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Ask the Slot Expert: The RNG does not directly determine how much is won
July 8, 2026

Question: Something interesting always pops up with the questions you get. I just wanted to add my opinion to what you answered [last week]. If the screens the questioner showed you were losers...

John Robison

Ask the Slot Expert: Slot machine synchronicity
July 1, 2026

Question: Attached is a picture of two Wolf Run Wild Moon slots, identical machines next to each other on the same bank. My husband was playing the machine on the left; I was playing on the right...

John Robison

Ask the Slot Expert: Where have all the gurus gone?
June 24, 2026

Question: I really enjoy reading your articles. Your style of writing makes me feel that I am playing the games you are describing in your columns. I've noticed lately that the other columnis...

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Legal News

Arizona issues cease-and-desist orders to multiple operators
July 13, 2026

The enforcement actions to BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt, and Raffle Creator allege conduct giving rise to the following felonies: promotion of gambling, illegal control of an enterprise, and money laundering.

Aussie court imposes $24M in illegal gambling fines
July 7, 2026

Australia's Federal Court ordered more than $24.2 million in penalties against the operators and promoters of the online poker platforms PPPfish, Shuffle Gaming and Redraw Poker for breaching the country's interactive gambling laws.

Betfred fined by the UKGC
July 1, 2026

The online gambling business will pay £900,000 as a result of social responsibility failures.

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Financial News

Virginia Lottery releases May 2026 sports wagering activity report
July 2, 2026

In May, account holders in the Commonwealth wagered $581,335,802 and won $513,697,356 from those bets.

Online casino takes over in Denmark
July 1, 2026

In 2025, Danes’ spending on online casino surpassed their spending on lotteries for the first time. Until now, lotteries had been the clear favorite, according to the Danish Gambling Authority’s report.

Axom secures $2.4 million investment from the Capricorn Group
June 25, 2026

Axom is a predictive intelligence company focused on helping operators maximize player value through advanced AI-driven decisioning.

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Gaming News

Silver Strike slot machines at the Plaza Hotel & Casino to offer new coins
July 13, 2026

Beginning this month, the Las Vegas casino’s Silver Strike machines will dispense new $20 silver-clad coins to winners betting $1.50.

BetMGM Poker Championship announces winner
July 13, 2026

The BetMGM Poker Championship at Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas concluded with Josh Mammen defeating Erik Eisen in heads-up play following a rare five-way deal at the 5 July final table.

Four Winds Ventures appoints Kathy George as its CEO
July 11, 2026

Kathy George has more than 30 years of experience driving operational excellence in the hospitality industry including customer service, gaming, hotels, food and beverage, and retail.

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Online Gaming News

Pragmatic Play enters newly regulated Alberta market
July 13, 2026

Pragmatic Play’s portfolio of slots, including recent releases Fury of Anubis and Big Bass Blast, alongside the popular Gates of Olympus series, is now certified in the province.

Arizona issues cease-and-desist orders to multiple operators
July 13, 2026

PENN Entertainment goes live in Alberta
July 13, 2026

The company announced the launch of TheScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino in Alberta, as well as theScore Casino and Hollywood Casino, further expanding the company’s Canadian online gaming footprint

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Gaming Life News

$120,123 jackpot at Thunder Valley Casino Resort
July 10, 2026

The winner took home $120,123 after being dealt five aces in Pai Gow at the California casino.

Eagles add more shows to Sphere residency
July 9, 2026

EAGLES - LIVE IN CONCERT AT SPHERE is now the longest-running residency at the Las Vegas Strip venue now with 68 shows in total.

Mohegan Sun reveals star-studded 30th anniversary lineup
July 9, 2026

The Connecticut casino will celebrate in October with two weekends of concerts featuring Alanis Morissette, Foo Fighters, John Mayer, Lainey Wilson and DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic Live!, with more events to be announced.

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Casino Opening and Remodeling News

Dan Ippolito

Casino City’s Friday Five: Alberta iGaming, insider trading ban and jackpot edition
July 10, 2026

iGaming is set to launch on Monday in Alberta and many big-name operators are ready to go.

Caesars debuts new Lake Tahoe casino resort
July 7, 2026

Last night's grand opening marks the conclusion of a sweeping, multi-phased transformation of the former Harveys Lake Tahoe.

Dan Ippolito

Top 10 casino openings and expansions for July 2026
July 6, 2026

There are resorts that fall under the category of constantly improving, so here, we take a look at 10 openings and expansions that have been announced since our last edition.

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Gaming Industry Executives News

Four Winds Ventures appoints Kathy George as its CEO
July 11, 2026

Kathy George has more than 30 years of experience driving operational excellence in the hospitality industry including customer service, gaming, hotels, food and beverage, and retail.

AGA announces Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2026
July 7, 2026

The inductees include: Holly Gagnon, Board Member, Bragg Gaming Group, Bill G. Lance, Jr., Secretary of State, Chickasaw Nation, Scott Olive, Principal & Founder, HRG Studios, and Timothy J. Wilmott, Retired Chief Executive Officer, PENN Entertainment.

Gamblers Connect welcomes Vladimir Mihailovski to Contributors Program
July 7, 2026

The Contributors Program brings together industry practitioners from across the iGaming sector to share insights and perspectives with Gamblers Connect's B2B audience.

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