Ubisoft has rolled out a new system designed to help players move digital gaming assets across blockchains with better security and less hassle The new setup, built on LayerZero’s technology, creates a decentralized verification network (DVN) that can handle everything from NFTs to in-game currencies Good to know The system connects..

Trump Media & Technology Group is exploring new moves in the crypto space The company behind the Truth+ streaming app has confirmed it is considering a utility token and a digital wallet, with plans to expand its reach across fintech and investment services Good to know Truth+ may add a utility token for subscriptions and..

Red Rock Resorts recorded mixed results in the first quarter of 2025, showing steady gains in core casino revenue while facing pressure in other segments such as food and lodging Good to know Casino revenue climbed 52% to $3332 million Net income rose 97% year-over-year, reaching $86 million Room and food segments recorded lower..

Stablecoin-powered payments are taking another step forward Rain, a global card issuing platform, has joined Visa’s pilot program to test stablecoin settlement using USDC The partnership marks a shift in how payments can move onchain, offering real-time settlement every day of the year Good to know Rain has shifted all Visa card..

Betr Entertainment has stepped up efforts to acquire PointsBet, reshaping the competition in Australia’s sportsbook market The updated bid raises the stakes in the face of a rival offer from Japanese tech firm MIXI and includes both cash and equity components Good to know Betr values PointsBet at around AU$360 million in its latest..

Momentum is building for the $8 billion Metropolitan Park proposal as New York lawmakers push the project closer to the licensing stage Developers aim to transform a stretch of Willets Point asphalt into a mix of green space, public amenities, and a casino-hotel complex Good to know A key committee vote has advanced a casino proposal..

Illinois could become the latest state to ban credit card payments for online sports wagering The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has adopted a rule to stop players from using credit cards to fund betting accounts, pushing the change forward for review by the state’s Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) Good to know Illinois is..

Poker fans are about to see the game in a completely new way GGPoker and GTO Wizard are teaming up to bring real-time strategy analysis to the GGMillion$ final table stream starting May 6 Good to know GTO Wizard will provide live hand analysis during GGMillion$ broadcasts Viewers will see optimal plays and deviations in real time..

Pencil Finance has issued its first on-chain student loan after securing $10 million in liquidity support from Open Campus and Animoca Brands The goal is to reshape how student loans work by moving the process entirely onto the blockchain Good to know Pencil Finance uses real-world-asset protocols to bring student loans on-chain..

A bill to ban sweepstakes gambling in Louisiana just cleared the state Senate with a 39-0 vote, targeting a wide range of industry participants If signed into law, SB 181 would take effect on August 1 and include some of the strongest penalties proposed by any state so far Good to know SB 181 includes fines up to $100,000 per offense..

Rick Salomon is listing his Dallas penthouse condo after using it for private poker games and gatherings for years The property, set across two floors in a luxury high-rise, is now on the market for $825 million Good to know The condo spans two floors in the 33-story Bleu Ciel tower and includes panoramic views of Dallas Salomon..

WSOP is expanding its 2025 summer festival with a larger online presence and new multi-state access for players The series now features 130 bracelet events, with 30 of those taking place online between May 27 and July 16 The online portion runs alongside the 100 live events already announced and will award bracelets every Saturday, Sunday, and..

VICI Properties started 2025 with higher revenue and EBITDA, but rising costs cut into net income Despite the dip in profits, the company continued to expand its portfolio and secure new investment deals, particularly in the tribal gaming sector and major development projects Good to know VICI Properties increased Q1 2025 revenue by..

Bragg Gaming Group has named Holly Gagnon as the new Chair of its Board of Directors, adding more leadership experience to its push for international growth Gagnon steps into the position following her role as Lead Director, which she held since 2021 Matevž Mazij, the outgoing Chair, will remain on the Board and continue to lead the company as..

Slotegrator, a company known for iGaming solutions and aggregation, has shared its outlook on the three most impactful technologies shaping the industry in 2025 Senior Sales Manager Ataur Rosul Abeer explained how artificial intelligence, blockchain, and esports are not only shaping player experiences but also transforming how platforms..

Entain has confirmed Stella David as its new chief executive officer, ending a series of interim transitions and bringing a familiar face back into the top role The decision comes after David held the CEO position in an interim capacity twice over the past year Good to know Stella David has officially stepped in as Entain’s new chief..

bet365 has expanded its free-to-play gaming lineup in the United States with the launch of Prize Matcher, now available to users in New Jersey and Pennsylvania Created in partnership with Incentive Games, this new feature adds a layer of engagement and reward to daily play and is part of bet365’s broader push into US regulated..

Kindbridge Research Institute has rolled out a new nationwide effort focused on reducing gambling-related financial harm The Financial Stability and Responsible Gambling Initiative marks the first organized move in the United States to address this issue as both a public health and financial stability concern Good to know: Kindbridge..

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered 11 unlicensed online casinos to stop offering services to Michigan residents The board issued cease-and-desist notices, giving each operator 14 days to comply or risk further enforcement Good to know Michigan Gaming Control Board issued cease-and-desist orders to 11 illegal online..

Coinbase, Fabric Ventures, Animoca Brands, and Founders Factory have joined forces to launch a new multi-million-pound accelerator designed to boost blockchain, Web3, and AI startups in the United Kingdom Announced on April 28, 2025, the initiative aims to strengthen the country’s position in the global innovation race Good to know..