- Casino
- By State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Georgia
- Florida
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- By State
- Slots
- Poker
- Sports
- Esports
Industry
July 23, 2024
Philippine President Bans POGOs amidst Rising Concerns
In a decisive blow to the country’s nascent offshore gambling industry, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos instituted a blanket ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) on Monday. The move cracks down on an online sector dominated by Chinese firms, plagued with unlicensed activities and links to organized crime. China Has Been Urging for a […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Charity Commission Clears GambleAware in Industry Independence Inquiry
The UK’s Charity Commission has closed its investigation into GambleAware. The Commission said the charity took ‘appropriate steps’ to maintain its independence from the gambling industry after an inquiry was launched in March. Charity Commission Finds No Fault After Good Law Project Complaint A campaign backed by the Good Law Project had raised concerns about […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Around The Clock Slot Venues in the UK Raise Concerns About Gambling Harm
There are hundreds of slot machine venues across the UK that operate 24 hours a day. Supporters of the gambling sector say that such venues are an important part of the country’s nightlife, and the machines are regulated by the Gambling Commission, making the activity somewhat safer. Yet, opponents of the gambling expansion as well […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Ex-DraftKings VP’s Fight Against Non-Compete Clause Hinges on State Laws
In a major legal contest over non-compete agreements, the First Circuit Court of Appeals has questioned the efforts of a former DraftKings executive to work for rival company Fanatics while bypassing his agreement. Michael Hermalyn who formerly was the VP of marketing at DraftKings is fighting against enforceability issues surrounding his non-competition clause which have […]
Industry
July 22, 2024
US Geolocation Sector Sees Intense Competition
Competition within the geolocation sector increases as more geolocation services pop up, SportsHandle reported. GeoComply and EPIC used to be undisputed leaders in their respective sectors but the market of today is much more saturated and competitive. SportsHandle discussed the matter with representatives of the two companies, who said that the increased competition is something […]
Industry
July 22, 2024
BetBlocker Receives NCPG’s Gambling Harm Prevention Award
The UK-registered charity that offers free blocking software meant to assist players with better managing their access to online gambling platforms, BetBlocker, has received the highly appreciated Jim Wuelfing Annual Award for Prevention at the 2024 National Council on Problem Gambling Awards (NCPG). In a LinkedIn post, BetBlocked took the opportunity to publicly announce its […]
Industry
July 19, 2024
Banned Player Wins Casino Jackpot, Gets Arrested
A banned Iowa player won a jackpot in a casino, despite being self-excluded. The man, who used a fake identity, was arrested, prompting an investigation into the matter. Matthew James Wessels, 43, was a self-excluded player who enrolled in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s self-exclusion program in January last year. However, Wessels couldn’t […]
Industry
July 19, 2024
Nassau County Residents Rally Against Las Vegas Sands Casino
On Thursday, Nassau County residents and community leaders gathered in protest against plans to establish the second-largest casino in the United States within their community. This rally comes on the heels of the unanimous vote by the Nassau Planning Commission to transfer control of the Nassau Coliseum to Las Vegas Sands, marking a vital step […]
Industry
July 19, 2024
EGBA’s Sustainability Report Spotlights Record Use of RG Tools
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has published its Sustainability Report 2024, highlighting a record-breaking use of safer gambling tools. According to the association’s latest report, 65% of European customers are now leveraging responsible gambling features to moderate their habits. The figure means that a record 21 million customers across Europe are now using […]
Industry
July 19, 2024
Australian Greyhound Racing under Scrutiny Following Vet’s Report
Greyhound Racing New South Wales (GRNSW) has been accused of mistreating animals, leaving them in terrible conditions. According to Alex Brittan, ex-chief veterinarian of GRNSW, the greyhound racing industry is exploiting the dogs, forcing them to race at barbaric rates and leaving them in tight metal cages once they can no longer compete. GRNSW, the […]
