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Scientific Games Expands Scratch Game Partnership with Iowa Lottery
Scientific Games has been appointed as the primary scratch game partner for the Iowa Lottery, encompassing digital loyalty upgrades and data-driven portfolio management.
Prince Group Founder Chen Zhi Extradited to China Facing Possible Death Penalty
Chen Zhi, founder of Prince Group, faces execution in China after being extradited for his alleged role in Cambodian scam centers and illegal gambling networks.
Arizona: Pascua Yaqui Tribe Unveils Details for Casino Del Sol Vahi Taaʼam
Opening November 15, the Vahi Taaʼam in Tucson will feature 924 slot machines and create 500 new jobs for the local community.
Kentucky Derby Record: Churchill Downs Hits $980 Million Quarterly Revenue
Churchill Downs reports a record $980 million in second-quarter revenue, driven by historic viewership and wagering during the 152nd Kentucky Derby week.
US Gambling Giants Increase Lobbying Spend Ahead of Elections
DraftKings, FanDuel, and Las Vegas Sands are pouring over $72 million into political campaigns to secure favorable gambling legislation.
All on One Hole: Topgolf Brings Poker Strategy to the Greens
Topgolf and the World Series of Golf (WSG) launch their first poker-style qualifying tournament across 30 venues, featuring a top prize of $250,000.
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.
Trump Teleprompter Chief Departs White House Following Kalshi Insider Probe
A White House staffer allegedly pocketed over $100,000 via insider trading on the prediction platform Kalshi. Gabriel Perez has now left federal employment.
Modernizing Casino Finance: Tribal Gaming Workshop Focuses on AI and Automation
Accounting firm Wipfli will host the Elevate 2026 workshop in August 2026 at Graton Resort to help tribal gaming finance teams implement AI and automated auditing solutions.
Curved Visuals: ADLINK and ADP to Debut New Casino Display Tech at G2E 2026
ADLINK and ADP are set to unveil advanced curved gaming monitors featuring IPS 2.0 technology and 178-degree viewing angles at G2E 2026.
AI Betting Analysis: Microsoft WizardLM Outperforms Competitors at World Cup 2026
A study of 14 AI models during the 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup revealed that 10 models achieved a profit, contributing to a global wagering volume of $60 billion.
Caesars Entertainment hits $2.99B in revenue amid looming Fertitta acquisition
Caesars reports a 3% year-on-year revenue increase reaching $2.99 billion for Q2 2026, surpassing analyst estimates despite Las Vegas declines.
Legal U-Turn: Federal Judge Blocks Minnesota’s Ban on Prediction Markets
A Minnesota federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction against the state's first-ever ban on prediction markets, stalling the law only days before its August 2026 launch.
Nebraska Gaming Revenue Surges: Nearly $25 Million in June
The Nebraska casino market is showing robust growth, with monthly revenues climbing to $24.9 million in June, a 20 percent year-on-year increase.
Illinois Gov. Pritzker signs law classifying gambling disorder as medical addiction
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 2749, officially recognizing gambling disorder as an addiction to unlock state-funded treatment and prevention programs.