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Flutter Entertainment has officially confirmed that its PokerStars brand will be integrated into the FanDuel platform in North America. This strategic move marks a significant shift for the online gaming industry as the company looks to consolidate its assets under the FanDuel umbrella. The transition will see the poker platform rebranded to PokerStars Exclusively on FanDuel for players in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Ontario. The decision is designed to streamline operations by moving existing poker sites onto a dedicated FanDuel application and desktop site. This change will allow for a shared account and wallet across poker, casino, and sports…

The Eastside Cannery hotel tower was demolished early Thursday morning in a planned implosion that marked the end of the shuttered property on Boulder Highway. The sixteen story structure was brought down at approximately 2 a.m. on March 5, 2026, following years of vacancy. The site had been closed since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020 and never reopened to the public. Officials from Boyd Gaming, the company that owned the Eastside Cannery, previously stated that the decision to demolish the building stemmed from a lack of sufficient market demand to justify reopening the facility. The company had…

The United States commercial gaming industry achieved a significant financial milestone in 2025 as national gambling revenue reached a record high of 78.72 billion dollars. This figure represents a 9.2 percent increase over the previous year and marks the sixth consecutive year of growth for the sector. Data from the American Gaming Association indicates that the surge was fueled by gains across all major verticals, including traditional casino gaming, sports betting, and online gaming. Traditional brick and mortar casino gaming remained the largest contributor to the total, expanding 2.3 percent to 50.94 billion dollars. However, the most rapid growth occurred…

Sixty-eight teams… ten amazing sports books… and one city that does March Madness 2026 better than anywhere else! Las Vegas does college basketball big, with more than 70 sportsbooks across the city. But, choosing the right spot to watch can make or break your tournament experience. This Week in Gambling we’re counting down the 10 best Sin City sportsbooks to catch every buzzer-beater, big upset, and bracket-busting moment from the Big Dance!  From the luxury of Venetian to the madness of the Westgate, we’re listing our top 10 picks for Las Vegas sports books during March Madness 2026. We’ve compiled…

Following months of persistent rumors and high levels of fan speculation (and our video from last week which named the most likely next Vegas Sphere residencies), heavy metal legends Metallica have officially confirmed they will perform a limited engagement at the Sphere. The upcoming run of shows, titled Life Burns Faster, is scheduled for October 2026 and marks the first time a major hard rock act will take over the technologically advanced venue. The Metallica Sphere Residency will consist of eight performances spread across four weekends. Specifically, the band is set to take the stage on October 1, 3, 15,…

Caesars Entertainment is reportedly evaluating several takeover proposals following a significant decline in its market valuation. Sources familiar with the matter indicate that the gaming giant is exploring a potential sale after attracting interest from multiple parties. Among the prominent bidders is Fertitta Entertainment, the hospitality and casino group controlled by Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta. In addition to outside interest, the company is also weighing the possibility of a management led buyout as part of its strategic review. The news of potential acquisition interest triggered a sharp reaction on Wall Street. Shares of Caesars surged approximately 19 percent following the…

Building on the cult-classic nostalgia of the 1985 film, The Goonies Megaways Rapid Fire Jackpots from Blueprint Gaming serves as a high-octane successor in this beloved slot series. The game utilizes a 6-reel, 4-row grid that leverages the Megaways engine to deliver over 15,000 ways to win, ensuring that every spin is packed with potential. The defining addition to this installment is the Rapid Fire Jackpots mechanic, a high-frequency system that triggers a wheel feature where players can land massive multipliers reaching up to 1,000x their stake or claim one of five distinct progressive jackpots. Blueprint Gaming has expanded its…

A Wynn Resorts cyberattack has been confirmed, as the Las Vegas resort was the target of a significant data breach after a cybercriminal group known as ShinyHunters claimed to have exfiltrated sensitive information from the company. The public first learned of the attack when the resort operator was listed on the group’s data leak website in late February 2026. The hackers initially demanded a ransom of approximately 1.5 million dollars in Bitcoin and threatened to release over 800,000 records if their demands were not met. According to company statements and cybersecurity reports, the cyberattack primarily targeted employee data rather than…

