Las Vegas Sands is closing Sands Digital Services, its digital gaming venture, and expects the move to affect about 300 to 400 workers, reportedly including 150 in Las Vegas. The company launched the unit three years ago, but it did not bring its planned live-dealer platform to market.
Suppliers and investors should note Sands is closing its digital venture after its planned live-dealer platform failed to reach market.
Quarter ended 30 September 2026
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Fanatics Casino launched an NFL-themed live blackjack game in Pennsylvania and New Jersey through its partnership with Evolution, the company said. The game offers tables branded for all 32 NFL teams, with expansion to other states planned in the coming months.
Evolution chief executive Martin Carlesund said the company is assessing games featuring AI-based virtual dealers. He described them as a possible addition to live casino, not a replacement, and said Evolution has not announced a specific product or launch date.
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Las Vegas Sands chairman and chief executive Patrick Dumont reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Macau and ruled out prediction market expansion. Speaking to Bloomberg TV at The Venetian Macao, Dumont expressed confidence in Macau’s long-term outlook despite four consecutive months of slowing gaming revenue.