Inter Miami faces Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park as both teams look to shift their MLS momentum. With Leo Messi expected to start, bettors are watching for a turnaround after Miami's three-game losing streak
Mary Cheeks will step down as President and General Manager of Jamul Casino Resort in California after eight years, following a period of significant property growth and leadership transition
For the first time in Colorado, casino employees have unionized as 110 Bally's Black Hawk workers join Teamsters Local 455, seeking improved pay, benefits, and workplace protections under a new labor agreement
Bally’s Atlantic City has appointed Tom Pohlman as its new president, returning a veteran executive to a key leadership role as the operator seeks to strengthen its position in New Jersey and expand nationally
Polymarket US has started beta testing parlay contracts after self-certifying its new product with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, but access remains limited as the platform refines its multi-outcome trading system
A guest at Caesars Virginia claimed a $1,018,562 jackpot after hitting a Royal Flush on Crazy 4 Poker, highlighting the scale of progressive table game payouts now available at the Danville casino
Spinlab Studio now allows operators to launch a fully licensed online casino in under 24 hours, bundling licensing, games, payments, and back office tools into a single subscription. The move could lower barriers for new casino brands
Institutional buyers in the US iGaming market are paying higher multiples for affiliate businesses that can prove clean, fully audited traffic and strong regulatory compliance, shifting the landscape for acquisitions and exclusive partnerships
SBC Summit has named BettingStartups as the official host of its Startup Hub for the 2026 event in Lisbon, aiming to increase opportunities for early-stage betting and gaming companies to connect with investors and industry leaders
FanDuel has renewed its agreement with GeoComply, ensuring continued access to geolocation and identity verification technology as part of a multiyear deal. The move highlights ongoing reliance on third-party compliance tools in the U.S. gambling market
Hard Rock Bet has secured new roles as Official Partner of The Fort and Official Sports Betting Partner of the Association of Pickleball Players Tour, expanding its presence at live pickleball events in Florida and adding new on-site betting features
Americas Cardroom will run its largest-ever Sunday tournament schedule on August 16, offering over $20 million in guaranteed prizes and bringing back its full Sunday lineup with multiple high-stakes events and satellite qualifiers
The Global Gaming Expo returns to Las Vegas this fall with expanded dealer competitions and new networking opportunities, reflecting ongoing changes in the casino and gaming industry and a focus on inclusivity
Renova Technology has been confirmed as a Gold Sponsor for the 2026 Day Zero Party, an industry event held before G2E in Las Vegas, with a focus on supporting women in gaming and industry networking
Treasure Island in Las Vegas has cut short its $200 free slot play promotion after demand far exceeded expectations, leading to long wait times and operational challenges for both new and existing loyalty club members
The University of Nevada-Las Vegas has started an oral-history initiative to document the experiences of 10 Nevada bookmakers, aiming to preserve the legacy of traditional sports betting as the industry evolves
Station Casinos is piloting Apple Pay as a direct funding method for slot machines in select Las Vegas venues, pending Nevada Gaming Control Board review. The trial could shape future cashless payment options for casino players
Rock & Brews Casino in northern Oklahoma has started construction on a 25,000 sq. ft. entertainment center and a 21-space RV park, with completion targeted for 2026 and 2027. The project aims to expand the casino’s regional appeal
Bally’s Corp. reported a 2 percent revenue increase for its casino division in Q2 2026, with new properties and online growth offsetting higher UK digital gaming taxes and regional competition
Global Gaming Women has selected six industry leaders for the 2026 Patty Becker Pay It Forward Award, highlighting their mentorship and advocacy as the organization marks its 10th anniversary
Kenneth Dart’s investment vehicle has filed a mandatory takeover bid for Evolution after surpassing a 30% ownership threshold, but the offer price is below market value and signals little real intent to acquire full control
BiggerZ is rolling out a unified betting platform that combines crypto casino games, sports betting, and prediction markets, emphasizing transparent rules and verifiable outcomes for players while supporting both crypto and select fiat payments
Daniel Negreanu will join Hustler Casino Live for the first time on August 28, playing a $100/$200 cash game with a $50,000 minimum buy-in. The full lineup is not yet confirmed, and player matchups remain uncertain
Penn Entertainment has proposed relocating Boomtown Casino and Hotel New Orleans to a new land-based site, pending Louisiana Gaming Control Board approval, with a targeted opening in 2029 and a $195 million investment
Recent analyst reports highlight DraftKings’ growth outlook, Inspired Entertainment’s earnings, Brightstar Lottery’s cash flow cycle, and Indiana’s latest casino and sports betting revenue figures
Atlantic City’s nine casinos reported $304.2 million in in-person gaming revenue for July, a 7.1% year-over-year increase, with Caesars posting the largest percentage gain among operators and internet gaming also reaching a new record
JPMorgan Chase stopped providing banking services to Polymarket in October 2025, citing regulatory uncertainty. The move affects the federally licensed event exchange as it explores new funding and a potential IPO
Fliff and Onyx Odds have applied for registration as Futures Commission Merchants with the National Futures Association, signaling a possible move toward federally regulated event contracts as sweepstakes gaming faces increased regulatory attention
