Author: Stephen Crystal

Stephen Crystal is the Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, a global advisory firm serving the gaming, sports betting, and emerging technology industries. With more than 30 years of experience spanning casino operations, regulatory affairs, and strategic consulting, Crystal has guided hundreds of companies through market entry, licensing, and growth across six continents. He writes on regulatory developments, industry consolidation, and the forces reshaping global gaming markets.

Meet Stephen Crystal in Miami & at SBC Americas 2026 | June 8-12, 2026

Schedule a private meeting with Stephen Crystal during SBC Americas in Fort Lauderdale or throughout his Miami visit from June 8-12, 2026.

State AG Coalitions Challenge CFTC Oversight of Prediction Market Sports Contracts

State attorneys general and tribal governments claim prediction markets are draining over $1 billion in sports betting tax revenue, challenging CFTC…

Nevada and Louisiana Chairs Urge Pushback Against Prediction Markets

Nevada and Louisiana gaming chairs call on the casino industry to defend state oversight by confronting prediction market operators expanding under CFTC…

Arizona Opens New Event Wagering License Applications in 2026

Arizona’s new event wagering license window opens June 26, 2026, giving operators a fresh chance to enter a major U.S. sports betting market after recent…

Caesars $17.6B Fertitta Deal Faces Regulatory Scrutiny Across 20 States

Caesars Entertainment agrees to a $17.6 billion acquisition by Fertitta Entertainment, triggering multi-state regulatory reviews and signaling further…

Bet365 Joins Alberta Regulated iGaming Market Ahead of July 13 Launch

bet365 joins Alberta’s regulated iGaming roster, bringing the total to over 30 operators ahead of the July 13 launch and signaling strong confidence in…

Meet Stephen Crystal at the Venezuela Expo

Meet Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, at the Venezuela Expo. Schedule a meeting to discuss gaming, technology, and investment opportunities.

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UK Gambling Commission Extends Deposit Limit Deadline by Three Months

The UK Gambling Commission grants operators three extra months to implement deposit limit rules under the updated Remote Technical Standards. Licensed…

Dina Titus Urges CFTC to Regulate Sow Bellies Over Sports Betting Markets

Nevada Rep. Dina Titus calls on the CFTC to focus on traditional commodities like sow bellies rather than prediction markets tied to sports betting.