Industry
July 3, 2023
MGM National Harbor Employees Vote in Favor of Unionization
With affected workers already discussing the terms of their first contract with the union, their decision may have widespread consequences for the region’s hospitality industry. Rising discontent among casino workers in North America prompts more employees to consider unionization, ensuring their concerns receive proper attention. Parking Ambassadors Presented a United Front Parking ambassadors at Maryland’s […]
Sports
June 30, 2023
Maryland Lottery Commission Study to Assess Online Casino Expansion
In the wake of an unsuccessful attempt to bring legal online casino gaming in front of Maryland voters during the 2023 legislative session, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Commission (MLGC) has embarked on a comprehensive study to explore the possibilities of legalizing online casinos in the state. Maryland Legislators Pin Hopes on Study’s Impact to […]
Legal
June 22, 2023
Sportsbook Advocacy Group Hit with Hefty Fine in Maryland
The Maryland State Board of Elections identified the violations during the 2020 campaign to legalize sports betting. Sports Betting Alliance (SBA) represents several high-profile operators benefiting from the proliferation of legalized wagering across the USA. Last-minute donations can significantly impact the voting process, necessitating the Board of Elections’ strict rules and harsh punishments. The SBA […]
Industry
June 5, 2023
PAGCOR Slams Illegal Gambling in the Wake of Maryland License Plate Scandal
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has addressed a recent issue related to a problematic Philippine gambling website that appears on car license plates in Maryland. The site in question is www.starsprangled200.org and was originally a site belonging to a non-profit organization that commemorated 200 years from the War of 1812. At that time, […]
Industry
June 2, 2023
Over 780,000 Maryland Car Plates Link to a Philippine Casino
Hundreds of thousands of drivers in Maryland bear registration plates with a link to what seems to be a site commemorating the War of 1812. However, locals found out that the link is related to an offshore casino. About 15% of all registered vehicles (around 798,000) in the state bear plates that commemorate the war. […]
Sports
June 2, 2023
Sports Betting Drives Maryland’s Problem Gambling Up
This is the assessment of the center’s director, Mary Drexler, who cautioned that the expansion of sports betting in Maryland should go hand-in-hand with an emphasis on protecting consumers and making sure they are better educated about the potential dangers that stem from the activity. Maryland Problem Gambling Center Outlines Numbers and Current Status Quo […]
Sports
June 2, 2023
Fanatics Goes Live in Maryland as Sportsbooks Gains Momentum
Owing to licensure approval from the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Commission, Fanatics Sportsbook is now available across the State of Maryland, as the brand is undertaking its beta testing. Previously, Fanatics launched a pilot in Massachusetts. All Systems Go in Maryland as US-Wide Expansion Commences The company can offer mobile sports betting across the entirety […]
Sports
May 11, 2023
PointsBet Ends University of Maryland Deal Due to Regulatory Challenges
The partnership between the University of Maryland and PointsBet Sportsbook has officially come to an end, marking the second time PointsBet has terminated a college sports team deal. PointsBet Cuts Ties with University of Maryland, Reflecting Evolving College Betting Regulations The University of Maryland partnership, which began in 2020 and had three years remaining, follows […]
Sports
May 10, 2023
SuperBook Sports Enters Maryland, Opens a New Bar
SuperBook Sports, a Las Vegas-based sports betting operator, has expanded its US reach, launching in the state of Maryland. This is notably the eighth market where its products will be available and follows SuperBook’s launch in Iowa. Fans in Maryland can see what the fuss is all about by downloading the SuperBook Sports Maryland app […]
Industry
April 12, 2023
Unions Help Increase Payrate for Horseshoe Casino Baltimore Employees
The pandemic that is now residing impacted significantly the gaming and entertainment sector. But while there’s no doubt about the negative impact on companies, the workers also felt the hit of the pandemic. What’s more, the increase in the cost of living, combined with the slow increase in the pay rate has put many workers […]
