Vietnam’s Khoa Anh Ngo has secured his first seven figure payout after outlasting 210 entries in the $25,000 Triton Jeju High Roller event, marking a major milestone in his live poker career and shaking up the 2026 Player of the Year race
Aliaksei Boika secured his first Triton Poker title in Jeju after defeating a tough $25,000 eight-max field, earning $761,000 and pushing his career tournament winnings past $10 million
A new study commissioned by Euromat finds Europe’s illegal online gambling market has tripled since 2019, now accounting for a quarter of the sector and raising questions about the impact of government policy and crypto use
State sports betting tax revenue has soared since 2021 but most college athletic departments still spend far more than they generate leaving universities with tough financial decisions and no easy fix from betting taxes
South Africa’s iGaming sector is seeing a surge in fraud attempts as operators turn to AI for real-time detection but face new risks and regulatory scrutiny
Arizona has built a robust sports betting market over five years with billions wagered while California voters have rejected legalization and face at least a two-year wait for any new ballot measure
Missouri’s first year of legal sports betting has fallen short of its $25 million tax target so far but state officials are banking on the NFL season to deliver a major revenue boost before year end
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City will spend 107 million dollars to renovate its main tower starting September with new rooms opening in phases from October and a property-wide investment program extending through 2027
The American Gaming Association projects $29.5 billion in legal NFL wagers for 2026 but warns that prediction markets are siphoning off growth and tax revenue as they offer sports contracts nationwide without state oversight
Renee Xie became the first woman to win a GUKPT Main Event after outlasting 395 opponents in Luton and securing a £35,435 payout, but her victory has also sparked renewed scrutiny over past staking disputes
Virginia’s historical horse racing slot parlors saw a sharp revenue drop in August as new competition in Petersburg and a calendar shift with fewer weekend days cut into Churchill Downs’ market share
Light & Wonder executives are targeting aggressive growth through 2028, banking on new slot launches and market shifts as smaller competitors face transitions and regulatory changes remain in play
Blask’s new analysis of World Cup 2026 betting shows the tournament shifted existing demand rather than expanding it, with bettors coming out ahead of bookmakers in most markets and key differences among host nations
Ho-Chunk Inc. has begun building a $100 million WarHorse casino in South Sioux City, Nebraska, aiming to create over 200 permanent jobs and deliver millions in local tax revenue, with a 2027 launch planned
Polk County supervisors are reviewing a proposed 25-year lease for Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, potentially enabling a $300 million renovation as Iowa’s gambling market faces new competition and record revenues
A CNN analysis suggests users under 18 may be responsible for billions in trading volume on Kalshi, raising new questions about age restrictions, regulatory oversight, and the potential risks for young participants in prediction markets
Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects is urging New Jersey lawmakers to end the indoor smoking exemption for Atlantic City casinos, arguing it could help attract more visitors, but operators warn of potential revenue and job losses if a ban is enacted
Bryan Taylor continues to lead the Grosvenor Casinos National Poker League with over 440 points, while Brandon Sheils and Robert Douras top the High Roller and Low Roller Leagues as the 2026 season enters its final months
Hard Rock International has placed seven venues across six states on Pollstar's 2026 Top 25 US Casino Venues list, with its Hollywood, Florida property holding the No. 1 position for a second year
A new Kindbridge Research Institute report funded by the Colorado Division of Gaming finds elevated rates of problem gambling and PTSD symptoms among firefighters, police, and other first responders, raising questions about workplace risk factors
Kentucky’s historical horse racing machines posted higher revenue in July, driven by an additional weekend day and strong results from leading casino venues, though per-machine averages varied across locations
Las Vegas saw a 2.7% rise in visitor volume in July 2026, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, even as Harry Reid International Airport reported a 7.6% decline in passenger traffic compared to last year
Ontario’s online gambling market has surged since Canada legalized single-game sports betting, but new data shows a sharp rise in gambling-related harm and calls for stronger national advertising rules
A single hand between Andrew Robl and Eric Wasserson set a new High Stakes Poker record with a $2,478,000 pot, highlighting the volatility and risk of live high-stakes cash games in Las Vegas
A Middletown resident has secured a $1 million payout from a New York Lottery scratch-off, highlighting the ongoing appeal of high-value instant games and the real odds players face when chasing top prizes in the state
Deadwood casinos in South Dakota reported a 4.7 percent year-over-year revenue increase for July, with slot machines driving most of the growth and table games holding steady according to state data
OPTX is rolling out new AI-driven features designed to help casino operators quickly identify actionable insights from player data, aiming to improve decision-making and operational efficiency while maintaining data privacy
Nevada’s 453 casinos reported a 2.1% year-over-year gaming revenue increase for July 2026, with the Las Vegas Strip leading growth and Clark County showing mixed results across local markets
Allwyn reported a 27% year-over-year jump in Q2 net revenue, highlighting the impact of its PrizePicks acquisition and ongoing product expansion across Europe and North America while reaffirming its 2026 financial outlook
Ainsworth Game Technology reported a significant drop in H1 2026 revenue, with North America and Europe underperforming while Asia Pacific showed growth. The company is focusing on cost controls and debt reduction amid ongoing market challenges
Wipfli presented new data on tribal casino finances at Elevate 2026, highlighting trends in profitability, labor costs, and the unique goals of tribal operators across urban and rural markets
A Massachusetts resident has secured a $4 million win from the 100X instant ticket game, highlighting a strong year for big lottery payouts in the state and renewed interest in high-value scratch-off games
A Mega Millions ticket sold in New Mexico matched all five white balls, earning a $2 million payout with the Megaplier, while the main jackpot continues to grow and remains unclaimed
Bill Lance Jr. will join the American Gaming Association’s Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2026 after using his leadership as Secretary of Commerce to expand tribal gaming and direct gaming revenue toward healthcare and services in Oklahoma
GiG Software has released its Q2 2026 financials, showing a year-over-year revenue decline and a larger operating loss. The company also announced plans to acquire a majority stake in 888AFRICA, pending regulatory approval
Bally’s recent SEC filing has prompted analysts from Citizens to question whether the operator can fund its current slate of projects without asset sales or new partners, as its share price and earnings show signs of pressure
Live! Casino Virginia in Petersburg has welcomed half a million guests since January 2026, reporting nearly $91 million in adjusted gross revenue and contributing $5.5 million in local tax revenue while operating from a temporary facility
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement reported Q2 2026 casino revenue up slightly year-on-year, but gross operating profit fell sharply, highlighting ongoing margin pressure for Atlantic City operators
Wipfli is working with over 100 tribal casinos across the U.S., focusing on financial health, technology upgrades, and risk management as tribal operators face new challenges from prediction markets and evolving regulatory oversight
The British Betting & Gaming Council projects that illegal gambling operators could see up to GBP 800 million in bets during the English Premier League season, raising concerns about regulatory effectiveness and player protection
