Houston Rockets Owner Poised to Buy Caesars for $7 Billion

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Caesars shares shot up nearly 5% on the news.
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Lawsuit Filed Against Washington State-Based Game Developer Valve Over Unlawful Gambling Through its Loot Box System

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The contents within these boxes have real-world monetary value, and they “employ the same psychological mechanisms” that casinos use, according to the suit filed by Washington law firm Hagens Berman.
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How Casino Operators Are Expanding Their Live Dealer Game Libraries

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The world of live dealer casino gaming has come a long way. From a small selection of blackjack tables and a roulette wheel coming from a single studio, the industry has now become one of the most exciting areas of the iGaming sector.
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The Evolution of Online Casino Games Over the Last Decade

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In the world of online entertainment, no other avenue has enjoyed such a rapid rise to success than online casino play with the development of digital casino recreations accelerating over recent years.
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Interac in Canada: How a Homegrown Payment Method Became a Digital Finance Staple

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Canada’s financial landscape has undergone dramatic transformations over recent decades. Among these evolutions, one story stands out: the rise of Interac.
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Online Gambling and Technology: Digital Tools Evolve

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Online gambling has always moved at the same pace as the gadgets in players’ pockets. What began as simple pixelated slots in the 1990s is now a sprawling digital playground that fits on a phone screen.
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The Payout Revolution: Why 2026 is the Year the 'Wait' Finally Died in iGaming

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For over a decade, the greatest friction point in the online gambling world wasn't the odds or the game variety, it was the withdrawal button. In the "Old Guard" era of iGaming, players were often forced to navigate a labyrinth of KYC documents, pending periods, and 3-to-5-day banking delays.
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Affilions and StarCrown Partners Not Paying Affiliates: Also Deemed as 'Predatory'

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Golden Star Casino, Golden Crown Casino and Spinfest are partner casino sites.
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Online Gamblers Report Turning 40,000 Rewards Points Into Huge Payouts at Bovada Casino

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The bonus points at Bovada's online casino (including Ignition) are really paying out, according to those on Reddit.
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1win Arranges Private Charter Flights for VIP Clients Leaving the UAE Amid Aviation Disruptions

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As aviation disruptions continue in the Gulf region following reports of a drone strike near Dubai International Airport, global crypto platform 1win has organized a private evacuation operation for its VIP clients currently in the United Arab Emirates.
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Platin Casino Targets Spanish Market With New Platform And Local Payment Options

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When Platin Casino decided to step into the Spanish market, it wasn't just about launching another online gaming platform. They aimed to understand the local nuances and tailor their offerings to fit the unique needs of Spanish players. I've seen brands attempt similar expansions without much success, often because they didn't invest the time to localize effectively. Platin Casino, however, seems to be taking a different approach.

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Why Canadian Players Are Flocking to Online Casinos with Instant Withdrawals

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Casinos that offer instant withdrawals are becoming the preferred choice, not because they are flashy, but because they give players immediate access to their winnings.
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Is AI About to Blow Up the Casino Affiliate Model? Meet the Tool Already Trying

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A Malta-listed company called Marlin Media has just launched marvn.ai, a conversational AI search engine designed specifically for online casino players. It does not work like a comparison site.
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New FoxSlots Casino Review

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Our team analysed FoxSlots casino, a new online gambling platform that started operating in 2025. It offers various thrilling entertainment options, including classic slot machines, video slots with innovative mechanics, instant-win games, and table games in different formats.
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Upcoming Slot Game and Online Casino Awards in 2026 to Look Out For

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Throughout the early months of each year, the global online gambling business often comes together at various events to celebrate the very best of its achievements across the previous 12 months.
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Discover Why Canadian Players Prefer Interac for Online Casino Transactions

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You already use Interac to pay friends, split rent or move money between accounts. Now it is the backbone of Canadian online casino deposits as well. With billions wagered in Ontario every year, the question is simple: which payment method keeps up?
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Spree Sweepstakes Casino Returns to Alabama, Georgia

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The decision comes as a handful of U.S. states have passed laws - or are in the process of doing so - that would prevent sweepstakes casinos from operating.
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Is The Federal Government Legalizing Gambling by Another Name?

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The battle for prediction market supremacy has reached a fever pitch. While the casino slots of the world have spent decades fighting for state-by-state approvals, a new legal battle began in February 2026 that could rewrite the American gambling rulebook.
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Hitbet Sportsbook Review: Turkey’s International Platform Covering 50+ Sports

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Hitbet has emerged as one of Turkey’s prominent international sportsbooks, offering betting options across more than 50 sports and catering to a wide range of player preferences in the competitive online gambling market.
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Kiwi Casino Culture: How Online Gambling Is Evolving in New Zealand

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More than $750 million is already flowing offshore from New Zealand’s online casino players each year. Now the government plans to cap the market at 15 licences and tax it at 12%.
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How the Sweepstakes Model Created a Billionaire Without a U.S. Gambling License

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VGW, the company behind Chumba Casino, LuckyLand Slots and Global Poker, grew its business using a promotional sweepstakes structure that sits outside the standard U.S. iGaming framework.
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British Columbia Has Created a New Gambling Regulator to Oversee Online Casinos and Tackle Money Laundering

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The thing that you need to know about the online casino market is that it is ever-growing. No matter where you look, it's clear to see the numbers of this market rising steadily, if not exponentially.
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Chumba Casino Founder Hit With Fresh Set of Drug-Related Allegations

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Australian billionaire and founder of some of the biggest names in sweepstakes casinos is now facing a fresh set of drug-related charges following his arrest for domestic abuse last month.
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Bloomberg Businessweek Claims Major Discrepancies With Stake.com Streamer Outcomes: Company Balks at Claims

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Videos of influencers hitting it big on Stake.com are all over the internet. But at least some of those wins are statistically unlikely, a Bloomberg analysis showed.
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Casiny – Understanding Casino Bonus Types and How to Use Them Effectively

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Bonuses are an integral part of the online casino experience, offering added value to players while exploring new games. Casiny provides a range of promotional offers designed to enhance gameplay and engagement.
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B2Tech to Present at SiGMA Africa 2026 in Cape Town, Showcasing Its Integrated Betting Ecosystem

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B2Tech will present at SiGMA Africa 2026 from 3–5 March 2026. The company’s participation reflects ongoing growth across regulated African jurisdictions and its focus on delivering an integrated framework....
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Gambling Bills in Hawaii Stall

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One of the few US states that prohibits nearly every form of gambling, Hawaii, will apparently maintain the status quo.
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The Most Friendly.... And Unfriendly.... Gambling Countries in Europe for 2026

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If you live or plan on visiting Europe this year, some nations are more friendly towards gambling than others. We explore both the embracing of land-based and online casino gambling.
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How Licensed Operators Are Using Slot Portfolio Strategy To Win Market Share in Canada

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In Canada’s regulated iGaming race, slots are the market-share weapon. Here’s how licensed operators build portfolios that convert and retain.
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These Casino Games Are Widely Considered Among the Most Popular in Ireland as We Kick Off 2026

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Ireland has long played a special role ever since the advent of online gambling. Some of the most prominent brands in the sector called Ireland home since the early 2000's.
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