Industry
April 18, 2022
Connecticut’s Problem-Gambling Hotline Calls up 203%
Connecticut’s problem-gambling hotline was extremely busy in the last six months following the official launch of online sports betting and gambling in the state as the number of calls more than tripled, CT Insider reported. Gambling Hotline Resources Strained Operated by the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, the hotline experienced a 203% spike in the […]
Sports
March 15, 2022
March Madness in Connecticut Means Illegal Bookies Going After Bettors
The United States is bracing for the biggest college event known as March Madness, rivaled perhaps only by the college football season in so far collegiate contests go. This month, an estimated 45 million Americans are likely to place a bet with the total betting handle reaching $3.1 billion, the highest on record by the […]
Industry
March 4, 2022
Inspired Entertainment’s Content Now Available in Connecticut
Supplier of gaming technology and content Inspired Entertainment announced today its popular online casino content launched in Connecticut with DraftKings. Expanding Presence in the US The launch of Inspired Entertainment’s online gaming content in Connecticut marked the third US state that now features titles from the rich gaming portfolio of the B2B provider of content, […]
Legal
March 4, 2022
Connecticut SB140 Receives Support but the Study Might Be Delayed
Connecticut has recently expanded its gambling market with the addition of iGaming and online sports betting. The state has been a desirable market for many operators. With such a flourishing ecosystem, everyone, pro, and anti-gamblers alike agree that a study will benefit the industry. However, this study might take a while. The Study Might Not […]
Legal
February 21, 2022
Bill in Connecticut Calls to Ban Greyhound Racing
A new bill introduced in Connecticut proposes to ban greyhound racing in the state. Bill 5174 Proposes to Prohibit Dog Racing in Connecticut Currently, more than 40 US states have already banned greyhound racing. While so many states declared the activity as illegal, some still offer it. One of those states is Connecticut. But if […]
Casino
February 19, 2022
Lightning Box Continues US Expansion with Connecticut Launch
Lightning Box, an Australia-based iGaming game supplier, has expanded its presence in the United States by launching its Lightning Horseman slot game in Connecticut. The title is already enjoying success in the United States, making this launch an exciting development for Connecticut punters. Lightning Box Goes Live in Connecticut The Connecticut launch of Lightning Horseman […]
Casino
January 28, 2022
Design Works Gaming Launches iGaming Content in Connecticut
Design Works Gaming (DWG) has been approved to launch its iGaming portfolio on the market in Connecticut. This makes a fourth state in which the company has been licensed to deliver its distinguished portfolio of products, including New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. DWG Adds to iGaming Content Variety in US As interest in iGaming continues […]
Industry
December 15, 2021
Scientific Games Gets Connecticut Lottery Deal Extended By 5 Years
Gambling products and services provider Scientific Games has scored a huge win as it has had its Connecticut Lottery contract extended. The Connecticut Lottery Corporation has signed in Scientific Games for another five years, providing the gambling company with its industry-leading digital second-chance drawing platform and second-chance drawing services. The deal also notably covers Scientific […]
Industry
December 2, 2021
Connecticut’s First Monthly Results of Betting Are In
The first month of online gambling and sports betting in Connecticut is over, and the results are in. The state has much to be happy about as it has been able to collect $1.7 million on tax with $366 million wagers placed across the state. Much of the action was fueled by online casino gaming, […]
Industry
December 1, 2021
DraftKings CEO Implies NY Bettors Could Wager in NJ and CT
Leading US sportsbooks do not want professional bettors, or at least DraftKings does not, according to a speech at a Cannacord investor summit by its CEO Jason Robins. Robins also told investors that New York would not see the company spend aggressively for customer acquisition, implying New Yorkers could continue to wager in New Jersey and Connecticut. Professional […]