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                <title>Maryland Sweepstakes Casino Ban Fails After 2026 Session Deadline</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maryland&#x2019;s proposed sweepstakes casino ban failed to pass before the 2026 session ended, leaving operators active while future legislation remains possible. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maryland-sweepstakes-casino-ban-fails-after-lawmakers-miss-2026-session-deadline/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/maryland-sweepstakes-casino-ban-fails-after-lawmakers-miss-2026-session-deadline/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 17 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maine Sweepstakes Casino Ban Takes Effect as LD 2007 Restricts Dual-Currency Gaming</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maine&#x2019;s LD 2007 sweepstakes casino ban has taken effect, restricting dual-currency online games including slots, poker, bingo, and sports wagering. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maine-sweepstakes-casino-ban-takes-effect-as-ld-2007-restricts-dual-currency-gaming/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/maine-sweepstakes-casino-ban-takes-effect-as-ld-2007-restricts-dual-currency-gaming/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 16 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>VGW Expands Beyond Sweepstakes Casinos With Monopoly Match Launch</title>
                <description><![CDATA[VGW expands beyond sweepstakes casinos with Monopoly Match, adding a casual mobile game to its growing portfolio of gaming brands. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-expands-beyond-sweepstakes-casinos-with-monopoly-match-launch/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-expands-beyond-sweepstakes-casinos-with-monopoly-match-launch/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 15 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>DELULU Gaming Now Live on Stake.us with First Game Release</title>
                <description><![CDATA[DELULU Gaming is now live on Stake.us with its first game releases. Learn what the launch means for players and the growing sweepstakes market. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/delulu-gaming-now-live-on-stakeus-with-first-game-release/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stake.us Leaves Illinois After Gaming Board Action</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Stake.us is leaving Illinois after state gaming regulators issued cease-and-desist letters to sweepstakes operators, moving local accounts to redeem-only mode. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-leaves-illinois-after-gaming-board-action/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-leaves-illinois-after-gaming-board-action/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>RubyPlay Acquires Splash Tech as Jackpot Tools Become Bigger B2B Focus</title>
                <description><![CDATA[RubyPlay has agreed to acquire Splash Tech, adding jackpot technology and free-to-play engagement tools as suppliers move beyond casino cont <a href="https://www.stakester.com/rubyplay-acquires-splash-tech-as-jackpot-tools-become-bigger-b2b-focus/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/rubyplay-acquires-splash-tech-as-jackpot-tools-become-bigger-b2b-focus/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 09 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>B-Two Operations to Shut Down McLuck, Hello Millions, PlayFame, and SpinBlitz in Tennessee</title>
                <description><![CDATA[McLuck, Hello Millions, PlayFame, and SpinBlitz will shut down in Tennessee on July 13 as B-Two Operations exits the state. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/b-two-operations-to-shut-down-mcluck-hello-millions-playfame-and-spinblitz-in-tennessee/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/b-two-operations-to-shut-down-mcluck-hello-millions-playfame-and-spinblitz-in-tennessee/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 08 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Clubs Poker Becomes First Sweepstakes Poker Site to Exit Maine</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Clubs Poker has exited Maine ahead of the state&#x2019;s July sweepstakes ban, showing how the new law may affect poker-focused sweepstakes platforms. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/clubs-poker-becomes-first-sweepstakes-poker-site-to-exit-maine/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/clubs-poker-becomes-first-sweepstakes-poker-site-to-exit-maine/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Ohio Bill Targets Social Sportsbooks as House Bill 971 Proposes Sweeping Betting Restrictions</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Ohio House Bill 971 proposes major betting restrictions, raising new compliance questions for social sportsbooks and the wider gaming industry. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ohio-bill-targets-social-sportsbooks-as-house-bill-971-proposes-sweeping-betting-restrictions/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/ohio-bill-targets-social-sportsbooks-as-house-bill-971-proposes-sweeping-betting-restrictions/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 06 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>States Turn to Prediction Market Taxes as Sports Betting Revenue Battle Grows</title>
                <description><![CDATA[North Carolina and New Jersey are considering prediction market tax proposals as states look to capture revenue from sports-adjacent trading platforms. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/states-turn-to-prediction-market-taxes-as-sports-betting-revenue-battle-grows/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/states-turn-to-prediction-market-taxes-as-sports-betting-revenue-battle-grows/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 03 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana Sweepstakes Casino Operators Exit Following July 1 Restrictions</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Major sweepstakes casino brands, including MyPrize.us, Utech Solutions, and Blazesoft sites, have exited Indiana or ended Sweeps Coins. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sweepstakes-casino-operators-exit-following-july-1-restrictions/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sweepstakes-casino-operators-exit-following-july-1-restrictions/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 02 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sidepot and Fliff End Sweepstakes Operations in Iowa </title>
                <description><![CDATA[Sidepot and Fliff have ended sweepstakes operations in Iowa as the state increases scrutiny of unlicensed gaming and sweepstakes platforms. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sidepot-and-fliff-end-sweepstakes-operations-in-iowa/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/sidepot-and-fliff-end-sweepstakes-operations-in-iowa/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 01 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>June Marks a Turning Point for Sweepstakes Casino Regulation in the U.S.</title>
                <description><![CDATA[June brought major legal changes for sweepstakes casinos, including Oklahoma&#x2019;s ban, Iowa enforcement updates, Indiana and Maine exits, Illinois restrictions. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/june-marks-a-turning-point-for-sweepstakes-casino-regulation-in-the-us/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/june-marks-a-turning-point-for-sweepstakes-casino-regulation-in-the-us/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 30 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules Skill Games Illegal Under State Law</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that skill games are illegal under state law, ending years of legal uncertainty for operators and businesses. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-supreme-court-rules-skill-games-illegal-under-state-law/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-supreme-court-rules-skill-games-illegal-under-state-law/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 29 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Oklahoma Sweepstakes Casino Ban Set to Take Effect in November</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Oklahoma&#x2019;s sweepstakes casino ban takes effect November 1, 2026, targeting dual-currency casino models, operators, affiliates, and platform providers. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-sweepstakes-casino-ban-set-to-take-effect-in-november/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-sweepstakes-casino-ban-set-to-take-effect-in-november/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 26 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee Sports Betting Handle Holds Near $443 Million in May 2026 </title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee sportsbooks reported $443 million in May 2026 wagers, showing steady online betting volume and stable revenue under the state&#x2019;s handle-based tax model. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-sports-betting-handle-hits-443m-in-may/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-sports-betting-handle-hits-443m-in-may/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 25 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Kickr Pivots Social Sportsbook Model Toward Skill Games With GetGud Integration</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Kickr has shifted from its social sportsbook model to skill-based gaming through a partnership with GetGud following its March 2026 closure. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/kickr-pivots-social-sportsbook-model-toward-skill-games-with-getgud-integration/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/kickr-pivots-social-sportsbook-model-toward-skill-games-with-getgud-integration/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 24 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>High 5 Casino, Baba Casino and Lucky Bunny Pull Back From Iowa</title>
                <description><![CDATA[High 5 Casino, Baba Casino, and Lucky Bunny are restricting Iowa access before new enforcement powers against illegal sweepstakes take effect July 1. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/high-5-casino-baba-casino-and-lucky-bunny-pull-back-from-iowa/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/high-5-casino-baba-casino-and-lucky-bunny-pull-back-from-iowa/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 23 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stake.us Updates Exclusive Slots Requirements, Expands Sweepstakes Casino Game Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Stake.us updated access requirements for exclusive slot titles and expanded its sweepstakes casino game library with new releases. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-updates-exclusive-slots-requirements-expands-sweepstakes-casino-game-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-updates-exclusive-slots-requirements-expands-sweepstakes-casino-game-library/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 22 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Prediction Markets Challenge Sportsbooks as World Cup Betting Demand Surges</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Prediction markets are gaining attention during the 2026 World Cup as betting demand expands across sportsbooks, event-based platforms, and social sportsbooks. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/prediction-markets-challenge-sportsbooks-as-world-cup-betting-demand-surges/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/prediction-markets-challenge-sportsbooks-as-world-cup-betting-demand-surges/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 19 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Kentucky&#x2019;s lawsuits put prediction markets and sweepstakes casinos under fresh legal pressure.</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Kentucky&#x2019;s attorney general has sued Kalshi, Polymarket, and VGW, escalating legal pressure on prediction markets and sweepstakes casino platforms. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/kentucky-s-lawsuits-put-prediction-markets-and-sweepstakes-casinos-under-fresh-legal-pressure/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/kentucky-s-lawsuits-put-prediction-markets-and-sweepstakes-casinos-under-fresh-legal-pressure/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 18 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Chumba Casino Revenue Highlights Strength of the Sweepstakes Casino Market</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Chumba Casino parent company VGW reported $7.3 billion AUD in revenue, highlighting the continued growth of the U.S. sweepstakes casino market. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/chumba-casino-revenue-highlights-strength-of-the-sweepstakes-casino-market/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/chumba-casino-revenue-highlights-strength-of-the-sweepstakes-casino-market/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 17 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>AGA Report Puts Alternative Gaming Tax Gap in the Spotlight</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The AGA&#x2019;s latest revenue tracker shows regulated gaming growth while raising new questions about sweepstakes casinos, skill games, and tax obligations. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/aga-report-puts-alternative-gaming-tax-gap-in-the-spotlight/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/aga-report-puts-alternative-gaming-tax-gap-in-the-spotlight/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 16 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pragmatic Play Reaffirms Focus on Legal iGaming Following US Sweepstakes Exit</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pragmatic Play is prioritizing legal iGaming markets after exiting US sweepstakes casinos, with continued focus on slots and live casino. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pragmatic-play-reaffirms-focus-on-legal-igaming-following-us-sweepstakes-exit/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/pragmatic-play-reaffirms-focus-on-legal-igaming-following-us-sweepstakes-exit/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 15 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pennsylvania Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Restrict Betting App Access at Schools</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania lawmakers propose restricting betting app access on school grounds, raising new compliance and responsible gaming questions. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-lawmakers-introduce-bill-to-restrict-betting-app-access-at-schools/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-lawmakers-introduce-bill-to-restrict-betting-app-access-at-schools/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 12 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>2026 World Cup Could Become the Biggest Betting Event in History</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup could become the biggest betting event in history, with expanded matches, global interest, and rising sportsbook activity. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/2026-world-cup-could-become-the-biggest-betting-event-in-history/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/2026-world-cup-could-become-the-biggest-betting-event-in-history/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 11 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Rhode Island Advances SB 3118 to Expand Sportsbook Competition</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Rhode Island lawmakers advanced SB 3118, a proposal that could expand sports betting by allowing more sportsbook operators. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/rhode-island-advances-sb-3118-to-expand-sportsbook-competition/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/rhode-island-advances-sb-3118-to-expand-sportsbook-competition/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 10 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>2026 World Cup Odds Arrive on Social Sportsbooks Ahead of June 11</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Social sportsbooks are rolling out 2026 World Cup markets before the June 11 kickoff, including winner, group-stage, match, and live prediction options. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/social-sportsbooks-roll-out-2026-world-cup-markets-before-kickoff/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/social-sportsbooks-roll-out-2026-world-cup-markets-before-kickoff/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 09 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Illinois Restrictions Blazesoft to End Sweeps Coins Across Multiple Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Blazesoft ended Sweeps Coins in Illinois on June 7, 2026, affecting Yay Casino, Zula Casino, Luck Party, Sportzino, and more. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/illinois-restrictions-blazesoft-to-end-sweeps-coins-across-multiple-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/illinois-restrictions-blazesoft-to-end-sweeps-coins-across-multiple-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 08 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Subscription Model Becomes New Legal Test for Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[A gaming attorney warns that subscription sweepstakes casinos may still face legal risk if paid memberships connect to chance-based games and redeemable prizes. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/subscription-model-becomes-new-legal-test-for-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/subscription-model-becomes-new-legal-test-for-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 05 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>McLuck, Hello Millions and PlayFame Prepare Indiana and Maine Exits</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Major sweepstakes casinos including McLuck, Hello Millions, and PlayFame are preparing Indiana and Maine exits before new July state deadlines take effect. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/mcluck-hello-millions-and-playfame-prepare-indiana-and-maine-exits/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/mcluck-hello-millions-and-playfame-prepare-indiana-and-maine-exits/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 04 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Colorado Banning Certain Sports Betting Practices Through Protection Bill</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Colorado has become the first U.S. state to ban certain sports betting promotional practices through the Colorado Sports Betting Protection Bill. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/colorado-banning-certain-sports-betting-practices-through-protection-bill/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/colorado-banning-certain-sports-betting-practices-through-protection-bill/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 03 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Iowa Sweepstakes Casino Crackdown Moves Forward After Governor Signs SF 2289</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Iowa&#x2019;s SF 2289 is now law, giving regulators stronger tools to act against illegal sweepstakes casinos and unlicensed gambling operators from July 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/iowa-sweepstakes-casino-crackdown-moves-forward-after-governor-signs-sf-2289/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/iowa-sweepstakes-casino-crackdown-moves-forward-after-governor-signs-sf-2289/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 02 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Minnesota Sweepstakes Casino Ban Bill Falls Short of Final Passage</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Minnesota lawmakers failed to pass SF 4474, a bill that would have banned sweepstakes casinos, leaving the industry&#x27;s future uncertain in the state. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-sweepstakes-casino-ban-bill-falls-short-of-final-passage/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-sweepstakes-casino-ban-bill-falls-short-of-final-passage/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 01 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Three Governors Sign Bills Increasing Pressure on Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee, Louisiana, and Iowa governors signed new bills affecting sweepstakes casinos, with tighter rules on online sweepstakes games and illegal gambling. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/three-governors-sign-bills-increasing-pressure-on-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/three-governors-sign-bills-increasing-pressure-on-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>US Senate Hearing Intensifies Scrutiny on Prediction Markets</title>
