Industry
February 17, 2025
Breaking Down the 2025 NY Casino License Race and Bidders
Leading gaming and hospitality giants, joined by real estate developers, all interested in securing a casino license in New York are looking forward to the success such an opportunity may bring. While there are currently 11 proposals, filed by major players and coalitions, there are only three downstate licenses up for grabs. If There Are […]
Industry
February 14, 2025
Betting, Casino Legalization in Georgia to Attract High-Profile Events
For more than five years, sports betting has been expanding across the United States. By now, the activity is available in nearly 40 states and an overwhelming majority offer not only retail but mobile sports betting options. Lawmakers in different states saw the opportunity to benefit from additional tax revenue derived from wagering, which otherwise […]
Industry
February 14, 2025
Casino General Managers in Las Vegas Closer to Licensing Approval
Senior-level executives part of the gaming industry in Nevada require licenses that permits them to operate in the area. Usually, such license applications are reviewed by the state gambling regulator, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), and subsequently undergo approval by the Nevada Gaming Commission. Only recently, the NGCB reviewed and advanced license applications for […]
Industry
February 13, 2025
Seven Financial Firms Join the Efforts to Stop Problem Gambling in the UK
The Money and Mental Health Policy Institute, a charity organization founded by Martin Lewis, has unveiled a roster of financial services firms that will make up its new Gambling Harms Action Lab. In this position, the organizations will help the institute enhance support for gamblers experiencing harm. The Financial Services That Will Make Up the […]
Industry
February 13, 2025
Illegal Horse Race Betting in the UK Skyrockets 522%
The UK gambling black market has seen a troubling 522% surge in unique visits to unlicensed horse racing betting websites, leading to mounting concerns over regulatory policies unintentionally driving users away from legal offerings. A recent report by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) revealed a spike in exposure to these unregulated platforms, prompting […]
Industry
February 13, 2025
Nine Operators Get Cease-and-Desist Orders in Michigan
At the end of January, we announced that Mybookie.ag operator Duranbah Limited N.V. was targeted by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) through a cease-and-desist letter as part of the ongoing battle against offshore casinos and sportsbooks. Now, the regulator has announced similar action against nine other online casinos operating illegally in the state. The […]
Industry
February 13, 2025
New Study Warns iGaming May Harm Economy and Society
Since PASPA’s repeal in 2018, sports betting expanded across the United States, and it is now available in nearly 40 states. After the significant traction gained by the activity, lawmakers in several states are considering the expansion of gambling with the addition of online casinos. Now, a recently founded coalition, consisting of advocates, employees, unions […]
Industry
February 13, 2025
Gambling Expansion in Texas Sparks Strong Opposition and Support
Texas is one of the handful of US states that currently have strict laws when it comes to gambling activities. This is why gambling lobbyists, as well as lawmakers, are pushing for the legalization of sports betting and destination resorts, offering hotel accommodation, entertainment and casino gambling. While over the last few years, no proposals […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
BGC CEO Encourages Collaboration as Black Market Grows
Grainne Hurst, the chief executive officer of Britain’s Betting and Gamin Council (BGC) has spoken at the annual Gambling Anti-Money Laundering Group (GAMLG) training event, warning participants of the growing illegal gambling market and the dangers it poses to the regulated industry. Hurst encouraged collaboration in the war on the black market, saying that it […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
Senator Addabbo Seeks to Add New Legal Markets to NY Betting
New York Senator Joseph Addabbo has submitted yet another gaming bill, this time proposing the expansion of the legal sports betting options available to customers. If the measure is signed into law, players will be able to place wagers on entire sports seasons and other high-demand markets. The Measure Would Expand the Markets Available to […]
