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VGW Has Donated $70,000 To Arizona Political Organizations In 2026
VGW has funneled $70,000 into three Arizona Republican groups as regulators target sweeps casinos in the state. We example that political spending and what it may mean.
Tracking VGW’s Political Donations In Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee
VGW is putting money into politics in states targeting sweepstakes casinos. Here’s where the company donated in Florida, Kentucky and Tennessee — and the gaming ties behind some recipients.
VGW Active In Political Donations For Alabama Campaigns This Year
VGW is putting money into Alabama politics, giving Tommy Tuberville $100,000 and contributing $351,000 to state races as its LuckyLand Slots brand prepares to shut down.
VGW Reaches Settlement With New York, Agrees To Pay $8 Million
VGW will pay New York $8 million and allow eligible Sweeps Coin redemptions through August 2027 under a settlement with the state.
Will We See More Attorney General Lawsuits Against Sweeps Casinos? One Stakeholder Thinks It’s ‘Likely’
Light & Wonder’s F. Steven DiMasi sees more sweeps lawsuits coming. With Kentucky and Florida already suing operators, could other states be next to take them to court?
ProphetX Co-Founder Talks Shift To Predictions, Fliff’s Potential Pivot
ProphetX co-founder Jake Benzaquen discusses the company’s pivot from sweeps to prediction markets and why Fliff’s similar move also makes sense.
Florida, Kentucky Take Aim At VGW. Here’s How Their Lawsuits Differ
VGW is facing lawsuits in Florida and Kentucky over its sweepstakes model. The states agree on plenty — but their cases differ in key ways.
Florida Attorney General Sues VGW And Stake, Following Kentucky’s Lead
Florida sues VGW and Stake over alleged illegal gambling, signaling a tougher new enforcement strategy against sweepstakes casinos.
Popular Games Provider Pulls Its Titles From Sweeps Casinos In Iowa
Popular games vendor 3 Oaks Gaming has pulled its titles from Iowa sweepstakes casinos, a move that may signal an abundance of caution.
Fill Out Surveys For Free Sweeps Coins? The Newest Operator Pivot
At least one sweeps operator is offering free Sweeps Coins through surveys and app-based offers — a new alternative to dual-currency gaming.
Some Operators Now Tying Sweeps Coins To Physical Product Purchases
Could selling physical products keep Sweeps Coins alive? A new model tests whether product sales can sidestep sweeps casino bans.
As Sweeps Industry Changes, Legendz's Strategy Focuses On Content, Not New Gaming Model
Legendz is taking a different approach to the evolving sweeps market, using storytelling and branding to fuel its new Jolly Sweeps platform.
