3661 stories by Philip Conneller
Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Would Decimate Professional Gamblers – Literally
New amendment limits deductible gambling losses to 90%. Professionals could owe taxes on nonexistent income. House-Senate showdown will determine final tax outcome. US President Donald Trump’s so-called “big, beautiful bill” would have a devasting impact on the lives of professional gamblers if...
Two Hospitalized After Carbon Monoxide Forces Evacuation of Calgary Casino
Two people were hospitalized after a casino carbon monoxide exposure incident Emergency crews found CO levels peaking at 215 ppm About 300 people safely evacuated from Pure Casino Calgary Two individuals were hospitalized Tuesday after elevated carbon monoxide (CO) levels prompted a...
Underdog Fantasy Sues to Block Anticipated California DFS Ban
Lawsuit argues DFS is a skill game, not gambling Underdog seeks restraining order against anticipated legal opinion Company claims tribal lobbying influenced California’s AG decision Daily fantasy sports operator Underdog Fantasy has filed a lawsuit that seeks to prevent California Attorney General...
FanDuel Prepared to Ban Bettors Who Abuse Athletes
FanDuel could ban users who abuse athletes online. AI detects gambler-driven harassment on social media. WTA pushes for more gambling industry accountability. FanDuel has become the first major gambling operator to take a stand against the online abuse of athletes. The sports...
WSOP Millionaire Maker: ‘No Winner Recognized’ After Suspected Chip Dumping
Jesse Yaginuma was denied a bracelet after the controversial tournament ending James Carroll’s passive play raised chip-dumping suspicions WPT bonus may have influenced final table dynamics World Series of Poker (WSOP) officials said Monday Jesse Yaginuma won't receive a winner’s bracelet for...
Minnesota Wild Stadium Renamed Grand Casino Arena in Tribal Gaming Deal
Mille Lacs Band secures 14-year naming rights deal Grand Casino boosts visibility through NHL arena branding Tribal gaming partnerships rise in pro sports sponsorships The arena currently known as the Xcel Energy Center, home of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild, will be renamed...
Florida Man Washed $10 Million in Drug Money Through Nevada, Mississippi Casinos
Cocaine network spanned multiple years and multiple states Casinos used to launder millions in drug proceeds Guilty plea includes asset forfeiture, possible life sentence A Pensacola, Fla. man has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking and money laundering charges in connection with...
Star Casino Deal in Peril as Partners Threaten to Walk
Star’s $50M casino deal now close to collapsing Partners may abandon Queen’s Wharf buyout agreement Star Entertainment Group’s (ASX: SGR) fight for survival has hit another snag. The embattled Australian casino operator’s partners in Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf casino project -- Hong Kong-based...
47 Thousand Norwegians Told They’d Won Millions as Glitch Sparks False Jackpot Frenzy
Norsk Tipping sent false jackpot alerts to 47K players. Coding error multiplied eurocents by 100 instead of dividing. CEO resigned after public apology for trust breach. Thousands of Norwegians were mistakenly told they had won life-changing jackpots Friday after a technical error...
Jury to Hear of Illinois Public Official’s Gambling in Overtime Fraud Case
Jury to weigh gambling ties in fraud allegations Prosecutors allege over $100K stolen through falsified hours Defense sought to block gambling evidence before trial A jury in Kankakee County, Ill., will hear evidence about the gambling habits of a former Iroquois County...