                <description><![CDATA[A recent U.S. Senate hearing placed prediction markets under renewed scrutiny as lawmakers debated sports event contracts and market classification. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/us-senate-hearing-intensifies-scrutiny-on-prediction-markets/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/us-senate-hearing-intensifies-scrutiny-on-prediction-markets/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Gaming Attorney Warns Sweepstakes Casino Pivots May Still Face Scrutiny</title>
                <description><![CDATA[A gaming attorney says new sweepstakes casino pivots may still face legal risk if paid play, chance, and redeemable prizes remain part of the model. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/gaming-attorney-warns-sweepstakes-casino-pivots-still-carry-legal-risk/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/gaming-attorney-warns-sweepstakes-casino-pivots-still-carry-legal-risk/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Gold Treasure Casino Pauses Operations With 10-Day Redemption Window</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Gold Treasure Casino has temporarily shut down operations, giving players 10 days to redeem eligible balances. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/gold-treasure-casino-temporarily-shuts-down-operations/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/gold-treasure-casino-temporarily-shuts-down-operations/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Evolution Launches $2.3 Billion Share Buyback Program Amid Strong Growth in Online Gaming</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Evolution unveils a $2.3 billion share buyback program as online gaming growth and strong financial performance continue in 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/evolution-launches-23-billion-share-buyback-program-amid-strong-growth-in-online-gaming/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/evolution-launches-23-billion-share-buyback-program-amid-strong-growth-in-online-gaming/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>TRUEiGTECH Launches TIGSweepstakes for U.S. Sweepstakes Casino Operators</title>
                <description><![CDATA[TRUEiGTECH has launched TIGSweepstakes, a turnkey software solution for operators looking to build sweepstakes casino platforms in the U.S. market. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/trueigtech-launches-tigsweepstakes-for-us-sweepstakes-casino-operators/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/trueigtech-launches-tigsweepstakes-for-us-sweepstakes-casino-operators/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>ARB Interactive Says Sweepstakes Operators Chose Negotiation Over Litigation</title>
                <description><![CDATA[ARB Interactive CEO Patrick Fechtmeyer says sweepstakes operators have favored negotiation over litigation as state pressure on the industry grows. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/arb-interactive-says-sweepstakes-operators-chose-negotiation-over-litigation/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/arb-interactive-says-sweepstakes-operators-chose-negotiation-over-litigation/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>New York Gaming Commission Warns Against Sweepstakes Casinos Amid Enforcement Concerns</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The New York State Gaming Commission warns residents against sweepstakes casinos and prediction markets on unlicensed gaming platforms operating in the state. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/new-york-gaming-commission-warns-against-sweepstakes-casinos-amid-enforcement-concerns/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/new-york-gaming-commission-warns-against-sweepstakes-casinos-amid-enforcement-concerns/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Oklahoma Enacts Sweepstakes Casino Ban Following Veto Override</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Oklahoma has enacted a sweepstakes casino ban after lawmakers overrode the governor&#x2019;s veto, expanding enforcement powers against dual-currency gaming platforms <a href="https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-enacts-sweepstakes-casino-ban-following-veto-override/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-enacts-sweepstakes-casino-ban-following-veto-override/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Senators Push Federal Ban on Gambling Ads Targeting Minors</title>
                <description><![CDATA[A new bipartisan Senate bill would ban digital gambling ads aimed at minors and let the FTC impose penalties of up to $100,000 per ad. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/senators-push-federal-ban-on-gambling-ads-targeting-minors/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/senators-push-federal-ban-on-gambling-ads-targeting-minors/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Louisiana Passes Dual-Currency Ban, Pushing Sweepstakes Casinos Toward Racketeering Risk</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana passed HB 883, a bill that classifies dual-currency online gambling as illegal and strengthens the path to racketeering exposure. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-passes-dual-currency-ban-pushing-sweepstakes-casinos-toward-racketeering-risk/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-passes-dual-currency-ban-pushing-sweepstakes-casinos-toward-racketeering-risk/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pulsz Social Casino, Onyx Odds, and Funzpoints Expand Restricted State Lists Amid Sweepstakes Casino Scrutiny</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pulsz, Onyx Odds, and Funzpoints have expanded restricted state lists as regulatory pressure on sweepstakes casinos continues growing across multiple US market <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pulsz-social-casino-onyx-odds-and-funzpoints-expand-restricted-state-lists-amid-sweepstakes-casino-scrutiny/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/pulsz-social-casino-onyx-odds-and-funzpoints-expand-restricted-state-lists-amid-sweepstakes-casino-scrutiny/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Louisiana and Minnesota Advance Remaining Sweepstakes Casino Bills</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana and Minnesota both advanced active sweepstakes casino bills this week, keeping pressure on dual-currency operators and vendors. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-and-minnesota-advance-remaining-sweepstakes-casino-bills/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-and-minnesota-advance-remaining-sweepstakes-casino-bills/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Playtika Shifts Away From Social Casino Focus as Casual Gaming Portfolio Expands</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Playtika is continuing to shift away from social casino gaming as the company increases focus on casual mobile titles like Disney Solitaire. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/playtika-shifts-away-from-social-casino-focus-as-casual-gaming-portfolio-expands/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/playtika-shifts-away-from-social-casino-focus-as-casual-gaming-portfolio-expands/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Betsoft Launches The Neighbor Wars as Latest Entry in THE Series</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Betsoft has launched The Neighbor Wars, a new high-volatility slot in THE Series featuring suburban rivalry themes, Hold &amp; Win mechanics, and story gameplay. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/betsoft-launches-the-neighbor-wars-as-latest-entry-in-the-series/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/betsoft-launches-the-neighbor-wars-as-latest-entry-in-the-series/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Oklahoma Passes Sweepstakes Casino Ban - Tightening Pressure on Dual-Currency Platforms</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Oklahoma lawmakers have passed legislation targeting sweepstakes casinos, adding pressure on operators as more states increase scrutiny in 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-passes-sweepstakes-casino-ban-tightening-pressure-on-dual-currency-platforms/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-passes-sweepstakes-casino-ban-tightening-pressure-on-dual-currency-platforms/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>WOW Vegas Ends Sweeps Coin Play in Illinois as Ruby Sweeps Exits Indiana</title>
                <description><![CDATA[WOW Vegas has ended Sweeps Coin play in Illinois, while Ruby Sweeps has exited Indiana as state pressure on sweepstakes casinos grows. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/wow-vegas-ends-sc-play-in-illinois-ruby-sweeps-exits-indiana/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/wow-vegas-ends-sc-play-in-illinois-ruby-sweeps-exits-indiana/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Colorado Advances Sports Betting Bill Targeting Problem Gambling Protections</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Colorado lawmakers advance a sports betting bill introducing stricter safeguards on player behavior, advertising, and operator responsibility to address... <a href="https://www.stakester.com/colorado-advances-sports-betting-bill-targeting-problem-gambling-protections/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/colorado-advances-sports-betting-bill-targeting-problem-gambling-protections/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>New York Introduces Bill Targeting Sweepstakes Casino Advertising to Minors</title>
                <description><![CDATA[New York&#x2019;s Senate Bill 10092 proposes stricter rules on sweepstakes casino advertising, aiming to limit exposure to minors and reshape how operators market... <a href="https://www.stakester.com/new-york-introduces-bill-targeting-sweepstakes-casino-advertising-to-minors/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/new-york-introduces-bill-targeting-sweepstakes-casino-advertising-to-minors/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 30 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee Moves to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos as Bill Heads to Governor</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee advances House Bill 1885, aiming to ban sweepstakes casinos using dual-currency models. The proposal now awaits Governor Bill Lee&#x2019;s decision. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-moves-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos-as-bill-heads-to-governor/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-moves-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos-as-bill-heads-to-governor/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 30 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Federal Law Gives Prediction Markets Stronger Cover Than Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[A new legal analysis says prediction markets have stronger federal protection than sweepstakes casinos, which remain exposed to state enforcement. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/federal-law-gives-prediction-markets-stronger-cover-than-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/federal-law-gives-prediction-markets-stronger-cover-than-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 28 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Iowa Sweepstakes Bill Nears Final Vote as Session Runs Past Deadline</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Iowa lawmakers are still considering SF 2289, a bill that would give regulators power to act against unlicensed sweepstakes casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/iowa-sweepstakes-bill-nears-final-vote-as-session-runs-past-deadline/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/iowa-sweepstakes-bill-nears-final-vote-as-session-runs-past-deadline/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 28 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Louisiana Anti-Sweepstakes Casinos Bill Fails to Pass (Leaving Current Market Intact)</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana lawmakers reject a bill targeting sweepstakes casinos, leaving current rules unchanged but maintaining regulatory pressure on dual-currency models. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-anti-sweepstakes-casinos-bill-fails-to-pass-leaving-current-market-intact/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-anti-sweepstakes-casinos-bill-fails-to-pass-leaving-current-market-intact/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 27 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee Sweepstakes Bill Sent to Conference Committee</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee lawmakers sent SB 2136 to a conference committee after the Senate rejected a House rewrite that stripped direct sweepstakes language. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-sweepstakes-bill-heads-to-conference-committee-after-senate-rejects-house-rewrite/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-sweepstakes-bill-heads-to-conference-committee-after-senate-rejects-house-rewrite/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 24 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maryland Sweepstakes Casino Ban Stalls as 2026 Session Ends</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maryland&#x2019;s 2026 session ended without passing two House-backed sweepstakes casino ban bills after both stalled in the Senate. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maryland-sweepstakes-casino-ban-stalls-as-2026-session-ends/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/maryland-sweepstakes-casino-ban-stalls-as-2026-session-ends/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 23 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pennsylvania iGaming Slot Revenue Reaches New Levels to Signal Market Expansion</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania iGaming slot revenue reaches a new level, highlighting steady growth, strong player demand, and the continued expansion of the state&#x2019;s regulated.. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-igaming-slot-revenue-reaches-new-levels-to-signal-market-expansion/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-igaming-slot-revenue-reaches-new-levels-to-signal-market-expansion/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 22 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>BetMGM Partners With Octoplay to Launch Elvis-Themed Slots</title>
                <description><![CDATA[BetMGM partners with Octoplay to launch Elvis-themed slots across regulated markets, signaling a growing focus on exclusive branded iGaming content and... <a href="https://www.stakester.com/betmgm-partners-with-octoplay-to-launch-elvis-themed-slots/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/betmgm-partners-with-octoplay-to-launch-elvis-themed-slots/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 20 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Louisiana Legislature Moves Closer to Classifying Sweepstakes Casinos as Racketeering</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana lawmakers are advancing HB 53 and HB 883, two bills that could classify sweepstakes casino activity under racketeering law. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-bills-push-sweepstakes-casinos-toward-racketeering-classification/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-bills-push-sweepstakes-casinos-toward-racketeering-classification/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 17 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Mega Frenzy Shut Down, Players Face April 30 Redemption Deadline</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Mega Frenzy says it will shut down on April 30, 2026, giving players a limited window to use balances and complete prize redemptions. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/mega-frenzy-final-shut-down-players-face-april-30-redemption-deadline/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/mega-frenzy-final-shut-down-players-face-april-30-redemption-deadline/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 16 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>1Spin4Win Partners with IGP to Expand Classic Slot Distribution</title>
                <description><![CDATA[1Spin4Win partners with IGP to expand classic slots like Luxury Lines worldwide. Boost retention with proven, mobile-optimized games via seamless integrations. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/1spin4win-partners-with-igp-to-expand-classic-slot-distribution/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/1spin4win-partners-with-igp-to-expand-classic-slot-distribution/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 15 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>BGaming Launches Fishing Club 2 With New Features</title>
