As the Super Bowl approaches, Americans are preparing to wager record sums on the NFL’s championship game, with estimates topping $1.5 billion in bets. This year’s surge reflects more than fan enthusiasm. It highlights a growing contest between traditional sportsbooks and prediction markets that now allow millions of residents in states without legalized sports betting to place wagers legally. Prediction...
Virginia lawmakers revisited gambling policy this week as Senate subcommittees declined to advance proposals addressing both skill gaming machines and online casino gaming, signaling continued unease over expansion even as supporters argue regulation would replace inconsistent enforcement and unregulated play. The debates unfolded Friday before the Senate General Laws and Technology Gaming Subcommittee, where members considered measures dealing with in-person...
Evoke, the owner of William Hill and 888, has initiated widespread cost-cutting measures and shuttered betting shops in response to recently announced tax increases targeting the UK gambling sector. The changes follow the November budget, which set out higher duties on both online gaming and online sports wagering. The group has stated that these policy adjustments have prompted a strategic review and...
Parx Casino Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, is preparing a major addition to its gaming floor, with live dealer table games moving through the testing and preview phase before becoming fully operational. The introduction of traditional tables marks a new chapter for the property, which has operated without such offerings since opening in 2023. Although the three sets of provided information outline slightly...
The Lumbee Tribe is assessing whether to pursue a casino and resort on newly acquired land along Interstate 95 in Robeson County, North Carolina, marking a pivotal moment after Congress granted the tribe federal recognition. County documents show that approximately 240 to 241 acres of farmland south of Lumberton were purchased for about $6 million. The site sits near the small...
Bloomberry Resorts Corp has expanded the content lineup for its online gaming platform, megaFUNalo, by integrating new titles developed by Gioco Arcade that feature Filipino cultural references, public transport icons, and festival-themed visuals. The update adds locally developed games built by domestic studios and reflects a broader move among Philippine integrated resort operators to introduce licensed online platforms alongside their physical casino...
Nebraska’s commercial casino market closed 2025 with its strongest month to date, as newly built and expanded facilities helped push revenue and tax collections to record levels. December marked the highest single-month performance since casino gaming launched in the state, capping a year of rapid growth tied to additional gaming space, more tables, and new permanent locations. Figures released by...
The UFC removed a lightweight matchup from the UFC 324 lineup in Las Vegas after gaming integrity officials alerted the promotion to irregular betting patterns shortly before the event began. The cancellation eliminated a scheduled preliminary contest between Alexander Hernandez and Michael Johnson at T-Mobile Arena. Hours before the card started, promotional officials confirmed the bout was no longer taking place. Reporters...
Senior Chinese officials have reinforced directives to intensify action against cross-border gambling, outlining an extended campaign that combines enforcement pressure, institutional coordination, and stricter punishment for criminal networks. The initiatives come amid ongoing national concerns regarding overseas gambling groups targeting Chinese citizens and the social and financial risks associated with such activities. Judicial Measures Enter the Spotlight China’s broader campaign includes directives...
Macau hotels recorded a decline in average room prices in December even as the city enjoyed significant tourism activity and strong guest volumes across multiple accommodation tiers. Data released for the month showed notable pricing adjustments at both premium and mid-range properties, reflecting a trend that also extended across the full calendar year. Recent figures indicated that the market-wide hotel rate fell...