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Why Canadian Players Are Flocking to Online Casinos with Instant Withdrawals

Casinos that offer instant withdrawals are becoming the preferred choice, not because they are flashy, but because they give players immediate access to their winnings.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:22

Baltimore Becomes Second U.S. City to Sue Sweepstakes Casinos

According to the lawsuit, the companies violated Baltimore’s Consumer Protection Ordinance by operating illegal online gambling platforms disguised as lawful sweepstakes.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 03/04/2026 - 21:07

Las Vegas Casinos See More Than 15K Canadian Visitors in One Month By Honoring $1CAD as $1USD

Circa Resort & Casino, the D Las Vegas and Golden Gate Hotel & Casino to Continue Currency Parity Program Through Aug. 31.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 03/04/2026 - 09:21

Lil Baby, X7Dave Reportedly Sign Multi-8-Figure Contract With Spartans.com Online Casino

Streamers these days are making a killing promoting online casinos.

Such is the case with the signing of X7Dave (David Raizman) is a prominent, high-stakes casino streamer. He is reported to have just signed a $32 million annual deal with Spartans crypto casino, featuring a $2 million community leaderboard, making him one of the top creators in the gambling space.

Lil Baby (real name Dominique Armani Jones) is a highly successful American rapper and songwriter from Atlanta, who also just signed with Spartans online casino in late February.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 03/03/2026 - 22:19

Spree Sweepstakes Casino Returns to Alabama, Georgia

The decision comes as a handful of U.S. states have passed laws - or are in the process of doing so - that would prevent sweepstakes casinos from operating.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 03/03/2026 - 16:52

The Convoluted Inside Look Into What is Going on With Jazz Sports: Founder Talks of Harrowing Ordeal

"I was attacked, kidnapped, beaten, and nearly killed by people (who took over Jazz)."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 03/02/2026 - 17:08

How the Sweepstakes Model Created a Billionaire Without a U.S. Gambling License

VGW, the company behind Chumba Casino, LuckyLand Slots and Global Poker, grew its business using a promotional sweepstakes structure that sits outside the standard U.S. iGaming framework.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Mon, 03/02/2026 - 10:34

Chumba Casino Founder Hit With Fresh Set of Drug-Related Allegations

Australian billionaire and founder of some of the biggest names in sweepstakes casinos is now facing a fresh set of drug-related charges following his arrest for domestic abuse last month.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mon, 03/02/2026 - 09:59

Boyd Gaming Selling Sam’s Town Shreveport to Bally’s

Bally's is set to own two Shreveport, Louisiana casinos directly across from one another.

Boyd Gaming is selling its Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Bally’s for an undisclosed amount. Boyd Gaming has run the venue for nearly 22 years.

The property is located directly across the street from the Bally's Shreveport Casino & Hotel.

This deal is set to close in the 3rd quarter of this year.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 02/27/2026 - 12:06

US Sweepstakes Models: Could Grey-Market Innovation Reach the UK?

Over the last decade or so, the United States has quietly transformed into a laboratory for new betting models. Not by sweeping federal reform. Nor by coordinated state expansion. But by regulatory loopholes, which are a more subtle thing.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 02/26/2026 - 09:42

Naked Man Arrested in West Virginia Casino Charged With Murder of His Own Father

The victim was shot at least six times in the back and head with a chainsaw found by his feet.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 02/24/2026 - 13:43

Treasure Island Resort & Casino Outside of Minneapolis Pays $217,000 From Rare Bad Beat Jackpot: First Time in Two Years

A table of poker players split a rare payout at a Minnesota casino on Valentine's Day, when a "bad beat jackpot" hit for the first time in more than two years, the Treasure Island Resort & Casino confirmed this week.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sat, 02/21/2026 - 19:26

Seminole Classic Casino Announces March 2026 Promos

As always, Gambling911.com presents its readers with the newly announced promotional offers, deals and events taking place at the Seminole Classic Casino in Hollywood, Florida for March 2026.

