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Nevada Drops Charges in $8M Illegal Gambling Case

State gaming regulators dismissed felony charges against a Las Vegas handicapper accused of running an unlicensed operation.

August 25, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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African Gaming Forum Slated for Lisbon in Late September

Industry conference will convene regulators and stakeholders to discuss gaming across the African continent.

August 24, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Premier League Season Sparks Costly Customer Battle

As the soccer season returns, sportsbooks face mounting acquisition costs and tighter rules in their fight for new players.

August 23, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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NFL Betting Probe Widens Across State Regulators

Gaming authorities in multiple states are investigating allegations involving an NFL team executive and sports betting.

August 23, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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New Operator Takes Over Las Vegas Casino After Management Scandal

Fifth Street Gaming will assume casino operations at a major Las Vegas property pending regulatory approval.

August 22, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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UK Tax Hike Weighs on Major Operator's Q2 Earnings

A major gaming operator's profitability declined sharply in Q2 due to increased UK taxation, despite strong revenue growth.

August 18, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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WNBA Betting Handle Climbs 10% as Playoff Competition Intensifies

Sportsbooks report increased wagering volume on women's basketball as teams battle for postseason positioning.

August 16, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Atlantic City casinos post strongest July revenue in 14 years

Nine Atlantic City properties reported record gaming revenue for July, marking their best monthly performance since 2012.

August 16, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Online Gambling Dominates Lithuanian Market in First Half

Remote gaming operators captured nearly four-fifths of total gaming revenue in Lithuania during the first six months of the year.

August 15, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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IRS Pushes Players Toward State-Licensed Betting Over Federal Markets

Tax agency warns consumers about prediction markets as regulatory confusion blurs gambling and investing lines.

August 14, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Speed vs. Security: Gaming Industry Faces Rising Protection Challenges

Rapid expansion in online gaming creates new vulnerabilities as operators balance performance demands with security needs.

August 13, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Maryland Gaming Tax Revenue Hits Record $1.6B

Strong sports betting growth drives Maryland's commercial gaming industry to record tax collections in fiscal 2026.

August 12, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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US Regulator Cracks Down on Prediction Markets' Betting-Style Displays

CFTC tells licensed prediction markets to stop presenting derivative contracts as gambling-style odds.

August 9, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Swedish Casino Operator Launches Sportsbook Brand in UK Market

A major iGaming company expands its sports betting presence with a new UK sportsbook launch.

August 8, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Louisiana Riverboat Casino Plans Shift to Land-Based Resort

A New Orleans-area riverboat gaming venue is transitioning to a traditional brick-and-mortar facility as the region continues moving away from water-based casinos.

August 6, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Wisconsin Sports Betting Law Under Legal Challenge

A legal group has filed a lawsuit seeking to block Wisconsin's newly approved mobile sports betting law.

August 6, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Louisiana Bans Sweepstakes Casinos Effective August 2026

Louisiana expands gambling laws to eliminate dual-currency social gaming platforms statewide.

August 5, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Swedish Operator Returns to Ontario Market Via Casino Days Deal

A major European gaming company completes acquisition of an Ontario-licensed casino brand and supporting technology platform.

August 5, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Major Sportsbook Operator Wins Arizona License in State Expansion

A Las Vegas-based sportsbook known for sharp-bettor appeal gains approval to operate in Arizona, marking its seventh US state.

August 4, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Industry Conference Adds Hands-On Training Sessions for Operators

A major gaming conference will launch practical masterclasses covering sportsbook trading, gaming operations, and responsible marketing.

August 3, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Financial Pressure Drives Gambling Surge in South Africa

New report reveals over half of South African workers gamble, often seeking quick money to cover debts and expenses.

August 2, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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World Cup Boosts Ontario Sports Betting to Record June Handle

Major sporting event drives Canadian province's wagering volume past $1 billion in a single month.

August 2, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Sports Betting Tech Firm Expands Latin America Footprint

A Bulgarian betting technology company has partnered with a gaming platform developer to strengthen its presence in major regional markets.

July 27, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Major Operator Gears Up for Spanish Market Entry

A prominent gaming company is assembling local leadership to launch its sportsbook in Spain's regulated market.

July 27, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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UK Gambling Regulator Redirects Penalty Funds to Government

New policy shift routes enforcement settlement money away from charities to the UK government's central fund.

July 25, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Gaming Software Firm Completes $9M Acquisition

A major gaming software company has finalized its purchase of another firm to boost its US market presence.

July 24, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Alberta's iGaming Launch Generates Millions of Location Checks

A new Canadian province's regulated online casino market processed over 3.2M geolocation verifications in its opening week.

July 23, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Tribal Casinos Face Major Revenue Threat From Prediction Markets

Native American gaming leaders warn of significant revenue losses as prediction markets gain traction with consumers.

July 22, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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UK regulator to enforce stricter gaming machine standards

New licensing rule will require removal of non-compliant machines from physical venues starting mid-2026.

July 21, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Alberta's Regulated iGaming Market Grows to 36 Approved Operators

Canada's Alberta province now has dozens of licensed online casinos as its regulated market continues to expand.

July 20, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Pennsylvania legal gambling hits $7B revenue milestone

Record gaming revenue in Pennsylvania generates unprecedented tax income for the state.

July 19, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Gaming Supplier Settles UK Regulator Case Over Unlicensed Site Access

A major games provider has paid millions to resolve a regulatory matter involving unlicensed operators.

July 17, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Gamification Emerges as Key Tool for Sportsbook Player Retention

Sports betting platforms are turning to gamified experiences to boost player engagement and lifetime value.

July 16, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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SportPesa Eyes Leadership Position in African Betting Markets

The established operator faces mounting competition from international firms entering Africa's growing iGaming sector.

July 15, 2026 · Nolan Hayes
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Softswiss and WorldGaming Team Up on 2027 Industry Report

Softswiss expands its upcoming trends report by partnering with WorldGaming's industry network.

July 15, 2026 · Nolan Hayes

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