Casino
June 19, 2024
How Illegal Gaming Operations Undermine the Legal Industry in the US
Chris Cylke, vice president of government relations at the American Gaming Association (AGA), has pointed out that attractive promotions, better odds, and the ability to gamble with cryptocurrencies are some of the things that lure people into illegal gaming. Illegal Gaming Threatens Consumers and Undermines the Legal Industry Different aspects are included in illegal gaming […]
Business
June 4, 2024
AGA CEO Expects Asian Market Growth Due to High Interest in Life Experiences
Bill Miller, the president and chief executive officer of the premier national trade group for the US casino industry, the American Gaming Association, has expressed his views on the future of gaming jurisdictions in Asia. Miller said he expects these jurisdictions to hold on to their strong growth momentum in the years to come, stimulated […]
Industry
May 16, 2024
AGA: Q1 2024 Was the Industry’s 13th Consecutive Quarter of Growth
The American Gaming Association has published its latest Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker report, highlighting the performance of the US industry. The commercial gaming revenue in the US continued to gain traction, reaching a new quarterly record of $17.67 billion in Q1 2024. This period was notably the industry’s 13th consecutive quarter of growth. The AGA […]
Sports
May 9, 2024
PGA of America Joins AGA’s Have A Game Plan Campaign
The American Gaming Association (AGA) announced that the PGA of America has joined the Have A Game Plan. Bet Responsibly. campaign. As a result, the PGA will promote responsible gaming ahead of its upcoming championship in Louisville. For reference, the 2024 PGA Championship is set to take place at Valhalla Golf Club and will run […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
American Gaming Association Highlights Industry Outlook and Challenges
The United States gambling industry association, the American Gaming Association (AGA), released its latest Gaming Industry Outlook, disclosing a number of insights and details regarding the current business environment and the potential outlook for the sector in the country. The Association disclosed details regarding its latest report Tuesday, revealing that nearly all of the gaming […]
Sports
February 6, 2024
AGA Expects 68M Americans to Wager $23.1B on the Big Game
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has published a new survey on the upcoming Super Bowl LVIII. According to the association, a quarter of the American adult population (26%, or 68 million) is expected to wager a whopping $23.1 billion on the Big Game. This figure would represent a significant increase from the $16 billion Americans […]
Industry
January 17, 2024
American Gaming Association Rejects the Federal GRIT Act
Earlier in the week, Sen. Richard Blumenthal and US Rep. Andrea Salinas introduced the Gambling Addiction Recovery, Investment, and Treatment Act (GRIT). The GRIT would fund a series of research grants (25% of the revenue) as well as prevention and treatment solutions for problem gamblers (75% of the revenue) via a 50% diversion of the […]
Industry
January 11, 2024
AGA Launches Free Training to Combat Human Trafficking
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has teamed up with RG24seven Virtual Training to launch an unprecedented online educational program. The first-of-its-kind training will teach gambling industry workers how to combat human trafficking free of charge. The free education is presented by the AGA and industry experts. It uses videos and special quizzes to teach gambling […]
Business
December 20, 2023
Americans Wager $79bn in a Record-Breaking Year
The American Gaming Association (AGA)’s recent report reveals an impressive surge in the US gaming industry, with Americans contributing to a remarkable 33% increase from the previous year’s betting volumes, setting the stage for a record-breaking year in the gaming landscape. While some segments performed better than others, the sector’s success is indisputable. The Sector […]
Industry
December 7, 2023
AGA Selects Industry Veteran Michael Rumbolz as Next Chair
Two days after naming an ex-Washington Commanders executive as SVP of strategic communications, the American Gaming Association (AGA) has elected Michael Rumbolz as its new chairman. Rumbolz currently serves as the executive chair of Everi Holdings’ board. As chair of the AGA, he will succeed Hard Rock International Chairman and Seminole Gaming CEO Jim Allen. […]