Submitted by Press Release on, Fri, 02/20/2026 - 10:49

Lawsuit Claims Coca Cola Only Invited Female Employees to Connecticut Casino Trip

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed the lawsuit in New Hampshire district court on behalf of a male employee of Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast who complained about a two-day networking trip for about 250 women at the Mohegan Sun casino resort in Connecticut.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Thu, 02/19/2026 - 16:50

Why Slot Features Like Free Spins and Bonus Rounds Matter to Today’s Players

Consumers are changing. They expect more from their experiences and as online gambling continues to grow, operators are paying closer attention to what keeps players engaged. In North America overall, slot machines accounted for around 43.7 percent of total casino gambling revenue in 2025, ahead of any other game type. That figure highlights how central slots remain to casino revenue, even as the wider gambling market continues to evolve.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Wed, 02/18/2026 - 10:31

BookieCo Shut Down One Week After Torture Videos Surface

BookieCo owner being held in shooting incident that took place last month.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 02/17/2026 - 19:07

Murder-Suicide at Rio Hotel and Casino on Vegas Strip

Mom and preteen were in Vegas to attend cheerleading meet.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mon, 02/16/2026 - 12:08

California Blackjack Ban to Start in April: What to Know

A new set of regulations regarding blackjack-style games and the rotation of player-dealers that were approved in California this past week and take effect beginning on April 1, 2026, impacting only the state's 80 to 85 card rooms.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Sun, 02/15/2026 - 09:30

Circus Circus Brings Back Bingo in Effort to Create Classic Las Vegas Experience

On Friday, it was announced that Circus Circus in Las Vegas has opened a new traditional-style bingo hall and expanded coin-operated slot machine gaming floor.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sat, 02/14/2026 - 18:41

Mississippi Magician Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Defrauding Iowa Casino

After evading authorities for seven years, Shaun Joseph Benward was located and arrested in Mississippi in April 2025, according to the Iowa Department of Public Safety.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sat, 02/14/2026 - 14:49

Funky Time Volatility Guide: Smart Strategies and Game Dynamics

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 02/13/2026 - 13:08

Florida Lawmakers Race to Get House Bill 189 Passed as Illegal Gambling Operations Pop Up Across State

Lawmakers are pushing to have House Bill 189 on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' desk by the end of this year's legislative period March 13. The bill seeks to impose stiffer penalties on illegal gambling operators popping up across the state.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 02/12/2026 - 20:25

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Announces $50 Million in Capital Investments

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City is reaffirming its commitment to excellence with a $50 million capital improvement plan for 2026 that is already underway.

Submitted by Press Release on, Tue, 02/10/2026 - 09:21

Crypto Gambling vs Sweepstakes: Access and ‘Offer’ Framing

Social gaming has exploded in popularity in recent years, but there’s still a lot of confusion over which platform types are legal and best in class.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Wed, 02/04/2026 - 08:46

Top Trending: Adelson, Massie News Draws Massive Readership as Story Goes Viral

Nothing - and we mean nothing - is coming close to the amount of readership for our story pertaining to a superPAC backed by Vegas casino mogul, Miriam Adelson, purchasing a massive television ad buy against Kentucky Republican congressman Thomas Massie.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 02/02/2026 - 20:24

No Kids in Vegas? Are You KIDding Me? Facebook Pages Leave Out a Few Minor Details

No new policy came into effect despite the rumor mill in recent days suggesting otherwise and most social media accounts that picked up on this story have since deleted said page.....but it's still pretty hilarious to read in this day of AI and so-called "fake news".

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mon, 02/02/2026 - 08:45

February 2026 Casino Promotions and Events at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa

Featuring the $270,000 Blackjack Tournament Buy-In Series – Sundays, February 1 – March 22

Submitted by Press Release on, Sun, 02/01/2026 - 18:49

Some Gamblers Believe Peppermill Casino in Reno Has 'Tightest Slots', But Do They?

Some say its all about picking out the right machines while others concur, "Peppermill feels tight to me too".

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sun, 02/01/2026 - 18:08

JackBit Crypto Sportsbook Reviews Ahead of 2026 Super Bowl

Jackbit is a popular cryptocurrency online sportsbook. Ahead of the 2026 Super Bowl, Gambling911.com will be reviewing recent experiences and complaints related to various gambling sites

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sun, 02/01/2026 - 11:59

Multiple Oklahoma Casinos Sent Bomb Threats

Casinos now back open after bomb sniffing dogs fail to find explosive devices.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sun, 02/01/2026 - 11:32

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How Player Expectations Around UX, Withdrawals, and Transparency are Evolving Faster than Regulatory Frameworks: an Interview With Casino.org Expert Ian Zerafa

As technological advancements and changing player preferences continue to reshape the international iGaming industry, the sector is changing rapidly – with these developments often leaving regulatory frameworks lagging much further behind.

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