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.

Betting apps that take wagers on everything from sports to what public officials might say next have become increasingly popular. But online "prediction markets" are getting pushback from Nevada and Arizona.

In what is targeted to be an annually updated report, the UNLV International Gaming Institute published its first research on the use of artificial intelligence and says while most companies have no governance practices, others are in the early stages of development.

Las Vegas has hosted major sports events for decades, from boxing championships to Formula One racing in the early 1980s. But 10 years ago, the city made a decision that reshaped its sports and entertainment identity: building T-Mobile Arena.

The report draws insights from 83 gambling companies and 113 regulators worldwide, a 15-year analysis of academic publications, and patent filing data and expert contributions.​

If you're involved in gaming operations, regulation, compliance, or AI strategy, this report saves you the legwork. It’s the first independent baseline showing where the industry actually stands on AI — not just the hype. Expect useful benchmarking, a clear warning about governance gaps, and pointers on where risk and opportunity are converging.

New study provides benchmarks as gambling sector navigates responsible AI integration.

This marks the inaugural edition of an annual global benchmarking series tracking how artificial intelligence is shaping the global gambling industry.

As businesses rush to adopt artificial intelligence, use of AI in the highly regulated gaming industry is only just emerging. Now, a UNLV report is providing benchmarks as it develops. “The State of AI in Gaming 2026” was released Thursday. It provides a snapshot of current levels of adoption and points to gaps that need to be addressed. The 113-page report was released by the UNLV International Gaming Institute (IGI) in collaboration with KPMG LLP, a U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm. The report focuses on the responsible use of AI.

Missouri sportsbooks generated more tax revenue in the state's third month of legal betting than they did in the first two months combined, according to new Missouri Gaming Commission data.

A study by the National Council on Problem Gambling found that states with legal gambling meet an average of 32 of 82 recommended player protection standards. Nevada met 24 of those benchmarks. Research from the University of Nevada Las Vegas International Gaming Institute reported that 15% of Nevada adults meet criteria for problem gambling, compared with a 2% national average cited by the council.

Las Vegas visitors looking to avoid surprise add-on charges now have a new option on the Strip: all-inclusive hotel pricing.