Latest Casino and Gambling News

Team Liquid and More Progress in 1win Series Dota 2 Tournament

Team Liquid, Gaimin Gladiators, Team Spirit, and PARIVISION have moved on from the Group Stage in the 1win Series Dota 2 tournament.

11/21/2024

Esports

GeoComply Report Shows Uptick in Attempts to Place Sports Bets in Georgia

GeoComply has reported that over 42,000 GPS checks came from the state of Georgia on Sunday alone, despite the industry remaining illegal. That number is over 100% higher than last year, with over 7,800 accounts trying to place wagers.

11/21/2024

Legendz Sportsbook Returns to US Market With New Social Sportsbook

Legendz launched its social sportsbook in 43 states on Monday, returning to the country after being banned for running one of the country’s largest illegal platforms. The new platform's lack of real-money wagers allows it to work outside of US sports betting regulations.

11/21/2024

Massachusetts Sends Cease & Desist Letter to Bovada Sportsbook

Massachusetts Regulator Holds Hearing Over DraftKings Violation

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) held a seven-hour hearing with DraftKings officials over accepting wagers coming from credit card deposits. The operator claims those deposits were made in other states, meaning they did not violate Massachusetts law.

11/21/2024

FanDuel Dominates DC Market in August Despite Increased Competition

Report Shows DC Attorney General Investigating GamebetDC’s Failure

A report from AxiosDC shows that Washington, D.C.’s Attorney General Brian Schwalb has opened an investigation into Intralot, the sportsbook’s operator. The DC Lottery awarded the failed operator sole control of the online sports betting market without a bidding process.

11/21/2024

Playtika Completes the Acquisition of Mobile Games Developer SuperPlay

Acquiring SuperPlay bolsters Playtika’s portfolio, expanding its development team and positioning it to deliver exceptional gameplay worldwide.

11/21/2024

Legal News

Thai Serial Killer Who Poisoned For Gambling Money Sentenced to Death

Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn has been sentenced to death after one of her murder trials. She poisoned for money to support a gambling addiction.

11/21/2024

Alabama Casino Legislation Likely Addressed in 2025, Per Lawmakers

Based on comments by lawmakers in Alabama, it appears casino legislation will be addressed in 2025.

11/20/2024

Two Plead Guilty in the Death of Police Sergeant at Batavia Downs

Michael Elmore and Lynsdey Jean Wilcox plead guilty in a case involving the death of a police sergeant at Batavia Downs in New York.

11/19/2024

Illinois Township Supervisor Refuses to Resign After Misuse of Funds

A township supervisor in Illinois admitted using government funds at a casino and refuses to resign.

11/18/2024

New Hampshire Officials Blamed For Slowing Casino Sale

Concord Casino attorneys blame New Hampshire state officials for slowing its sale.

11/15/2024

Texas Lt. Gov. Casts Doubt on 2025 Casino Legislation

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said 2025 casino legislation is possible but highly unlikely.

11/14/2024

Virginia Senator to Propose Retail Casino Bill Despite Long Odds

Virginia Senator to Propose Retail Casino Bill Despite Odds

Virginia Senator Dave Marsden is expected to submit legislation for a retail casino in Fairfax County in January.

11/14/2024

MGM Springfield Casino Evacuated Following Weekend Fire

Massachusetts’ MGM Springfield fire results in evacuation.

11/12/2024

Pennsylvania Treasurer Convicted, Gambled Public Funds

A former Pennsylvania treasurer was convicted after stealing public funds and gambling it away on the lottery.

11/11/2024

Bar Owners Swindle Regular Out of Lottery Winnings

Bar owners in Spain confused a regular into accepting a lottery-winning funs split while knowing the victim won.

11/08/2024

Kentucky Downs Employee Sentenced 40 Years For Murder

Cafe manager at Kentucky Downs sentenced to 40 years for murder.

11/07/2024

Florida Caretaker Arrested At Gambling Outfit, Allegedly Stole $100K

Caretaker arrested an illegal gambling location after allegedly stealing $100k

11/01/2024

Florida Man Arrested For Placing Explosives at Hard Rock Tampa

45-year-old Florida man arrested for placing two explosive devices at Hard Rock Casino in Tampa.

11/01/2024

Circus Circus Murderer Found Guilty, Facing Death Penalty

Circus Circus double murderer found guilty, could face death penalty.

