Allwyn’s recent Ordinary and Extraordinary General Meetings, the company approved all proposed resolutions, such as board reappointments and the relocation of its registered office to Switzerland. However, some lingering concerns remain, particularly concerning the company’s share price. Following the merger with OPAP, the stock dropped from above EUR 20 ($23.42) to just over EUR […]
Slotapalooza, the World’s Largest Slot Tournament, to Return to the Circa Casino
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas is happy to announce that it is bringing back Slotapalooza, the world’s largest slot party, taking place on Saturday, July 18. Circa Resort & Casino Announces the Return of Slotapalooza The celebration begins with an all-day slot tournament and includes thousands of dollars in complimentary free play […]
OSC Halts NorthStar Gaming Trading After Auditor Withdraws Financial Report
The Ontario Securities Commission (OCS) has imposed a failure-to-file cease trade order (FFCTO) on NorthStar Gaming Holdings Inc. after the company failed to submit its audited 2025 annual financial statements. As a result, the operator of NorthStar Bets will be prohibited from trading on the TSX Venture Exchange in Canada, where it has been publicly […]
Flutter Executives Remain Confident in Growth Despite LSE Exit Rumors
Flutter Entertainment’s leading executives have sent a clear message, backing the business with their own money despite rumors of a London Stock Exchange (LSE) exit. In recent weeks, senior figures at Flutter Entertainment, including CEO Jeremy Peter Jackson, have been buying shares following a steep drop in the company’s stock price. The purchases likely aim […]
Hard Rock Bet Casino Player in New Jersey Wins State’s First Mega Jackpot
A lucky player in New Jersey has made history after winning almost $2 million from one of Hard Rock Bet Casino’s slot games. What made the win truly special, however, was the fact that this was the first such jackpot to land. The First Hard Rock Bet Casino Mega Jackpot in NJ The winner was […]
Senate Takes Aim at Sports Prediction Markets
Lawmakers warn that the fast-growing prediction markets industry is starting to look like unregulated sports betting, as a nascent fight for the future of prediction markets in the United States heats up. Senator Adam Schiff Raises Concerns Over Sports Contracts on Prediction Platforms Democratic US Senator Adam Schiff noted that venues that do event-based contracts […]
Manhunt for Arizonian Who Faked Kidnapping Over Gambling Debt
A 33-year-old from Prescott, Arizona, US, has been convicted in a cartel kidnapping hoax that could beat any Hollywood movie script right now. However, instead of receiving his sentence, M.M.E. is currently the target of a manhunt by authorities after he fled before the legal proceedings could be carried out. He Demanded $17,000 from Employer The […]
MegawaysCasino Expands to Dot Com Global Domain as Relaunch Continues
MegawaysCasino has returned on the global scene, as part of the brand’s ongoing relaunch. The SkillOnNet iGaming property first launched in the United Kingdom in August, but has now pursued further international growth through a Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) license. Following UK Success, SkillOnNet Is Launching MegawaysCasino Globally Commenting on the next chapter in the […]
Kentucky Sues Kalshi Over Alleged Gambling
Kalshi, a prediction market operator, has come under fire in a new lawsuit in Kentucky, which claims that its platform enables illegal gambling across the state. Kentucky Plaintiff Seeks Damages from Kalshi Over Alleged Bets The case was filed on May 11 in the US District Court for the Western District of Kentucky by resident […]