Churchill Downs Challenges Maine’s Tribal-Exclusive iGaming Law

January 28, 2026
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Churchill Downs Opposes Maine’s Tribal iGaming Monopoly Maine’s recent legislation granting exclusive rights to local tribes for operating online casino gaming has faced opposition from Churchill Downs. The company expressed concerns that this move could negatively impact traditional brick-and-mortar casinos like its Oxford Casino, which plays a significant role in supporting the local economy. Maine […]


Austria’s Supreme Court Declares Loot Boxes Are Not Gambling

January 28, 2026
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Austria’s Stance on Loot Boxes and Gambling Recently, Austria’s Supreme Court dismissed a case brought by a player seeking to recover losses from purchasing loot boxes, ruling that these digital items do not qualify as gambling under Austrian law. This comes shortly after Poland proposed classifying loot boxes as gambling, highlighting differing European perspectives on […]


Victoria Upholds Penalty Against OkeBet for Breaching Self-Exclusion and Marketing Rules

January 28, 2026
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VCAT Confirms VGCCC’s Ruling Against OkeBet The Australian state of Victoria has confirmed a fine imposed on the online sportsbook OkeBet due to the company’s failure to respect self-exclusion regulations and gambling marketing laws. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) upheld the decision initially made by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC), […]


NFL Super Bowl Anticipated to Draw Unprecedented Betting Volume

January 28, 2026
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Super Bowl Betting Expected to Hit $1.7 Billion As the NFL season reaches its climax next month, the Super Bowl is set to become one of the most heavily wagered sports events ever, with forecasts indicating that betting volumes could reach an impressive $1.7 billion. Matchup and Forecast Details The highly anticipated showdown will feature […]


Historic Jackpot Win at ATG Casino Pays Out Over EUR 1.4 Million to Lucky Player

January 28, 2026
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Record-Breaking Payout at ATG Casino ATG Casino, operated by AB Trav och Galopp (ATG), recently celebrated a major achievement by awarding the largest jackpot in its history. A fortunate player from Solna, Sweden, won an impressive prize exceeding EUR 1.4 million (approximately $1.67 million) by hitting the jackpot while playing the popular Starburst slot. JackpotEngine […]


DOJ Investigation Into Wynn Las Vegas Liquor Contract Allegations

January 28, 2026
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Federal Investigation Targets Wynn Resorts Over Liquor Dealings Wynn Resorts is currently under federal scrutiny due to a Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation concerning the handling of liquor contracts at its Las Vegas casinos. While the investigation is still in its early phase, no charges have been filed against the company yet. The allegations have […]


Skill Games Industry Attributes Pennsylvania Casino Decline to Online Gambling

January 28, 2026
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Declining Visitors at Pennsylvania Casinos Linked to Online Gambling Growth Pennsylvania’s gambling venues have been experiencing a noticeable drop in physical patronage. According to insiders from the skill games sector, this decline is largely driven by the rise of online gambling, also known as iGaming, rather than the presence of skill-based gaming machines. Perspective from […]


Impact of POGO Shutdown on Safety of Chinese Nationals in the Philippines

January 28, 2026
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The Controversy Over Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) The dispute between the Philippines and China centered around the operation of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators, commonly known as POGOs. These entities were initially promoted as opportunities for secure and lucrative employment. However, investigations revealed that many POGOs were involved in illicit activities such as money laundering, […]


Catawba Two Kings Casino’s Initial Phase Set to Launch Soon in North Carolina

January 28, 2026
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Introduction to the Catawba Two Kings Casino Project The Catawba Indian Nation is preparing to unveil the inaugural phase of its significant casino development located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. Tribe officials anticipate that operations on the ground floor of the primary casino structure will commence in February or March of 2026, marking an important […]


UK Plans to Boost Gambling Regulator Fees as Budget Tightens

January 28, 2026
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The UK government is currently seeking public feedback on proposed increases to the licensing fees paid by gambling companies. This initiative is intended to ensure that the UK Gambling Commission has sufficient funding to continue regulating the gambling industry effectively amid rising operational costs. Proposed Tiered Increase to Gambling Licence Fees The Department for Culture, […]