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Catena Media continues to diversify its portfolio, with its new VC arm now moving to invest in Collectbase Inc., the parent company of Repackz. The company describes itself as a digital gaming entity that is based on physical trading cards, and part of a new vertical called “rips.” This early adopt…

South Korean casino operator Kangwon Land Inc is offering up to KRW1 billion (US$755,724) each to a maximum of three companies willing to relocate operations to former coal-mining communities in Gangwon Province. The programme is part of Kangwon Land Inc’s efforts to support regional economic diver…

Las Vegas Sands Corp, parent of Macau casino concessionaire Sands China Ltd and owner of Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands complex, says its third-quarter performance in both markets was “aberrational”, affected by “softness” in high-end play. That is according to Patrick Dumont (pictured in a file phot…

SJM Resorts Ltd, the Macau gaming operations unit of Hong Kong-listed casino firm SJM Holdings Ltd, says nearly 1,200 people took part in its Community Golf Fun Days programme, organised alongside this year’s SJM Macao Open golf tournament. The six-day programme, held at Anim’Arte Nam Van during Oc…

The charitable arm of Philippine casino complex Newport World Resorts has committed PHP678 million (US$10.7 million) to fund the construction of new facilities for the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA). The funding from Newport World Resorts Foundati…

Macau casino operator Sands China Ltd has donated MOP240,000 (US$29,694) to the Peng On Tung Charity Foundation to support care services for the elderly in the city. The donation marks the 17th consecutive year that Sands China has supported the foundation, which operates under the General Union of…

Third-quarter net income attributable to casino group Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) fell 27.4 percent year-on-year, to US$304 million from US$419 million, according to a Wednesday company filing in the United States. That was on net revenues that slipped 3.5 percent from the prior-year quarter, to jus…

Casino operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd held on Tuesday a “grand opening” of its 149-room REM hotel at City of Dreams Macau, following an invitation-only launch in August. The REM hotel occupies the former Countdown tower at the Cotai casino resort. Melco Resorts had previously flagged an…

Following public backlash, Polymarket removed a contract from its prediction market platform that let users bet on whether any of the seven men accused of raping a Cornell University student in 2024 would face felony sex crime charges. What Was the Contract About? The market centered on allegations…

Prediction markets and political elections are much more intertwined than one might imagine. According to a recent study by the Brennan Center for Justice, speculative odds from political event contracts measurably influence voters. Prediction Markets Have a Measurable Effect on Voters’ Opinions Th…

Global sports platform Fanatics has unveiled its newest promotion, extending its FAIR PLAY player injury protection program for all NFL and NBA games this season. The bonus comes at no extra charge and will protect bets from injury-related disruptions. It also follows Fanatics’ official partnership…

Chilean Senate President Paulina Núñez has introduced a substitute amendment to the bill regulating online gambling platforms, seeking to establish prison sentences of up to 15 years for those who promote illegal betting sites. According to reports, the initiative proposes a substantial change in h…

Shares of High Roller Technologies (NYSE: ROLR) soared Wednesday after the company announced the launch of its ROLR prediction market, adding that it expects the platform will generate revenue in the current quarter. On volume that’s already more than double the daily average, High Roller — shares…

A new civil lawsuit has been filed, as Utah sues Kalshi alleging unlawful gambling operations across the state. Attorney General Derek Brown announced the legal action in Utah Third District Court targeting the prediction market operator along with its affiliates and two Susquehanna trading firms.…

Finnish gambling operator Hippos ATG Oy has secured a licence to offer horse racing betting, sports betting, and online casino games when Finland opens its regulated gambling market to competition on 1 July 2027. Announced on Monday, the approval marks a milestone for the joint venture between Swed…

The Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) has decided to permanently discontinue its existing licensing portal and terminate its external provider's regulatory services following a data breach that exposed confidential information belonging to gambling license holders. The decision comes as Curaçao contin…

Laughlin has set sail on a new marketing campaign that highlights the Colorado River resort town’s relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Titled “Keep It Floaty,” the ads promote the area’s laid-back vibe and easygoing approach with “decidedly unexpected twists on quintessential Laughlin.” Developed by R…

Volume on regulated prediction markets jumped 64% month-over-month to $77 billion in September, but there are signs that sportsbooks are getting the better of their yes/no exchange rivals. In a recent report, Stifel analyst Jeffrey Stantial highlights the comparison of prediction market taker volum…