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Macau Casino GGR Falls 10% in October Despite Visitor Growth and Peak Hotel Occupancy
Macau's October casino GGR fell 10% year-on-year to MOP 21.68 billion, marking the fifth consecutive monthly decline despite increased visitors and high hotel occupancy.
Sri Lanka GRA Sets 31 December Deadline for Casino and Online Gambling Regulations After Repeated Delays
Sri Lanka's gambling regulator targets 31 December to publish casino and online gambling rules after missing prior deadlines.
Sahara Las Vegas First on the Strip to Convert Bitcoin Ethereum and Litecoin at Casino Cage
Sahara Las Vegas becomes the first Strip casino to convert Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin into gaming chips via its casino cage through BurraPay.
Top Trending Gambling News November 3, 2026
A third-party supply-chain attack reportedly stole about $2.7 million from Polymarket, among the day's top gambling news.
Sweden Bans Duel.com Over Alleged Unlicensed Gambling Operations
Sweden's gambling regulator has banned Duel.com operator Immortal Snail LLC for allegedly targeting Swedish players without a license.
Macau's October Casino Revenues Drop 10% Despite Rising Visitor Numbers
Macau's gross gaming revenue fell 10% year-over-year in October 2026, marking a fifth consecutive monthly decline despite higher visitor numbers.
2 players split $1.1M table game jackpot at off-Strip casino
Two baccarat players split a $1,154,924 progressive jackpot at the Palms, each taking home $577,462.
Social casino list: 12 sites worth joining in November 2026
A ranked list of 12 social casinos to join in November 2026, with CoinsBack Casino taking the top spot.
La Union police welcome probe into OIC’s alleged gambling protection
The La Union Police Provincial Office says it is willing to face investigation into allegations its officer-in-charge protects illegal gambling, including peryahan activities.
Mass. casino player wins jackpot prize with $9 bet
A player at MGM Springfield won a $17,154.64 jackpot on a $9 bet on a Sapphire Riches slot machine.
Bradley Walsh speaks out after fake quiz show Million Pound Shot exposed as anti-gambling hoax
Bradley Walsh addressed viewers after his Channel 4 quiz show was revealed as a staged anti-gambling hoax.
Over 280 detained over online gambling and unlicensed lottery activities, says Bukit Aman
Malaysian police arrested 282 people and raided 201 premises in a nationwide crackdown on online gambling and unlicensed lottery operations.
Police arrest 282 in nationwide crackdown on online gambling and illegal lotteries
Malaysian police arrested 282 people and seized RM32,149 in a two-day nationwide crackdown on online gambling and unlicensed lottery operations across 201 premises.
Thunder Valley Casino Resort Schedules Series of November Job Fairs to Fill Over 100 Positions
Thunder Valley Casino Resort will hold eight November job fairs to fill over 100 full- and part-time roles with on-the-spot interviews.
Three Northeast Indiana Counties Set to Vote on Inland Casino Gambling Referendum
Voters in Allen, DeKalb, and Steuben counties will decide on November 3 whether to permit inland casino gambling, with a single license available across the three.
Holland Casino Initiates Construction on Groningen Replacement Site Following 2017 Fire
Holland Casino has begun building a new Groningen casino at Businesspark Ter Borch after a 2017 fire destroyed its previous site.
Next mayor of Niagara Falls calls for community consultations on Ford’s casino plan
Niagara Falls mayor-elect Lori Lococo urges Premier Doug Ford to consult residents on his plan to expand casinos in the region.
Mark Twain Casino plans Veterans Day meals, Thanksgiving buffet
Mark Twain Casino will offer free meals for veterans, a Thanksgiving buffet, live music, and weekly giveaways in November.
Tribune editorial: USU is wrong to play along with gambling interests
The Salt Lake Tribune editorial board criticizes Utah State University for partnering with gambling data providers through the Pac-12, arguing it threatens sports integrity.
N.J. senator: We led the nation on gambling. Now we should lead on gambling addiction.
New Jersey State Senator John F. McKeon argues the state must treat problem gambling as a public health issue.
Former CFTC Chairman Defends Prediction Markets as Social Benefit Despite Gambling Concerns
Former CFTC Chairman J. Christopher Giancarlo argues prediction markets offer social benefits like crowd wisdom despite gambling and gamification concerns.
Tribune editorial: USU is wrong to play along with gambling interests
Utah State University's cooperation with gambling data providers, despite Utah's constitutional ban, poses a threat to game integrity.