Las Vegas Sphere has already welcomed some big-name performers, including the Eagles, Kenny Chesney, and U2. Now, rumors are flying, and everyone wants to know: Who will headline the next Sphere residency?! Well, the Sphere does not confirm new residencies until the ink on the contracts is dry, but that doesn’t stop folks from talking about them. And from local news outlets to the national media and even among some music industry insiders, several big names are being tossed around as possibly being the next headline acts. We begin with the bands rumored to be considering a run at the…

 February 23, 2026 Boyz II Men have officially announced their return to the Las Vegas Strip for a limited engagement at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas in 2026. The world renowned R&B group is scheduled to perform four exclusive shows at The Chelsea, marking their third consecutive year appearing at the venue. The upcoming performances are set for August 14, 15, 21, and 22. Known as the best selling R&B group of all time, the trio consisting of Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris, and Shawn Stockman continues to maintain a significant presence in the music industry. The group has sold over…

 February 20, 2026 The WSOP Las Vegas has officially released the daily event schedule for its fifty seventh annual series. The competition is set to return to the Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas on the Las Vegas Strip. The 2026 edition will feature one hundred gold bracelet events starting on May 26. This launch represents what organizers describe as a revamped summer lineup intended to build on the momentum of the record breaking 2025 season. The upcoming World Series of Poker will begin with several marquee tournaments designed to draw large crowds early in the summer. The opening…

Starburst Galaxy is the latest evolution of the iconic Starburst series. It transforms the classic experience into a dynamic 5×5 grid that can expand into a massive 7×7 layout. Built with Medium to High volatility for those chasing bigger swings, the game is fueled by a relentless mix of cascading wins and heavy-hitting multipliers. The action stays unpredictable thanks to Random and Expanding Wilds that dominate the screen, while the new Elevate Features kick the entire gameplay loop into high gear for a much more intense experience. The game is designed with a medium to high volatility level and offers…

Boyd Gaming Corporation has announced that its newest Southern Nevada property, Cadence Crossing, is scheduled to open in Henderson by late March 2026. The announcement came during an earnings call where executives expressed optimism for the coming year following a record performance in 2025. The new 50,000-square-foot facility is located along Boulder Highway and is designed to replace the aging Jokers Wild Casino. This project represents the first new casino development for the company in the Las Vegas Valley in more than two decades. The initial phase of Cadence Crossing will feature a 10,000-square-foot gaming floor equipped with 450 slot…

Could holograms remake Las Vegas Shows and entertainment? Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston have performed in Las Vegas posthumously. And someday the biggest stars in Sin City might not even be real.  So This Week in Gambling, we’re looking at past, present, and future holographic shows and projects headed to Sin City! What people define as entertainment is changing. These days, artists who no longer perform live or are no longer with us can still fill concert halls. But let’s be clear, these shows are not actually real holograms created with split laser beams, even though that is how they’re…

Las Vegas Super Bowl betting experienced the lowest level of betting activity for the NFL championship game in a decade, according to data released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The total amount wagered on the title game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots reached 133.8 million dollars, representing a significant drop from the figures recorded in recent years. The current handle for Vegas Super Bowl betting is the lowest reported since 2016, when 132.5 million dollars was wagered on the matchup between Denver and Carolina. This year’s total reflects an 11.7 percent decline from the 151.6…

FanDuel credit card deposits will soon be a thing f the past, as the operator has announced a major change to its payment policies. FanDuel has confirming that it will stop accepting credit cards for deposits across its United States platforms starting March 2, 2026. This decision applies to all of the company’s primary offerings, including FanDuel Sportsbook, FanDuel Casino, and FanDuel Racing. The company stated that the move follows an evaluation of its payment methods conducted over the last several months. According to a company spokesperson, the decision to remove this funding option was made to improve the deposit…