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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.
NBA Gambling Scandal: Shane Hennen Pleads Guilty and Cooperates with FBI
A major breakthrough occurs in the NBA betting investigation as central figure Shane Hennen pleads guilty. He now faces sentencing on December 8 and may expose 34 co-defendants.
Illinois Gambling Boom: Video Lottery Terminals Reach Record $2.97 Billion in Wagers
Illinois video lottery terminals saw impressive growth in June, with total wagers hitting $2.97 billion and revenues rising to $275.5 million.
Las Vegas Strip sees slight revenue dip in June despite strong half-year performance
Gaming revenue on the Las Vegas Strip fell by 1 percent to 330.3 million dollars in June, although the first half of 2026 remains ahead of previous years.
Nevada Sportsbooks Rebound: Handle Hits $578.6 Million Amid World Cup Fever
Nevada’s sports betting market bounced back in June with a total handle of $578.6 million. Major events like the World Cup and NBA Finals drove a 16.5% year-over-year increase.
Better Markets Slams US Regulator Over Controversial Event Betting Proposal
The organization Better Markets warns that the CFTC’s plan to allow event contracts could lead to rampant insider betting, citing cases involving Google and the White House.
Las Vegas 2026: Convention Surge Offsets Lackluster World Cup Tourism
Despite a weak boost from the World Cup, Las Vegas maintains its 2026 pace thanks to a 25.8% jump in convention attendance and strong baccarat revenue.
The Influence of Trainwreckstv: Gambling Streams and the Rise of Kick
Tyler Niknam claims to have earned $360 million through gambling sponsorships. His shift to Kick marked a major disruption in the global streaming industry.
ClearStake Fights AI Fraud in Financial Documents with Document Intelligence
On July 28, 2026, ClearStake launched a tool to detect AI-generated fraudulent documents. The software provides automated data assessments within seconds.
Dr. Laila Mintas Plans 365Prediction: Event Contracts as a Trillion-Dollar Market
Former iGaming executive Laila Mintas targets the US prediction market with 365Prediction, citing a potential market size of $1 trillion by 2030.
Judge Blocks Minnesota's Prediction Market Ban, Defying Congressional Intent
A federal judge has halted Minnesota's attempt to ban event contracts. The ruling allows platforms like Kalshi to operate despite warnings from former Senator Chris Dodd.
NFL Challenges US Regulator Over Weak Prediction Market Safeguards
The NFL has criticized the CFTC's proposed rules for prediction markets, demanding stricter bans on manipulable contracts as $30 billion is wagered on the league annually.
Kalshi Threatens Legal Action Over Netflix Prediction Market Documentary
Prediction market giant Kalshi alleges Netflix's new documentary features false information, potentially misleading 320 million viewers.
Las Vegas Strip Revenue Dips as High Rollers Favor World Cup Events
Gaming revenue on the Las Vegas Strip fell 1.4% to $754.6 million in June, a decline linked by analysts to high-stakes baccarat players traveling for the World Cup.
BetMGM Forced to Adjust EBITDA Timeline Due to Prediction Market Growth
BetMGM has revised its target for $500m in adjusted EBITDA beyond 2027, citing competitive pressure from US prediction markets and regulatory hurdles.