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Arizona Governor Bars State Workers from Profiting via Prediction Markets with Inside Knowledge
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has signed an executive order banning state employees from using non-public information to profit from prediction markets, with violations risking dismissal and law enforcement referral. North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has issued a similar order extending existing ethics rules to prediction markets.
Sky River Casino Achieves Key Milestones in Hotel Tower Construction
Sky River Casino has completed foundation pours for both towers of its 300-room hotel expansion in Elk Grove, California, with vertical construction now underway. The project, which includes a pool, spa, event venue, and VIP areas, is expected to increase the city's accommodation supply by over 40%.
SOFTSWISS CISO Evgeny Zaretskov Named to HotTopics Global CISO 100 for 2026
SOFTSWISS Group Chief Security Officer Evgeny Zaretskov has been named to the 2026 HotTopics Global CISO 100, recognizing his leadership in cyber resilience and business transformation. The honor aligns with the company's recent brand repositioning focused on security and trust in regulated markets.
Kansas Casino Revenue Holds Steady in June with Minor Decline
Kansas casino revenue in June was nearly unchanged year-over-year at $34m, with Hollywood Casino leading the market. For the fiscal year ending June 30, total revenue grew 3.1% to $431.6m.
UK Parliamentary Committee Challenges Gambling Commission’s Financial Risk Assessment Evidence
The Culture, Media and Sport Committee has demanded the Gambling Commission provide the evidence and methodology behind its Financial Risk Assessment decision, posing five questions and requesting a response by July 24, as industry stakeholders continue to criticise the lack of consultation and unresolved operational concerns.
EGBA accuses Lithuanian fintech Walletto of enabling illegal gambling payments
The European Gaming and Betting Association has lodged a complaint against Lithuanian fintech Walletto with the Bank of Lithuania, alleging it processes payments for illegal gambling operators. EGBA warns that such payment providers enable the scale of unlicensed gambling and calls for stronger enforcement by regulators and card schemes.
Maryland sports wagering handle climbs nearly 30% year-over-year in June
Maryland's sports betting handle rose 29.6% year-over-year to $523.3m in June, while casino revenue slipped 2.4% from a year ago.
NOVOMATIC Americas appoints Juergen Keller as co-managing director
Juergen Keller has been appointed co-managing director of NOVOMATIC Americas, joining Sabine Stoppel to lead commercial and operational growth in the region. He replaces Jakob Rothwangl, who will focus on strategic expansion in Germany.
EGT Debuts Single-Screen AWP Cabinets in the Netherlands at Casino Hi Five
EGT has installed its first single-screen AWP cabinets in the Netherlands at Casino Hi Five, featuring a 50-inch vertical monitor and the Bonus Prize Collection multigame package, with both operator and players responding positively.
Mohegan Sun unveils star-packed concert series for 30th anniversary
Mohegan Sun will host a two-weekend concert series in October featuring Alanis Morissette, Foo Fighters, John Mayer, Lainey Wilson, and a DJ Cassidy hip-hop revue to mark its 30th anniversary, with tickets going on sale in July.
BGaming adds Train Heist instalment to Johnny Cash slot franchise
BGaming's new Train Heist Johnny Cash slot combines cluster-pays mechanics, cascading reels, and a progressive train-robbery bonus system, offering up to 10,000x stake wins with 97% RTP.
Lio Chi Chong Reappointed as Acting Head of Macau Gaming Regulator
Lio Chi Chong has again been appointed Acting Director of Macau's DICJ following Ng Wai Han's promotion to Secretary for Economy and Finance, marking his second time in the role in under two years.