Kansas Casinos Continue Steady Growth, Generate $37.3 Million in August
The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission released its unaudited figures for August, revealing that the state’s four retail casinos generated $37.3 million.
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PPI Study Shows Problem Gambling Fallout Less Than Expected
A new PPI study into the new socioeconomic impact of sports betting showed that the negative financial impact of the industry is far lower than expected. The results contradict those from other studies and leave responsible gaming groups with a crucial choice.
Malaysia Sets Talks with Meta Over Unchecked Gambling Ads on Facebook
Malaysia’s Communications Minister, Fahmi Fadzil, is scheduled to meet Meta on September 22 to demand stricter gambling ad controls.
Macau's August Gaming Tax Revenue Hits MOP8.5B, Setting New Post-Pandemic Record
Macau gaming tax hit a new high of MOP8.5 billion in August, lifting January-August total to MOP$61.9 billion, representing 5.3% YoY growth.
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Hard Rock Bet Looks to Upgrade With Genius Sports Deal
Hard Rock Bet has announced a new partnership with Genius Sports, which will help the sportsbook to massively upgrade live betting and streaming options. Genius has a proven track record while working with DraftKings, FanDuel, and bet365.
AGA Study Shows Public Views Prediciton Markets as Gambling
The AGA has released the results of a study showing that the public overwhelmingly views sports prediction markets as offering sports betting. The results are in part due to Kalshi’s advertising, which claims to offer legal sports betting in all 50 states.
The Azzurri are in Danger of Missing their Third Consecutive World Cup
The Azzurri is currently tied with Israel for second place in its World Cup qualifying group. While the door to qualification remains open, the team will need to deliver wins to avoid missing its third consecutive World Cup.
California's AB 831 Passes In the Assembly, Heads to Gov. Desk
AB 831 has passed in the Assembly and is headed to the Governor's desk for a signature.
ESPN Bet Applies for Missouri Online Sportsbook License
ESPN Bet has filed an application for an online sports betting license in Missouri, putting them on track to launch when the market goes live on December 1. The expansion comes as the battle over the platform’s future rages on.
Industry News
Kansas Casinos Continue Steady Growth, Generate $37.3 Million in August
The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission released its unaudited figures for August, revealing that the state’s four retail casinos generated $37.3 million.
Streamer N3on Joins Iggy Azalea’s MOTHERLAND Casino Ownership Team
The move was intentional, as MOTHERLAND combines casino gaming with other elements of the internet and pop culture, including streaming.
Royal Caribbean Passenger Jumped Ship With $16,000 in Gambling Debt
He had jumped ship around 9:00 a.m. local time on Sunday, Sept. 7 around the time that cruise passengers were leaving the ship to explore the local island.
Financial News
Ohio Retail Casino Market Produced $88.9 Million in July, Grows 8.4 Percent YoY
Revenue reached $88.9 million during the period, led by $24.7 million, an 11.3 percent YoY increase, by Hollywood Columbus Casino.
Delaware Casinos Underperform Compared to Figures from July 2024
According to a report published by the Delaware Lottery, the state’s casino market procured $34.8 million in revenue during July.
Macau Posts Best Month Since COVID Outbreak, Hits $2.6 Billion in Revenue
Macau Casinos Post Best Month Since COVID
Legal News
California's AB 831 Passes In the Assembly, Heads to Gov. Desk
AB 831 has passed in the Assembly and is headed to the Governor's desk for a signature.
Ruby Sweeps Shuts Down Sweeps Play in Arizona
Ruby Sweeps has sent an email to players notifying them that they've restricted sweepstakes play in Arizona.
California's Anti-Sweeps Bill, AB 831, Enters Final Phase
California's AB 831 headed to the final phase after it passed in the Assembly’s Governmental Organization Committee.
Las Vegas News
Station Casinos in Las Vegas Honor Charlie Kirk After Tragic Shooting
Vegas Valley casinos honor Charlie Kirk with marquee tributes after his tragic shooting during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University.
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Sphere's Wizard of Oz Hits $2M Daily as Eagles Add Dates to Residency
Wizard of Oz at Sphere rakes $2 million running two to three shows daily with 4k-5k attendees, and the Eagles add more shows until January 2026.
Vegas Doubles Down on ‘Fabulous’ Brand in New Multifaceted Campaign
LVCVA counters the narrative of a ‘dying’ Las Vegas with a new campaign highlighting the glitz and glamour the city is famous for.
World Cup 2026 News
The Azzurri are in Danger of Missing their Third Consecutive World Cup
The Azzurri is currently tied with Israel for second place in its World Cup qualifying group. While the door to qualification remains open, the team will need to deliver wins to avoid missing its third consecutive World Cup.