                <description><![CDATA[BGaming has launched Fishing Club 2, adding new bonus features, player customization, and three location settings to its casual sequel. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/bgaming-launches-fishing-club-2-with-more-player-control/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/bgaming-launches-fishing-club-2-with-more-player-control/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 14 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Washington DC Proposes Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos While Expanding iGaming</title>
                <description><![CDATA[DC&#x27;s bold Bill B26-0174 eyes sweeping ban on sweepstakes casinos like Stake.us by 2028, paving the way for regulated online slots and poker. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/washington-dc-proposes-ban-on-sweepstakes-casinos-while-expanding-igaming/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/washington-dc-proposes-ban-on-sweepstakes-casinos-while-expanding-igaming/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 13 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Minnesota Sweeps Ban Bill Clears Third Committee</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Minnesota&#x2019;s sweepstakes casino ban bill cleared its third committee, keeping SF 4474 alive as lawmakers push deeper into the session. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-sweeps-ban-bill-clears-third-committee/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-sweeps-ban-bill-clears-third-committee/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee Drops Sweeps Ban and Orders Study on Regulation</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee lawmakers amended HB 1885, replacing a sweepstakes casino ban with a study on regulation, taxation, and possible state revenue <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-sweeps-bill-shifts-from-ban-to-regulation-study/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-sweeps-bill-shifts-from-ban-to-regulation-study/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 09 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Oklahoma&#x27;s SB1589 Moves Forward: A Potential End to Sweepstakes Casinos by 2026</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Oklahoma&#x27;s SB1589 clears key hurdles, eyeing a 2026 ban on sweepstakes casinos. What it means for players, operators, and the future of online gaming. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/oklahomas-sb1589-moves-forward-a-potential-end-to-sweepstakes-casinos-by-2026/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/oklahomas-sb1589-moves-forward-a-potential-end-to-sweepstakes-casinos-by-2026/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 08 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweepstakes Casino Bills Face Hearings in Three States This Week</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Tennessee are all set to hear sweepstakes casino bills this week, adding fresh pressure on the industry. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-oklahoma-tennessee-sweepstakes-bills-set-for-hearings/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-oklahoma-tennessee-sweepstakes-bills-set-for-hearings/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 07 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Evolution&#x27;s 2025 Revenue Stalls as iGaming Headwinds Build</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Evolution AB&#x27;s 2025 revenue grew just 1.3% to 2.1B amid iGaming slowdowns. Q4 up 0.7%, slots surged 35%, but North America fell 2.6%. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/evolutions-2025-revenue-stalls-as-igaming-headwinds-build/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/evolutions-2025-revenue-stalls-as-igaming-headwinds-build/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 06 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Arizona&#x2019;s Kalshi Case Triggers Federal Lawsuit</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Arizona&#x2019;s prosecution of Kalshi has sparked a federal lawsuit, escalating the fight over prediction markets and regulatory authority. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/arizona-s-kalshi-case-triggers-federal-lawsuit-over-prediction-market-oversight/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/arizona-s-kalshi-case-triggers-federal-lawsuit-over-prediction-market-oversight/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 03 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana Signs Law Targeting Sweepstakes Casino Models</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Governor Eric Holcomb signs Senate Bill 259, legalizing sweepstakes casinos in Indiana! <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-signs-law-targeting-sweepstakes-casino-models/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-signs-law-targeting-sweepstakes-casino-models/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 02 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>PlayStar Partners with Strive Gaming for Next-Level iGaming Platform</title>
                <description><![CDATA[PlayStar partners with Strive Gaming to launch Gammastack-powered iGaming for smoother gameplay and expansion plans in the booming U.S. market. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/playstar-partners-with-strive-gaming-for-next-level-igaming-platform/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/playstar-partners-with-strive-gaming-for-next-level-igaming-platform/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 01 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Louisiana House Moves Racketeering Bill Targeting Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana lawmakers advanced HB 53, a bill that would classify sweepstakes casino activity under the state&#x2019;s racketeering law. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-house-moves-to-class-sweepstakes-casinos-as-racketeering/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-house-moves-to-class-sweepstakes-casinos-as-racketeering/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 01 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sports Leagues and Unions Push CFTC for Stronger Control Over Prediction Markets</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Major sports leagues and unions are urging the CFTC to impose stronger safeguards on prediction markets tied to sporting events. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sports-leagues-push-cftc-to-tighten-prediction-market-rules/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sports-leagues-push-cftc-to-tighten-prediction-market-rules/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 01 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>RubyPlay Makes Its Move into West Virginia&#x27;s iGaming Scene</title>
                <description><![CDATA[RubyPlay launches its hit slots like Royal Golden Dragon in West Virginia via Playmount&#x27;s Crazy Time Casino.&#xA0;CEO quotes and the state&#x27;s iGaming boom. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/rubyplay-makes-its-move-into-west-virginias-igaming-scene/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/rubyplay-makes-its-move-into-west-virginias-igaming-scene/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 31 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pennsylvania Cracks Down on BetMGM After KYC Failures</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania fined BetMGM $100,000 after regulators found KYC failures that allowed fraudulent accounts to stay active for extended periods. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-hits-betmgm-with-100k-fine-over-player-verification-failures/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/pennsylvania-hits-betmgm-with-100k-fine-over-player-verification-failures/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 27 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maryland Beats the Clock - Two Sweepstakes Casino Bills Move to Senate</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maryland beats the crossover deadline as two sweepstakes casino bills pass, tightening enforcement and signalling a tougher stance on dual-currency gaming. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maryland-s-house-passes-two-sweepstakes-casino-bills/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/maryland-s-house-passes-two-sweepstakes-casino-bills/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 26 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sportradar Launches PlayRadar iGaming Brand</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Sportradar expands into social casino gaming with PlayRadar, a new iGaming brand offering slots, table games, and crash games for regulated markets. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sportradar-launches-playradar-igaming-brand/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sportradar-launches-playradar-igaming-brand/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 26 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Minnesota Pushes Ahead with Bills Targeting Sweepstakes Casinos and Prediction Markets</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Minnesota  advance bills targeting sweepstakes casinos and prediction markets, moving to close gambling loopholes as the proposals face key committee votes. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-pushes-bills-on-sweeps-casinos-and-prediction-markets/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-pushes-bills-on-sweeps-casinos-and-prediction-markets/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 26 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>California AB 2617 Push to Ban Sports Betting Ads Heats Up</title>
                <description><![CDATA[California&#x27;s AB 2617 could outlaw all sports betting ads targeting residents, making it the first U.S. state to do so, in response to pushback <a href="https://www.stakester.com/california-ab-2617-push-to-ban-sports-betting-ads-heats-up/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/california-ab-2617-push-to-ban-sports-betting-ads-heats-up/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 25 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Betr Social Casino Now Live in 30&#x2B; States- Here&#x2019;s What We Know </title>
                <description><![CDATA[Betr Social Casino launches in 30&#x2B; states after January pre-reg, offering 300&#x2B; games via the Betr app. Get $500 Betr Bucks, VIP perks &amp; fast redemptions. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/betr-launches-social-casino-in-30plus-states/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/betr-launches-social-casino-in-30plus-states/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 23 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Massachusetts iGaming Regulation and Potential Sweepstakes Casino Ban Pushed Off Until 2027</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Massachusetts shelves H.4431 until 2027, delaying regulated casinos and a potential sweepstakes casino ban&#x2014;giving operators a reprieve in the gray market <a href="https://www.stakester.com/massachusetts-igaming-bill-h4431-delayed-to-2027/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/massachusetts-igaming-bill-h4431-delayed-to-2027/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 20 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana Makes History: First 2026 State to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos&#x2019; Dual-Currency Model</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Indiana just became the first state in 2026 to outlaw the dual-currency model.  It marks a major shift in regulations and raises questions for operators. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-outlaws-sweepstakes-casinos-dual-currency-system/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-outlaws-sweepstakes-casinos-dual-currency-system/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 19 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Massachusetts Hits Major Sportsbooks with Fines Over Compliance Breaches</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Massachusetts Gaming Commission slaps FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM with over $1.1M in fines for underage access risks and compliance breaches. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/massachusetts-hits-major-sportsbooks-with-fines-over-compliance-breaches/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/massachusetts-hits-major-sportsbooks-with-fines-over-compliance-breaches/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 18 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>SGLA&#x2019;s Ostrow Pushes For Regulation, Not Ban, of Sweepstakes Casinos in Virginia</title>
                <description><![CDATA[SGLA&#x2019;s Sean Ostrow urges Virginia lawmakers to regulate, not ban, sweepstakes casinos. Read more about Ostrow&#x2019;s insights here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ostrow-pushes-for-regulation-of-virginia-s-sweeps-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/ostrow-pushes-for-regulation-of-virginia-s-sweeps-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 18 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Virginia iGaming Effort Collapses in 2026, Delaying Sweepstakes Crackdown</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Virginia&#x2019;s 2026 session fails. Discover why the iGaming compromise collapsed and what this means for the future of sweepstakes casinos in the state. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/virginia-igaming-effort-collapses-in-2026-delaying-sweepstakes-crackdown/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/virginia-igaming-effort-collapses-in-2026-delaying-sweepstakes-crackdown/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 17 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Minnesota Strikes at Sweeps: SF4474 Eyes Total Ban on Sweepstakes Casino Games</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Minnesota&#x27;s SF4474 targets a total ban on sweepstakes casino games, threatening operators with market exclusion amid AG Ellison&#x27;s crackdown. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-files-sf4474-banning-sweepstakes-casino-games/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-files-sf4474-banning-sweepstakes-casino-games/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 16 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweeps Casino Regulation Expands as Operators Pivot to Aggressive Marketing &#x2013; US Sweeps Bills That Mattered This Week</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Sweeps casino regulations expand across US states as operators like Modo and VGW pivot to aggressive marketing amid key bills. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casino-regulations-expand-this-week/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casino-regulations-expand-this-week/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 13 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>MLGCA Backs Maryland Sweepstakes Bill as Momentum Builds</title>
                <description><![CDATA[MLGCA endorses Maryland&#x27;s sweepstakes bill amid rising momentum to crack down on illegal online gambling and unlicensed sites like sweepstakes casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maryland-sweepstakes-bill-gets-mlgca-support/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/maryland-sweepstakes-bill-gets-mlgca-support/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 12 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Modo Casino Fuels Aggressive Marketing Push with Latest BWT Alpine F1 Team Collab</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Modo Casino fuels its marketing blitz with a high-octane BWT Alpine F1 Team collab. Learn about the campaign, the giveaways, Pierre Gasly tie-ins. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/modo-casino-accelerates-marketing-with-bwt-alpine-f1-collab/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/modo-casino-accelerates-marketing-with-bwt-alpine-f1-collab/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 11 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Virginia Moves to Reconcile Competing iGaming Bills Under an Updated Legislative Timeline</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Virginia lawmakers reconcile competing iGaming bills HB 161 &amp; SB 118 to legalize online casinos, ban sweepstakes. Conference eyes March 14 deadline. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/virginia-moves-to-reconcile-igaming-bills-under-new-timeline/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/virginia-moves-to-reconcile-igaming-bills-under-new-timeline/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 11 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee&#x2019;s Senate Approves SB2136; Bill Now Moves to House</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee Senate unanimously approves SB2136, banning sweepstakes casinos via broad &quot;virtual currency&quot; language. Bill now heads to the House for final action. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-senate-greenlights-sb2136-sending-it-to-house/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-senate-greenlights-sb2136-sending-it-to-house/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 10 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Baltimore Launches Major Lawsuit Against Top Sweepstakes Casino Operators, Including VGW and High 5</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Baltimore files a major lawsuit against leading sweepstakes casinos, targeting operators like VGW and High 5 over allegedly illegal online gambling practices. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/baltimore-sues-top-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/baltimore-sues-top-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 09 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Florida&#x2019;s Sweepstakes Casino Bill Gets Senate Vote, Gears Up for a House Vote</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Florida Senate passes SB1580, a bill that could ban sweepstakes casinos via a new internet gambling definition. House vote imminent before March 13 session. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/florida-senate-passes-sweeps-casino-bill-heads-to-house/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/florida-senate-passes-sweeps-casino-bill-heads-to-house/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 09 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Kickr to Shut Down March 31st Amid Sweeps Casino Market Shakeup</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Kickr will shut down on March 31, marking another major shakeup in the sweepstakes casino market as players rush to withdraw and find alternative platforms. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/kickr-will-close-by-march-31/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/kickr-will-close-by-march-31/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 06 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>For the Second Year in a Row, Mississippi&#x2019;s Attempt to Ban Sweepstakes Fails</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Mississippi&#x2019;s second attempt to ban sweepstakes casinos has failed again in 2026, keeping operators active as lawmakers struggle to pass a definitive prohibition <a href="https://www.stakester.com/mississippi-s-second-attempt-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos-fails/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/mississippi-s-second-attempt-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos-fails/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 05 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Smiles Casino Marks First Sweeps Exit from Illinois Amid Record Cease-and-Desist Issuance</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Smiles Casino becomes the first sweepstakes platform to exit Illinois following a record wave of cease-and-desist orders against online casino operators. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/smiles-casino-exits-illinois-after-letters/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/smiles-casino-exits-illinois-after-letters/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 05 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Oklahoma Senate Approves Bill Amending Gambling Statute to Target Sweepstakes-Style Casino Games</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Oklahoma Senate advances SB 1589, amending gambling laws to define and penalize sweepstakes-style games. Track implications for operators here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-senate-passes-sb1859-to-update-gambling-laws/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/oklahoma-senate-passes-sb1859-to-update-gambling-laws/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 04 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>VGW Teases Multi-Year Partnership with WWE</title>
