Virginia Sports Betting Handle Sees November Growth
The Virginia Lottery recently published its report on sports betting activities for November 2025, revealing a 5% increase in the handle compared to the previous year. The total handle for…
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AI Models May Display Human-Like Gambling Behaviors, Study Indicates
A recent study by the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology in South Korea suggests that large language models can exhibit gambling behaviors similar to humans. In their research paper…
Idaho Man Wins $1 Million in Lottery, Plans Financial Security
An Idaho resident has become a millionaire just as 2026 begins, thanks to a significant lottery win. Sean Klingler, from Rigby, Idaho, won a $1 million prize after purchasing several…
Jethro Rostedt Under Investigation for Alleged Twitch Gambling Promotion
Finnish entrepreneur and television figure Jethro Rostedt is under scrutiny for alleged violations related to gambling advertisements on his Twitch account. The situation arose after gambling-related content persisted online despite…
AI and Automation Transform Pot-Limit Omaha Strategy
developments in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are significantly altering the landscape of Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) strategy as of December 2025. These technological advancements have profound implications for regulatory frameworks,…
GGPoker Launches New Year Promotion in January
GGPoker, a leading online poker platform, has initiated a month-long promotional event titled the New Year Giveaway from January 1 to January 31. This initiative, launched globally, aims to enhance…
Mount Airy Casino Employees Secure $2.3 Million Settlement in Wage Dispute
Employees at Mount Airy Casino Resort in Pennsylvania have reached a $2.3 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit regarding unpaid wages and overtime compensation. The resolution comes after over two…
Coinbase Expands into Prediction Markets with Acquisition in the U.S
Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has taken significant steps in broadening its business scope by acquiring The Clearing Company in the United States. Announced in December 2025, this acquisition aims…
WSOP Paradise Super Main Event and WPT World Championship Winners Announced
the winners of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise Super Main Event and the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship were unveiled this week in the Bahamas. These results…
Prominent Attorney Tom Goldstein Faces Indictment Over High-Stakes Poker Games in the United States
Tom Goldstein, a well-known attorney in the United States, has been indicted for his involvement in organizing high-stakes poker games. The indictment, issued earlier this year, is significant due to…
Poker Player Secures $7,538 Victory in 888poker’s $100K Mystery Bounty Event
2025, at 888poker, an online poker player with the screen name “KeepItSecret” achieved an impressive win in the $100,000 Mystery Bounty Main Event. This tournament, part of the ongoing Holiday…
CT Interactive Launches Winflood Amazonia: Exploring Nature-Themed Gaming Innovation
CT Interactive has introduced its latest gaming title, Winflood Amazonia, to the market as of December 2025. This release is significant from a business and regulatory perspective as it caters…
New Zealand Prohibits Credit Card Use for Gambling Transactions
New Zealand has announced a ban on the use of credit cards for gambling transactions, joining several other jurisdictions with similar restrictions. The ban is part of a broader initiative…
PokerStars Introduces Holiday Cash Game Happy Hours Across North America
PokerStars has launched a “Holiday Cash Game Happy Hours” promotion across North America, which began earlier this month and is set to continue until January 2, 2026. This initiative is…
Bernhard Binder Claims Victory in WSOP Event, Secures $10 Million Prize
Bernhard Binder emerged as the champion of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Super Main Event, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, on December 18, 2025. Binder’s triumph over a field…