After more than three decades of operation, the Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall in Tunica, Mississippi, will close its doors permanently this November. Boyd Gaming Corporation, the property’s parent company, confirmed to employees last week that the closure marks the end of its 31-year presence in the region. Impact on Employees and the Community The official announcement described the decision as one...
Romania’s gambling industry faces another turning point as municipal authorities rally behind a draft bill that would transfer significant powers from the National Gambling Office (ONJN) to local governments. The proposal, presented by the Ministry of Development, would allow mayors and city councils to issue new “zoning authorisations,” effectively granting them the ability to decide where gambling halls and betting shops may operate—or to...
Sweden’s regulated gambling market recorded steady growth in the second quarter of 2025, with gross gaming revenue climbing 1.9% year-on-year to SEK7.02bn (€638m). Compared to the first quarter of the year, this represented a 5.9% increase, according to data published by Spelinspektionen, the national regulator. Market Performance in Q2 2025 Online gambling remained the largest contributor, generating SEK4.63bn, up 1.4% from the same quarter last...
Investment bank Jefferies has revised its expectations for Macau’s casino industry, lifting its 2025 gross gaming revenue (GGR) forecast to MOP248 billion (US$31.8 billion). This marks a significant increase from the firm’s earlier projection of MOP237 billion, placing Jefferies’ outlook above government estimates and at the top end of market predictions. Jefferies Pushes Forecasts to the High End Analysts Anne Ling and Jingjue Pei credited...
High 5 Entertainment has encountered a significant legal setback in California after the Superior Court of San Francisco denied four separate motions submitted by the company. The lawsuit, filed on December 30, 2024, by plaintiff Thomas Portugal, challenges the legality of High 5’s sweepstakes-based gaming platform and its compliance with California’s gambling laws. The motions denied by the court included...
SEGG Media has announced a significant return to the American lottery sector through the revival of its Lottery.com brand. The relaunch includes two major initiatives: a nationwide lottery rewards program and affiliate agreements with state-run iLottery operations in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Michigan. The decision comes at a time of heightened lottery activity, with the Powerball jackpot reaching $1.3 billion. This surge in attention provides SEGG Media with a...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has underscored the crucial role of licensed online gaming in supporting the government’s budget priorities, while raising alarms over the risks posed by unregulated operators. A report submitted to the House Committee on Games and Amusements revealed that from January to July 2025, the regulated sector generated PHP69 billion (US$1.2 billion) in license fees. Licensed Sector Drives Billions...
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to deepen its presence in Asia through a newly signed multi-year collaboration with Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort. The agreement will see three UFC Fight Night events take place at the resort’s flagship Galaxy Arena between 2026 and 2029, marking a significant step in Macau’s ambitions to position itself as a regional hub for global sporting spectacles. Long-Term Commitment...
Polymarket, the blockchain-powered prediction market that made headlines during the 2024 presidential election, has officially secured approval to resume operations in the United States. The move comes after the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issued a no-action letter to QCX, a derivatives exchange that Polymarket acquired earlier this summer. Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan celebrated the decision almost immediately after the...
Colin Cowherd’s media network, The Volume, has signed a major partnership agreement with Hard Rock Bet, shifting away from its previous relationship with DraftKings. The multimillion-dollar deal installs Hard Rock Bet as the network’s presenting sponsor and exclusive sportsbook partner, covering all podcasts, digital shows, and social media platforms. The agreement significantly expands Hard Rock’s visibility within the sports media space, while positioning The Volume...