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Tennessee Enacts Statewide Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos
Tennessee has officially outlawed online sweepstakes casinos after Governor Bill Lee signed legislation targeting dual-currency gaming platforms and casino-style online products operating outside the state’s regulated gambling framework. The measure became law after the governor approved the bill on the final day available for action following its passage through the legislature earlier this year. Lawmakers […]
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Congressional Probe Targets Prediction Market Platforms Kalshi & Polymarket
Rep. James Comer, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, has opened a congressional investigation into prediction market companies Kalshi and Polymarket over concerns that traders could be using confidential government information to profit from bets tied to political and geopolitical events. The Kentucky Republican announced Friday that the committee had sent letters […]
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Genting Malaysia Sees Q1 Loss Amid New York Casino Launch
Genting Malaysia Bhd recorded a net loss of MYR25.2 million (US$6.4 million) for the first quarter ending March 31, 2026, reversing a net profit of MYR52.0 million (US$13.1 million) in the same period last year. The decline occurred despite a 10% increase in total revenue to MYR2.87 billion (US$724 million), driven by stronger contributions across Malaysia, the […]
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BoyleSports Quietly Explores Sale of Retail and Online Operations
Ireland’s largest privately owned bookmaker, BoyleSports, is reportedly circulating details of its business to potential buyers, according to multiple industry sources. The company operates approximately 390 retail outlets across Ireland and the UK and maintains a growing online gambling operation. Discussions of a potential sale have gained momentum after reports emerged that the business has been “shopped […]
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Playtech Achieves Strong Trading Momentum in Early 2026
Playtech has reported a robust start to 2026, with its operations in the Americas and selected European markets exceeding expectations during the first four months of the year. CEO Mor Weizer described the period from January 1 to April 30 as “excellent,” highlighting continued strength in the US, Mexico, and certain European markets, alongside solid performance in the […]
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WPT Australia Festival Heads Back to Sydney
The World Poker Tour will return to Australia later this year, with The Star Sydney confirmed as the host venue for the 2026 WPT Australia festival running from September 10 to September 30. The upcoming series will feature two headline championship tournaments and a full schedule of supporting events, with organizers expecting players from Australia and overseas […]
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Pragmatic Play Releases Dragon’s Gate – Bonus Choice
The renowned slot provider Pragmatic Play has expanded its slot portfolio with Dragon’s Gate – Bonus Choice, an Asian-inspired release built around koi fish, waterfalls, dragon transformations and a bonus selection mechanic that lets players choose how they want to continue after triggering the main feature. The game uses a 5-reel, 3-row layout with 50 paylines […]
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NetEnt Unveils What’s Up? Witches Online Slot Game
NetEnt has expanded its online casino portfolio with the release of What’s Up? Witches, a high-volatility online slot built around a supernatural school setting and three central characters named Sage, Isadora, and Sabrina. The new title combines cascading reels, spell-based mechanics, and a free spins mode with potential payouts reaching 10,180 times the original wager. […]
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Former West Virginia Federal Prosecutor Pleads Guilty to Identity Theft
A former federal prosecutor in southern West Virginia, Monica Dillon, has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of identity theft after using victims’ personal information to fund online gambling accounts. Dillon, who spent nearly two decades in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia, admitted to stealing names, Social Security numbers, and dates […]
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Sega Sammy Faces Financial Loss Amid iGaming Setbacks
Sega Sammy Holdings, a leading Japanese conglomerate, has reported a significant shift in its financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. The company posted a net loss of JPY 5.76 billion (approximately $36.5 million), a sharp contrast to the JPY 45 billion profit recorded in the previous year. This downturn is attributed […]
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