10/31/2024

MI Business Owner Charged With Swindling Up To $5M To Gamble

Michigan businessman is charged with ripping customers off and gambling the money on slots.

10/31/2024

New Hampshire Casino Charged With Theft

Concord Casino and owner hit with theft charges.

10/28/2024

Lawsuit Dismissed Against Vegas Casino, Former Executive

Federal court dismisses lawsuit with prejudice against Resorts World Las Vegas and Scott Sibella

10/26/2024

California Casino Hit with $900K Fine By FinCEN

FinCEN fines California Lake Elsinore Hotel and Casino $900k.

10/25/2024

Billionaire Crypto Gaming Mogul Escaped Kidnapping Attempt

Yolo Group Founder escaped kidnapping attempt in Estonia

10/25/2024

California Lawyer Gambled Money From Clients, Faked Cancer

California lawyer stole client funds, gambled it, and faked cancer.

10/23/2024

Man Dead In Police Shootout at Hollywood Casino in Indiana

An unnamed man was shot dead after a police shootout at Hollywood Casino & Hotel in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.

10/22/2024

$120K Worth of Watches Stolen From Man at Encore Vegas

Two women have been charged for stealing $120k worth of watches from two men at Wynn Encore Resort.

10/18/2024

Rivers Casino Shooting Victim In Critical Condition

A 37-year-old victim remains in critical condition following a shooting in the Rivers Casino Philadelphia parking lot.

10/18/2024

United Casino and Betting Legislation Coming to Texas?

Texas casino and betting industries have aligned, pushing for legalization in 2025.

10/17/2024

Arkansas Supreme Court Denies Challenge to Casino Initiative

The Arkansas Supreme Court ruled against a challenge against a ballot initiative for a casino in Pope County involving signature gathering.

10/16/2024

Man Pleads Guilty to Red Rock Resort Attempted Murders

25-year-old Shayne Sussman has pleaded guilty to multiple attempted murder charges at Red Rock Resort in Las Vegas.

10/16/2024

Michigan Sends More Cease And Desists To Offshore Outlets

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has issued cease and desist notices to two more offshore outlets.

10/11/2024

Light & Wonder to Alter Game As Lawsuit Lingers

Light & Wonder is planning to change its Dragon Train game as lawsuits with Evolution and Aristocrat linger.

10/11/2024

Dodgers Pitcher Robbed At Santa Anita Racetrack

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler had his six-figure watch stolen at Santa Anita racetrack last month.

10/11/2024

Mass. Sheriff Arrested at MGM Springfield for Drunk Driving

Hampden County, Mass. sheriff Nick Cocchi was arrested in September after driving a police vehicle drunk and without a tire.

10/09/2024

IRS Coming After $13B in Unreported Gambling Winnings

The IRS has found that 148,908 Americans who won more than $15,000 from gambling winnings failed to file their taxes from 2018 to 2020.

10/07/2024

Singapore Casino Dealer Uses Sleight of Hand, Sent to Jail

A dealer at a Singaporean casino, Oumnakil Thanakorn, was sentenced to a year and three weeks in jail for stealing using sleight of hand.

10/04/2024

Judge Throws Out Case Against $2B Powerball Winner

Los Angeles Superior Court judge throws out case against $2B Powerball winner Edwin Castro.

10/04/2024

Las Vegas News

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Culinary Workers Strike Enters Fifth Day

The Culinary Workers Union urges tourists and community allies to boycott the property as it hires about 660 temporary workers.

11/20/2024

Hundreds of Culinary Workers Strike at Virgin Las Vegas Amid Contract Contention

About 700 hospitality staff represented by the Culinary Workers Union went on an open-ended strike for fair wages and better contract terms.

11/16/2024

Venetian and Palazzo Resorts Lay Off Top Employees in Cost-Cutting Measures

The layouts have targeted less than 50 senior employees across departments in a bid to enhance operations amid $1.5 billion renovations.

11/13/2024

Sphere Entertainment Reports Losses in Q3 2024 Despite a Busy Year

Sphere Entertainment CEO James Dolan expressed that the venture was the first of its kind, meaning there was plenty of room to learn and improve.

11/13/2024

Las Vegas Strip Experiences its Third Consecutive Month of Revenue Decline

The drop in Las Vegas Strip revenue contrasts with other areas in Nevada like Downtown Las Vegas and Reno, where revenues climbed up to 33%.

