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From Mechanical Reels to Digital Worlds: The Story of Slots

Slot machines have become one of the most recognizable and enduring forms of entertainment in the world of gaming. From their mechanical origins to today’s immersive digital experiences, slots have evolved while keeping the same core appeal: simplicity, excitement, and the thrill of chance.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Sat, 01/31/2026 - 14:21

Casinos in New Zealand: Locations, Distribution, and Regional Impact

New Zealand is home to approximately 5.33 million people, and 60% of its population has participated in some form of gambling being a national lottery, sports betting, or casino gaming.

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 01/30/2026 - 15:43

Top Trending: Chris Dudley, Tennessee Speaker, Arkansas's Prediction Market Stance, More

The Yasiel Puig sports betting trial continues to captivate Gambling911.com readers with three of the top five search queries pertaining to the one-time Dodgers super star.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 23:11

China Executes 11 Individuals Tied to Online Gambling Scam

China executes 11 tied to online gambling scam

China executed 11 people it found guilty of killing 14 Chinese citizens and running scam and gambling operations worth more than $1 billion, authorities said.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 15:15

$12 Vegas Hotel Rooms in January? Sin City Desperate

Las Vegas is finally getting back to offering value. Granted, this might be pushing things just a bit.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 21:45

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek - February 2026 Promotions & Entertainment

Casino is offering $30,000 Free Play Drawings + 2026 BMW® X6 xDrive40i Drawings

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 15:22

Plug Pulled on Doomed Artari Hotel Project in Vegas

Rendering of an Atari Hotel with plug being pulled

Details of the project first emerged in 2020 and a construction timeline was established just last month before word came this week that there will be no Atari Hotel.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 13:35

Detroit Rapper Xzibit Teams Up With Spree Sweepstakes Casino

The move follows sweeps casinos Wow Vegas employing socialite Paris Hilton as its brand ambassador, and rapper Drake as the face of Stake.us

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 11:29

Finland’s 2027 Gambling Licence Reform: A Market on the Brink of Change

Finland is preparing for one of the most significant regulatory shifts in its gambling history. After decades of operating under a state monopoly, the country is moving toward a licensed online gambling system set to launch in 2027.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 09:33

Are Online Casinos Replacing Traditional Venues? Here’s What You Need to Know

Online gaming has grown massively over the past decade, and it's changed how people approach casino games.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 09:05

Crypto.Casino Launches to Bring Transparency and Trust to Crypto Casinos

Crypto.Casino, a new independent review and feedback platform, today announced the official launch of its website, designed to help players navigate the crypto casino space with greater confidence, transparency, and trust.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 01/26/2026 - 11:49

These Las Vegas Casinos Look to Lure Canadian Tourists With Canadian Dollars at Par with U.S. Currency

Canadian gambler in Circa Casino with face blurred

Circa Resort and Casino, the D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Hotel and Casino made the announcement this past week per their social media pages.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sun, 01/25/2026 - 10:37

The Development of the Slovenian Gambling Market in 2026

Despite its relatively low population of just over 2 million, Slovenia is one of Europe's hottest gambling markets as we enter 2026.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 01/23/2026 - 12:12

Snoop Dogg Enters Another Market with Dogg House Casino

Snoop Dogg’s newest venture isn’t a new studio album or headlining a world tour. The rapper and entrepreneur has stepped into the free-to-play online casino space with the launch of Dogg House Casino

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 01/23/2026 - 10:16

Top-Rated Canada Casino Sites and the Changing Canadian Online Gambling Landscape

If you have ever waited days for a withdrawal that was supposed to be instant, or paused mid-deposit, wondering whether the site you are using is even legal in Canada, you already understand the frustration. I hear it constantly. One list says a casino is fully approved, another warns you to stay away, and somehow they all claim to be “top-rated.” I know how messy this feels because I have spent years digging through Canada’s online gambling market myself. After tracking payout speeds, regulatory shifts, and player complaints across dozens of platforms, one thing became clear.

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 01/21/2026 - 15:49

Top Trending: Riot Outside of Bellagio Goes Viral

Gambling911.com saw 186,214 impressions for Sunday and, remarkably, it wasn't an NFL game that topped the chart.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 01/19/2026 - 23:02

States Step Up Efforts to Regulate Sweepstake-Style Online Gambling

The growth of the sweepstakes casino model has drawn lawmakers, regulators and industry analysts into debate about how to treat a model that behaves like gambling but sits outside most state casino statutes.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Mon, 01/19/2026 - 12:05

11 Arrested Outside Bellagio Following Massive Overnight Disturbance

Las Vegas Police arrested 11 people outside the famed Bellagio Hotel and Casino during the early morning hours of Saturday January 18. One officer was hit by a thrown item but no injuries occurred. Few additional details were available as of Monday morning.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sun, 01/18/2026 - 12:22

Online Casino Side Games Quietly Change How Players Manage Poker Session Downtime

Poker has never been nonstop. There have always been pauses built into the game. Hands end quickly. Tables break.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 01/14/2026 - 22:01

Online Casino Advances in 2026: AI Will Continue Center Stage

Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we do things. The gaming sector has also employed AI technology with enhancements anticipated in 2026.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Mon, 01/12/2026 - 12:20

Gambling 911 Exclusive: PETA Rips Casino Over Horse Abuse

Also condemned ESPN for proposal airing of bull fights.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Fri, 01/09/2026 - 18:51

Online Gaming Safety Tips

Hackers, scams, and oversharing of personal information can ruin your experience if you’re not careful. Taking small, practical steps can help you enjoy your games without worry.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 01/09/2026 - 12:55

Maine to Become the 8th US State to Legalize Online Casino Gambling

Maine Governor Janet Mills said on Thursday she would permit a bill granting exclusive rights to the state’s federally recognised tribes allowing Internet casino gambling to become law without her signature.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Fri, 01/09/2026 - 09:25

The Evolution of Live Dealer Roulette: Why It's Dominating Online Casinos in 2026

Live dealer roulette has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the mid-2000s. What started as a novelty — grainy streams with limited camera angles and occasional lag — has evolved into one of the most sophisticated and immersive experiences in online gambling.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 01/08/2026 - 09:12

Top Trending: John Harbaugh to Coach Which NFL Team Next Odds

Gambling911.com saw 128,113 impressions on Tuesday, 119,396 the day before. Much of this came courtesy of that viral video showing an agitated horse being paraded through a casino.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 01/07/2026 - 20:56

Popular Gaming Platform Roblox Under Fire By Hochul Administration in New York

“In certain games, there’s features that entice kids to gamble their parents’ money,” Hochul claimed.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 01/07/2026 - 12:50

Sweepstakes Casino Ban Mulled in Indiana

House Bill 1052, introduced by Rep. Ethan Manning, is more broad in nature.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 01/07/2026 - 12:30

Woman Robs Chick-fil-a, Uses Ill-Gotten Funds to Gamble at Casino, Then Crashes Into Patrol Cars

Kaudija Shondrelle Haynes, 32, of Birmingham, Alabama is in custody after allegedly holding up a Chick-fil-a- drive-in-employee. She is facing multiple charges.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 01/07/2026 - 10:42

Spinbet Casino Market Position in New Zealand Digital Economy

Digital gambling isn’t just a passing trend in New Zealand’s online landscape; it has muscled in as a real presence. Once, most gambling happened in physical venues. But after 2020, with reliable broadband in nearly every home and smartphones becoming the go-to for payments and quick bets, things changed.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Wed, 01/07/2026 - 10:15