♠PokerInsider
Blue Chip Casino Workers Join Teamsters for Better Benefits and Higher Pay
News

Blue Chip Casino Workers Join Teamsters for Better Benefits and Higher Pay

Nearly two dozen slot attendants and dual rates at Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa in Michigan City have voted to join Teamsters Local 135, marking the first organizing win at Boyd Gaming.

August 4, 2026·1 min read
Illinois Lucky Day Lotto Player Wins $700,000 Jackpot
News

Illinois Lucky Day Lotto Player Wins $700,000 Jackpot

A Lucky Day Lotto player in Illinois has won a staggering $700,000 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at Franklin Food & Liquors, and the store is set to receive a $7,000 bonus.

August 4, 2026·1 min read
Flutter Entertainment Delists from London Stock Exchange, Focuses on US Market
News

Flutter Entertainment Delists from London Stock Exchange, Focuses on US Market

Flutter Entertainment has officially delisted from the London Stock Exchange, citing low trading volume and rising regulatory costs. The company will maintain its public offer on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

August 4, 2026·1 min read
Betfred Closes 132 Shops, 600 Jobs at Risk Due to Regulatory Pressure
News

Betfred Closes 132 Shops, 600 Jobs at Risk Due to Regulatory Pressure

Betfred is shutting down 132 betting shops across the UK, putting up to 600 jobs at risk. The move comes amid a tougher regulatory environment and follows warnings from the company's co-founder, Fred Done.

August 4, 2026·1 min read
Australian Gambling Firms Reject Claims of Offering Drugs and Alcohol to Former NRL Star
News

Australian Gambling Firms Reject Claims of Offering Drugs and Alcohol to Former NRL Star

Sportsbet and Tabcorp have denied allegations by Luke Bateman and Tim Costello that they offered drugs and alcohol to keep high-roller players engaged. The firms urge anyone with evidence to come forward.

August 4, 2026·1 min read
Jason Koon Makes History as Sole 2026 Poker Hall of Fame Inductee
News

Jason Koon Makes History as Sole 2026 Poker Hall of Fame Inductee

Jason Koon's induction into the Poker Hall of Fame marks a significant moment, but the lack of multiple inductees surprises many. Koon's achievements and the revised voting process are under the spotlight.

August 4, 2026·1 min read
Sydney Man Wins AU$3.33 Million with AU$5.75 Lottery Ticket
News

Sydney Man Wins AU$3.33 Million with AU$5.75 Lottery Ticket

A man from Gordon, Sydney, won AU$3.33 million in the Saturday Lotto with a AU$5.75 ticket. He plans to use his winnings to make a downpayment on his house, buy a new car, and go on vacation.

August 3, 2026·1 min read
Gujarat Police Arrest 150 in Major Gambling Raid at Sports Club
News

Gujarat Police Arrest 150 in Major Gambling Raid at Sports Club

A recent police operation in Gujarat, India, resulted in the arrest of 150 suspects involved in illegal gambling. The raid, one of the biggest in Ahmedabad, led to the seizure of equipment, cash, and cars.

August 3, 2026·1 min read
rAge 2026: South Africa's Ultimate Gaming Festival Returns with a Bang
News

rAge 2026: South Africa's Ultimate Gaming Festival Returns with a Bang

rAge 2026 is set to be the biggest gaming festival in South Africa, featuring esports, gaming, culture, anime, cosplay, and more. The event will take place from November 27-29, 2026, at Fourways Mall, Level 8 in Johannesburg.

August 3, 2026·1 min read