Jess Marquez
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G2E: Gaming industry could do more with crypto, even after CLARITY Act death (opens the original)
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As attendees and delegates streamed into the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas for the 2026 edition of G2E Monday morning, the festivities began with a spirited and sometimes frustrated discussion on the future of cryptocurrency in regulated gaming, which, as panelists noted, is still very much in flux. Industry consultant Jonathan Michaels moderated the panel with three guests whose experience covered various aspects of the intersection between gaming and finance: Earle Hall, CEO of systems provider A
New report suggests MGM could bid for People Inc instead, after Diller rescinds offer (opens the original)
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In the same week that Barry Diller’s People Inc rescinded an $18 billion offer to acquire the 73% of shares in MGM Resorts that it does not already own, reports have surfaced that the tables may be turning, with MGM reportedly mulling a takeover bid for People instead. The Wall Street Journal was first to report the potential change in events late Thursday, citing sources close to the matter. From a market perspective, the rescinded offer and potential switch have been favourable to People Inc —
Diller's People Inc. rescinds MGM takeover bid as operator commits to standalone strategy (opens the original)
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MGM Resorts confirmed Wednesday that an $18 billion takeover offer from its largest shareholder, Barry Diller’s People Inc., which was lodged in June, has been rescinded, with both sides expressing confidence in the operator’s ability to continue as a standalone company. Shares of People Inc. were essentially flat in trading Thursday while MGM slid 11% to about $33.50. Diller’s offer to acquire the 73% of MGM that People Inc. didn’t already own for $48.30 per share drove the stock up to around t
Caesars shareholders approve Fertitta merger while FTC review continues (opens the original)
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On Tuesday, Caesars Entertainment shareholders voted to approve the company’s $17.6 billion merger and take-private by Fertitta Entertainment, clearing a key hurdle to close the massive and complex transaction. According to Caesars’ 8K filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, about 65% of eligible shareholders voted in favour of the deal, which was announced in May. The take-private deal was announced after several months of bidding between Fertitta and Carl Icahn, who had previous
Death of Clarity Act crypto framework bill could be both good and bad for gaming stakeholders (opens the original)
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The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, a long-hyped piece of legislation establishing a federal framework for cryptocurrency, failed to clear a key Senate vote this week and now looks dead for 2026, which represents a resounding defeat for crypto stakeholders that has multiple ramifications for the gaming industry. At least 60 ‘yes’ votes were needed to move the legislation towards passage, but the final tally of 49-50 didn’t even reach a majority after four Republican lawmakers broke ranks to op
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