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May 31, 2021
Connecticut Lottery Considering Hartford XL Center as Betting Venue
Hartford’s XL Center is seriously considered to become one of two major sports betting venues of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation, looking to offer state residents sports wagering as per the new legislation. Sports Betting Will Help Develop the Location Connecticut legislature approved the lottery to operate 15 statewide betting locations and the downtown Hartford XL […]
Legal
May 28, 2021
Connecticut Expands Gambling, Legalizes Online Poker
On Thursday this week, Governor Ned Lamont approved House Bill 6451. The bill legalizes online poker and sports wagering in Connecticut. Although the bill has already passed the House, Senate and received approval from the Governor, final approval is expected by the Department of Interior. Governor Ned Lamont approves House Bill 6451 Last week, Connecticut’s […]
Sports
May 26, 2021
Expanded Gambling in Connecticut Just One Signature Away from Launching
Connecticut is about to become the latest state to embrace sports gambling. With an eye on launching its new market before the upcoming football season, the Senate approved legislation late yesterday that will bring sports gambling and iGaming to the state, with only Governor Ned Lamont’s signature and approval by the Department of Interior (DoI) […]
Legal
May 21, 2021
Connecticut House Approval Paves the Way for Gambling Expansion
Gambling expansion in Connecticut received a significant boost Thursday after the state House voted to approve the amended compacts with the Mashantucket Pequot and Mohegan tribes. House Approved Tribal Compact Amendments The legislation which allows the two federally recognized Native American tribes in Connecticut to offer sports betting, online gambling, and fantasy contests was approved […]
Legal
May 3, 2021
CT Poker Pro Guy Smith Sentenced to Prison over Tax Evasion
US District Judge Michael P. Shea in Hartford, Connecticut sentenced Guy Smith, a professional poker player and business owner from Shelton, to 14 months in prison over tax evasion. According to an investigation of the IRS, Smith failed to report taxes for 5 years from 2012 through 2016. Professional Poker Player, Guy Smith, Sentenced to […]
Legal
April 27, 2021
CTC: 15 Companies Willing to Become Sports Betting Providers
The Connecticut Lottery Commission (CLC) received 15 responses to its Request for Qualification (RFQ) as companies came forward to express interest related to the state’s sports wagering and online betting. CTC Needs Partners Seeking qualified and experienced operators to provide solutions for the online and retail sports wagering systems and services, the CTC issued the […]
Sports
April 23, 2021
Ex-Mafia Member Opposed to Connecticut Gambling Expansion
Michael Franzese has turned into a Mafia rank-and-file to a proponent of responsible gambling and an advocate against gambling expansion that could endanger people’s livelihoods. From Mafia Match-Fixer to Do-Gooder As Connecticut has now explored its options to legalize mobile betting and gambling in collaboration with state tribes, some skepticism persists whether regulation can fully […]
Legal
March 26, 2021
Legal Sports Wagering in Connecticut Progresses Forward
After Governor Ned Lamont inked agreements with the Mohegan and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, now the next step is the approval of the bill, which proposes the legalization of sports wagering in Connecticut. Connecticut Gets Closer to Legalizing Sports Wagering Sports wagering legalization moves forward in Connecticut. Earlier this month, Governor Ned Lamont inked an agreement […]
Legal
March 20, 2021
Connecticut and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe Reach an Agreement
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe have reached an agreement on the amendments for the tribe’s gaming compact, setting the ball rolling for sports betting and online gaming in the state. Connecticut and the Tribal Nations Have an Agreement The Mashantucket Pequot Tribe and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont have reached an agreement. The new compact deal […]
Casino
March 19, 2021
Foxwoods Casino Appoints Jason Guyot as New CEO
Jason Guyot has been appointed as the new president and chief executive officer of Foxwoods Resort Casino. Foxwoods Casino reopened after months of lockdown and hardships and came up on top, winning the USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Jason Guyot Steps in as new Foxwoods CEO After acting as interim chief executive since […]