10/31/2024

Sahara Las Vegas Poker Room Shutting Down to Pave the Way for Slot Machines

The casino resort is closing its poker room following the latest post-pandemic slump and replacing it with a new slot machine area.

10/30/2024

MGM and Marriot Set to Transform the Strip with W Las Vegas Property

The introduction of the W Hotels brand to the Las Vegas Strip is expected to reshape the entertainment and hospitality of the area with new energy and appeal.

10/24/2024

Bally’s Plans to Launch Hotel Casino with Oakland Athletic’s Ballpark in 2028

The corporation confirmed plans to open the first phase of a new casino resort in Las Vegas alongside the completion of the Oakland A’s stadium.

10/24/2024

NatsumeAtari Aims to Introduce Japanese IP to the Global Gaming Market

The gaming software developer is focused on providing slot games with a Japanese twist to the global stage, starting with North America.

10/11/2024

Las Vegas Approves the Expansion of Its Order-Out Corridor for Tourist Areas

This development allows people convicted of misdemeanors to be banned from the restricted zone, which covers an additional 29 acres of downtown Las Vegas.

10/03/2024

The Eagles Stun on Opening Night of Their Sphere Residency

The Eagles become the fourth superstar rock band to partner with the Sphere for what is anticipated to be a beaming Las Vegas residency.

09/22/2024

Nevada Regulators Table Solution for Armed Security Shortage in Las Vegas Casinos

The shortage of armed security officers in Las Vegas casinos following regulation changes by the FBI is on track to be resolved next month.

09/13/2024

National Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Las Vegas Prepares to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th

The month-long celebration is lined up with events from Latino legends like Nathan Brian Wine and Emmanuel in iconic Las Vegas venues.

09/05/2024

Janet Jackson Las Vegas Residency at Resorts World Theater Confirmed

The rock and roll star is set to perform ten highly anticipated shows launching on New Year's Week. The shows will run until February 15th, 2025.

08/29/2024

Live! Casino Billboard Spells Bruce Springsteen’s Name Wrong

Live! Casino Philadelphia Apologizes for Springsteen Billboard Misspelling

Bruce Springsteen played two shows in Philadelphia, and in welcoming him to the city, Live! Casino in Philadelphia spelled his name wrong.

08/26/2024

Warner Bros. Discovery to Enter a Long-Term Studio Lease in Las Vegas

Warner Bros. plans to drop a cool $8.5 billion in production for a long-term studio lease of Nevada Studios in partnership with UNLV.

08/23/2024

Seven Magic Mountains to be Moved from the Las Vegas Desert

The Washoe County Board of Commissioners voted to help the Nevada Museum of Art relocate north, possibly to Reno, along with Seven Magic Mountains.

08/21/2024

Sphere is Allowed to Play Outdoor Audio Exceeding Las Vegas Noise Ordinances

Despite outcry from residents in nearby apartment buildings, the Las Vegas sphere gets the OK from local authorities to exceed noise limitations.

08/16/2024

Red Rock Resorts is all Set to Enter the Tavern Gaming Business

Red Rocks Resorts will embark on a new business of tavern gaming properties across Las Vegas under its Seventy Six by Station Casinos brand.

08/14/2024

World News

Playtika Completes the Acquisition of Mobile Games Developer SuperPlay

Acquiring SuperPlay bolsters Playtika’s portfolio, expanding its development team and positioning it to deliver exceptional gameplay worldwide.

11/21/2024

Marina Bay Sands Seeking $9 Billion Loan for Resort Expansion

DBS, OUB, Maybank, and OCBC banks are planning the seven-year loan facility, which will mainly refinance a loan and cover the expansion budget.

11/20/2024

Updated Google Policy Limits Unlicensed Gambling Ads in Germany

Since its implementation, the German gambling regulator GGL reports that the ad policy has eased illegal gambling concerns in Germany.

11/19/2024

Thailand Sets Sights on Approving Entertainment Complex Bill by 2025

Secretary-General Prommin Lertsuridej revealed that the Entertainment Complex Bill is expected to sail through both parliament chambers in 2025.

11/19/2024

Suntrust Manila Hotel Casino Announces a New Completion Date in Q4 2025

The property had previously targeted a Q4 2024 launch, suggesting that the project still needs time for commercial operational readiness.

