Caesars News 2026
Louis Ruggiero Unfiltered: A $10 Million Loss and the Failure of VIP Player Care
Podcaster Louis Ruggiero chronicles his battle with gambling addiction, revealing how he lost $10 million while operators continued to push bonuses.
Canada: Alberta Launches Regulated Online Gambling Market
Alberta launched its new online gambling market on July 13, 2026, following Ontario's lead. Nearly 50 operators have applied for licenses, with an expected GGR of approximately C$850 million in the first year.
Alberta launches online gambling, regulatory waves in North America
The Canadian province of Alberta opened its regulated online gambling market on July 13. Simultaneously, debates over gambling tax deductions and sweepstakes casino bans are flaring up in the US.
Alberta iGaming Market to Launch July 13: North American Giants Prepare for Entry
Canada's province of Alberta will launch a regulated online gambling market on July 13. Major brands like FanDuel and DraftKings are ready to offer sports betting and online casino games to residents, with the province aiming for over $700 million in annual revenue.
North Carolina Raises Sports Betting Tax to 23 Percent, Taxes Prediction Markets
North Carolina has increased its sports betting tax on gross wagering revenue from 18 to 23 percent. Governor Josh Stein signed this measure into law, aiming to mitigate an anticipated 2.8 billion US dollar budget shortfall.
Alberta's iGaming Market Launch Approaches with Slight Drop in Registered Operators
Ahead of its July 13 launch, Alberta's regulated iGaming market sees a slight dip in registered operators from 47 to 46, yet strong industry interest with over 70 expressions of interest.