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Introduction to the Case Recently, an Iowa judge handed down a 10-year prison sentence to Shaun Benward, a magician who deceived casino staff across the United States and fraudulently claimed thousands of dollars in winnings. Known by the nickname “Shaun Mistery,” Benward managed to evade capture by authorities for several years before being apprehended in […]

Governor Whitmer Introduces Plan to Raise Online Casino Taxes This week, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer unveiled a proposal to increase the online casino tax rate to 36%, an 8% rise over the current top rate. This change is part of the state’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget plan and aims to generate additional revenue from the […]

Overview of the Proposed Legislation Mississippi’s House and Senate have recently approved House Bill 520 and Senate Bill 2369. These bills aim to enforce the collection of unpaid child support directly from casino gambling winnings. The legislation targets large gambling payouts by implementing new requirements for casinos. Details of the Bill The bills, nearly identical […]

Mass Closure of Scam Centers in Cambodia In recent weeks, Cambodian authorities have shut down close to 200 scam hubs. This move is part of a larger campaign aimed at eradicating criminal operations involving thousands of foreign workers who operate call centers and other venues to defraud victims abroad. International Pressure Intensifies Crackdown The government’s […]

Federal Judge Denies Waltz’s Request to Overturn Sentence Brent Waltz, a former Indiana State Senator, has lost his bid to overturn the federal prison sentence he received related to illegal campaign contributions from casino funds. The Chief Judge of the US District Court for the Southern District of Indiana dismissed Waltz’s motion, bringing to a […]

FanDuel’s New Payment Policy to Protect Customers FanDuel has announced that it will no longer allow credit cards as a payment method for its sportsbook, casino, and racing services in the United States beginning March 2. This move is part of the company’s efforts to enhance player protection by reducing the risks associated with credit […]

Judge’s Decision Forces Evolution to Provide Important Documents The legal confrontation between the live casino operator Evolution and the investigative firm Black Cube in New Jersey has intensified, with both parties marking some legal victories as the trial date approaches. This dispute has drawn significant attention within the online gambling community for several months, revolving […]

The Importance of Indian Gaming for Tribal Communities This week, tribal leaders convened in Washington to address both the opportunities and challenges within Indian gaming. Tribal casinos and related gambling ventures remain a vital economic lifeline, providing consistent revenue streams that support essential community services such as healthcare clinics, educational institutions, housing programs, and elder […]

Six Charged with Obstructing Justice in Casino Stabbing Case Authorities have charged six men with perverting the course of justice as the investigation continues into the fatal stabbing of Blue Stevens outside a London casino. The men—Adnan Hindawi, Ali Hindawi, Nicholas McCoy, Mozahedul Alam, Shafwan Meah, and Jayden Clement-Bryan—are all aged between 20 and 26. […]

Concerns Arise After Illinois Introduces New Betting Tax Illinois legislators are considering repealing a recently implemented sports betting tax following a noticeable drop in wagering activity. Data from recent months indicate that concerns raised by gambling operators about the negative impact of the tax may be justified. Initial Opposition from Betting Operators In September, the […]