                <description><![CDATA[VGW announces a multi-year collaboration with WWE, pairing its social casino brands with WWE&#x2019;s global fanbase through co-branded content, events, and promotions. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-announces-long-term-collaboration-with-wwe/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-announces-long-term-collaboration-with-wwe/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 04 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>March Problem Gambling Awareness Month Spotlights Sweepstakes Casinos&#x27; Safer Play Model</title>
                <description><![CDATA[March Problem Gambling Awareness Month highlights sweepstakes casinos&#x27; safer play model, with voluntary tools like self-limits, time-outs &amp; self-exclusion. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-observe-responsible-gambling-month/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-observe-responsible-gambling-month/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 03 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>High 5 Entertainment Faces New Federal Class Action Suit in Mississippi</title>
                <description><![CDATA[High 5 Entertainment sued in a new Mississippi federal class action alleging an unlawful sweeps model. Details on the Goodwin case and the Washington case here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/high-5-entertainment-hit-with-class-action-in-mississippi/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/high-5-entertainment-hit-with-class-action-in-mississippi/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 03 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Crown Coins Casino Faces New Class Action Lawsuit in Ohio</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Crown Coins faces a new Ohio class action lawsuit alleging illegal gambling ops. Explore the claims, history of sweeps scrutiny in the Buckeye State. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/crown-coins-targeted-in-fresh-ohio-class-action-lawsuit/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/crown-coins-targeted-in-fresh-ohio-class-action-lawsuit/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 02 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pre-Filed Louisiana Bill Puts Dual-Currency Sweepstakes Casinos on the Chopping Block</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pre-filed Louisiana bill targets dual-currency sites, signaling a major crackdown that could force operators to exit, rebrand, or overhaul their gaming models. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-prefiles-bill-targeting-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-prefiles-bill-targeting-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 02 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana Sweepstakes Bill Races to Governor&#x27;s Desk</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Indiana&#x27;s sweepstakes bill advances to the Governor&#x27;s desk, offering a balanced regulatory path that could generate revenue while protecting consumers. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sweepstakes-regulation-bill-heads-to-governor/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sweepstakes-regulation-bill-heads-to-governor/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 27 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Virginia&#x2019;s Sweepstakes Gold Mine: New Fees Could Net Over $30 Million a Year</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Virginia eyes a sweepstakes windfall as new annual license fees and player purchase taxes could generate over $30 million a year in fresh state revenue. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-can-generate-30m-for-virginia/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-can-generate-30m-for-virginia/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 27 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Hawaii Puts Gambling Expansion on Pause as Sports Betting Bill Moves Forward</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Hawaii lawmakers delay broader gambling expansion while a sports betting bill moves forward, following Tennessee&#x2019;s push to ban sweepstakes casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/hawaii-puts-gambling-expansion-on-pause-as-sports-betting-bill-moves-forward/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/hawaii-puts-gambling-expansion-on-pause-as-sports-betting-bill-moves-forward/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 26 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee Senate Panel Unanimously Backs Sweepstakes Casino Ban in Stunning 8-0 Vote</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee Senate panel votes 8-0 to ban sweepstakes casinos, signaling strong bipartisan support for tighter gambling regulations in the state. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-senate-panel-passes-sweepstakes-casino-ban-bill/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-senate-panel-passes-sweepstakes-casino-ban-bill/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 25 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>SGLA Campaigns for Modernized Regulation Instead of the Sweepstakes Casino Ban in Virginia</title>
                <description><![CDATA[SGLA urges Virginia to modernize sweepstakes casino regulations instead of enforcing a ban, emphasizing economic growth and stronger consumer protections. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sgla-pushes-for-regulation-over-virginia-sweeps-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sgla-pushes-for-regulation-over-virginia-sweeps-ban/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 25 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>US Sweepstakes Casino Sector Enters New Phase as Regulation Expands Across States</title>
                <description><![CDATA[States tighten sweepstakes casino rules as the sector adapts, with platforms like CrownCoins and CrashDuel focusing on compliance and growth. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/us-sweepstakes-casino-sector-enters-new-phase/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/us-sweepstakes-casino-sector-enters-new-phase/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 24 February 2026 17:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Americans for Tax Reform Calls for a Measured Approach, Not a Ban, of Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[ATR urges measured regulation over banning sweepstakes casinos. The group advocates tax policy, economic impact vs outright prohibition. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/atr-advocates-measured-regulation-over-sweepstakes-casino-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/atr-advocates-measured-regulation-over-sweepstakes-casino-ban/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 23 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Novig Secures $75M Series B as Its Sweepstakes Prediction Market Heads to Washington for Federal Sign-Off</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Novig secures $75M Series B to scale its sweepstakes-style sports prediction market as it heads to Washington seeking approval for a fully regulated exchange. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/novig-snags-75m-funding-ahead-of-regulated-pivot/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/novig-snags-75m-funding-ahead-of-regulated-pivot/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 23 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maine Panel Backs Sweepstakes Ban as Regulator Warns of Intensifying National Crackdown</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maine&#x27;s Veterans and Legal Affairs panel backs LD 2007 sweepstakes ban amid regulator warnings of national crackdown on unlicensed online casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maine-backs-sweepstakes-ban-as-national-crackdown-looms/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/maine-backs-sweepstakes-ban-as-national-crackdown-looms/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 20 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>X Updates T&amp;Cs, Targets Paid Gambling Partnerships</title>
                <description><![CDATA[X updated T&amp;Cs to prohibit paid gambling partnerships, including social casinos &amp; sports betting. Influencers must shift to ads amid stricter enforcement. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/x-goes-after-paid-gambling-partnerships/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/x-goes-after-paid-gambling-partnerships/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 20 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Illinois Sweepstakes Crackdown: Only 3% Comply After 65 C&amp;D Letters in Two Weeks</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Illinois&#x2019; sweepstakes crackdown sees just 3% of 65 targeted operators comply with cease-and-desist letters. Read the latest here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/illinois-registers-3-compliance-after-cd-issuances/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/illinois-registers-3-compliance-after-cd-issuances/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 19 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana HB 1052 Stalls as House Rejects Senate Amendments</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Indiana Senate advances HB 1052 to ban sweepstakes casinos, but bill stalls as the House dissents from amendments on Feb 18. Track the limbo status now. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-hb-1052-in-limbo-after-house-dissents-from-amendments/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-hb-1052-in-limbo-after-house-dissents-from-amendments/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 19 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Chumba Casino Car With Tyler Reddick Gets Checkered Flag in Atlanta After Winning Daytona 500 Last Sunday</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tyler Reddick&#x27;s Chumba Casino-sponsored car takes the checkered flag in Atlanta after Daytona 500 win. Read about Chumba&#x27;s winning moments here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/reddick-s-chumba-car-wins-atlanta-after-daytona-500-triumph/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/reddick-s-chumba-car-wins-atlanta-after-daytona-500-triumph/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 19 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maryland Anti-Sweeps Casino Bills Set for Early March Hearing</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maryland lawmakers schedule early March 2026 hearings for anti-sweeps casino bills HB1226 &amp; SB652, with strict bans &amp; penalties. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maryland-schedules-march-hearing-for-hb1226-and-sb652/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/maryland-schedules-march-hearing-for-hb1226-and-sb652/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 18 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>ARB Interactive Borrows Grocery Giveaway Strategy Pioneered by Polymarket and Kalshi</title>
                <description><![CDATA[ARB Interactive copies Polymarket and Kalshi&#x27;s viral NYC free grocery stunts with an Indianapolis pop-up. Read about this campaign here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/arb-interactive-copies-grocery-giveaway-strategy/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/arb-interactive-copies-grocery-giveaway-strategy/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 18 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Florida&#x27;s HB 189 Unleashes Sweeping Overhaul of Gambling Laws: Here&#x2019;s What We Know </title>
                <description><![CDATA[Florida&#x27;s HB 189 advances sweeping gambling law reforms, cracking down on illegal ops and sweepstakes casinos while boosting enforcement. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/hb189-overhauls-florida-s-gambling-laws/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/hb189-overhauls-florida-s-gambling-laws/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 17 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Industry First: Chumba Casino and Modo Partner with Daytona 500 Teams</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Chumba Casino and Modo.us accelerate their campaign by teaming up with Daytona 500 teams &#x2014; marking an industry first <a href="https://www.stakester.com/chumba-casino-and-modo-partner-with-daytona-teams/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/chumba-casino-and-modo-partner-with-daytona-teams/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 17 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Legislative Week in Summary: Illinois Fires 60 Letters, While Indiana and Virginia&#x2019;s Sweepstakes Casino Bills Progress</title>
                <description><![CDATA[February brings intense pressure on sweepstakes casinos: Illinois fires off 60 letters while Indiana and Virginia push their anti-sweeps bills forward. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/illinois-indiana-and-virginia-push-sweeps-casino-bills/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/illinois-indiana-and-virginia-push-sweeps-casino-bills/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 13 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Florida Pushes Sweeping Gambling Bill to Bolster Betting Integrity</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Florida&#x27;s HB 189 advances: Sweeping gambling bill redefines online gaming, eyes unregulated operators like sweepstakes casinos, and boosts betting integrity. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/florida-advances-hb189-to-promote-game-integrity/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/florida-advances-hb189-to-promote-game-integrity/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 13 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Virginia&#x2019;s HB 161 Wins First House Test, Advances to Powerful Appropriations Panel</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Virginia&#x27;s HB 161 advances past first House subcommittee, heading to Appropriations Committee. Bill aims to legalize &amp; regulate iGaming. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/virginia-s-hb-161-moves-to-its-2nd-committee/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/virginia-s-hb-161-moves-to-its-2nd-committee/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 12 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Mississippi Senate Approves Bill Banning Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Mississippi Senate cracks down on sweepstakes casinos with unanimous vote on SB2104. Read the latest about the bill and its status here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sb2104-banning-sweepstakes-casinos-get-senate-vote/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sb2104-banning-sweepstakes-casinos-get-senate-vote/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 11 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Ohio Lawsuit Targets Popular Stake.us Over &#x201C;Illegal Casino Operations&#x201D;</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Ohio class action lawsuit targets Stake.us, alleging illegal operations via &quot;Stake Cash&quot; as real money gambling. Plaintiff seeks refunds &amp; injunction. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ohio-class-action-targets-stakeus/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/ohio-class-action-targets-stakeus/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 11 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Illinois Unleashes Cease-and-Desist Barrage on Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Illinois launches cease-and-desist orders against sweepstakes casinos. Stay updated on the legal battle unfolding in the Prairie State. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/illinois-issues-over-60-letters-to-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/illinois-issues-over-60-letters-to-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 10 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Missouri Puts Slots-Style Machines in the Spotlight</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Missouri shines a light on grey-area slot-style machines in gas stations and convenience stores, as investigations put their future on the line. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/missouri-targets-grey-market-slot-machines/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/missouri-targets-grey-market-slot-machines/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 10 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee Cites Consumer Protection in Sweepstakes Casino Ban Bill</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Rep. Scott Cepicky&#x27;s HB1885 expands gambling definitions to target sweepstakes casinos. Read about its penalties and details here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-cites-consumer-protection-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-cites-consumer-protection-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 09 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Louisiana Lawmakers Target Sweepstakes Casinos in Pre-Filed Racketeering Bill</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana lawmakers propose a racketeering bill aimed at regulating sweepstakes casinos, targeting loopholes and tightening enforcement across the state. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-bill-tags-sweepstakes-casinos-as-racketeering/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/louisiana-bill-tags-sweepstakes-casinos-as-racketeering/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 06 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Hawaii Draws Line on Sweeps: Incoming Bill Sparks Industry Panic</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Hawaii introduces SB3281 targeting fishing games. However, its vague language also threatens online sweepstakes casinos and games. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/hawaii-files-sb2381-potentially-targeting-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/hawaii-files-sb2381-potentially-targeting-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 05 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweeps Crackdown Accelerates: Indiana House Passes HB1052</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Indiana&#x2019;s HB1052, which aims to ban sweepstakes casinos, is now with the Senate after an 87-11 vote. Read the latest about Indiana&#x2019;s bill here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sends-sweepstakes-ban-bill-to-senate/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sends-sweepstakes-ban-bill-to-senate/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 05 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>VGW&#x2019;s Escalante Files Leave After Arrest in Australia</title>
