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How Kalshi and Polymarket Could Disrupt Arkansas GamingLock Icon

It's no exaggeration to say that prediction markets have exploded in the last year and the affects of the their popularity are being felt across the nation. read more >
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Government & Politics / Tourism

The Freedom to Lose (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)

In 2025, Arkansans lost more than $2 million every day gambling, a number that will likely go up with the surge of prediction markets and sportsbetting apps. read more >
Banking & Finance / Tourism

💰By the Numbers: Arkansas Casino Slot, Table and Sportsbook RevenueLock Icon

Explore seven years of slot, table, and sportsbook data from Arkansas' three casinos. read more >

⌚ The Week’s Top Stories In 60 Seconds

Here are the five stories that resonated most with Arkansas Business readers this week. read more >
Government & Politics / Media & Marketing / Tourism

DraftKings, FanDuel Win Approval to Partner With Arkansas Casinos

The move sets the stage for a dramatic shift in the state's $655 million sports betting market. read more >
Government & Politics / Nonprofits / Tourism

Alicia Payseno On Economic Development Mindsets Shaping Arkansas Hospitality Strategy

Payseno talks in-depth on regulating predictive markets and human trafficking prevention efforts in her new position. read more >
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Government & Politics / Tourism

Arkansas Casinos Generate Nearly $110M in Taxes as Market ExpandsLock Icon

Carlton Saffa, the chief market officer for Saracen Casino Resort, said higher annual tax revenue is “very easily doable," especially when the casino in Pine Bluff completes its expansion. read more >
Industry / Media & Marketing

Arkansas Problem Gambling Council Seeks Increased Funding as Calls for Help Surge

This year, the number of calls to the nonprofit hotline, 1-800-Gambler, is expected to be up 5% from last year’s total of about 7,000 calls, said Vena Schexnayder, founder of the organization. The nearly 7,000 calls the APGC received in 2023 was an increase of 22% from 2022. read more >
These apps allow sports wagering from a mobile device, laptop or desktop computer from anywhere in Arkansas.
Government & Politics / Tourism

Mobile Betting Taking Off in ArkansasLock Icon

Though still in its infancy, the future of mobile sports betting in Arkansas looks promising as more casinos gain approval and launch apps. read more >
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Construction / Tourism

Southland Casino Hotel Completes $320M Transformation

The three-year project includes a gleaming new 20-story hotel with 300 rooms. read more >