Gambling den busted in Beed, 11 arrested
Eleven people were arrested after police raided a gambling den at a lodge in Parli Vaijnath, Beed district, seizing items worth Rs 29.6 lakh.
Cops arrest three after raiding suspected gambling den
Police in Kulai arrested three people, including two Indonesian women, during a raid on a suspected online gambling operation.
Baranyai: Ontario has a gambling problem
Ontario's gambling industry generates billions but causes addiction and financial ruin, especially among young males.
Jeju Winter International Flights Up 39%, Lifting Casino Outlook
Jeju's winter international flights rose 39% year-on-year, boosting prospects for the island's foreigners-only casinos.
UK Gambling Commission Open Banking Study Finds 91% Overlap in Licensed and Illegal Gambling Activity
A UK Gambling Commission open banking study found 91% of repeat illegal-site users also gamble with licensed operators, with no major drop in regulated spending.
Danish Gambling Authority Targets Loot Box Mechanics in Video Games with Parental Awareness Campaign
Denmark's gambling authority launched a campaign to warn parents about loot boxes and in-game gambling-style mechanics affecting children.
Social casino list with free Sweeps Coins worth a closer look this Halloween
A guide to social casinos offering free Sweeps Coins through daily bonuses, referrals, and social media giveaways this Halloween.
Casino Plus banks on compliance to woo global partners
Casino Plus leverages its PAGCOR compliance record to attract global partners, highlighted by Evolution's first offline collaboration in the Philippines.
Top casino games that offer the highest likelihood of financial gain
This article reviews top online casino games like blackjack, craps, roulette, slots, poker, and baccarat, plus tips to increase winning chances.
Police arrest 16 foreigners in raid on Jalan Ampang hotel penthouse ‘mini casino’
Police detained 16 foreign nationals after raiding a Jalan Ampang hotel penthouse operating a 'mini casino'.
Gachibowli Police Raid Gambling Den in Vattinagulapally, 27 Held; Rs.10 Lakh Seized
Gachibowli police raided a gambling den at a Vattinagulapally farmhouse, arresting 27 people and seizing Rs.10 lakh in cash.
The Hilton Ponce Casino gets a new look
The Hilton Ponce Casino rebrands as Ponce Royale Casino after 34 years, featuring over 290 games and 70 employees.
Port Canaveral casino cruise ship remains sidelined amid nearly $800,000 payment dispute
A Victory Casino Cruises ship is idle in a South Carolina shipyard amid a nearly $800,000 payment dispute with Detyens Shipyards.
North Fork Rancheria wins legal fight that threatened to unplug new casino. Appeal filed
A federal judge rejected the Picayune Rancheria's attempt to block the new North Fork Mono Casino, but the tribe plans to appeal.
November 2026 Vegas Values Report Catalogs Casino Promotions Across Las Vegas Properties
The November 2026 Vegas Values Report compiles dozens of Las Vegas casino promotions, including tournaments, drawings, loyalty bonuses and room discounts.
GLPI Executives Reaffirm Bally's Partnership as Chicago Casino Reaches Two-Thirds Completion
GLPI executives reaffirmed support for Bally's $1.7 billion Chicago casino, now two-thirds complete, downplaying delay impacts.
Italy Targets $2.13 Billion From Gambling Revenue in 2027-2029 Draft Budget
Italy plans to raise nearly €1.9 billion from gambling through higher taxes and revised lottery commissions between 2027 and 2029.
Georgia Parliament Approves Law Permitting Casinos to Organize International Gambling Tournaments
Georgia's Parliament passed a law allowing casinos to host international gambling tournaments with tax breaks for large prize pools, despite criticism over social costs.
Rutgers Study Documents 42.7% Past-Year Gambling Rate Among US Adolescents Aged 13-17
A Rutgers-led national survey found 42.7% of US adolescents aged 13-17 gambled in the past year, with household exposure and new digital formats raising risk.
KSA Scan Shows Dutch Licensed Gambling GGR Contracted to EUR 4.1 Billion in 2025
Dutch licensed gambling GGR fell to EUR 4.1 billion in 2025, with iGaming down 18.2% and betting down 30.2%, before rebounding in H1 2026.
UK Gambling Commission Banking Data Study Finds Illegal Gambling Supplements Licensed Activity
A UK Gambling Commission study using Open Banking data finds illegal gambling supplements rather than replaces licensed activity and correlates with higher problem gambling risk.
Global Gambling Roundup: Revenue Forecasts, Duty Hikes, and Advertising Controls in Focus
Governments worldwide are pursuing gambling revenue while tightening advertising, player protection, and black-market controls, creating compliance challenges for operators.
