Smart Ways to Evaluate New Online Gaming Platforms
The online gaming scene continues to change at a rapid pace, with new platforms emerging regularly to capture players' attention. For enthusiasts looking to try fresh gaming experiences, assessing these newcomers requires more than just a quick look at their homepage.
Gamified Learning Tools Poker Players Are Using Between Sessions
Explore the best gamified tools poker players rely on to boost focus, decision-making, and strategy between games—no real chips required.
Is Mobile Gambling Killing the Desktop Casino?
Over the last decade, gambling has followed the rest of the internet into the palm of our hands. Gambling used to be a desktop-first experience, but now it’s shifted to mobile as phones and tablets have grown more powerful, faster, and easier to use. It’s so convenient to use your phone to play from anywhere that it’s changed how people interact with casino games. Yet some players and operators still cling to the desktop experience. So, is mobile gambling just the new normal, or is it replacing desktops altogether?
Potomac Poker Open Returns to MGM National Harbor August 13-25, 2025
The Potomac Poker Open is going all in at MGM National Harbor, August 13-25. The region’s leading poker tournament is set to take over the premier entertainment destination for 13 days of exciting events and major winnings.
Thailand Bars Cambodian Casino Tourists in Recent Crackdown on Cybercrime
Thailand’s Prime Minister announced heightened measures to crack down on cybercrime that target neighboring Cambodia, including barring travel by casino tourists and cutting internet services to Cambodian military and security agencies.
Six Charged in $1.5M Multi-State Casino Scam Targeting Baccarat Tables
According to charges filed on June 2, the group pulled off similar scams at more than 10 casinos across the country, all of which centered on baccarat.
Rush Street 87-Year-Old Co-Founder Gaming Grudge Against FanDuel, DraftKings Profiled
Neil Bluhm doesn’t need anything. But what he seems to want more than everything else perhaps is revenge against two of the country’s biggest sports betting and online casino companies.
9 Casino Games You Need To Try In 2025
Most gamblers find a game they enjoy and stick to it. But this can really limit your casino experience. There are many classic table games that you may never have considered, as well as game varieties within your favorite genres.
Louisiana Sports Betting Tax Set to Go From 15 Percent to 21 Percent
Louisiana becomes the first state to increase taxes specifically to fund college sports following a recent federal court settlement allowing universities to directly make NIL payments to student-athletes.
The Evolution of Casino Regulations in Canada & What It Means For Players
Canada has had an evolving stance on gambling, with the most significant changes occurring in the 1970s and at the turn of the millennium.
Japan's Boy Band Member Shion Tsurubo Under Probe for Illegal Gambling Online
He is suspected of accessing the K8 online casino site in Japan and potentially faces up to three years in prison as nation seeks to clamp down on activity.
Why We’re All Still Obsessed With the Casino
Casinos have a magnetic pull that lures us in with their bright lights, high stakes, and the intoxicating promise of a win. But over the past few years, something remarkable has happened in this space, and it’s all thanks to technology in the digital age.
How to Stay Safe When Playing at Online Casinos in the US
Gambling911.com has been a trusted voice in online-gaming safety since 2003, delivering expert analysis and up-to-the-minute news. In this guide, our Chief Casino Industry Correspondent, B.E. Delmer, an engineer turned gaming expert, walks you through every step of a secure registration and casino login process, drawing on both technical rigor and a passion for responsible play.
NY Sets Online Betting Record with $248.9M in May
Underlining its grip on the nation’s largest legal betting market, New York crossed the $2 billion mark in total wagers for the third straight month in May, while gross revenue climbed to an all-time high—nudging past the previous peak set earlier this year and landing more than 22% above last May’s return.
The Ancient Game That's Now Spinning for Millions
Spadegaming recently dropped something special - Mahjong Riches, a slot game that takes the classic Chinese tile game and gives it a modern twist. With 3,600 ways to win on an unusual 3-4-5-5-4-3 reel setup, this game breaks the mold of usual Asian-themed slots.
Launching in April 2025, Mahjong Riches runs on a six-reel system that's nothing like the standard slot layout. It keeps the authentic mahjong feel while giving you way more winning chances than traditional slots.
Social Media Influencer Tigrinho Muse Arrested as Part of Gambling Probe
Emilly Kamilly Souza da Silva is one of a few influencers accused of promoting what Brazilian authorities consider to be the illegal online slots game “Musa do Tigrinho” .
What is Slotapalooza and How Can I Take Part?
The famed Circa Casino in Las Vegas has announced an extraordinary slot tournament that is being billed as "the world's largest slot party".
MGM Resorts International Announces MGM Rewards Onboard Earning Benefit at Sea
MGM Rewards members can now earn their way to higher MGM Rewards Tier Status when vacationing at sea with Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises, two leading vacation brands in the Royal Caribbean Group portfolio.
Manuel Ruiz Arrested in Shooting Deaths of Two Outside Bellagio in Vegas
"Through the course of the investigation, detectives identified 41-year-old Manuel Ruiz as the suspect in this case. On June 9, 2025, Ruiz walked into a Henderson Police Station and turned himself in."
Suspect in Bellagio Shooting Deaths of YouTube Influencer and Partner Turns Self in
A shock shooting that left two dead near the famed Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas was captured on YouTube via live streaming.
Shooting Outside Bellagio Leaves Two Dead, Was Live Streamed on YouTube
Police described the shooting as “an isolated incident” and said that a possible suspect has been identified.
Circa Sports Kentucky to Open State's Largest Sportsbook
Known for its sharp lines and appeal to bettors of all kinds, Circa Sports Kentucky is expanding its footprint with the debut of Kentucky’s largest retail sportsbook at The Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs in Franklin.
Networking and Innovation: The Real Value of Attending iGaming Events
Discover how iGaming conferences drive innovation, foster key industry connections, and offer unmatched growth opportunities for professionals and businesses.
Escalante Seeks Full Control of Chumba Casino Parent Company
Escalante already controls 70 percent of Virtual Gaming Worlds, which also owns Global Poker and Lucky Land. He founded the company and helped to build a sweepstakes casino power house now valued at $3.2 billion.
MGM Aria Gets Caught Advertising 'Illegal' Gambling Site
Monkey Tilt's logo appears on an Aria poker table in an episode of PokerGo, a program that is sometimes produced at Aria.
Department of Consumer Protection Gaming Division Announces Settlement With High5Casino
High5Games has agreed to pay nearly $1.5 million as part of the settlement.
How BetMGM Is Raising the Bar for Online Casino Gaming
In a continuously crowded iGaming industry, BetMGM Online Casino has taken action and emerged as a dominant force within the sector. They have achieved this by setting new standards for what gamblers can expect from the online casino sites of today.
Local Casino Winners in LA Area Targeted in Over a Dozen Highway Robberies, According to DOJ
The DOJ complaint cites 15 different incidents with two defendants facing life behind bars.
The Ultimate Guide to Slot Games You Can Play This Month
Slot machine games have become the top-rated online casino games within the online iGaming industry. What once began as a simple mechanical reel game has evolved drastically into a dynamic, visually rich, and feature-packed digital experience.
Crypto Roulette Leverages Blockchain to Improve Online Casino Gameplay
The online casino industry has seen significant changes in recent years - and one of those thrilling revolutions was the incorporation of blockchain technology. This transformation has brought about a great many changes, but a particularly impressive one is the arrival of crypto roulette.
