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Sigma Derby Returns: Classic Mechanical Horse Racing Game Gets Modern Makeover for Downtown Vegas
A newly manufactured Sigma Derby machine, the cult-favorite mechanical horse racing game that dominated Nevada casinos in the 1980s and 1990s, is scheduled to debut at Four Queens on Fremont Street next year with modernized technology.
Prince George's County Commits $215M in Public Bonds to Support Sphere National Harbor
Maryland's Prince George's County has approved $215 million in special obligation bonds to finance the $1.4 billion Sphere entertainment venue adjacent to MGM National Harbor, projecting $63 million in annual local tax revenue.
BetMGM Expands NFL Partnership Into Alberta's iGaming Market
BetMGM has renewed and expanded its Official Sports Betting Partner agreement with the NFL in Canada, now covering both Ontario and Alberta's regulated markets with continued emphasis on responsible gambling.
Resorts World NYC Opens First High-Roller Table Game Room in City History
Resorts World New York City has opened the International Room, a 13,657-square-foot high-limit gaming venue featuring 48 table games and three private salons. The launch marks a significant shift in New York's gaming landscape.
High Roller Technologies Launches ROLR Prediction Market Platform
High Roller Technologies debuted its ROLR prediction market in partnership with Crypto.com, with the company forecasting revenue generation in Q4 2026.
Fanatics Expands Free Player Injury Protection to Full NFL and NBA Game Coverage
Fanatics Sports & Casino has extended its FAIR PLAY Max Pledge injury protection program to cover entire NFL and NBA games at no cost to bettors, automatically protecting eligible player prop wagers.
Hacksaw Gaming Pivots to Prediction Markets as Slot Revenue Growth Slows
Swedish iGaming supplier Hacksaw Group has launched a B2B prediction markets platform, targeting an estimated $1 trillion market by 2030 as its traditional gaming revenue growth decelerates to 11-12% in Q3 2026.
BGaming Expands Halloween Casual Lineup With Aviamasters 2 Halloween Release
BGaming has launched Aviamasters 2 Halloween, a seasonal variant of its popular casual flight game featuring a pumpkin-headed pilot navigating a dark, supernatural setting with familiar mechanics and a 97% RTP.
BC.GAME's BC Engine Surpasses $10 Million in Rewards Six Months After Launch
BC.GAME's native reward mechanism, BC Engine, has distributed over $10 million in BCD tokens to eligible holders since its April 2026 debut, marking rapid adoption across the platform's ecosystem.
BGaming Launches Chicken Halloween Seasonal Game Ahead of October Festivities
BGaming has released Chicken Halloween, a low-volatility casual game featuring costumed chickens with multipliers up to 64x, timed for the autumn season.
Betaro Launches Independent Crypto Slot Data Platform With 8,800 Demos and Live Bet Tracking
A new independent platform aggregates free slot demos, certified RTP data, and real-time performance metrics from 460 million bets across 21 crypto casinos, with no paid placements or casino influence.
Jon Bon Jovi Lottery Scratch-Off Funds Third Community Restaurant in New Jersey
The rock legend is donating his licensing fees from a new $5 New Jersey Lottery scratch-off game to expand his JBJ Soul Kitchen community restaurant initiative, which has served over 250,000 meals since 2011.
FanDuel Launches Lil Wayne Campaign to Showcase Profit Boost Tokens Ahead of NFL Season
FanDuel has rolled out a new commercial featuring rapper Lil Wayne to promote its Profit Boost Tokens and expanded Sportsbook Rewards Club during the 2026 NFL season.
DraftKings Pledges $100K to Ontario Food Banks Through Thanksgiving Betting Campaign
DraftKings will donate $1 per wager placed on its Ontario sportsbook through Thanksgiving weekend, targeting $100,000 in feed assistance as Canadian food bank visits reach record highs.
Latin America iGaming operators need speed and flexibility in platform selection
A new industry playbook examines the technology infrastructure choices operators must navigate when entering Latin America's diverse and fragmented markets.