11/16/2024

Thailand's Gaming Industry Set for Rapid Growth and Global Prominence

As per expert analysis, Thailand could open its first Integrated Resorts by 2029, outpacing neighboring Singapore and the MGM Osaka launch in Japan.

11/14/2024

Game Lounge Expands Global Footprint with Meneer Casino Owner Acquisition

This strategic move bolsters Game Lounge’s presence in the ballooning Dutch iGaming market, which recently underwent regulatory developments.

11/12/2024

Hacksaw Gaming Launches Wings of Horus, a Mystical Egyptian-Themed Slot

For bets of up to $100, the pokie entertains with enigmatic features from Orb Symbols and Sacred Scripture to two bonus rounds.

11/10/2024

President Ferdinand Marcos Signs EO Enacting the Immediate Ban of POGOs

The Executive order, signed on November 5th, requires all POGOs and related offshore gaming operations to close shop by the end of December.

11/10/2024

Galaxy Entertainment Q3 Revenue Rises Year-on-Year but Drops Quarter-on-Quarter

The Group reported higher revenues across the board than this time the previous year, but there was a 2% decline compared to Q2.

11/08/2024

Microgaming Announces Strategic Brand Refresh on Its 30th Anniversary

The iGaming company reflects on the massive changes over the last 30 years while embracing a new purpose as a platform software leader.

11/07/2024

BGC Publishes First Code Handbook to Raise Industry Standards

Launched in celebration of BGC’s fifth anniversary, the new Code Handbook compiles over 100 measures its members are obliged to follow.

11/07/2024

Wynn Resorts Announces Improved Q3 Revenue Results and Strategic Investments

The casino operator noted a remarkable improvement from the previous year's net loss and announced a $1 billion repurchase of shares.

11/06/2024

Yggdrasil and Bulletproof Games Launch Lollipop Drop MultiMax Online Slot

The vibrant slot has a 10,000x winning potential achieved through unique bonuses, including Prize Boxes, MultiMax Free Spins, and a Gumball Machine bonus.

11/03/2024

Macau Casinos Record Highest Gaming Revenue in October Since Pandemic

Macau’s Gross Gaming Revenue hit a new high of 6.6% in October since the COVID shutdown as Golden Week fueled tourism and spending.

11/02/2024

Star Entertainment Experiences Revenue Decline and New Regulatory Issues

The company reported a sharp revenue decline of 18% compared to 2023, citing a challenging operating environment, including an AU$15 million penalty.

10/31/2024

Aristocrat Technologies Secures First-Ever Gaming Vendor License in UAE

The license cements Aristocrat Technologies as a global leader in gaming and aligns with the UAE’s plans to capitalize on gambling entertainment.

10/30/2024

MGA and UKGC Formalize Partnership with MoU to Enhance Regulatory Standards

The MoU is a significant milestone that enhances the relationship between both parties to protect consumers better and address criminal activity.

10/27/2024

Hacksaw Gaming Revives the Norse Mythology Theme with Rise of Ymir Slot

Rise of Ymir Slot embarks on a wild conquest with wild multipliers, megamultiplier icons, bonus rounds, and five feature buys.

10/27/2024

Swedish Gaming Group Cherry AB Considers Selling its Subsidiary ComeOn Group

The decision to explore the ComeOn sale is still in its early stages, and an auction for the gambling operator will likely occur later this year.

10/26/2024

Las Vegas Sands to Spend $8 Billion on Marina Bay Sands IR Expansion

The project will add a fourth tower to the integrated resort that will feature 570 luxury suites, rooftop pools, and a 15,000-seat arena.

10/25/2024

Ireland Passes Landmark Gambling Regulation Bill to be Enacted Within the Next Year

The bill sailed through both Houses of the Oireachtas and is expected to be the legislative framework for a new, independent governing body.

10/19/2024

Pragmatic Play Launches their Newest Slot Game Vampy Party with Enhanced Multipliers

The slot revels in exciting features like tumbling reels and enhanced multiplier mechanics that have a strong familiarity to them.

10/18/2024

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka Begins Commercial Operations

The project is the largest private sector investment in Sri Lanka, worth US$1.2 billion, and is the first Integrated Resort to launch in South Asia.

10/17/2024

MGM Osaka Resort Construction Begins: Aims to Become Japan’s Tourism Cornerstone

The ambitious project is valued at $8.5 billion and will feature 2,500 hotel rooms and suites, 730,000 sq ft of MICE, and casino services.