Malta Scales Back Foreign Gambling License Reforms
Malta's MGA has scaled back planned reforms to its Recognition Notice framework for foreign-licensed gambling operators after industry pushback, though it still aims to strengthen oversight where possible.
Gambling addict pocketed £172k using bogus benefits claims and ‘hijacked’ identities
A gambling addict from Margate defrauded taxpayers of over £170,000 through fake benefit claims and stolen identities, and attempted to steal another £62,000 via a Covid scheme.
Station Casinos opens North Fork Mono Casino in California
Station Casinos opened the $725 million North Fork Mono Casino in California's Central Valley, creating over 1,500 jobs.
New gambling figures put National Treasury’s proposed 20% tax under scrutiny
Record gambling turnover of R1.76 trillion raises concerns that a proposed 20% national tax could push the effective tax burden to nearly 40% of GGR.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe Opens First Casino Inside Tucson City Limits on Nov. 15
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe will open Casino Del Sol Vahi Taa'am on Nov. 15, 2026, its third casino and first within Tucson city limits.
Mass. casino player wins jackpot prize with $25 bet
A player at MGM Springfield won a $20,000 jackpot after betting $25 on a Super Star Poker slot machine on Aug. 29.
Mass. casino player wins jackpot prize with $5.28 bet
A Massachusetts casino player won a $10,811.29 jackpot after betting $5.28 on a slot machine at MGM Springfield.
Kobakhidze says gambling tournament amendments too minor to require broad debate
Georgian PM Kobakhidze dismissed gambling tournament amendments as minor, saying they needed no broad debate and he was initially unaware.
Delhi Police Bust Illegal Gambling Ring in Model Town, Ten Apprehended
Delhi Police arrested ten people and seized cash and gambling materials in a raid on an illegal 'satta parchi' operation in Model Town.
Port Qasim: Who Is Gambling With Pakistan’s Energy Lifeline?
A former minister warns that a proposed shipbreaking yard at Port Qasim threatens Pakistan's critical energy gateway and lacks transparency.
Vietnam Authorizes VNeID Digital Checks for Casino Entry as New Decrees Raise Fines and Suspension Terms
Vietnam's new decrees authorize VNeID digital identity checks for casino entry and impose fines of up to VND200 million and suspensions of up to 24 months for breaches.
Italian Government Projects €700m in Gambling Taxes to Support Multi-Year Spending Plans
Italy's Budget Law forecasts €700m in gambling tax revenue for 2026-2027 to fund €26bn-€27bn spending, amid unresolved regulatory reforms.
Kalshi Seeks Federal Block on Louisiana Gambling Law Enforcement Against Prediction Markets
Kalshi sued Louisiana to block state gambling laws from applying to its prediction markets, arguing federal CFTC oversight preempts state regulation.
Off-Strip casino giving away $400K Las Vegas home in newest promotion
Rio hotel-casino is giving away a $400,000 Las Vegas home in its largest-ever promotion starting November 1.
Canada’s gambling SMEs generate average revenue of C$554,800: Where does online gaming fit?
Canadian gambling SMEs average C$554,800 in revenue, and online gaming is creating specialist opportunities for small businesses within the industry.
18 firms granted gambling licences in Finland as Veikkaus’s monopoly to end
Finland's National Police Board granted its first gambling licences to 18 operators, ending Veikkaus's monopoly.
Florida Visitor Plays for Two Minutes, Wins $109K at Mississippi Casino
Michael S. from Tampa won $109,295 on an $8.80 bet after playing a slot machine for two minutes at Beau Rivage.
Plaza Hotel & Casino to hold two Super Bingo events in November – Nov. 15-17, 20-22 – for $320,000 in possible winnings
The Plaza Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas will host two Super Bingo events in November with a total of $320,000 in cash prizes.
North Fork Mono Casino Challenges Chukchansi in Central Valley
The newly opened North Fork Mono Casino near Madera threatens Chukchansi Gold's revenue and brings new income to Madera County.
Dutch online gambling accounts rise by 100,000 in first half of year
Licensed online gambling accounts in the Netherlands grew by 100,000 to nearly 1.5 million in the first half of the year, possibly boosted by the FIFA World Cup and deposit limits.
Utah attorney general received campaign donations from gambling companies, disclosures show
Utah Attorney General Derek Brown received at least $80,000 from gambling companies while cracking down on online gambling platforms.
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Top Trending Gambling News November 3, 2026

