The global gambling industry is racing to integrate artificial intelligence into its operations, but a glaring lack of safety controls and regulatory oversight is leaving the high-stakes sector severely exposed.

A new UNLV report on artificial intelligence in the gaming industry says one in five companies have a dedicated AI governance role, and most organizations have no established governance practices.

The Historic Westside has seen a wave of new development projects break ground or open their doors as part of a yearslong effort to revitalize the storied region of Southern Nevada, which has long grappled with racism, disinvestment and discriminatory practices such as redlining. These efforts stretch back nearly a decade, when residents partnered with UNLV architecture students and local and international consultants to identify what the community wanted to see in the Historic Westside.

Research has uncovered a “disconnect” between igaming companies’ AI governance and data privacy concerns and their commitment to creating the structures and dedicated roles to oversee the technology.

Japan’s Angel Group Co Ltd, a specialist in playing card manufacturing and ‘smart’ gaming tables, has been assessed as leading a global top-10 list of firms – all technology suppliers – granted artificial intelligence (AI)-related patents in gaming.

A 2023 study by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, found that personalized bonus offers based on play history increase user retention by up to 47% compared to generic promotions.

Hospitality workers in Las Vegas hoped the nationwide “No Tax on Tips” provision would provide relief after a sharp decline in tourism. Results have been mixed.

Artificial intelligence activity in gaming is being driven primarily by technology suppliers rather than operators, according to a new report from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The study also shows the United States dominating AI-related gaming patent filings, while companies such as Angel Group, IGT, and Light & Wonder lead the field in granted patents and citations.

Nevada ranked third nationally in the number of criminal cyber complaints in 2025, according to a report from the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center. The report said about 400 people out of every 100,000 reported a cybercrime last year, losing more than $302 million.