10/17/2024

Crown Melbourne to Pay AU$2 Million Fine for Responsible Gambling Breaches

The Victorian casino resort allowed 242 self-excluded players to gamble on its floor, proving its lack of effective responsible gambling measures.

10/16/2024

Sam Hou Fai Elected as Macau's Chief Executive and Promises Economic Change

The former judge won an uncontested election to become the sixth-term Chief Executive of Macau, an appointment lauded by Beijing.

10/16/2024

NetEnt Launches Adventure-Fueled, Hunting-Themed Video Slot, Rabid Randy

Rabid Randy delivers a familiar slot experience aligned with the NetEnt brand, fusing thrilling gameplay mechanics with immersive visuals.

10/12/2024

Galaxsys Partners with Betika to Expand Gaming Reach in Africa

Galaxsys intends to provide its vast portfolio of high-quality gaming products through Betika, one of the leading African sports betting platforms.

10/11/2024

Wynn Resorts Outlines its US$5 billion Luxury IR in the UAE, Plans 2027 Launch

After receiving the first UAE gaming license, Wynn Resorts details the Al Marjan Island integrated resort and plans to launch in 2027.

10/10/2024

Macau Witnesses Big Crowds for Golden Week, Breaks Betting Volume Records

October Golden Week enjoyed visitation in high numbers, exceeding pre-pandemic figures, underscoring the rising interest in Macau's leisure offerings.

10/08/2024

Thailand’s Casino Bill Could Undergo an Overhaul with 45 New Proposals

The presented proposals suggest that the casino license duration should be changed and that tax rates should be increased to 17% of gaming revenue.

10/08/2024

Wynn Resorts Granted First UAE Gaming License for Al Marjan Island Resort

The Las Vegas-based casino operator received the first commercial gaming license in the UAE from the GCGRA, the country’s casino gaming authority.

10/06/2024

Sports Betting

GeoComply Report Shows Uptick in Attempts to Place Sports Bets in Georgia

11/21/2024

Legendz Sportsbook Returns to US Market With New Social Sportsbook

11/21/2024

Massachusetts Regulator Holds Hearing Over DraftKings Violation

11/21/2024

Report Shows DC Attorney General Investigating GamebetDC’s Failure

11/21/2024

New Jersey Considering Ban on College Player Prop Betting

New Jersey Assemblyman Sterley Stanley has introduced a bill banning college player prop betting in response to a request from NCAA President Charlie Baker. If passed, it would make New Jersey the fourteenth state to ban the controversial bet type.

11/21/2024

Louisiana Scraps Plan to Raise Tax Rate Days After Proposal

Louisiana Rep. Wilder has requested his recently proposed sports betting bill be deferred two days after its introduction. The bill called for the tax rate on operators to be raised from 15% to 51%, leading to an outcry from the industry.

11/15/2024

Newly Proposed Ohio Bill Would Cut Sports Betting Tax Rate in Half

An Ohio legislator introduced sports betting bill SB190 to the Senate Finance Committee. The bill proposes cutting the operator rax rate back down to 10%. The bill’s goal is to help grow the market, which some believe is being hurt by its 20% rate.

11/15/2024

FanDuel and MLB Players Settle Lawsuit Over Player Likeness

A spokesperson from FanDuel Sportsbook shared that the industry-leading operator has reached a deal with the union over using player likenesses. The new licensing agreement ends a lawsuit filed by the union against FanDuel last month.

11/15/2024

Tar Heel State Sees Record-High Sports Betting Handle in October

North Carolina reported a sports betting handle of $612 million for October, over $60 million more than in September. The numbers show that the market’s ceiling is still unknown, leading to legislatures considering changes to how gambling winnings are taxed.

11/14/2024

New Louisiana Bill Would Bring Massive Tax Hike for Sportsbooks

A new sports betting bill proposed in the Louisiana House of Representatives would increase operators' tax rate to 51% while eliminating promotional betting. The bill is expected to bring fierce opposition from the state’s sportsbooks, threatening to throw the market into chaos.

11/14/2024

New York Sets Record with Massive $2.3 Billion October Handle

The New York State Gaming Commission reported a record-high $2.3 billion sports betting handle for October, breaking the $2.1 million record from November 2023. The numbers were boosted by the Yankees' and Mets' deep playoff runs.

