Illinois Senate President Don Harmon is under fire for accepting a $50,000 donation from a sweepstakes casino operator accused of illegal operations. The company, ARB Interactive, has been ordered to cease operations in the state.
The Catawba Nation has opened the first phase of their $1.2 billion casino in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, with plans for two more casinos in the state. The Kings Mountain Two Kings Casino features 1,350 slot machines, 22 live table games, and a sportsbook.
North Carolina has increased its sports betting tax to 23% and introduced a new 6% tax on prediction markets, requiring a license from the Commodity Futures and Trading Commission.
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is cracking down on influencers who promote illegal gambling websites, including MMA fighter Jamie Mullarkey.
The Argosy VI, a former riverboat casino, has been transformed into an artificial reef off the coast of Alabama. The project aims to create a new marine habitat and attract divers and fishermen.
Pennsylvania's online gaming industry hit a new monthly revenue high in May, with significant gains also seen in New Jersey and Michigan. Online poker, however, continued its downward trend.
The UK Gambling Commission is rolling out Financial Risk Assessments to protect high-spending gamblers in financial difficulty. The first stage triggers at £5,000 net deposit in 24 hours for those aged 25 or older, and £2,500 for those under 25.
In June 2026, Hard Rock Bet Casino players in Michigan struck it rich, winning over $900,000 in jackpots. Four lucky players benefited from the Mega Jackpot system, with the largest single payout being $225,349.
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