Visa appears to be cutting ties with German-facing online gambling operators in a move that's throwing that market into chaos. But, so far, there appears to be no consistent policy behind the move. ... Read more

UK betting shops were cleared for a June 15 reopening in time to, hopefully, take advantage of the June 16 Royal Ascot races. Will UK consumers be ready to step out of their homes for gambling? ... Read more

Aristocrat, the Australian owner of social gaming giant Big Fish Games has reached an out-of-court settlement in its Washington State case. The question regarding games of chance vs. skill remains unanswered. ... Read more

Gambling regulators in Maine have approved a measure that could allow online horse race wagering at the state's casinos. Its a move that shows how COVID-19 is expanding gambling markets across the world. ... Read more

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino is set to reopen today with new safe player guideline after a nearly two-month pandemic closure. Will these steps be enough to protect players? ... Read more

The Venetian Las Vegas is gearing up to reopen its Strip hotel and casino on June 1 with enhanced safety protocols for guests and staff. But is the public ready to return to Vegas? ... Read more

Mississippi casinos are reopening this week amid a host of cautions meant to curb the spread of infectious diseases such as COVID-19. But are their customers ready to come back, too? ... Read more

Wall Street investors are sweet on DraftKings' stock, despite the company's Q1 losses and a complete lack of sports betting eligible sports. Is DraftKings really the future of sports betting? ... Read more

Rampart Casino in Las Vegas earned jeers from locals for firing an unknown number of staff members via a pre-recorded message. It's just the latest cut to already battered casino workers. ... Read more

New Jersey's online gambling revenues saw a big boost in April 2020 as locked down residents hit the slots and virtual tables. But it wasn't enough to make up for the loss of sports betting and land-based casinos. ... Read more