11/08/2024

Minnesota Making Progress Towards Legalizing Sports Betting

The Running Aces Casino has sent a letter to the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association supporting a deal to legalize sports betting in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. The group had opposed previous bills but appear to be ready to make a deal.

11/08/2024

Colorado Amendment to Eliminate Cap on Sports Betting Tax Passes

Colorado residents voted in favor of Amendment JJ in Tuesday’s election, eliminating a $29 million cap on sports betting tax revenue that the state can keep. The extra funds will be used to support the state’s water projects.

11/07/2024

Sports Betting Becomes Legal in Missouri After Amendment 2 Passes

Missouri voters passed Amendment 2 during Tuesday’s election by a margin of 0.2%, legalizing sports betting. All tax revenue generated from the industry will be used to support the state’s education system and problem gambling funds.

11/06/2024

Penn Entertainment to Allow ESPN Users to Link Sportsbook Accounts

Penn has announced that ESPN Bet users can now link their sportsbook accounts with ESPN accounts. This will give users a customized betting experience when using the sportsbook, making tracking games and finding promos for their favorite teams easier.

11/04/2024

Illinois Makes Changes to NFL Bet Catalog After League Request

The Illinois Gaming Board has eliminated several bets from its NFL catalog after a request from the league in hopes of protecting the integrity of the game. An array of bets have been removed, most of which could be influenced by one person.

11/01/2024

Endorsements for Missouri Sports Betting Amendment Continue to Roll In

The mayors of St. Louis and Kansas City have both shared their support for Amendment 2, which would legalize sports betting in Missouri if approved by voters. Their support comes just days before residents head to the polls on Tuesday.

11/01/2024

Colorado Asks For Dismissal of Tribal Lawsuit Over Sports Betting

Colorado has asked a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. The suit claims that the state cut local tribes from the lucrative online sports betting industry. However, the state asserts that it is immune from prosecution and that the case should be dropped.

11/01/2024

Arizona’s August Sports Betting Handle Approaches $500 Million

The Arizona Department of Gaming has reported a handle of over $496 million in August, generating over $2.2 million in tax revenue for the state’s General Fund. This number represents an increase of 38.4% annually and a 21% increase compared to July.

10/31/2024

Missouri Sports Betting Gains Adversary in St. Louis-Based Committee

The St. Louis Democratic Central Committee has opposed Amendment 2, which would legalize sports betting in Missouri if passed. The group cited concerns over operators' ability to deduct gambling revenue as the primary reason to oppose the current proposal.

10/30/2024

Colorado Sportsbooks Staying Silent Over Upcoming Tax Proposal

Colorado residents will vote on Proposition JJ in November’s election, which would eliminate the state’s $29 million cap on sports betting tax revenue. Sportsbooks have decided to stay out of the debate, seeing the change as an alternative to a significant tax hike.

10/23/2024

Texas Sports Betting Proponents Gain Key Ally for 2025 Push

In a recent interview, Dallas Cowboy’s co-owner Charlotte Jones shared that she will be making a hard push to help legalize sports betting in Texas in 2025. While no details have been shared, her wealth and influence give industry proponents a critical ally.

10/18/2024

Sporttrade Continues to Expand After Arizona Sportsbook Goes Live

Sporttrade has officially launched its sportsbook platform in Arizona. The operator gained access to the market after partnering with the Quechan Tribe, allowing it to launch the platform. The launch gives Arizona a total of 13 sportsbooks, with more likely on the way.

10/18/2024

Tribal Leaders in California Put Their Sites on Sweepstakes and DFS Platforms

The Indian Gaming Association has said it is beginning a push to reign in the unregulated sweepstakes and DFS industries. The group has complained about the lack of action from the state and federal action and is now taking matters into its own hands.

10/17/2024

NBA Tightens Restrictions on Cell Phone Usage Amid Integrity Concerns

The NBA has updated a 2009 policy that will now ban cell phone use for coaches and players during games, lasting from tip-off until the final whistle. The hope is that this will prevent future betting scandals and protect the league's integrity.

10/17/2024

Hard Rock Bet Reaches Deal to Expand Sports Betting Markets

Hard Rock Bet has reached a new agreement with Kambi to use their library of odds, allowing the sportsbook to expand its betting catalog across the US. The deal is the first of its kind, giving Hard Rock an edge over its competitors.

