Tag: Regulation

12/06/25 12:00 PM

Nevada regulator fears prediction markets could expand into casino gaming and further threaten industry

  • Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming
The chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board warned the state’s gaming attorneys Friday that the rapid expansion of sports prediction... more
11/25/25 10:11 PM

Nevada regulators caution gaming industry after court decision on prediction markets

  • Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming
Following a favorable decision in federal court, the Nevada Gaming Control Board late Tuesday sent another notice to the casino industry,... more
11/20/25 8:58 PM

MGM CEO applauds Nevada crackdown on prediction markets: “It’s sports betting. Full stop.”

  • Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming
MGM Resorts International CEO Bill Hornbuckle Thursday applauded Nevada gaming regulators for standing up against sports betting prediction... more
11/20/25 1:02 PM

Iowa: Elite Casino Resorts acquires Catfish Bend Casino and FunCity Resort, to rebrand as Great River Casino Resort

  • Rege Behe, CDC Gaming
Elite Casino Resorts on Thursday announced the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has approved the company’s acquisition of Catfish Bend... more
11/12/25 9:02 PM

FanDuel abandons Nevada licensing as it launches sports betting prediction markets app

  • Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming
FanDuel, which along with casino operators has been warned by Nevada gaming regulators to abstain from prediction markets or risk their... more
11/09/25 8:49 PM

Nevada regulators question North Las Vegas operator over tax and audit violations

  • Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming
Fifth Street Gaming is facing scrutiny from Nevada regulators over tax and audit violations. These issues will be addressed at an upcoming... more
11/06/25 3:44 PM

IGT PlayDigital CEO on track to get Nevada license

  • Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming
The CEO of IGT’s digital group is on track to be licensed in Nevada. The Gaming Control Board recommended Gil Rotem be licensed when he... more
11/05/25 8:57 PM

Nevada regulators delve into latest sports betting scandal, prop bets

  • Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming
Sports betting Hall of Famer Joe Asher, CEO of Boomer’s Sportsbook, told the Nevada Gaming Control Board that some form of regulation may... more
10/31/25 1:07 PM

Florida: Gaming Control Commission appoints Alana Zimmer as Executive Director

  • Rege Behe, CDC Gaming
The Florida Gaming Control Commission on Oct. 30 appointed Alana Zimmer as its Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible... more
10/23/25 2:36 PM

NCAA will allow college athletes to bet on professional sports starting Nov. 1

  • Doug Feinberg, Associated Press
The NCAA approved a rule change on Wednesday that will allow athletes and athletic department staff members to bet on professional sports.... more