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Virginia commercial casinos report $92.1m in June revenue, up 17.3% year-on-year
Virginia's five commercial casinos generated $92.1m in June 2026 revenue, up 17.3% year-on-year, driven by two new venues. Sports betting AGR for May 2026 fell 6.8% to $63.3m.
Kalshi Files to Expand Flight Delay Contracts to All US Airports
Kalshi has asked the CFTC to let it offer flight-delay and cancellation contracts for all US airports, using data from FlightAware and the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, while also facing a separate regulatory standoff in Michigan.
West Africa Gaming Summit and Francophone Event to Co-Locate in Dakar This October
The SBWA+ Summit and GEFA event will be held jointly in Dakar from October 14-16, featuring the Eventus Awards and a focus on regulatory reform, technology, and investment across Africa's gaming sector.
Ex-NBA Player Ed Davis Pleads Not Guilty in Prop Betting Case as Silver Backs Sports Betting Czar
Retired NBA player Ed Davis has pleaded not guilty to federal charges for allegedly facilitating a loan used to influence Malik Beasley's performance, as NBA Commissioner Adam Silver endorses a federal sports betting czar to address widespread integrity concerns across major leagues.
CFTC Blocks Kalshi From Voiding Michigan Trades Despite State Court Order
The CFTC denied Kalshi's bid to cancel trades in Michigan, asserting federal authority over state court orders, while Michigan's attorney general continues to enforce state gambling laws against the prediction market operator.
Federal Judge Dismisses City of Hitchcock's Bid to Recover $721,000 Seized in Gambling Probe
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by the City of Hitchcock against the Galveston County Sheriff's Office over the seizure of $721,000, ruling that one governmental entity cannot sue another under Section 1983. The funds were taken during a probe into alleged illegal gambling operations linked to eight-liner machines, and the city claims the money came from lawful tax revenue, not licensing fees.
Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Advances Naskila Resort & Casino Plans with Dual Architectural Partnerships
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas is developing a major casino resort on its reservation, with phases opening in late 2028 featuring 3,400 electronic bingo machines and a 366-room hotel, and has worked with both FFK.R and JCJ Architecture at different stages.
AMLA Launches Consultation on AML Risk Standards for Gambling Operators
The European Union's Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) has opened a consultation, running until September 27, on draft Regulatory Technical Standards for risk-based supervision of gambling operators and other non-financial sectors, seeking feedback on sector-specific rules and implementation costs.
New York Judge Allows FanDuel Founder’s Valuation Lawsuit Against Private Equity Backers to Proceed
A New York judge has allowed FanDuel co-founder Nigel Eccles and over 100 former shareholders to proceed with their lawsuit alleging that the company's board deliberately undervalued FanDuel during its 2018 merger, enriching private equity backers while wiping out common shareholders.
Dutch KSA Targets Unlawful Gambling Ads in Mobile Games
The KSA is cracking down on illegal gambling advertisements in mobile gaming apps, according to a report from Global Gaming Insider, though further details were not available.
Gamified football manager tool redefines sportsbook retention strategies
Soft2Bet's MEGA11 gamification engine uses a football manager game to boost sportsbook retention, delivering significant uplifts in net gaming revenue and player engagement by turning downtime between fixtures into active progression.
England-Argentina Semi-Final: Betting Markets Brace for High-Stakes Showdown
Betting markets highlight a 20% chance of a red card and 21% chance of penalties in the England-Argentina World Cup semi-final, with Sky Bet and Paddy Power offering England at 13/8 and Argentina at 2/1.