10/17/2024

Maryland Brings in Record High Tax Revenue From Sports Betting

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency has reported a handle of over $532 million for September. That set a new record for the state and led to the tax revenue being almost three times as much compared to September 2023.

10/11/2024

US Sports Betting Handle Surpasses $400 Billion After Strong September

September revenue numbers show that the US has now seen over $400 billion in sports betting wagers since PASPA was overturned by the US Supreme Court in 2018. New Jersey has the highest handle, though New York has quickly closed the gap.

10/11/2024

Hard Rock Considering Allowing Industry Rivals into Florida Market

Hard Rock has confirmed that it has begun talks with FanDuel and DraftKings about entering the Florida market, over which the operator currently has sole control. A partnership would involve the industry leaders paying Hard Rock a monthly percentage.

10/10/2024

Maine Sets Record With Impressive September Handle

Maine is reporting a sports betting handle of $51 million for September. This impressive result is a 45% increase from August, thanks largely to the start of the football season. DraftKings led the way, accounting for $46 million of the handle.

10/10/2024

DraftKings Sportsbook Becomes First Outside Operator to Enter Wisconsin

DraftKings Donates $5 Million to Support Missouri Sports Betting Ballot Initiative

DraftKings has donated another $5 million to Winning for Missouri Education, a group campaigning to get voters to legalize sports betting in November. The money will be used to generate ads and awareness ahead of the upcoming election.

10/09/2024

Kentucky Revenue Numbers Exceeding Exceptions After One Year

Kentucky’s strong August sports betting revenue numbers have pushed their total handle up to $2.4 billion, far exceeding even the most liberal projections. DraftKings Sportsbook is leading the market, followed closely by FanDuel, and bet365 in a distant third.

10/04/2024

Massachusetts Sends Cease & Desist Letter to Bovada Sportsbook

Massachusetts sent a cease-and-desist letter to offshore sportsbook Bovada, demanding it shutter its platform in the state. In addition to not paying tax on the revenue generated, the state accuses the operator of misleading customers into thinking the platform is based in the US.

10/04/2024

Responsible Gambling News

New York Makes Significant Change to Sports Betting Advertising Rules

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a new bill into law that will require warnings about addiction in all gambling-related advertising in the state. The message must talk about the dangers and possible consequences of problem gambling.

10/03/2024

Jags Employee Fired Over Stolen Funds Sues FanDuel Sportsbook

Ex-Jags employee Amit Patel is suing FanDuel for $250 million, claiming the company exploited his gambling addiction that led to him stealing $22 million from the team. The lawsuit alleges the company flooded him with messages tempting him to continue gambling.

10/02/2024

Nevada Representative Describes SAFE Bet Act as “Misguided”

Nevada Rep. Dina Titus has become the first member of the US Congress to publicly oppose the recently proposed SAFE Bet Act, calling it a “misguided” effort. The bill aims to give the federal government the power to regulate all sports betting.

09/20/2024

Federal Lawmakers Look to Overhaul Sports Betting Industry

Two lawmakers have proposed the SAFE Bet Act, which would completely overhaul the US sports betting industry. The proposal would reset the market, handing control over to the federal government. The bill would also add severe advertising restrictions and protections for bettors.

09/12/2024

Study Shows US Sportsbooks Not Following Responsible Gaming Regulations

A study from the University of Bristol showed that most US sportsbooks’ social media posts do not include verbiage about responsible gaming. The AGA confirmed the study was likely correct but also clarified that sportsbooks are not required to include it in non-sponsored posts.

09/04/2024

Underdog Fantasy Names New GuardDog Fund Recipient

Underdog Fantasy has announced that the Game Safety Institute will be its next GuardDog fund recipient, furthering its commitment to support responsible gaming initiatives. The funds will educate bettors and study and disseminate data to help curb gambling problems.

08/28/2024

NFL Renews Partnership with Responsible Gaming Organization

The NFL has agreed to give $6.4 million to the National Council on Problem Gambling over the next three years. The deal continues a partnership aimed at curbing problem gambling in the league and across the US.

08/28/2024

New AGA Policy Takes Aim at Sweepstakes-Based Sportsbooks

The American Gaming Association has released a new policy questioning the fairness of sweepstakes sportsbooks, which are currently unregulated in the US. While no legal action will be taken, the new policy shows the group’s plans to reign the industry in.

08/23/2024