Wynn UAE Resort Projected to Exceed Revenue Forecasts by Up to 60 Percent
Wolfe Research predicts Wynn Al Marjan Island could generate $1.66 billion in annual gaming revenue when it opens in September 2027, positioning the UAE property as a major earnings driver for the company.
Midnite Secures NFL Betting Partnership in UK and Ireland Through 2029
Midnite has replaced Paddy Power as the NFL's official sports betting partner across the UK and Ireland in a three-year deal that includes prominent Sky Sports broadcast integration and activation rights around international fixtures.
Entain Expands New Zealand Footprint Ahead of 2027 Online Casino Market Launch
Entain has launched BlackRush, a new online casino brand in New Zealand via its Gibraltar license, positioning itself to capitalize on the country's upcoming regulated iGaming market opening in 2027.
IGT Launches Queen-Branded Video Slot Machine at G2E
International Game Technology debuted the first official Queen slot machine at the Global Gaming Expo, marking the company's first licensed band product rather than single-artist game.
Novig Prediction Market Valued at $2 Billion After CFTC Approval Boost
Sports prediction exchange Novig concluded a financing round valuing it at $2 billion, quadrupling its valuation in under eight months following its June regulatory approval.
Alberta Sportsbooks Launch NFL Season With 28+ Regulated Operators Live
Alberta's newly regulated online sports betting market opened for the 2026 NFL season on July 13, with over two dozen licensed operators and 4.7 million customers placing bets on the Patriots-Seahawks Week 1 matchup.
DraftKings Secures Exclusive NHL on Prime Sponsorship Across Canadian Markets
DraftKings has become the exclusive sportsbook and online casino sponsor for Wednesday Night Hockey on Prime Video, covering the 2026-27 NHL regular season and select Stanley Cup playoff games across Canada.
Crypto Casino BetBolt Pays $1.6M for Naming Rights to Content Creator's Newborn
A cryptocurrency casino platform has reportedly won an online auction to name a newborn child after its brand, drawing criticism over the commercialization of a child's identity and questions about the legitimacy of the deal.
Insomniac to Revitalize Historic Las Vegas Rock Venue with $30M Investment
Clark County and electronic music promoter Insomniac are partnering to restore the Sahara Event Center, a historic rock music landmark that hosted Led Zeppelin, Bob Marley, and the Grateful Dead.
Las Vegas Sphere Debuts Enhanced Wizard of Oz Experience with Animatronics and Multisensory Effects
The Las Vegas Sphere is rolling out significant upgrades to its Wizard of Oz immersive theater experience, including animatronic flying monkeys, enhanced scents, and additional special effects designed to deepen audience immersion.
Genius Sports Launches Prediction.com to Unify Market Data and Live Sports Feeds
Genius Sports debuted Prediction.com, an affiliate platform aggregating prediction market pricing across multiple exchanges while integrating official sports data and live streaming. The move follows the company's $1.2 billion Legend acquisition and recent partnerships with Polymarket and Kalshi.
Boracay Gets First Casino After Years of Duterte Opposition
Kaban Hotel and Casino soft-opens on Boracay this week, marking the first gaming venue on the Philippine island after former President Rodrigo Duterte blocked a $550 million casino project in 2017.
BetMGM Extends North American Reach With Minnesota Vikings Partnership in Canada
BetMGM has secured a multi-year sports betting and online casino partnership with the Minnesota Vikings, marking the operator's latest expansion into Canadian regulated markets.
Discovery Channel's 'Secret Life of a Vegas Casino' Debuts Behind-the-Scenes Golden Nugget Access
Discovery Channel's new unscripted series offers unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to Golden Nugget's operations, marking the first major network production at the downtown Las Vegas property since 2004.
Codere Online Named Official NFL Sportsbook Partner in Mexico Through 2027
Codere Online has secured a multi-year partnership with the NFL, gaining official sportsbook designation in Mexico and sponsorship rights for the 2026 Mexico City game and Super Bowl LXI.