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February 23, 2026

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arrowFrank Scoblete: Stretch your bankroll

Stretch your bankroll
Casinos are built to take your money, but Scoblete explains that there are certain strategies that can help you can stay in the action longer and give your bankroll a better shot at survival.  read more
 

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Harrah's Oklahoma to open on 9 April

In partnership with the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, the property in Chandler, OK will feature a casino floor, multiple dining venues, and plans for a future on-site hotel and entertainment space.  read more
Harrah’s Oklahoma to open on 9 April
 

CASINO News

CASINO

TWiG: Holographic shows in Las Vegas

Could holograms remake Las Vegas entertainment? In this video, we're looking at past, present, and future holographic shows and projects headed to Sin City.  read more

Polymarket receives warning from Ksa

The Netherlands Gambling Authority ordered Polymarket to immediately stop offering unlicensed games of chance, warning that failure to comply could result in fines of €420,000 per week.  read more

Kalshi vs. Nevada: A legal showdown

Gambling law expert I. Nelson Rose discusses how Kalshi faces a high-stakes battle as Nevada moves to shut down its sports prediction market and the Trump Administration steps in on its behalf.  read more

Happy Valley Casino launches Countdown to Opening

Participants simply complete a brief contact information form and play a game for a chance to win free slot play prizes ranging from $10 to $100 for when the Pennsylvania casino officially opens this spring.  read more

23 charged over New Zealand pokie proceeds fraud

Twenty three people have been charged following an investigation by the Department of Internal Affairs into a network of community organizations, dishonestly used to obtain gaming machine grant funds worth over $3 million.  read more

SPORTS News

SPORTS

Westgate Las Vegas brings back Hoops Central

From 19-21 March, guests can catch every game in a first-come, first-serve atmosphere at the International Bar and world-famous SuperBook.  read more

Arizona sports betting figures drop in December

The $822 million wagered on sports and events in December 2025, represents an approximate 3% decrease year-over-year when compared to December of 2024.  read more

March Madness to take over Plaza Hotel and Casino

From 19-21 March, the Downtown Las Vegas resort will host viewing parties in its showroom for multi-game action with a 24-foot video wall.  read more

Michigan online sports betting shows slight decline

The online sports betting handle totaled $491.3 million in January 2026, a 4.2% decrease from December 2025.  read more

Novig to build a trader-first sports prediction market

The U.S.-based trading platform announced the close of a $75 million Series B round led by Pantera Capital, bringing Novig's total capital raised to more than $105 million.  read more

Racecourse Media brings in-play betting to Irish horse racing

The group successfully integrated the service into the offering of Entain’s Ladbrokes and Coral sportsbooks, William Hill, and BV Group’s five brands, including its flagship platform, BetVictor.  read more

Tabcorp pays $158,400 penalty

An Australian Communications and Media Authority investigation found Tabcorp accepted 426 in-play bets across 32 tennis matches between February 2024 and June 2025, in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.  read more

SLOTS News

SLOTS

Foxwoods slot revenue decreases in January

The Connecticut casino reported a slot revenue of $28.6 million for January 2026, a decrease from the $29.9 million reported in December.  read more

Palms Casino Resort awards $600k slot win

A Las Vegas resident was playing a Whitney Houston slot on 15 February when the $609,346 Platinum Bonus Jackpot was struck.  read more

Three guests claim big wins at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

The biggest win of the three jackpots came from a Huff N Puff slot machine when a player won $17,380 at the Las Vegas casino.  read more

LOTTERY News

LOTTERY

New Millionaire for Life game ready for New York

Launching yesterday, the new game boasts a top prize of $1 million a year for life and the second-tier prize of $100,000 a year for life.  read more

ENTERTAINMENT News

ENTERTAINMENT

Jerry Seinfeld returning to Coachella Valley

The comedy legend will bring his humor to The Show at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage on 6 June.  read more

Cheap Trick brings tour to Beau Rivage

With more than 40 international Gold and Platinum certifications, the band will stake the stage at the Biloxi resort on 7 March.  read more

Palms Casino Resort to host Juanes

The 29-time GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY Award–winning icon announced his World Tour, consisting of 29 U.S. dates, will be making a Las Vegas stop on 10 October.  read more

Wet Leg confirmed to perform at Mohegan Sun

The Indie Rock group from the Isle of Wight will take the stage at the Connecticut resort on 14 June.  read more

Nikki Glaser to take center stage at Thunder Valley

The Golden Globe-nominated comedian and host will perform at The Venue inside the California resort on 25 September.  read more

Did You Know
Did You Know?
Last week, DraftKings and FanDuel submitted applications to offer mobile sports betting in Arkansas through partnerships with the state’s casinos, pending approval by the Arkansas Racing Commission, according to a report by Gambling.com.
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