Industry
April 17, 2024
Connecticut Bill to Legalize Collegiate Bets and Introduce Stricter Regulations
Connecticut lawmakers are looking to expand the available betting markets while introducing stricter restrictions. The measure, outlined in File No 271, would completely change how wagering is regulated, aligning Connecticut to other stricter markets. For example, the bill would prevent marketers from featuring celebrities and minors in gambling ads. Additionally, the bill would prohibit sports […]
Industry
April 17, 2024
New Jersey’s Regulator Publishes March Revenue Figures
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has published its March 2024 report, highlighting an increase in iGaming win contrasted with a slight decline in wagering revenue. Casino win, on the other hand, remained stable. According to the division, New Jersey’s nine casino hotel properties reported a total win of $239.8 million for March 2024. […]
Industry
April 17, 2024
Reintroduced Tribal Online Gambling Bill in Maine Fails Again
A bill proposing the expansion of tribal gambling in Maine did not get much traction, despite lawmakers’ attempts during last week and this week. Currently, the state’s four federally recognized tribes offer exclusive online sports betting services. Under a proposal, the Wabanaki tribes in Maine would be granted exclusive rights to online gambling activities too. […]
Industry
April 17, 2024
New Hampshire Passes HB 1203, Prevents Casinos from Charging Charities Rent
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has passed a new legislation that would prevent the charging of rent to nonprofits that benefit from gambling at charity casinos. The change, outlined in House Bill 1203, comes in the wake of complaints from the charity sector. According to leaders of nonprofit organizations, the rents casino operators charged them […]
Industry
April 17, 2024
The Netherlands Ban Online Gambling Adverts and High-Risk Games
The Netherlands’ House of Representatives has taken a decisive step in the regulation of online gambling by voting in favor of banning online gambling advertisements and high-risk games, such as slots. The motions, proposed by Socialist Party MP Michiel van Nispen, received just enough support for a majority, signaling a significant shift in the country’s […]
Industry
April 16, 2024
Gov. Youngkin’s Amendments Do Not Sit Well with Skill Gaming Supporters
Supporters of skill gaming in Virginia believe that Governor Glenn Youngkin’s latest amendments to the General Assembly’s recent legislation will hurt small businesses. For context, the governor rewrote a significant portion of the measure. Under the amended law, skill games would be prohibited within 35 miles of commercial casinos or sports betting facilities. Additionally, Youngkin […]
Industry
April 16, 2024
UK: Man Kicks Gambling Addiction after Losing Millions
Excessive gambling can often lead to trouble for many people who spend more than they can afford to. Chasing losses and attempting to win back more than losing is a trap that many fall into and have trouble getting out of. Ultimately, such actions can destroy family relationships, bring legal consequences or in some cases […]
Industry
April 16, 2024
UK to Raise Affordability Checks Thresholds, According to Rumors
The UK government is considering increasing the threshold for affordability checks, according to a report by NEXT.io. The news outlet discussed this with a person familiar with the matter who said that the government will announce an interim industry code featuring increased thresholds later this week. The affordability checks are a controversial measure outlined in […]
Industry
April 16, 2024
FanDuel Replaces GambetDC as Washington DC’s Sportsbook
Washington DC’s Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG) has officially crowned FanDuel as the state’s new sports betting operator. Players in the state can now try out the operator’s new cutting-edge sportsbook app and enjoy enhanced wagering experiences. On April 15, FanDuel officially launched in the US capital, marking a new era for sports betting […]
Industry
April 16, 2024
AHLA Publishes State-by-State Predictions about the US Hotel Industry
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has published its projection for the hospitality industry’s performance in 2024. The organization expects hotels across the country to generate record-breaking levels of federal, state and local tax revenue while paying employees historic totals of wages, salaries and compensations. The Association expects hotels to generate a whopping $83.4 […]