                <description><![CDATA[VGW CEO Escalante files for leave after his arrest in Australia amid serious charges. Explore the fallout for the sweepstakes casino giant here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-exec-temporarily-leaves-post-after-arrest/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-exec-temporarily-leaves-post-after-arrest/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 04 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Multi-Currency Models Emerge as the Next Big Test for Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Explore the shift from dual-currency to multi-currency models in sweepstakes casinos. Is this a smart strategy for operators? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/will-multi-currency-models-change-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/will-multi-currency-models-change-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 02 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweeps Ban Accelerates: Mississippi Committee Approves Amended Legislation</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Mississippi sweeps ban gains speed: Judiciary Committee approves amended SB2104 legislation. Key details on prohibitions, penalties &amp; next steps inside. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/mississippi-committee-amends-advances-sweeps-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/mississippi-committee-amends-advances-sweeps-ban/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 30 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Wallach Says Indiana&#x2019;s Planned Sweepstakes Casino Ban Simply Brings State Gambling Laws Up to Date</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Wallach: Indiana&#x2019;s planned sweepstakes casino ban simply aligns state laws with existing gambling rules&#x2014;clarifying regulations amid rising scrutiny. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sweepstakes-casino-ban-aligns-with-existing-laws/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-sweepstakes-casino-ban-aligns-with-existing-laws/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 29 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweepstakes Casino Shake-Up: ARB Interactive Founder Works With States to Draft Sweepstakes Modernization Act</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover the sweepstakes casino shake-up: ARB Interactive founder plans Modernization Act for sweepstakes casinos with age verification &amp; fair play. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/arb-interactive-exec-teases-sweepstakes-modernization-act/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/arb-interactive-exec-teases-sweepstakes-modernization-act/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 28 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Paysafe Becomes Latest Heavyweight to Join Social Gaming Leadership Alliance</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Paysafe backs Social Gaming Leadership Alliance, bolstering standards for social casinos. Read ouer coverage of this Paysafe and SGLA partnership. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/paysafe-backs-social-gaming-leadership-alliance/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/paysafe-backs-social-gaming-leadership-alliance/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 23 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Florida&#x2019;s HB189 Hurdles 2nd Committee, Targets Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Florida&#x27;s HB 189 hurdles its 2nd committee, targeting sweepstakes casinos. Operators face harsher penalties as lawmakers close legal loopholes. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/hb189-on-sweepstakes-casino-ban-clears-second-committee/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/hb189-on-sweepstakes-casino-ban-clears-second-committee/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 23 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Mississippi Lawmakers Unleash Felony Crackdown on Online Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Mississippi&#x27;s SB 2104 targets sweepstakes casinos with aggressive felony penalties. Lawmakers aim to protect players and close legal loopholes. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/mississippi-targets-sweepstakes-casinos-with-sb-2104/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/mississippi-targets-sweepstakes-casinos-with-sb-2104/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 22 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Revamped ClubWPT Gold Launches California Game Days </title>
                <description><![CDATA[ClubWPT Gold launches revamped California Game Days post-AB 831 ban. Players can claim redeemable Chips for nine days. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/clubwpt-gold-unveils-california-game-days/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/clubwpt-gold-unveils-california-game-days/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 22 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>New Jersey Legislature Revives Sweeps Regulation Push After 2025 Ban</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Sen. Joseph Cryan has refiled S1500, once again placing sweepstakes casino regulations under serious consideration. Read the latest NJ news here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/new-jersey-mulls-sweepstakes-casino-regulation-with-s1500/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/new-jersey-mulls-sweepstakes-casino-regulation-with-s1500/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 21 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana Could Surprise as Sweepstakes Casino Support Gains Steam</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Indiana legislator pushes to regulate sweepstakes casinos. Explore the call for oversight, potential impacts on operators &amp; players in the Hoosier State. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-legislators-call-for-regulation-of-sweepstakes-casino/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-legislators-call-for-regulation-of-sweepstakes-casino/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 20 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>It&#x2019;s Welcome Back to New York for ClubWPT Gold</title>
                <description><![CDATA[ClubWPT Gold reopens in New York, bringing poker excitement back to Empire State players. Check its features and new policies here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/clubwpt-gold-reopens-in-new-york/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/clubwpt-gold-reopens-in-new-york/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 20 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maryland Legislature Targets Sweepstakes Casinos in New Ban Proposals</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maryland lawmakers file SB112 &amp; HB295 to ban sweepstakes casinos. Identical bills target online gaming loopholes&#x2014;will they pass? Key details &amp; impact. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maryland-moves-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos-with-sb112-and-hb295/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/maryland-moves-to-ban-sweepstakes-casinos-with-sb112-and-hb295/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 19 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Snoop Dogg Launches New Sweepstakes Casino Platform With Trivelta</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Snoop Dogg teams up with Trivelta to launch a fresh sweepstakes casino platform. New site blends the rapper&#x2019;s vibe with social games. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/snoop-dogg-and-trivelta-launch-a-new-sweepstake-casino/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/snoop-dogg-and-trivelta-launch-a-new-sweepstake-casino/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 19 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>DraftKings Joins Maine&#x27;s Fight: Sweepstakes Casinos Face Imminent Ban</title>
                <description><![CDATA[DraftKings allies with Maine officials to ban sweepstakes casinos. Imminent legislation threatens fines and shutdowns <a href="https://www.stakester.com/draftkings-allies-with-maine-to-push-for-sweepstakes-casino-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/draftkings-allies-with-maine-to-push-for-sweepstakes-casino-ban/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 16 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Iowa Gaming Shake-Up: Bill Targets Sweepstakes Casinos with Bigger Regulatory Powers</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Iowa files a new bill regulate sweepstakes casinos and other gaming sites, and protect consumers. Check the latest on Iowa gaming here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/iowa-bill-supercharges-oversight-on-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/iowa-bill-supercharges-oversight-on-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 15 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Virginia Lawmaker Pushes For HB161 to Ban Unlicensed Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Virginia lawmaker introduces HB161 to ban unlicensed sweepstakes casinos, aiming to tighten gambling regulations and protect players statewide. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/virginia-introduces-hb161-to-regulate-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/virginia-introduces-hb161-to-regulate-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 15 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Betty Sweeps Goes Dark for Good: Bans and Cease-and-Desists Seal the Deal</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Betty Sweeps shuts down permanently amid legal crackdowns in states like CA &amp; AZ. Explore the fallout for sweeps casinos in 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/betty-sweeps-shuts-down-permanently-amid-legal-crackdown/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/betty-sweeps-shuts-down-permanently-amid-legal-crackdown/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 14 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stake.us Shakes Up Sweepstakes Casinos: Evolution and Other Smaller Studios Now Off-Limits in Illinois</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Stake.us updates its sweepstakes casino offerings, removing Evolution and smaller studio games for Illinois players amid shifting state restrictions. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-removes-evolution-from-its-illinois-portfolio/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-removes-evolution-from-its-illinois-portfolio/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 14 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>SGLA Advocates Smart Oversight, Not a Ban, for Indiana&#x2019;s Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[SGLA urges Indiana lawmakers to regulate sweepstakes casinos through smart oversight instead of bans, promoting consumer protection. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sgla-backs-regulation-of-sweepstakes-casinos-in-indiana/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sgla-backs-regulation-of-sweepstakes-casinos-in-indiana/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 13 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Illinois Gaming Board Slams Door on Sweeps Casinos: &quot;Not Welcome Here&quot;</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Illinois Gaming Board declares sweepstakes casinos &quot;not welcome. Operator exits like Tora Tora show a hostile regulatory landscape for sweeps gaming. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/illinois-gaming-board-rejects-sweeptakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/illinois-gaming-board-rejects-sweeptakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 12 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Fliff Unveils Superstars DFS as California Sweeps Play Goes Dark</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Fliff unveils Superstars DFS amid California&#x27;s sweepstakes casino blackout: Operators pivot from dual-currency models to remain compliant in most states. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/fliff-launches-dfs-amid-ca-sweepstakes-casinos-shutdown/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/fliff-launches-dfs-amid-ca-sweepstakes-casinos-shutdown/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 12 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tora Tora Casino Says Goodbye to Illinois</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tora Tora Casino is exiting Illinois amid mounting legal and regulatory pressure on sweepstakes casino operators and shifting compliance demands. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tora-tora-sweepstakes-casino-exits-illinois/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tora-tora-sweepstakes-casino-exits-illinois/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 09 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Massachusetts Lawmakers Race Toward March 16 Sweeps Casino Ban Deadline</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Massachusetts HB 4431 faces a make-or-break March 16 deadline: Legalize iGaming or ban sweepstakes casinos? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/massachusetts-sweepstakes-casino-bill-faces-march-16-deadline/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/massachusetts-sweepstakes-casino-bill-faces-march-16-deadline/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 09 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana Opens Debate on Sweepstakes Casinos With a Hearing Last January 6</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Indiana lawmakers wrapped the first hearing on HB 1052 Jan. 6, debating a sweepstakes casino ban amid splits between regulators and industry groups. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/indiana-wraps-first-sweepstakes-casino-hearing-jan-6/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/indiana-wraps-first-sweepstakes-casino-hearing-jan-6/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 08 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Alabama Leads U.S. in Civil Lawsuits Targeting Sweepstakes Casino Operators</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Alabama leads the U.S. with over 40 civil lawsuits against sweepstakes casino operators since last year. Get the latest information here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/alabama-tops-nation-in-lawsuits-against-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/alabama-tops-nation-in-lawsuits-against-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 08 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maine Eyes Sweepstakes Casinos Ban Hearing as Florida Bill Advances to Committee</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Sweepstakes casinos under fire: Maine schedules hearing on LD 2007 while Florida&#x27;s anti-sweeps bill advances to committee. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-face-maine-and-florida-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-face-maine-and-florida-ban/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 07 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee AG Cracks Down: Nearly 40 Sweepstakes Casino Operators Hit With Cease-and-Desist Orders</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Tennessee AG issues cease-and-desist orders to nearly 40 sweepstakes casino operators, confirming crackdown suspicions. Details here. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-ag-targets-40-sweepstakes-casinos-with-new-orders/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-ag-targets-40-sweepstakes-casinos-with-new-orders/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 06 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Card Crush, an RPG-Style Card Game Platform, Launches in New York and California</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Card Crush, an RPG-style card game platform, launches in New York and California. Dive into its promising mechanics, potential risks, and sweepstakes appeal. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/card-crush-now-live-in-ny-and-california/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/card-crush-now-live-in-ny-and-california/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 05 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Modo Stars Launches: What It Means for Players on Modo.us</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Modo Stars launches on Modo.us! Discover what this exciting update means for players&#x2014;enhanced gameplay, new features, and better engagement. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/modo-stars-now-live/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/modo-stars-now-live/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 02 January 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Gold Treasure Casino Exits California, Tennessee as Sweepstakes Pressure Builds</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Gold Treasure Casino has exited California and Tennessee. Players face account closures&#x2014;learn key updates, timelines, and next steps for affected users. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/gold-treasure-casino-exits-california-and-tennessee/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/gold-treasure-casino-exits-california-and-tennessee/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 29 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Modo.us Unveils &#x27;Modo Stars&#x27; Rewards on January 1st</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Modo.us launches Modo Stars rewards program on January 1st! Earn stars, unlock exclusive bonuses, VIP perks &amp; big wins. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/modous-kicks-off-2026-with-modo-stars/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/modous-kicks-off-2026-with-modo-stars/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 24 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>LuckyStake Announces Departure From California</title>
