PENN Confirms Opening Date for Hollywood Aurora Casino in Illinois
The $360 million project has nearly completed its construction and will serve customers throughout the Chicago suburbs and surrounding areas.
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Latest Casino and Gambling News
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BlizzCon 2026: Full Esports Lineup, Dates, and Details All Revealed
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Thailand reelects Anutin as prime minister, reinforcing opposition to casino legalization while addressing economic and political challenges.
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SkyCity is still feeling the weight of stricter oversight, with AML penalties, host responsibility action, and carded play reforms reshaping New Zealand’s casino sector.
One Individual Dead After Officer-Involved Shooting at Oklahoma WinStar Casino
Officers responded to a call and eventually engaged the individual, with few details revealing what escalated the situation.
Incentive Games partners with Rank Group to expand UK real-money offering
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Industry News
PENN Confirms Opening Date for Hollywood Aurora Casino in Illinois
The $360 million project has nearly completed its construction and will serve customers throughout the Chicago suburbs and surrounding areas.
Uber Invests $1.25 Billion in Rivian Robotaxi Partnership
Uber and Rivian have agreed to a deal that could be worth up to $1.25 billion and launch up to 50,000 robotaxis across dozens of countries.
Alberta Bans Election Betting as Soft2Bet Eyes iGaming Launch
Alberta bans election betting while Soft2Bet prepares to enter the iGaming market, signaling a shift toward a regulated and competitive industry.
Financial News
Saskatchewan Raises Indigenous Funding to CA$153.5M Through Gaming Revenue
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Macau Gaming Sector Surpasses 2025 Revenue Projections
Macau's gaming taxes climbed 7.6% in 2025, while GGR climbed 9.1%, highlighting the region's continued reliance on casino revenues.
South Africa’s 20% Gambling Tax Plan Faces Backlash
South Africa’s proposed 20% online gambling tax is facing fresh industry backlash, with bookmakers warning the plan could squeeze licensed operators and make offshore sites more attractive.
Legal News
Thailand Cracks Down on 10K Crypto Accounts and Blocks 437K Illegal URLs
Thailand intensifies its fight against digital crime by freezing over 10,000 crypto accounts and blocking over 437,000+ illegal gambling and scam-related URLs.
Australia Star Court Ruling Deepens Fallout for Former Executives
Australia’s Federal Court has found two former Star Entertainment executives breached their duties over money-laundering and criminal-risk failings, adding another serious chapter to the casino operator’s long-running compliance crisis.
Sesame Street Nonprofit Sues SeaWorld Parent Company Over Unpaid Royalties
Sesame Workshop has sued United Parks & Resorts, alleging unpaid royalties and disputes tied to Sesame Street–themed park operations.
Las Vegas News
NBA Board Set to Vote on Las Vegas and Seattle Expansion Teams
The NBA is considering expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle, targeting new teams by 2028–29 as owners weigh financial gains and league changes.
Las Vegas Court Advances Dwight Manley Case Against MGM Resorts to Trial
A Las Vegas judge has ruled that Dwight Manley's claim that he was drugged at MGM Resorts will proceed to trial, despite the casino denying any wrongdoing.
Las Vegas Visitor Numbers Decline in 2025 as Gambling Budgets Increase
Las Vegas saw a 7.5% drop in visitors in 2025, as gambling budgets increased, stays shortened, and spending on dining and shopping declined.
World Cup 2026 News
Iran Will Skip the 2026 World Cup Amid Conflict With US
Iran’s sports minister confirmed that its men’s national soccer team will skip the 2026 World Cup this summer. The decision is a result of the country’s ongoing military conflict with the US, which is spreading fast.
Nigeria, Congo Await Ruling From FIFA Over World Cup Status
Nigeria and DR Congo continue to wait for a ruling from FIFA, determining which team will advance to the intercontinental playoffs. While FIFA released a schedule that included Congo, officials in Nigeria confirmed no official decision has been made.
US Still Holding Critical Security Funds for 2026 World Cup
Several World Cup host sites in the US are demanding answers on delayed security funds from DHS. Leaders from Foxborough, New Jersey, and Miami have warned they may need to forfeit hosting duties if the funds aren’t delivered soon.
Sports Betting
MLB and NCAA Offer Conflicting Statements Over Predictions
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and NCAA President Charlie Baker have issued conflicting statements over prediction markets this week. The former embraced the industry with a new partnership to help improve integrity monitoring, while the latter offers the opposite assessment.
Wisconsin Senate Votes in Favor of Mobile Sports Betting
The Wisconsin Senate voted to approve a bill to legalize mobile sports betting through tribal casinos. While many lawmakers remain concerned about the potential impact, they also acknowledged that mobile betting is already taking place in the state.
Nebraska Casinos Begin Effort to Legalize Online Betting
Nebraska casinos have been a signature-gathering effort to allow voters to decide on legalizing mobile sports betting. The move comes after Nebraska lawmakers failed to act, largely removing them from the process of creating a legal framework.
Esports
BlizzCon 2026: Full Esports Lineup, Dates, and Details All Revealed
BlizzCon 2026 returns with WoW, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and a new Classic Cup. Dates, teams, and prize pools revealed.
PGL Commits $22 Million to Counter-Strike 2 Esports With 12 Events Planned for 2027-2028
PGL will invest at least $22 million into Counter-Strike 2 with 12 events planned across 2027 and 2028.
Method Partners With SCAN Ahead of World of Warcraft: Midnight Season 1 Race to World First
Method partners with SCAN ahead of World of Warcraft: Midnight’s Race to World First as the guild aims to reclaim past dominance.
Responsible Gambling News
Massachusetts Bill Aims to Crack Down on Problem Gambling
A new bill in Massachusetts proposes new regulations to curb problem betting. It proposes new regulations that limit bet types, wager amounts, and raise the operator tax rate 155%. It has passed its first committee, but still faces long odds.
CASPR Shares Gambling Safety Report Cards For All 50 States
CASPR has released report cards for gambling safety in all 50 states, grading each on a scale of 1-100. The research center graded each market on the types of betting available and the responsible gaming protocols in place.
Failed NCAA Gambling Investigation is Cause for Concern
A recent NCAA gambling investigation resulted in a symbolic punishment for two former players who refused to cooperate. While federal charges could be coming, the failure shows the limitations the NCAA has when investigating betting violations involving former athletes
