Arkansas regulators have opened the door for the nation’s two largest online sportsbooks to begin operating in the state. On Thursday, the Arkansas Racing Commission voted 7-0 to grant vendor licenses to DraftKings and FanDuel, allowing both companies to launch mobile sports betting platforms through partnerships with existing casinos. The decision ends years of absence for the two brands in...
Boyd Gaming Corporation has agreed to sell Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Bally’s Corporation, marking a significant ownership change in the city’s downtown gaming market. The two properties sit next to each other along the Red River, meaning that once the transaction closes, both will operate under Bally’s control. Strategic Expansion For Bally’s In Louisiana The agreement,...
The U.S. commercial gaming sector generated record revenue in 2025, driven by growth in sports betting and iGaming, according to new data from the American Gaming Association (AGA). Total gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached $78.72 billion, a 9.2 percent increase compared with 2024. Revenue Growth Across Gaming Segments Legal, state-regulated gaming also delivered $18.09 billion in tax revenue to state...
Tribal gaming leaders used the 29th Annual Western Indian Gaming Conference at Pechanga Resort Casino to sharpen their message on prediction markets, arguing that federal actionnow risks bypassing the legal structure that governs tribal and state-regulated gambling. The Indian Gaming Association appeared alongside tribal leaders and national organizations and framed the growth of sports-related event contracts as an urgent challenge for...
Flutter Entertainment entered 2026 facing investor pressure after reporting fourth-quarter results that fell short of expectations, even as it highlighted long-term growth plans tied to prediction markets and iGaming expansion. The NYSE-listed group reported Q4 2025 revenue of $4.74 billion, below consensus forecasts of $4.90 billion. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $1.74, missing the $1.80 estimate. For the full...
Kalshi has suspended two users and issued financial penalties after determining they violated the platform’s rules on trading with non-public information. The company disclosed the actions Wednesday, identifying one case involving an editor for YouTube creator MrBeast and another involving former California gubernatorial candidate Kyle Langford. The enforcement steps mark the first time Kalshi has publicly detailed the outcome of...
Colorado lawmakers continue debating a proposal that would allow online lottery ticket sales, while some legislators seek to block the move through new legislation. State officials argue that digital sales could increase funding for outdoor programs, while critics express concern about gambling risks and credit-based play. Debate Over Online Lottery Expansion The Colorado Lottery Commission approved rule changes last November that...
Macau recorded strong visitor numbers during the 2026 Chinese New Year period, supported by tourism promotions, festive events and increased gaming activity. Authorities reported higher daily arrivals compared with previous years, while hotels and entertainment venues experienced high occupancy levels throughout the holiday. Preliminary figures show the city welcomed about 1.554 million visitors between 15 and 23 February during the Spring...
BetConstruct introduced its KISS AI Live Casino platform in Barcelona, presenting it as the first AI-first live casino software built without reliance on traditional studio infrastructure. The unveiling took place during a high-profile industry gathering ahead of ICE Barcelona, where the company outlined how the system replaces fixed physical environments with configurable digital formats. Configurable Dealers And Real-Time Presentation KISS...
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed legal action against video game developer Valve, alleging that certain in-game features in popular titles function as illegal gambling systems. The complaint targets mechanics known as “loot boxes” in games including Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2 and Dota 2, arguing they encourage users to spend money for randomly generated virtual items that may later be exchanged for value. Allegations...