                <description><![CDATA[LuckyStake exits California amid AB 831 sweepstakes ban. Learn why the popular platform is departing and its impact on players <a href="https://www.stakester.com/luckystake-exits-california/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/luckystake-exits-california/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 22 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>VGW Slams CA Lawmakers for Rushing Sweeps Ban, Reveals Exit Timeline</title>
                <description><![CDATA[VGW slams California lawmakers for rushing sweepstakes casino ban effective Jan 1, 2026. Operator of LuckyLand Slots &amp; Chumba Casino reveals exit timeline <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-hits-ban-on-sweepstakes-casinos-in-california/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-hits-ban-on-sweepstakes-casinos-in-california/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 19 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweepstakes Casinos Face NCLGS Enforcement Heat</title>
                <description><![CDATA[SGLA and ARB Interactive defend sweepstakes casinos against criticisms at NCLGS, support sensible regulation and a more modern regulatory framework <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-take-the-hot-seat-at-nclgs/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casinos-take-the-hot-seat-at-nclgs/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 19 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>SGLA Warns New York&#x2019;s Social Plus Games Ban Could Cost State Hundreds of Millions</title>
                <description><![CDATA[SGLA warns New York&#x2019;s social plus games ban could cost the state hundreds of millions, threatening jobs, innovation, and consumer choice. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ny-sweepstakes-casino-ban-risks-economic-losses/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/ny-sweepstakes-casino-ban-risks-economic-losses/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 18 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>LuckyLand Casino Goes Live, Marking VGW&#x2019;s Fourth Sweepstakes Casino Launch</title>
                <description><![CDATA[LuckyLand Casino is now live, becoming VGW&#x2019;s fourth sweepstakes casino and expanding its social gaming portfolio for US players <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-launches-luckyland-casino/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-launches-luckyland-casino/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 15 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Veteran Industry Leaders Join ARB Interactive&#x2019;s Executive Ranks</title>
                <description><![CDATA[ARB Interactive bolsters leadership with two veteran execs amid sweepstakes casino challenges. Miami-based ARB eyes regulatory strength as industry faces bans. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/two-industry-experts-join-arb-interactive/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/two-industry-experts-join-arb-interactive/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 15 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Betty Sweeps Hits Pause on Purchases for Minnesota and Utah Users</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Betty Sweeps has temporarily paused purchases for players in Minnesota and Utah, citing market and provider changes. Here&#x2019;s what it means for users. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/betty-sweeps-stops-coin-purchases-in-minnesota-and-utah/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/betty-sweeps-stops-coin-purchases-in-minnesota-and-utah/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 12 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Indiana Lawmaker Moves to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos With New Bill</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Rep. Ethan Manning has introduced a new bill that could ban sweepstakes casinos statewide, targeting dual-currency gaming platforms and casino-style games. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/new-indiana-bill-could-outlaw-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/new-indiana-bill-could-outlaw-sweepstakes-casinos/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 12 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Maine Targets Sweeps With New Bill as Gov. Hochul Officially Greenlights NY Ban</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Maine&#x27;s LD 2007 bill targets sweepstakes casinos&#x27; dual-currency model, while Gov. Hochul signs NY&#x27;s ban into law. East Coast operators face mounting regulatory pressure. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/maine-plans-new-sweeps-bill-as-ny-orders-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/maine-plans-new-sweeps-bill-as-ny-orders-ban/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 09 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Legendz Announces Christmas Day Cutoff for SC Play in California, New Limits in Tennessee</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Legendz will stop accepting SC play from California players on Christmas Day as new restrictions take effect, while Tennessee users face tighter sweeps takes limits. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/legendz-will-end-sc-gameplay-in-california-by-december-25/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/legendz-will-end-sc-gameplay-in-california-by-december-25/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 08 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Missouri Turns On Legal Sports Betting &#x2014; With Tough New Rules</title>
                <description><![CDATA[MGC rolls out legal sports betting under tough eligibility standards, putting responsible gambling and player safety front and center. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/missouri-opens-legal-sports-betting-under-strict-rules/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/missouri-opens-legal-sports-betting-under-strict-rules/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 04 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Missouri Sports Betting Goes Live Monday: Six Things to Know</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Missouri sports betting officially launches December 1, 2025! Get the 6 must-know details: top apps, rules on how to bet, and many more! <a href="https://www.stakester.com/missouri-sports-betting-launches-dec-1-6-key-things-to-know/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/missouri-sports-betting-launches-dec-1-6-key-things-to-know/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 01 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>VGW Drops a Bombshell &#x2013; UNITED SLOTS Could Send LuckyLand Slots Packing</title>
                <description><![CDATA[VGW has added UNITED SLOTS to its revamped plans, expanding its gaming lineup and signalling a refreshed strategy for platform growth. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-adds-united-slots-to-its-revamped-plans/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-adds-united-slots-to-its-revamped-plans/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 27 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pulsz Pulls the Plug in California, Plans Complete Exit By December 15th</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pulsz will fully leave California by December 15, ending all play and purchases as the state&#x2019;s new sweepstakes casino restrictions move toward enforcement <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pulsz-to-exit-california-completely-by-dec-15/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/pulsz-to-exit-california-completely-by-dec-15/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 20 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stake.us and Four Additional Sweepstakes Operators Announce Departure from Tennessee</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Five sweepstakes casinos, including Stake.us, are leaving Tennessee in a coordinated exit as operators respond to tightening regulations and market uncertainty <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-and-four-other-sweeps-casinos-withdraw-from-tennessee/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-and-four-other-sweeps-casinos-withdraw-from-tennessee/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 19 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stake.us Will Shut Down in California on Dec. 30</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Stake.us confirms full platform shutdown in California on Dec. 30, cutting off all SC and GC gameplay ahead of the new AB831 sweepstakes ban. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-will-shut-down-in-california-on-dec-30/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-will-shut-down-in-california-on-dec-30/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 13 November 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>PLAYSTUDIOS Sticks with Sweeps Plan, Win Zone &#x201C;Beta&#x201D; Accessible in 15 States</title>
                <description><![CDATA[PLAYSTUDIOS continues its sweepstakes casino strategy with the launch of its new &#x201C;Win Zone&#x201D; beta, now available to players across 15 U.S. states. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/playstudios-doubles-down-on-sweeps-with-win-zone-beta/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/playstudios-doubles-down-on-sweeps-with-win-zone-beta/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 12 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>ProphetX Sticks with Sweeps for Now as It Eyes CFTC Approval</title>
                <description><![CDATA[ProphetX won&#x2019;t kill sweeps yet&#x2014;pending CFTC approval. The platform plans to join Kalshi and DraftKings in launching a regulated prediction market. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/prophetx-sticks-with-sweeps-for-now-as-it-eyes-cftc-approval/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/prophetx-sticks-with-sweeps-for-now-as-it-eyes-cftc-approval/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 12 November 2025 06:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Three More Sweepstakes Casinos Close, Six Total Since October</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Three more sweepstakes casinos&#x2014;Turbo Stakes, OnPoint, and LuckyStars&#x2014;have shut down in California, bringing the total number of closures since October to six. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/three-more-sweepstakes-casinos-close-in-california/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/three-more-sweepstakes-casinos-close-in-california/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 11 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Chumba, LuckyLand, and Global Poker to Drop Sweeps Coins in West Virginia</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Chumba, LuckyLand, and Global&#x202F;Poker will drop Sweeps&#x202F;Coins in West&#x202F;Virginia by&#x202F;Nov&#x202F;25. VGW shifts to Gold&#x202F;Coin&#x2011;only play after AG scrutiny. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/chumba-luckyland-and-global-poker-to-drop-sweeps-coins-in-west-virginia/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/chumba-luckyland-and-global-poker-to-drop-sweeps-coins-in-west-virginia/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 07 November 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Minnesota Targets LuckyLand, Zula, FortuneCoins in Major Crackdown</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover why Minnesota&#x2019;s Attorney General orders 14 sweepstakes casinos, including Luckyland, Zula Casino, and FortuneCoins to shut down by Dec 1. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-targets-luckyland-zula-fortunecoins-in-major-crackdown/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-targets-luckyland-zula-fortunecoins-in-major-crackdown/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 06 November 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Bitsler.io &amp; Starlight Casino Shut Down Ahead of California Ban</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Bitsler.io and Starlight Casino will shut down by Dec as California&#x2019;s 2026 sweeps ban nears. Smaller sites struggle to survive the revenue hit. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/bitslerio-starlight-casino-shut-down-ahead-of-california-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/bitslerio-starlight-casino-shut-down-ahead-of-california-ban/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 06 November 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Modo Casino Plans to Stick Around in California, But With Gold Coins Only</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Modo Casino will drop Sweeps Coins by Dec. 31, 2025&#x2014;but won&#x2019;t leave California. The platform plans to keep players active with Gold Coin&#x2013;only gameplay. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/modo-casino-plans-to-stick-around-in-california-but-with-gold-coins-only/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/modo-casino-plans-to-stick-around-in-california-but-with-gold-coins-only/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 03 November 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Tennessee Just Took Out 3 More Sweeps Sportsbooks</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Thrillzz, KicKr, and ReBet exit Tennessee amid TSWC crackdowns. Five sweepstakes sportsbooks have now left the state since spring. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-just-took-out-3-more-sweeps-sportsbooks/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/tennessee-just-took-out-3-more-sweeps-sportsbooks/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 03 November 2025 06:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>4 More Sweeps Casinos Leave California, Bringing Total Early Exits to 9</title>
                <description><![CDATA[TheBoss, Grand Vault, CosmoSlots, and LuckySlots shut down early in California, raising total sweepstakes casino exits to 9 before AB831 takes effect in 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/4-more-sweeps-casinos-leave-california-bringing-total-early-exits-to-9/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/4-more-sweeps-casinos-leave-california-bringing-total-early-exits-to-9/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 30 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stake.us Faces Possible Missouri Class Action</title>
                <description><![CDATA[A Missouri lawsuit targets Stake.us and names Drake, challenging the legality of sweepstakes gaming and testing influencer accountability in state court. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-faces-possible-missouri-class-action/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-faces-possible-missouri-class-action/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 29 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Legendz Casino Exits California, Alongside 2 More Sites</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Legendz Casino has shut down operations in California and Tennessee, bringing the total number of sweepstakes casinos exiting the Golden State to eight. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/legendz-casino-exits-california-alongside-2-more-sites/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/legendz-casino-exits-california-alongside-2-more-sites/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 29 October 2025 06:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Fifth Sweepstakes Casino Bows Out Early in California</title>
                <description><![CDATA[SweepsUSA becomes the fifth sweepstakes casino to shut down in California, citing AB831. Industry shifts focus to safer states before the January 2026 deadline. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/fifth-sweepstakes-casino-bows-out-early-in-california/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/fifth-sweepstakes-casino-bows-out-early-in-california/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 28 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>ACE Casino Re-Enters 4 States as Industry Braces for California Exit</title>
                <description><![CDATA[With California&#x2019;s 2026 sweeps ban approaching, ACE Casino has resumed operations in Alabama, Georgia, Maryland, and Tennessee to secure alternative markets. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ace-casino-re-enters-4-states-as-industry-braces-for-california-exit/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/ace-casino-re-enters-4-states-as-industry-braces-for-california-exit/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 23 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Modo Casino Outage Blamed on AWS Failure, Not Cyberattack</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Modo Casino confirms AWS failure, not a hack, caused Monday&#x2019;s outage. No data breach occurred. Full access restored after 13-hour disruption. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/modo-casino-outage-blamed-on-aws-failure-not-cyberattack/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/modo-casino-outage-blamed-on-aws-failure-not-cyberattack/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 23 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>No Action on Ohio Sweeps Ban in 2025, Says Speaker</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Ohio won&#x2019;t ban sweepstakes casinos in 2025 as HB298 stalls. Speaker Huffman and Gov. DeWine cite gambling fatigue, keeping Ohio open&#x2014;at least for now. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/no-action-on-ohio-sweeps-ban-in-2025-says-speaker/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/no-action-on-ohio-sweeps-ban-in-2025-says-speaker/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 22 October 2025 08:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>WOW Vegas Holding the Line in California Until Final Hour</title>
