Russian officials are weighing a proposal that would reverse a long standing ban on online gambling The idea surfaced after the finance ministry outlined a plan that could channel gambling revenue directly into the federal budget Good to Know Online gambling has been illegal in Russia since 2009 The proposal calls for a single state..

The UK government is reviewing changes to the licence fees paid by gambling operators, with proposals that could increase annual charges by up to 30 percent Consultation papers released by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport outline the options under consideration and set out the financial position of the UK Gambling Commission Good..

Power demand on the Las Vegas Strip never really pauses, but the energy mix behind it keeps shifting MGM Resorts International confirmed a milestone that changes how its flagship properties operate during daylight hours, tying together years of infrastructure planning and long-term energy contracts Good to Know MGM covers all daytime..

Investor confidence across gaming stocks looks fragile heading into earnings season A new assessment outlines uneven growth, softer demand signals, and regional contrasts shaping expectations across casinos and digital wagering Good to Know JP Morgan favors DraftKings and Las Vegas Sands ahead of earnings Digital betting still..

A push to change how gambling losses get taxed at the federal level stalled again in Washington Lawmakers reviewed dozens of proposals tied to a major spending package, but one issue tied closely to bettors and casinos failed to advance The outcome keeps a controversial tax rule in force for now, even as pressure builds from Nevada officials,..

Evoke closed 2025 with a quarter that felt steadier than the rest of the year, even as the wider picture stayed challenging Trading improved late in the year, costs stayed under pressure, and leadership signaled openness to major structural change Good to Know Q4 revenue reached £464 million, up 7% from Q3 Full-year revenue still..

China Banking Corp has no plans to rush a sale tied to the stalled Emerald Bay casino site in Cebu The lender says the land will remain off the market until pricing aligns with internal expectations Good to Know Chinabank controls the Emerald Bay site after a leaseback expired Emerald Bay development stopped years before opening..

Bally's Corp has outlined the timeline and cost structure for a large mixed-use development planned near the future Athletics ballpark in Las Vegas A recent county filing provides the clearest picture yet of how the project will unfold over the rest of the decade Good to Know Total estimated project cost stands at $119 billion..

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has added four casino resorts operated by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma to its brand system The agreement expands Wyndham presence in regional gaming destinations across the United States while keeping ownership and management with the Choctaw Nation Good to Know Four Choctaw casino resorts will join..

Maine entered a new phase of gambling policy after Governor Janet Mills allowed legislation legalizing online casino games to take effect without a signature The decision reversed her earlier position and immediately triggered responses from national gambling policy groups Good to Know Maine already permits online sports betting..

Concerns around youth exposure to sports betting continue to surface at the federal level A bipartisan group of US senators is now asking public health officials to take a closer look at how gambling affects minors, especially as legal sports betting expands nationwide Lawmakers want better data before the issue escalates further Good to..

Super Group Limited closed out 2025 with steady momentum, leaning on casino strength while navigating a softer stretch on the sportsbook side late in the year The parent company of Betway and Spin released its fourth-quarter and full-year update alongside news of another cash dividend for shareholders Momentum came from scale rather than luck..

Rapid growth in digital gaming has tested regulators worldwide In the Philippines, the national gaming authority says those challenges are manageable with the right tools in place Speaking at ICE Barcelona on Tuesday, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp chairman and chief executive Alejandro Tengco said regulation can keep pace with innovation..

Anyone who has spent time on a casino floor has likely heard the phrase tighter slots New research from Las Vegas gives that idea some data behind it A study from the UNLV Center for Gaming Research found that slot machines across Nevada now keep a larger share of wagers than they did two decades ago Players still receive payouts well above the..

A downtown Las Vegas landmark just crossed a rare milestone Few properties anywhere in the city can point to more than a century of continuous operation, yet one Fremont Street casino keeps doing exactly that while still adapting to modern play habits Good to Know Golden Gate Hotel and Casino reached 120 years of continuous operation..

Online gambling ads keep slipping through social media filters, and regulators are losing patience A fresh warning from the UK Gambling Commission has pushed Meta back into the conversation around illegal betting promotion, player protection, and platform responsibility Good to Know Illegal gambling ads appeared on Facebook and..

The Philippines has begun allowing Chinese nationals to enter the country visa free for up to 14 days, a policy shift expected to support tourism recovery and increase casino and resort spending in 2026 The Department of Foreign Affairs said Chinese visitors traveling for tourism or business can use the visa free entry starting Friday, January..

A familiar iGaming proposal is back in Albany as lawmakers reset for a new session With major casino licensing decisions now settled, attention is returning to whether New York should allow real money online casino play inside its regulated gaming system Good to Know New York has not legalized iGaming despite multiple attempts The..

New Jersey lawmakers are reopening the sweepstakes casino conversation after last year ban The focus now shifts from prohibition to structure, with a proposal that would pull certain platforms into the existing internet gaming system under state oversight Good to Know A new bill targets dual currency sweepstakes platforms rather than a..

Federal tax treatment for gamblers returned to the spotlight after lawmakers introduced new legislation aimed at reversing a recent change that altered how losses get deducted The proposal arrives after concerns from players, casinos, and tourism leaders who warn the rule creates tax bills disconnected from real gambling results The measure..