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Attorney General Confirms Online Casinos Coming to Illinois Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced recently that the state will soon legalize online casinos where players can wager real money. This marks a significant development in Illinois’ gambling landscape as the move signals expansion beyond the current offerings. Background and Industry Context Speaking at the National […]

Wynn Resorts Partners with IGY Marinas and MSI for Al Marjan Marina Project Wynn Resorts has chosen IGY Marinas, a renowned global leader in top-tier marina destinations, along with Marina Solutions International (MSI), to lead the design, development, management, and marketing efforts for the upcoming Al Marjan Island Marina in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab […]

Sharp Decrease in Canadian Visits to the U.S. The number of Canadians traveling to the United States has experienced a significant decline, dropping by 22.1% compared to the previous year, as reported by Statistics Canada. This downward trend comes amid increasing tensions and threats of elevated tariffs from U.S. leadership, leading many Canadians to reconsider […]

Conviction of the Casino Royale Attack Organizer The Second Federal Criminal Court located in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, has sentenced Baltasar “El Mataperros” Sauceda Estrada for multiple crimes related to the devastating 2011 Casino Royale massacre in Monterrey, which resulted in the deaths of 53 individuals. Charges and Sentencing Details Estrada was found guilty of drug trafficking […]

Overall Casino Revenue Sees Slight Decline in June The New York State Gaming Commission recently reported that casinos in New York generated $55.1 million in gross gaming revenue (GGR) during June. This figure represents a modest 2.2% decrease compared to June of the previous year, making it the third-lowest month of 2025 so far, only […]

VGW Implements Sales Tax on Purchases Amid Regulatory Scrutiny Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), the operator behind popular sweepstakes casino sites such as Chumba Casino, Global Poker, and Luckyland Slots, has recently begun applying sales tax to user purchases on its platforms. This policy shift coincides with increasing regulatory pressure in the United States as lawmakers […]

The Senate Halts Plan to Reverse Gambling Tax Adjustment A recent legislative effort to reverse a contentious tax change affecting gambling losses in the United States was blocked in the Senate on July 10. This move prevented the reinstatement of full deductions for gamblers, a change that has sparked considerable debate. Republican Opposition Stalls Restoration […]

Partnership to Bring Advanced Live Casino Experiences Live casino provider Stakelogic has joined forces with Spielbanken Bayern, a leader in Bavaria’s regulated online gambling market, to launch innovative live casino offerings. This collaboration strengthens their presence in Bavaria, a key German state known for its progressive gambling regulations. Bavaria Leads with Online Live Casino Launches […]

IGT Celebrates Big Jackpot Wins in June In June, IGT revealed several significant jackpot victories, with multiple players winning multi-million dollar prizes on the company’s popular slot and jackpot games. According to a recent company announcement, three major jackpots were awarded during the month. Major Wins Across Casinos in California and Canada The first notable […]

Caesars Sportsbook Rolls Out Digital Wallet in Nevada Caesars Sportsbook has unveiled a new digital wallet feature within its mobile app, designed specifically for bettors in Nevada. This innovation allows users to fund their wagers directly from their smartphones or tablets, eliminating the need for external payment methods. Unified Wallet Enhances User Experience Across Properties […]