Sports
June 16, 2022
Maryland Gov Wants Mobile Sports Gambling in Time for NFL
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is getting frustrated with the delays in introducing sports gambling in the state. Now, the governor wants to see more done so that mobile sports wagering can be up and running in time for the new National Football League season this September. Whether officials move as quickly though is another matter […]
Business
June 7, 2022
GiG Teams up with Crab Sports for Maryland Market
The award-winning iGaming platform and sportsbook solutions provider, Gaming Innovation Group (GiG), announced today that it inked a new head of terms agreement with Crab Sports, the US-based sports betting brand. Crab Sports and GiG Ink Head of Terms Agreement The terms of the collaboration will see GiG provide its innovative platform and sportsbook solution […]
Casino
May 27, 2022
Live! Casino Maryland to Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary
Live! Casino & Hotel in Maryland will hold a 10-year anniversary celebration throughout the entire month of June. The property opened back on June 6, 2012, and has been one of the most impactful entertainment venues in Maryland, generating a substantial chunk of taxable revenue, direct benefits to the community, employment, and more. For 10 […]
Industry
April 7, 2022
Maryland: Gaming Revenues for Casinos Hit $170.6M in March
New data released by the gaming regulator in Maryland reveals that March was a successful month for casinos in the state. March Was the Fourth-Best Single Month for Casinos in Maryland Casinos in Maryland have seen gaming revenue hit $170,565,837 during March this year, according to data released Wednesday by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming […]
Sports
March 22, 2022
FansUnite Gets AmAff Platform Licensed in Maryland
FansUnite has had its Entertainment American Affiliate service licensed in Maryland. As a result, the company will be able to begin providing marketing growth opportunities for licensed sports betting companies in the state. The license, which has been handed down by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission, is the one that ultimately allows brands […]
Industry
February 25, 2022
Social Equity Concerns Stall Mobile Sports Betting in Maryland
Maryland’s land-based sports betting segment continues to expand at an even pace; however, the expected launch of online operations is taking longer than anyone had anticipated. The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) has been moving at a turtle’s pace with all approvals, but the delays may not be entirely its fault. Apparently, a lack […]
Legal
February 22, 2022
Casino Kidnap Caper Ends in Jailtime for One of the Criminals
A man kidnapped from a casino in Maryland last year is still recovering from the incident. However, he will get a little satisfaction watching his abductors head to jail. The US Attorney’s Office of Maryland announced Friday that a DC man had pleaded guilty to participating in the kidnapping and subsequent robbery of the victim. […]
Legal
February 7, 2022
A Bill in Maryland Proposes Slot Machines at BWI Airport
A new proposal filed last week by two Republicans in Maryland seeks to bring slot machines at the Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). New Bill Proposes to Bring Slots to the BWI Airport On Thursday last week, Delegates Susan Krebs and Ric Metzgar, both Republicans, filed House Bill 733 that proposes to bring slot […]
Industry
February 3, 2022
Trip to Maryland Casino Turns Deadly for Casino Winner
An elderly man is dead after what should have been an average day at a Baltimore, MD, casino. Clarence Buckner reportedly had a good night at the slot machines, making him a target for criminals. He was followed home, where he was attacked and murdered in cold blood. The assailant is still being sought by […]
Industry
January 27, 2022
New Maryland Bill Would Keep New Sportsbooks Away From Stadiums
A new Maryland Senate bill could bring about major changes to the sports betting market in the state. Senate Bill 297 (SB297) was sponsored and supported by Senators Ron Young and Michael Hough and would set new rules for Maryland’s Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) to issue sports betting licenses. The legislation is likely […]