A rare three way ICM deal abruptly ended the Maryland State Poker Championship Main Event as Justin Arnwine secured the largest payout while Daniel Iachan claimed his first trophy and Aaron Pinson locked in a major cash
A federal appeals court has backed Nevada’s authority to ban Kalshi’s sports event contracts, intensifying the legal and regulatory fight over prediction markets and raising new concerns for tribal gaming revenue
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is investigating Bill Simmons after he admitted to placing bets through his daughter’s boyfriend’s FanDuel account, raising questions about proxy betting enforcement and operator compliance
Florida authorities seized over 70 unauthorized gambling machines in Sarasota County, targeting two unlicensed venues. The crackdown highlights ongoing enforcement gaps and the persistent spread of illegal slots outside regulated areas
A court-ordered deadline could outlaw skill games statewide unless Pennsylvania lawmakers pass new legislation. The proposed bill would regulate and tax these machines, with major implications for small businesses and property tax relief
The Star Entertainment Group is under renewed fire as its problem gambling controls are called 'appalling' by sources, raising questions about its ability to meet regulatory obligations after major staff cuts and ongoing compliance failures
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued emergency directives telling prediction market platform Kalshi to continue operations in states where courts and regulators have ordered it to stop, raising new questions about federal and state authority
Nebraska’s Secretary of State has certified two online sports betting petitions for the November 3 ballot, setting up a statewide vote on whether to allow regulated internet wagering and outlining key operational rules
GAT Expo Puerto Rico will return to San Juan on September 9, 2026, bringing together regulators, operators, and suppliers for a one-day event focused on gaming regulation, market growth, and industry networking
The Nevada Gaming Commission has imposed a $7.2 million fine on The Venetian and is requiring significant anti-money-laundering enhancements after violations tied to illegal bookmaker Mathew Bowyer came to light
Florida's attorney general has filed lawsuits against Stake and VGW, targeting their sweepstakes casino operations and payment processors, as the state intensifies enforcement against unlicensed online gambling platforms
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission has introduced Strategy 2029, a three-year plan to strengthen consumer protection and address gambling-related harm as technology and regulatory scrutiny evolve
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
Kansas casinos reported $37.3 million in July revenue, a 3.2 percent increase from last year, with slots driving gains while table games declined. The latest state data highlights diverging trends among major properties
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