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Sahara Las Vegas First on the Strip to Convert Bitcoin Ethereum and Litecoin at Casino Cage

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Sri Lanka GRA Sets 31 December Deadline for Casino and Online Gambling Regulations After Repeated Delays

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Macau Casino GGR Falls 10% in October Despite Visitor Growth and Peak Hotel Occupancy

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Sweden Bans Duel.com Over Alleged Unlicensed Gambling Operations

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Macau's October Casino Revenues Drop 10% Despite Rising Visitor Numbers

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2 players split $1.1M table game jackpot at off-Strip casino

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Social casino list: 12 sites worth joining in November 2026

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La Union police welcome probe into OIC’s alleged gambling protection

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Mass. casino player wins jackpot prize with $9 bet

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Bradley Walsh speaks out after fake quiz show Million Pound Shot exposed as anti-gambling hoax

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Over 280 detained over online gambling and unlicensed lottery activities, says Bukit Aman

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Police arrest 282 in nationwide crackdown on online gambling and illegal lotteries

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Holland Casino Initiates Construction on Groningen Replacement Site Following 2017 Fire

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Three Northeast Indiana Counties Set to Vote on Inland Casino Gambling Referendum

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Thunder Valley Casino Resort Schedules Series of November Job Fairs to Fill Over 100 Positions

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Next mayor of Niagara Falls calls for community consultations on Ford’s casino plan

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Mark Twain Casino plans Veterans Day meals, Thanksgiving buffet

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Tribune editorial: USU is wrong to play along with gambling interests

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N.J. senator: We led the nation on gambling. Now we should lead on gambling addiction.

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Former CFTC Chairman Defends Prediction Markets as Social Benefit Despite Gambling Concerns

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Tribune editorial: USU is wrong to play along with gambling interests

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Gambling den busted in Beed, 11 arrested

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Cops arrest three after raiding suspected gambling den

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Baranyai: Ontario has a gambling problem

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Jeju Winter International Flights Up 39%, Lifting Casino Outlook

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Danish Gambling Authority Targets Loot Box Mechanics in Video Games with Parental Awareness Campaign

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UK Gambling Commission Open Banking Study Finds 91% Overlap in Licensed and Illegal Gambling Activity

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Social casino list with free Sweeps Coins worth a closer look this Halloween

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Casino Plus banks on compliance to woo global partners

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