Washington and Tulalip reach tentative gaming compact update with modern safeguards Suswati Basu Washington state officials and the Tulalip Tribes of Washington have reached a tentative agreement on a new amendment to the Tribe’s Class III gaming compact, bringing decades of revisions into a single governing document while introducing several changes for casino … Continue reading Washington and Tulalip reach tentative gaming compact update with modern safeguards
July 06, 2026 Microsoft to cut 4,800 jobs in major Xbox and gaming division ‘reset’ BY Associated Press Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs, about 2.1% of its global workforce, including a large number of workers at its Xbox video game business. The layoffs included 1,600 Xbox workers, with more to come this year in a broader reorganization designed … Continue reading Microsoft to cut 4,800 jobs in major Xbox and gaming division ‘reset’
Michigan Gaming Board ends National Council partnership over Kalshi responsible gambling dispute Suswati Basu The Michigan Gaming Control Board is cutting ties with the National Council on Problem Gambling after the organization announced a membership and investment partnership with prediction market operator Kalshi. In a July 1 letter to NCPG Executive Director Heather … Continue reading Michigan Gaming Board ends National Council partnership over Kalshi responsible gambling dispute
Nevada Supreme Court keeps Kalshi injunction alive during gaming laws appeal proceedings Suswati Basu Nevada’s highest court has declined to pause a preliminary injunction against Kalshi as the company continues its appeal in a dispute over Nevada’s gaming laws. In the same order, the court also approved requests from two out-of-state attorneys to … Continue reading Nevada Supreme Court keeps Kalshi injunction alive during gaming laws appeal proceedings
Lumbee voters reject gaming amendment ending casino debate for now in North Carolina Suswati Basu A proposed change to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina constitution has been defeated by voters, stopping plans that could have opened the door to future tribal gaming projects and a possible casino resort in Robeson County. The … Continue reading Lumbee voters reject gaming amendment ending casino debate for now in North Carolina
June 15, 2026 Xbox plans layoffs, even after Microsoft CEO said company is ‘long on gaming’ BY Ella Chakarian In July, Xbox may be the next brand hit with major changes to its workforce. According to Bloomberg, people familiar with Xbox’s strategy said that it is “planning major job cuts next month,” although the scale … Continue reading Xbox plans layoffs, even after Microsoft CEO said company is ‘long on gaming’
Grand Traverse tribe challenges gaming rule threatening Michigan Crystal Shores Casino operations Suswati Basu The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians has taken its fight with federal gaming regulators to court, filing a lawsuit that could determine the future of its Crystal Shores Casino in Benzie County, Michigan. Filed June 9 … Continue reading Grand Traverse tribe challenges gaming rule threatening Michigan Crystal Shores Casino operations
Bally’s Intralot agrees $327M evoke deal to create major European gaming group Suswati Basu Bally’s Intralot has reached an agreement to acquire betting and gaming operator evoke in a recommended all-share deal worth roughly £243.1 million ($ 327 million), bringing together brands such as William Hill and 888 with its expanding lottery and … Continue reading Bally’s Intralot agrees $327M evoke deal to create major European gaming group
Florida appeals court upholds permit revocation amid Seminole gaming overhaul Suswati Basu A Florida appeals court has upheld a state law linked to Florida’s gambling overhaul and Seminole Tribe gaming compact, rejecting a challenge from Jefferson County Kennel Club and allowing regulators to move forward with revoking the company’s pari-mutuel wagering permit. NEW: … Continue reading Florida appeals court upholds permit revocation amid Seminole gaming overhaul
Pennsylvania regulators approve $180K in gaming fines while expanding involuntary exclusion lists Suswati Basu Pennsylvania gaming regulators handed down $ 180,000 in fines Wednesday during the Gaming Control Board’s monthly public meeting, targeting several operators over underage gambling access, licensing problems and failures tied to online account protections. Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment received … Continue reading Pennsylvania regulators approve $180K in gaming fines while expanding involuntary exclusion lists