Three National Teams to Avoid When Betting on a 2026 World Cup
With the World Cup less than ten months away, we are sharing the three national teams we will be avoiding when betting on this year’s expanded tournament. We’ll share insights into each, giving you an edge before games kick off in June 2026.
Which US World Cup Host Cities Offer Legal Sports Betting
With a record number of fans expected to attend the 2026 World Cup, we’ve created a guide to help visitors know local sports betting rules before they arrive. We also touch base on sports betting laws in Canada and Mexico.
World News
Malaysia Sets Talks with Meta Over Unchecked Gambling Ads on Facebook
Malaysia’s Communications Minister, Fahmi Fadzil, is scheduled to meet Meta on September 22 to demand stricter gambling ad controls.
Macau's August Gaming Tax Revenue Hits MOP8.5B, Setting New Post-Pandemic Record
Macau gaming tax hit a new high of MOP8.5 billion in August, lifting January-August total to MOP$61.9 billion, representing 5.3% YoY growth.
Hong Kong Legislature Passes Basketball Betting Bill with 50% Revenue Tax
HK legalizes basketball betting to regulate online gambling as Home Secretary Mak cites public demand and plans to divert funds from illicit sites.
Sports Betting
Hard Rock Bet Looks to Upgrade With Genius Sports Deal
Hard Rock Bet has announced a new partnership with Genius Sports, which will help the sportsbook to massively upgrade live betting and streaming options. Genius has a proven track record while working with DraftKings, FanDuel, and bet365.
AGA Study Shows Public Views Prediciton Markets as Gambling
The AGA has released the results of a study showing that the public overwhelmingly views sports prediction markets as offering sports betting. The results are in part due to Kalshi’s advertising, which claims to offer legal sports betting in all 50 states.
ESPN Bet Applies for Missouri Online Sportsbook License
ESPN Bet has filed an application for an online sports betting license in Missouri, putting them on track to launch when the market goes live on December 1. The expansion comes as the battle over the platform’s future rages on.
Esports
FaZE Clan sign jcobbb After Benching EliGE from CS2 Roster
FaZe Clan has benched Jonathan ‘EliGE‘ Jablonowski and signed Jakub ‘jcobbb‘ Pietruszewski for its CS2 squad.
Counter-Stike 2: HEROIC Drops gr1ks, Adds Alkaren to Lineup
HEROIC has benched Gleb ‘gr1kz’ Gazin and signed Alkaren on loan.
VALORANT Champions 2026 To Take Place In Shanghai
VALORANT Champions 2026 will be in Shanghai, China.
Responsible Gambling News
PPI Study Shows Problem Gambling Fallout Less Than Expected
A new PPI study into the new socioeconomic impact of sports betting showed that the negative financial impact of the industry is far lower than expected. The results contradict those from other studies and leave responsible gaming groups with a crucial choice.
Arizona State Men’s Basketball: A Tale of Two Betting Scandals
A former member of the ASU’s men’s basketball team is involved in an NCAA gambling investigation. The program was involved in an infamous point-shaving scandal almost 30 years ago, providing a case study to examine how gambling enforcement has evolved since then.
Dangers of Sports Prediction Markets Go Far Beyond Problem Gambling
The US sports prediction market industry will be far larger heading into the football season. With expanded bet types and more operators, many expect the new sector to see a ton of action. However, these controversial markets will also bring several dangers.
Michael Savio covers the US online casino industry, giving readers insights and information they won’t find anywhere else. He has followed the retail industry since his time living in Las Vegas and has continued to do so as the online industry has taken off. Michael covers everything from online casino reviews to industry news, making him one of the most trusted insiders in the business.
Grant is a former graduate of Virginia Tech, a former NCAA track and field athlete, and an avid sports fan and sports bettor. He aims to provide up-to-the-minute and detailed coverage of headlines in the sports betting industry. Grant joined the professional ranks in 2021 and quickly made a name for himself, working with entities such as Forbes and VSiN and earning a reliable reputation in the industry. When he’s not working, you can find him exercising, walking around the city, or somewhere watching the big game of the day.
Richard Janvrin, a graduate of the University of New Hampshire with a degree in English/Journalism, has been a professional writer since 2015. Specializing in sports, sports betting, and online casinos, Richard began his casino writing journey following the repeal of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act in 2018. Since then, he has crafted various casino-related content, including how-to guides, online casino reviews, bonus/promotion overviews, and breaking news. Richard is dedicated to delivering the most current and precise news in the online casino industry.
Lucas is a New Jersey-born and raised copywriter. His content encompasses casino, software provider, and game reviews, news, and blogs. Lucas’ professional writing experience spans more than six years. He works globally with clients from the US, the UK, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and Canada. Before he started writing gambling content, Lucas went to Rutgers University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Just to shake things up, he became a painter, following in his father’s footsteps. He now writes full-time and doubles in painting now and then.