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Teen Arrested in Las Vegas Casino Cyberattack That Crippled MGM and Caesars
Las Vegas is used to teenagers trying to sneak into nightclubs, not casinos’ computer systems. Yet police say one teen played hacker instead of poker, and the stakes could not have been higher. Back in 2023, MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment were blindsided by cyberattacks that shut down slot machines, froze hotel check-ins, and even […]
Chicago Backs VGTs as Illinois Online Casino Legalization Remains Out of Reach
After years of saying “not in our house,” Chicago is finally opening the door to video gambling terminals (VGTs). On Tuesday, the City Council’s License and Consumer Protection Committee voted 8 to 6 to let certain businesses install the machines. The timing is no accident. The Windy City is staring down a $1.15 billion budget deficit, and […]
Pennsylvania Senators Float New Skill Game Plan With Monthly Fees
Pennsylvania lawmakers are debating two competing approaches to regulating skill games — one with a flat monthly fee, another with a high tax.
Caesars Debuts Signature American Roulette for Online Players
Caesars launches Signature American Roulette, a digital-first take on the classic game with customization, mobile play, and exclusive access.
MGM and Caesars Expect $300M in Tax Savings Via One Big Beautiful Bill
The “One Big Beautiful Bill,” is set to provide over $300 million in tax savings for casino giants like MGM and Caesars, while its controversial cap on gambling loss deductions sparks an outcry from professional gamblers.
Chicago Reconsiders Video Gambling: Proposals Aim to Bring VGTs to Airports and Citywide
Chicago may finally embrace video gambling as aldermen propose legalizing VGTs at O’Hare, Midway, and citywide.
California Advances Bill to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos, Proposing Fines and Jail Time
California has been going back and forth on how to handle sweepstakes casinos, but things just got serious. This past Tuesday, Assembly Bill 831 got a green light from the Senate Public Safety Committee to specifically outlaw sweepstakes casinos. This means if it becomes law, operating those pseudo-casino games could land you in real trouble, so think […]
FAIR BET Act Stalls as Senate Republicans Pushe Back on Gambling Deduction Repeal
The FAIR BET Act and Senate Bill 2330 aim to restore the 100% gambling loss deduction that was removed from Donald Trump’s tax bill.
Maryland Casinos See Year-Over-Year Decrease in June Revenue
Maryland’s six casinos saw June 2025 revenue fall 1.4% year-over-year to $160.6 million, with MGM National Harbor and Live! leading the dip.