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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

From Mechanical Reels to Digital Worlds: The Story of Slots

Slot machines have become one of the most recognizable and enduring forms of entertainment in the world of gaming. From their mechanical origins to today’s immersive digital experiences, slots have evolved while keeping the same core appeal: simplicity, excitement, and the thrill of chance.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Sat, 01/31/2026 - 14:21

Casinos in New Zealand: Locations, Distribution, and Regional Impact

New Zealand is home to approximately 5.33 million people, and 60% of its population has participated in some form of gambling being a national lottery, sports betting, or casino gaming.

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 01/30/2026 - 15:43

Top Trending: Chris Dudley, Tennessee Speaker, Arkansas's Prediction Market Stance, More

The Yasiel Puig sports betting trial continues to captivate Gambling911.com readers with three of the top five search queries pertaining to the one-time Dodgers super star.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 23:11

China Executes 11 Individuals Tied to Online Gambling Scam

China executes 11 tied to online gambling scam

China executed 11 people it found guilty of killing 14 Chinese citizens and running scam and gambling operations worth more than $1 billion, authorities said.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 15:15

$12 Vegas Hotel Rooms in January? Sin City Desperate

Las Vegas is finally getting back to offering value. Granted, this might be pushing things just a bit.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 21:45

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek - February 2026 Promotions & Entertainment

Casino is offering $30,000 Free Play Drawings + 2026 BMW® X6 xDrive40i Drawings

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 15:22

Plug Pulled on Doomed Artari Hotel Project in Vegas

Rendering of an Atari Hotel with plug being pulled

Details of the project first emerged in 2020 and a construction timeline was established just last month before word came this week that there will be no Atari Hotel.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 13:35

Detroit Rapper Xzibit Teams Up With Spree Sweepstakes Casino

The move follows sweeps casinos Wow Vegas employing socialite Paris Hilton as its brand ambassador, and rapper Drake as the face of Stake.us

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 11:29

Finland’s 2027 Gambling Licence Reform: A Market on the Brink of Change

Finland is preparing for one of the most significant regulatory shifts in its gambling history. After decades of operating under a state monopoly, the country is moving toward a licensed online gambling system set to launch in 2027.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 09:33

Are Online Casinos Replacing Traditional Venues? Here’s What You Need to Know

Online gaming has grown massively over the past decade, and it's changed how people approach casino games.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 09:05

Crypto.Casino Launches to Bring Transparency and Trust to Crypto Casinos

Crypto.Casino, a new independent review and feedback platform, today announced the official launch of its website, designed to help players navigate the crypto casino space with greater confidence, transparency, and trust.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 01/26/2026 - 11:49

These Las Vegas Casinos Look to Lure Canadian Tourists With Canadian Dollars at Par with U.S. Currency

Canadian gambler in Circa Casino with face blurred

Circa Resort and Casino, the D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Hotel and Casino made the announcement this past week per their social media pages.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sun, 01/25/2026 - 10:37

The Development of the Slovenian Gambling Market in 2026

Despite its relatively low population of just over 2 million, Slovenia is one of Europe's hottest gambling markets as we enter 2026.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 01/23/2026 - 12:12

Snoop Dogg Enters Another Market with Dogg House Casino

Snoop Dogg’s newest venture isn’t a new studio album or headlining a world tour. The rapper and entrepreneur has stepped into the free-to-play online casino space with the launch of Dogg House Casino

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 01/23/2026 - 10:16

Top-Rated Canada Casino Sites and the Changing Canadian Online Gambling Landscape

If you have ever waited days for a withdrawal that was supposed to be instant, or paused mid-deposit, wondering whether the site you are using is even legal in Canada, you already understand the frustration. I hear it constantly. One list says a casino is fully approved, another warns you to stay away, and somehow they all claim to be “top-rated.” I know how messy this feels because I have spent years digging through Canada’s online gambling market myself. After tracking payout speeds, regulatory shifts, and player complaints across dozens of platforms, one thing became clear.

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 01/21/2026 - 15:49

Top Trending: Riot Outside of Bellagio Goes Viral

Gambling911.com saw 186,214 impressions for Sunday and, remarkably, it wasn't an NFL game that topped the chart.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 01/19/2026 - 23:02

States Step Up Efforts to Regulate Sweepstake-Style Online Gambling

The growth of the sweepstakes casino model has drawn lawmakers, regulators and industry analysts into debate about how to treat a model that behaves like gambling but sits outside most state casino statutes.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Mon, 01/19/2026 - 12:05

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