                <description><![CDATA[WOW Vegas will operate in California until 11:59 p.m. Dec 31, becoming the last major sweeps casino to exit before AB831 takes effect on Jan 1, 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/wow-vegas-holding-the-line-in-california-until-final-hour/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/wow-vegas-holding-the-line-in-california-until-final-hour/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 22 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Missouri Sets Dec 1 Launch for Legal Sports Betting</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Eight sportsbooks approved as Missouri confirms Dec 1 launch for legal betting. FanDuel, DraftKings, and more set to go live. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/missouri-sets-dec-1-launch-for-legal-sports-betting/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/missouri-sets-dec-1-launch-for-legal-sports-betting/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 21 October 2025 09:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>High 5 Casino Extends California Exit Amid AB831 Fallout</title>
                <description><![CDATA[High 5 Casino extends CA shutdown to Oct. 20 after AB831 passes. No new signups or purchases. Full access ends as sweepstakes ban takes effect in 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/high-5-casino-extends-california-exit-amid-ab831-fallout/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/high-5-casino-extends-california-exit-amid-ab831-fallout/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 20 October 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>High 5 Casino Extends California Access After Gov. Newsom Signs Sweeps Ban</title>
                <description><![CDATA[High 5 Casino extends California access until Oct. 20 after AB831 sweeps ban. Lawsuit, legal risk, and revenue fallout push early exit ahead of 2026 deadline. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/high-5-casino-extends-california-access-after-gov-newsom-signs-sweeps-ban/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/high-5-casino-extends-california-access-after-gov-newsom-signs-sweeps-ban/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 16 October 2025 06:30:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Former FanDuel Exec Sean Ostrow Joins SGLA as Managing Director</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Sean Ostrow, ex-FanDuel policy strategist, becomes SGLA Managing Director and will lead U.S. sweepstakes casino regulation, education, and consumer protection. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/former-fanduel-exec-sean-ostrow-joins-sgla-as-managing-director/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/former-fanduel-exec-sean-ostrow-joins-sgla-as-managing-director/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 16 October 2025 05:15:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Rhode Island Betting Market Draws Interest from Major Operators</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Eight major operators, including FanDuel and DraftKings, show interest as Rhode Island weighs ending IGT&#x2019;s sportsbook monopoly and opening the market by 2026. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/rhode-island-betting-market-draws-interest-from-major-operators/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/rhode-island-betting-market-draws-interest-from-major-operators/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 15 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Governor Newsom Signs California Sweeps Ban Into Law</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Gov. Newsom signs AB&#x202F;831 into law, outlawing online sweepstakes casinos in California from Jan 1, 2026. Violators face fines, jail, and supply-chain liability. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/governor-newsom-signs-california-sweeps-ban-into-law/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/governor-newsom-signs-california-sweeps-ban-into-law/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 October 2025 06:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweeps US Closes Its Doors, Sending Shockwaves Through the Industry</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Sweeps US has shut down amid regulatory crackdowns and liquidity challenges. The exit underscores the growing pressure on U.S. sweepstakes casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweeps-us-closes-its-doors-sending-shockwaves-through-the-industry/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/sweeps-us-closes-its-doors-sending-shockwaves-through-the-industry/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 October 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Spinova Exits Market Following Operational Failures</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Spinova has ceased operations after payout delays and scaling issues. The closure exposes the fragility of sweepstakes casino brands amid regulatory pressure. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/spinova-exits-market-following-operational-failures/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/spinova-exits-market-following-operational-failures/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 October 2025 08:30:00</pubDate>
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                <title>NoLimitCoins, Tao Fortune, Fortune Wheelz Drop Minimum Age Back to 18</title>
                <description><![CDATA[A1 Development sites revert to 18&#x2B; access after 5 months at 21&#x2B;. The change comes amid looming bans and features a compliance oversight on all 3 platforms. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/nolimitcoins-tao-fortune-fortune-wheelz-drop-minimum-age-back-to-18/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/nolimitcoins-tao-fortune-fortune-wheelz-drop-minimum-age-back-to-18/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 October 2025 06:30:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweeps Casinos Now Illegal in Montana &amp; Connecticut</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Montana&#x2019;s SB&#x202F;555 and Connecticut&#x2019;s SB&#x202F;1235 make sweepstakes casinos illegal. Operators face felony penalties and must exit both states. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweeps-casinos-now-illegal-in-montana-connecticut/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/sweeps-casinos-now-illegal-in-montana-connecticut/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>GummyPlay Shuts Down: Red Flags for Sweepstakes Operators</title>
                <description><![CDATA[GummyPlay, once offering 2,000&#x2B; games from top providers, has shut down after payout and scalability failures. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/gummyplay-shuts-down-red-flags-for-sweepstakes-operators/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/gummyplay-shuts-down-red-flags-for-sweepstakes-operators/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 October 2025 06:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>SportsMillions Faces Closure Amid Sweeps Casino Pressure</title>
                <description><![CDATA[SportsMillions, a hybrid sweepstakes&#x2011;social sportsbook platform, is shutting down its casino arm amid regulatory pressure. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sportsmillions-faces-closure-amid-sweeps-casino-pressure/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sportsmillions-faces-closure-amid-sweeps-casino-pressure/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 October 2025 05:30:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Minnesota Warns Sweepstakes Casinos, But Can&#x2019;t Enforce Compliance</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Minnesota regulators contacted 20&#x2B; sweepstakes casinos but lack legal authority to enforce compliance. No operators have exited the state as of October 2025. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-warns-sweepstakes-casinos-but-can-t-enforce-compliance/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/minnesota-warns-sweepstakes-casinos-but-can-t-enforce-compliance/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 09 October 2025 05:30:00</pubDate>
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                <title>BetRivers Integrates Crypto Payments Through BurraPay Partnership</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Rush Street Interactive partners with BurraPay to bring crypto payments to BetRivers&#x2019; casino, sports betting, and sweepstakes platforms across U.S. states. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/betrivers-integrates-crypto-payments-through-burrapay-partnership/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/betrivers-integrates-crypto-payments-through-burrapay-partnership/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 08 October 2025 05:30:00</pubDate>
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                <title>VGW Reveals Custom Spending Limits for High-Volume Players</title>
                <description><![CDATA[VGW, operator of Chumba Casino and LuckyLand, now sets tailored spending caps for top users, highlighting player protection and strict 21&#x2B; age checks. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-reveals-custom-spending-limits-for-high-volume-players/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-reveals-custom-spending-limits-for-high-volume-players/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 06 October 2025 06:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>CrashDuel&#x2019;s Game Library Expands, Crash Titles Lead Early Rollout</title>
                <description><![CDATA[CrashDuel&#x2019;s U.S. debut emphasizes crash and instant-win games, with 1,000&#x2013;1,900&#x2B; titles now live. Slots, scratch, and live content continue to roll out weekly. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/crashduel-s-game-library-expands-crash-titles-lead-early-rollout/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/crashduel-s-game-library-expands-crash-titles-lead-early-rollout/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 03 October 2025 10:12:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Dara Casino Becomes Fourth Sweeps Site to Exit California</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Dara Casino becomes the fourth sweeps site to leave California amid AB831 uncertainty. Gov. Newsom has until Oct. 12 to sign or reject the proposed ban. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/dara-casino-becomes-fourth-sweeps-site-to-exit-california/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/dara-casino-becomes-fourth-sweeps-site-to-exit-california/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 02 October 2025 06:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>PCH Unveils Prize Protection Program, Names New CEO Post-Acquisition</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Publishers Clearing House, now owned by ARB Interactive, introduces a prize guarantee system and appoints Owen O&#x2019;Donoghue as CEO to lead its digital relaunch. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pch-unveils-prize-protection-program-names-new-ceo-post-acquisition/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/pch-unveils-prize-protection-program-names-new-ceo-post-acquisition/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 01 October 2025 07:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Ruby Sweeps Leaves California Ahead of AB831 Decision</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Ruby Sweeps exits California as AB831 awaits Gov. Newsom&#x2019;s decision. It&#x2019;s the third sweeps casino to leave ahead of a potential statewide ban. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ruby-sweeps-leaves-california-ahead-of-ab831-decision/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/ruby-sweeps-leaves-california-ahead-of-ab831-decision/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 30 September 2025 05:45:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Crash Duel Launches in U.S. with 1,000&#x2B; Games and Fast Redemptions</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Explore Crash Duel: a new sweepstakes casino offering exclusive crash games, 1,000&#x2B; titles, daily bonuses, and 1&#x2013;3 day redemptions via ACH or AptPay. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/crash-duel-launches-in-us-with-1-000plus-games-and-fast-redemptions/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/crash-duel-launches-in-us-with-1-000plus-games-and-fast-redemptions/
                </link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 29 September 2025 09:30:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sidepot Casino Pulls Out of Arizona Market</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Fliff&#x2019;s Sidepot Casino becomes the 7th sweeps site to withdraw from Arizona after cease-and-desist orders. ADG steps up enforcement despite no formal ban. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sidepot-casino-pulls-out-of-arizona-market/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/sidepot-casino-pulls-out-of-arizona-market/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 26 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweeps Casino Exits After Law Change</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Carnival Citi exits California following AB 831, joining High 5 Casino in leaving the state as online sweepstakes casinos face a statewide ban. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweeps-casino-exits-after-law-change/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/sweeps-casino-exits-after-law-change/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 23 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Baba Casino Reopens In Six States</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Baba Casino reopens in six states, reducing its restricted list from 23 to 17, as California prepares to ban sweepstakes-style online casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/baba-casino-reopens-in-six-states/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/baba-casino-reopens-in-six-states/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 22 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Sweepstakes Casino Closes Amid Regulations</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Vivaro.US announces closure on October 1 amid rising U.S. sweepstakes casino regulations, highlighting growing legal pressure and industry challenges. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casino-closes-amid-regulations/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/sweepstakes-casino-closes-amid-regulations/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 18 September 2025 15:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Crown Coins Sponsors Undefeated Crawford</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Crown Coins Casino partners with undefeated boxing champion Terence &#x2018;Bud&#x2019; Crawford, bringing fans exciting games, rewards, and sweepstakes action. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/crown-coins-sponsors-undefeated-crawford/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/crown-coins-sponsors-undefeated-crawford/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 18 September 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>New Jersey Pushes Responsible Gambling Rules</title>
                <description><![CDATA[New Jersey enforces mandatory online gambling rules, requiring operators to monitor at-risk players, set limits, and provide support. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/new-jersey-pushes-responsible-gambling-rules/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/new-jersey-pushes-responsible-gambling-rules/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 17 September 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Spree Casino Back in Georgia and Alabama</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Spree Casino has reopened in Georgia and Alabama after blocking both states, a move linked to revenue pressures from California&#x2019;s upcoming sweeps ban. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/spree-casino-back-in-georgia-and-alabama/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/spree-casino-back-in-georgia-and-alabama/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 17 September 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>ProgressPlay Debuts Sweepstakes Casino Amid Scrutiny</title>
                <description><![CDATA[New ProgressPlay sweepstakes casino launches in the U.S., featuring dual-system play, geolocation, age verification, and top game providers. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/progressplay-debuts-sweepstakes-casino-amid-scrutiny/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/progressplay-debuts-sweepstakes-casino-amid-scrutiny/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 16 September 2025 14:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>California Passes Bill Banning Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[California passes AB831, banning sweepstakes casinos starting Jan 1, 2026. Learn how the new law impacts the state&#x2019;s sweepstakes gaming industry. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/california-passes-bill-banning-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/california-passes-bill-banning-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 15 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Top Casino Providers Suspend Games on Stake.us for California Users</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Eleven top casino providers pulled their games from Stake.us in California following  key legal action, signaling shifting rules for sweepstakes casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/top-casino-providers-suspend-games-on-stakeus-for-california-users/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/top-casino-providers-suspend-games-on-stakeus-for-california-users/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 15 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Ruby Sweeps Ends Sweepstakes Play in Arizona</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Ruby Sweeps ended sweepstakes play in Arizona, adding the state to its growing exclusion list amid rising regulatory pressure on online sweepstakes casinos. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ruby-sweeps-ends-sweepstakes-play-in-arizona/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/ruby-sweeps-ends-sweepstakes-play-in-arizona/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 12 September 2025 16:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>CA Sweepstakes Ban Advances to Assembly</title>
