Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, one of the country’s wealthiest elected officials and a potential 2028 presidential contender, revealed he won $1.4 million from gambling during a Las Vegas vacation last year. According to tax filings released by his campaign, the windfall came from playing blackjack while the governor was traveling with his wife, MK Pritzker, and several friends. Speaking at...
Macau’s gaming industry has proven its resilience, with the latest figures from the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) highlighting positive developments across multiple segments for the third quarter of 2025. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the city reached an impressive MOP 62.57 billion (US$7.83 billion), marking a 12.5% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is indicative of the sector’s recovery and...
MGM Resorts International has agreed to sell the operations of its Ohio-based MGM Northfield Park to the Clairvest Group, a Canadian private-equity firm, in a deal valued at $546 million in cash. This transaction marks a significant move for MGM, aligning with its strategic focus on digital gaming and international growth, as it shifts away from certain regional operations. The sale...
Nolimit City is back with its latest high-volatility slot release, Breakout, where players are plunged into a gripping jailbreak adventure. The story centers on The Syndicate, a notorious group of criminals who have repeatedly escaped the clutches of the law, even from the tightest prison confines. In Breakout, Nolimit City takes a darker, more intense approach compared to its usual humor-driven releases,...
In a significant development for the gaming industry in Latin America, DATA.BET, a trusted provider of sportsbook solutions, has earned certification from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI). This certification is essential for operating in Brazil, as GLI is a renowned global authority for testing and inspecting gaming systems. DATA.BET’s certification marks a crucial milestone in its long-term strategy to enhance its offerings in...
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has unveiled its Annual Plan for 2025–26, setting the tone for a year focused on tackling gambling-related harm, bolstering regulatory reform, and reinforcing community confidence through data-driven oversight. Now entering its fourth year as an independent body, the Commission is sharpening its approach to ensure all forms of gambling in Victoria remain...
The St. Louis Blues have unveiled a new partnership with Underdog, a rapidly growing U.S. sports entertainment and betting company, marking a significant step forward in fan engagement and digital interactivity. The multi-year marketing deal positions Underdog as the Blues’ first official sports betting partner, ahead of Missouri’s anticipated launch of regulated online wagering later this year. Under the agreement,...
Italy’s online betting market is preparing for a sweeping transformation as regulators implement a new framework that will drastically reduce the number of active betting websites from 407 to just 52. The change, led by the Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency, is set to take effect on 13 November 2025 and marks one...
Paddy Power has announced plans to close 57 of its betting shops across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, in a move that will affect nearly 250 employees. The closures follow a review of the company’s retail operations amid increasing costs and challenging market conditions. Closures Across the UK and Ireland The bookmaker, owned by Flutter Entertainment, said 247 roles...
The Philippines has reported a dramatic 93% reduction in illegal online gambling activity during the third quarter of 2025, marking one of the most significant drops since the government began tightening its crackdown on unlicensed operators. Data from cybersecurity and analytics companies Gogolook and Whoscall revealed that reports of illegal gambling links and operations fell sharply between July and September, a result...