The Florida Gaming Control Commission has issued a warning to consumers regarding the risks of using unlicensed online gambling platforms, citing threats of financial loss and data misuse. Regulators reiterated that Hard Rock Bet remains the state's sole legal online sportsbook as part of an effort to steer bettors away from the black market.
France’s competition authority has granted unconditional approval for Banijay Gaming’s acquisition of casino operator Joa. The transaction expands Banijay's gaming footprint by adding Joa’s 33 land-based venues to a portfolio that already features online betting operator Betclic.
Allwyn UK has initiated an executive restructuring of its National Lottery leadership team to accelerate sales growth and increase contributions to good causes. As part of the transition, Chief Technology Officer Mark Smith, Managing Director of Digital Richard Dawkins, and Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer Sarah Venning will exit the business.
TikTok has reaffirmed its blanket prohibition on gambling-related products and activities across TikTok Shop, warning creators and sellers of incoming enforcement actions. The strict policy applies universally to all merchants, regardless of whether gambling promotions are legally permitted within specific local jurisdictions.
Haiti's Ministry of Economy and Finance has established a national gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux de Hasard et d’Argent (ANJHA). The new body will oversee, monitor, and supervise the country's gambling sector. Under the updated regulatory framework, operators are mandated to pay all licensing fees, taxes, and other financial obligations directly through the national tax administration.
A two-month strike at Wynn Resorts' Encore Boston Harbor has concluded after approximately 1,300 workers ratified a new labor contract on November 5. Represented by UNITE HERE Local 26 and Teamsters Local 25, the employees had been on strike since September 4 following the expiration of their previous agreement. The labor action had disrupted venue operations and coincided with a downturn in gaming revenue for the property.
The US House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development will hold a hearing on November 11 to evaluate the expansion of sports gambling on college campuses. The session aims to address growing congressional concerns regarding betting integrity, student-athlete harassment, and broader gambling-related risks. The inquiry follows recent industry developments, including an October sentencing tied to college sports betting.
PENN Entertainment plans to intensify its lobbying efforts in Texas following the U.S. midterm elections to capitalize on shifting political dynamics. Chief Executive Jay Snowden noted that recent legislative victories could improve prospects for gambling expansion in the state and open doors in other regional markets. The operator aims to leverage these political changes to advance legal betting legislation during upcoming sessions.
Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) has suspended 19 lower court lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of the country's betting ban. The ruling, issued by Justice Luiz Fux, blocks operators from securing judicial authorizations to resume activities pending a definitive judgment. Consequently, betting companies will remain barred from the market until the nation's highest court delivers a final ruling on the matter.
DraftKings, FanDuel, Fanatics, Robinhood, and PrizePicks have scaled back or suspended their prediction market offerings in Utah amid growing legal scrutiny. The restrictions follow the state filing 14 criminal charges against market operator Kalshi and its co-founders in late October. The platforms have moved to limit certain event contracts while state authorities intensify enforcement.
The UK has initiated an independent review of the Gambling Act 2005 to assess whether existing regulations remain suitable in light of evolving technology and consumer habits. Overseen by the newly formed Gambling Policy Commission, the process is gathering evidence from industry representatives, researchers, regulators, and the public. The findings will establish whether the current framework can be updated or if comprehensive new legislation is required.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has instructed registered prediction market exchanges to remove geographic restrictions within 30 days to satisfy federal impartial access rules. Issued in guidance on November 5, the mandate requires designated contract markets to offer open access across jurisdictions. The directive is expected to place operators in conflict with various state-level court orders that demand geofencing controls.
U.S. Representative Dina Titus has urged House leadership to advance the FAIR BET Act before Congress adjourns for the year. The Nevada Democrat's bill aims to restore the full federal tax deduction for gambling losses. Titus warned that maintaining the current cap threatens legal gaming employment and investment by potentially pushing consumers toward unregulated platforms.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has criticised Channel 4’s programme Million Pound Shot, stating it presented a misleading portrayal of the UK's regulated betting and gaming sector. The standards body argued that the show's fictional scenario depicted practices that are strictly controlled or banned, failing to reflect current regulatory requirements.
The Dominican Republic's newly established Directorate General of Games of Chance (DGJA) has issued an official statement clarifying the legal framework for online betting platforms nationwide. Headed by Teófilo “Quico” Tabar, the regulatory body confirmed that only seven online gaming operators currently hold authorization to operate legally in the country. The move is part of the ongoing rollout of new regulatory measures designed to govern the domestic market.
Superbet has announced plans to invest approximately €500 million ($561 million) in Greece over the next six years to expand its presence in the regulated betting market. The operator will direct the capital toward sports sponsorships, technology infrastructure, marketing, and workforce training.
Boyd Gaming has formed an exclusive strategic partnership with Sonesta International Hotels to add 19 of its U.S. casino resorts to Sonesta's distribution platform. Beginning in January, the Boyd Collection on Sonesta.com will grant Sonesta customers access to more than 9,700 gaming-resort rooms.
Full House Resorts posted a 4.9% year-over-year revenue increase to $81.8 million for the third quarter, alongside a net loss of $8.6 million. The operator also launched an $8 million cost-reduction plan at its Chamonix Casino Resort in Colorado as part of an effort to return to profitability by 2027.
Oneida Indian Nation's Turning Stone Resort Casino and affiliated businesses are restoring operations following a cyberattack that disrupted computer networks, payment processing, ATMs, and phone lines. The property has begun recovering critical services, including the resumption of credit card transactions for food and beverage purchases as systems come back online.
DraftKings has lowered its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance by up to $625 million to a range of $175 million to $275 million, down from its prior forecast of $700 million to $900 million. The revision comes as investments into its prediction markets business weigh on profitability, causing quarterly losses to nearly double despite a 16% increase in third-quarter revenue. The operator has also trimmed its full-year revenue projection to $6.35 billion.
Penn Entertainment returned to profitability in the third quarter, reporting net income of $33 million compared to an $859.8 million net loss in the prior-year period. Total revenue climbed to $1.84 billion, driven by record third-quarter retail performance, while consolidated adjusted EBITDA reached $284 million.
The AGEM Index rose 16.4% month-over-month in October to reach a record high of 2,108.59 points. The surge was driven by share price gains across all nine tracked gaming equipment manufacturers, significantly outperforming broader U.S. stock indices.
Wynn Resorts reported lower revenue and net income for the third quarter, generating $1.69 billion in operating revenue amid performance declines across Las Vegas, Macau, and Boston. Alongside the contraction across all four operating segments, the company established a framework for a labor agreement at Encore Boston Harbor and confirmed its development focus remains on its UAE resort project.
Member of the European Parliament Brando Benifei has called for stronger safeguards against manipulative digital practices, addictive design, and privacy risks within gaming and artificial intelligence. Speaking at SiGMA World Rome, the lawmaker emphasized the need for closer cooperation between regulators, businesses, and consumers to address the convergence of these technologies.
Evolution has introduced its live game show title Ice Fishing to the US market, launching across Delaware, Michigan, and New Jersey. In New Jersey, the launch coincided with the opening of Evolution's fourth dedicated Live Casino studio in Atlantic City. The expansion follows the game's international debut in 2025.