Industry
January 7, 2025
Maryland iGaming Is a Possibility in 2025
Maryland is set to discuss the possible legalization of online casino gaming, potentially heralding a new era for gambling in the state. While America has been fairly conservative when it comes to online casinos, there have been intense efforts to make new breakthroughs. Maryland to Discuss an iGaming Bill The Maryland General Assembly is set […]
Lottery
November 25, 2024
Maryland Lottery: Tickets Are Not Suitable Gifts for Children
Ahead of the holiday season, the Maryland Lottery issued a reminder about the negative impact of gambling on children, highlighting that lottery products are not suitable for anyone under the age of 18. The Maryland Lottery Supports NCPG’s Gift Responsibly Campaign The effort underlines the Lottery’s dedication to the National Council on Problem Gambling’s Gift […]
Industry
September 10, 2024
Maryland Sportsbooks Contributed $5M to Education in August
Maryland’s betting market has contributed over $5 million to the state in August, fueling local education through the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund. The industry has so far donated over $100 million to the cause since the regulation of online wagering. The Betting Industry Continues to Fuel Public Education In August 2024, Maryland’s 11 mobile […]
Industry
August 19, 2024
Man Tied to Gold Bar Scam Suffered from Gambling Addiction
A man, suspected of being involved in a massive scam that operated across multiple states is facing legal trouble in Maryland. The criminal case involves a 52-year-old man from Owings Mills identified with the initials, V.T. Per prosecutors, he is among a group of couriers that participated in the multi-state scheme that defrauded seniors out […]
Lottery
August 14, 2024
Traffic Manager Wins $50K with Mistaken Purchase of Fast Play Ticket
There’s an old saying about luck which reads: “Luck comes and goes; you have to seize it.” While some gamblers consider engaging in luck rituals or using their favorite numbers, others consider randomness may bring them all the luck they need. Recently, a lottery winner didn’t rely on luck but rather hit the wrong button […]
Lottery
August 8, 2024
Woman Wins $540K from Multi-Match Jackpot
The Frederick County resident was immediately surprised by the discovery, realizing that she had won $540,000 from the Multi-Match game, turning her $2 ticket into a potentially life-altering amount. Lottery Routine Turns into Six-Figure Win for One Maryland Resident Barnwell has been a consistent lottery player over the years, scooping up multiple of these Multi-Match […]
Industry
August 6, 2024
Maryland Casino Sector Records Slowdown as July Revenue Declines
Maryland’s six casinos have generated almost $170 million in revenue in July 2024, marking a slight year-on-year decline. By extension, this led to a slight decline in the industry’s contributions to the state. Maryland’s Six Casinos Recorded Slightly Lower Revenue Maryland has six legal commercial casinos that offer both table games and video lottery terminals […]
Lottery
July 31, 2024
Maryland Man Wins $1M from $20 Extreme Green Ticket
A man from the Dundalk community in Maryland has become a millionaire thanks to a fateful decision to buy a different ticket than the one he initially eyed. He described himself as a regular lottery player and expressed significant excitement about the win. Extreme Green Dream Wins $1M The man, going by the nickname Extreme […]
Sports
July 29, 2024
Maryland Regulator Clears Bally Bet for Launch
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) has cleared Bally’s Interactive for online sports betting launch in the state. This would mark the ninth state in which the gaming and betting operator’s online sports wagering products are available. Last week, Bally’s Interactive operated a demonstration of its Bally Bet brand, highlighting its technological capabilities […]
Sports
June 21, 2024
Betfred Exits Maryland After Ranking 10th in Mobile Handle in May
Sports betting operator with over five decades of experience that owns and operates over 1,600 betting shops in the UK and a best-in-class online casino and betting product in the UK and Spain, Betfred, has announced its decision to exit the state of Maryland. The British gambling company’s decision covers both the Old Line State’s […]