                <description><![CDATA[California&#x2019;s Assembly advances AB 831, a sweepstakes casino ban. Tribal nations oppose the bill over economic and gaming independence concerns. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/ca-sweepstakes-ban-advances-to-assembly/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/ca-sweepstakes-ban-advances-to-assembly/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 12 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stake.us Faces Legal Challenge in Alabama</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Stake.us is facing a lawsuit in Alabama as residents claim the sweepstakes casino misled users and violated state gambling laws. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-faces-legal-challenge-in-alabama/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/stakeus-faces-legal-challenge-in-alabama/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 11 September 2025 17:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>AB 831 Passes California Senate</title>
                <description><![CDATA[California Senate passes AB 831, restricting casino-style sweepstakes gaming. The bill now moves to the Assembly as operators face rising scrutiny. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/california-senate-passes-ab-831/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/california-senate-passes-ab-831/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 10 September 2025 16:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pragmatic Play Exits US Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Pragmatic Play has ceased supplying its games to U.S. sweepstakes casinos in 2025, following regulatory actions affecting the sweepstakes gaming market. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/pragmatic-play-exits-us-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/pragmatic-play-exits-us-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 10 September 2025 14:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Playtech Exits CA Sweepstakes Casinos</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Playtech withdraws its games from California sweepstakes casinos, including Chumba Casino, amid lawsuits and rising regulatory scrutiny in the state. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/playtech-exits-ca-sweepstakes-casinos/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>
                https://www.stakester.com/playtech-exits-ca-sweepstakes-casinos/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 10 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>VGW, Wow Vegas Face Lawsuits from Louisiana</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Louisiana&#x27;s Department of Revenue files lawsuits against Virtual Gaming Worlds and MW Services for $44 million in unpaid sweepstakes casino taxes. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/vgw-wow-vegas-face-lawsuits-from-louisiana/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/vgw-wow-vegas-face-lawsuits-from-louisiana/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 09 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>The surprising history of Cheat Codes</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover the fascinating history of cheat codes, from secret developer tools to gaming legends. Uncover how cheat codes shaped video games and player culture. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/the-surprising-history-of-cheat-codes/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/the-surprising-history-of-cheat-codes/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>The Future of Sweepstakes Casinos Interview</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We interviewed Stephen Crystal the CEO and founder of SCCG management and a global gaming law consultant with over 30 years of experience in the field. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/the-future-of-sweepstakes-casinos-interview/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/the-future-of-sweepstakes-casinos-interview/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 19 February 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stakesters pension positivity</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Setting up a pension scheme isn&#x2019;t necessarily a priority for a 20-something year old. But starting early could make all the difference. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakesters-pension-positivity/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/stakesters-pension-positivity/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 07 July 2022 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Perfect hand size gamers</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Ever wondered if your hands could be holding your gaming back? Check out this Stakester study into the perfect hand size for gamers. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/perfect-hand-size-gamers/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/perfect-hand-size-gamers/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 08 June 2022 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Are people really playing games to win money online</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Online gaming isn&#x27;t new, but recently we have seen an explosion of new games on mobile devices. Learn how to play games to win money! <a href="https://www.stakester.com/are-people-really-playing-games-to-win-money-online/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/are-people-really-playing-games-to-win-money-online/
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                <pubDate>Tue, 29 March 2022 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Stakester NFT</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The Stakester NFT project has arrived. We explain why we&#x27;re entering the space and what the Stakester NFT is going to do for owners. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakester-nft/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/stakester-nft/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 11 March 2022 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>The Stakester Game Awards</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We&#x27;re ready for the next year of gaming, but for now let&#x27;s look back on the best and worst of 2021. In the spirit of competition, here&#x27;s our award ceremony! <a href="https://www.stakester.com/the-stakester-game-awards/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/the-stakester-game-awards/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 December 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrating 20 years of Xbox</title>
                <description><![CDATA[To celebrate 20 years of all things Xbox, we&#x2019;ve collected our favourite titles from total flops to guilty pleasures. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/celebrating-20-years-of-xbox/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/celebrating-20-years-of-xbox/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 17 November 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>How to Get a PS5</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We&#x27;re nearing the one year anniversary of release, so we&#x2019;ve collected the latest news and how you can finally grab the console of your dreams. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/how-to-get-a-ps5/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/how-to-get-a-ps5/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 September 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Could you ditch the GYM and play video games instead</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We&#x27;ve completed a study in which we found you can burn a crazy amount of calories whilst gaming. So, do we really need the gym? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/could-you-ditch-the-gym-and-play-video-games-instead/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/could-you-ditch-the-gym-and-play-video-games-instead/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 23 August 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Matchmaking a new way to play on Stakester</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Our latest update has made it easier than ever to win money and prizes playing your favourite games on Stakester. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/matchmaking-a-new-way-to-play-on-stakester/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/matchmaking-a-new-way-to-play-on-stakester/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 23 July 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>The Epic games vs Apple lawsuit everything you need to know</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Controversy has been heating up between Apple and Epic Games since August of 2020. Here&#x2019;s a handy timeline so you can pretend you understand everything. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/the-epic-games-vs-apple-lawsuit-everything-you-need-to-know/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/the-epic-games-vs-apple-lawsuit-everything-you-need-to-know/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Strong female characters playable in gaming</title>
                <description><![CDATA[How exactly did we come from Princess Peach being stuck in another castle, to Selene from Returnal absolutely demolishing aliens that stand in her path? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/strong-female-characters-playable-in-gaming/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/strong-female-characters-playable-in-gaming/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 07 May 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>The worst video game movie we secretly loved</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The Mortal Kombat reboot has finally hit the box office: now is the time to reflect on decades of bad video game movies that we secretly love. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/the-worst-video-game-movie-we-secretly-loved/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/the-worst-video-game-movie-we-secretly-loved/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 30 April 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>How hard is to be a Professional Gamer</title>
                <description><![CDATA[To the uninitiated, playing video games professionally might seem like a crazy dream. With so many kids playing games, how could you ever stand out? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/how-hard-is-to-be-a-professional-gamer/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/how-hard-is-to-be-a-professional-gamer/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 22 April 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>5 Kick Ass characters that changed the industry forever</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Who doesn&#x2019;t love a kick-ass character breaking down the walls of our expectations? Now, we can have more fun cracking skulls and taking names. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/5-kick-ass-characters-that-changed-the-industry-forever/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/5-kick-ass-characters-that-changed-the-industry-forever/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 09 April 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Find our hidden Easter Egg quickly to win stakester cash</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Take a look at our list of the best easter eggs in popular games. Find our hidden easter egg and you can win money for your Stakester account! <a href="https://www.stakester.com/find-our-hidden-easter-egg-quickly-to-win-stakester-cash/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/find-our-hidden-easter-egg-quickly-to-win-stakester-cash/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 02 April 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Top 5 video game Tournaments for money and prizes</title>
                <description><![CDATA[As eSports grows - so does the prize money. Here&#x27;s our list of the biggest eSports tournaments out there! These players seriously get paid. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/top-5-video-game-tournaments-for-money-and-prizes/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/top-5-video-game-tournaments-for-money-and-prizes/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 31 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Inside the world of the PS5 restock phenomenon</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Since the PS5 was released last November, every gamer across the globe has been scrambling to get one of their own. What happened exactly? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/inside-the-world-of-the-ps5-restock-phenomenon/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/inside-the-world-of-the-ps5-restock-phenomenon/
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                <title>Gaming and its conquest of the entertainment industry</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Entertainment has long been dominated by Hollywood films and more recently Netflix shows. But, could gaming overtake that tradition? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/gaming-and-its-conquest-of-the-entertainment-industry/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/gaming-and-its-conquest-of-the-entertainment-industry/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 26 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[Football Index has been all over social media and the news for a few weeks now. Come and find out why the crash happened and what&#x27;s next! <a href="https://www.stakester.com/football-index-crash/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/football-index-crash/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 26 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Street Fighter the classic arcade game</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Street Fighter is a timeless classic that has survived many ages in video game history - the question is, why has captured so many hearts and minds? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/street-fighter-the-classic-arcade-game/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/street-fighter-the-classic-arcade-game/
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                <pubDate>Fri, 26 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Is the future of mainstream gaming intertwined with NFTs</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The popularity of NFTs is growing, but is this just a fad or is it something which will become part of all major video games? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/is-the-future-of-mainstream-gaming-intertwined-with-nfts/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/is-the-future-of-mainstream-gaming-intertwined-with-nfts/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 25 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>The History of video game tournaments for money and prizes</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Skill based tournaments isn&#x2019;t exactly a new concept. We want to take you on a tour back into the past over the history of gaming tournaments. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/the-history-of-video-game-tournaments-for-money-and-prizes/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/the-history-of-video-game-tournaments-for-money-and-prizes/
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                <pubDate>Thu, 18 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Become a Better FIFA Player</title>
                <description><![CDATA[In a world-first, Stakester has carried out a COVID-secure study to see if leaning forward really makes you a better FIFA player. <a href="https://www.stakester.com/become-a-better-fifa-player/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/become-a-better-fifa-player/
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                <pubDate>Wed, 17 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Win money and prizes no deposit required</title>
                <description><![CDATA[If you back yourself and your skills, then you could start winning money and prizes on Stakester. The best part? There&#x27;s no deposit required! <a href="https://www.stakester.com/win-money-and-prizes-no-deposit-required/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/win-money-and-prizes-no-deposit-required/
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                <pubDate>Mon, 15 March 2021 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>FIFA Rage your hidden Opponent and how to beat it</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Finding yourself in a rut of FIFA rage every game? Then this article is for you. We&#x27;ll let you know hot to stay calm on FIFA this weekend.&#xA;HTML <a href="https://www.stakester.com/fifa-rage-your-hidden-opponent-and-how-to-beat-it/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/fifa-rage-your-hidden-opponent-and-how-to-beat-it/
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                <title>EAgate FIFA scandal</title>
                <description><![CDATA[An EA employee is allegedly caught distributing rare in-game items for thousands of dollars. What does the future hold for EAGate? <a href="https://www.stakester.com/eagate-fifa-scandal/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/eagate-fifa-scandal/
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                <title>Stakester raises 2M to give noobs and leets a bite of the esports money pie</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Stakester, a competition marketplace helping gamers to monetize their skills, today announced a $2.7M seed round led by RTP Global <a href="https://www.stakester.com/stakester-raises-2m-to-give-noobs-and-leets-a-bite-of-the-esports-money-pie/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
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                https://www.stakester.com/stakester-raises-2m-to-give-noobs-and-leets-a-bite-of-the-esports-money-pie/
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                <title>Young Adults see Opportunity to monetize Gaming skills during Pandemic</title>
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                https://www.stakester.com/young-adults-see-opportunity-to-monetize-gaming-skills-during-pandemic/
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