Casino
January 5, 2026
Encore Boston Sets Record for Highest $1.6M Jackpot Won at Property, State
In 2024, the Encore Boston briefly became the place where a player and dealer had colluded to cheat the casino out of thousands of dollars. Yet, this did nothing to lessen the property’s appetite for high payouts to its patrons. This is precisely what happened in the case of an anonymous Quincy man who was […]
Casino
December 31, 2025
Massachusetts iGaming Push Hits Resistance Due to Lottery Revenue Concerns
Efforts to legalize online casino gaming in Massachusetts are facing renewed resistance, highlighting several unresolved concerns that are leaving many lawmakers hesitant. While iGaming supporters argue that legalizing online casinos would unlock a new tax revenue stream and curb offshore gambling, recent developments suggest lawmakers are in no rush to move forward. The Current Proposal […]
Sports
December 19, 2025
Massachusetts Gambling Operators Should Disclose When Bettors Are Limited
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) voted Thursday to require sports betting operators to notify bettors when their accounts are subject to limits. Under the proposal, operators would likely also be required to explain the reason for the limitation and identify the affected betting markets. MGC Votes on New Rules If adopted, the MGC would become […]
Casino
December 10, 2025
Massachusetts Doubles Down on Anti-Prediction Markets Rhetoric
Suffolk County Superior Court Judge Christopher Barry-Smith has become the latest legal expert in Massachusetts to question whether prediction market platforms, such as Kalshi, could be allowed to operate legally in the Bay State. Kalshi Faces New Pressure in Massachusetts as State Presses On Commenting on the matter, Judge Barry-Smith explored a familiar argument, arguing […]
Casino
December 8, 2025
Massachusetts Towns Get Ready for Financial Troubles as Casino Cash Runs Out
Cities and towns in Massachusetts that have big casinos or are next to them are getting ready for big financial problems. Local Budgets Strain as State Again Diverts Casino Mitigation Money This is happening because lawmakers have taken money away from a special fund. This fund was made to help these places deal with the […]
Industry
November 14, 2025
No-Go: MGC Warns Operators on Prediction Markets
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) issued a strong warning to operators on Thursday, making it clear that prediction markets are off-limits in the state. License Revocation, on the Table Unlike some other regulators, Massachusetts didn’t clearly explain what would happen to operators who choose to partner with prediction markets in other states, as the focus […]
Lottery
October 31, 2025
Massachusetts Father Buys Eight Winning Tickets, Shares One with Son
A Massachusetts father has won almost a million dollars from the Mass Cash game. After buying several identical winning tickets, the man decided to share some of the spoils with his son. Former Lottery Winner Scores Eight Wins The man was identified as Eugene Girard, of Norwood, a former winner of a $1 million prize […]
Legal
October 29, 2025
Kalshi Faces Legal Setback as Federal Judge Sends Massachusetts Case to State Court
New York-based prediction market operator Kalshi has suffered a significant legal setback as a federal judge ruled that the platform’s ongoing legal battle with the state of Massachusetts must proceed in a state court rather than a federal one. This ruling marks a procedural win for Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell, who seeks to prevent […]
Lottery
October 17, 2025
Massachusetts Trust Claims $4M 100X Grand Prize
A lottery trust in Massachusetts has turned a gas stop visit into an unforgettable $4 million payday. This came after a trust member purchased a 100X ticket at a gas station in Lowell. Candy 2025 Trust of Lowell Secured $4M Prize According to the announcement, the Candy 2025 Trust of Lowell, an organization based in […]
Lottery
October 10, 2025
Massachusetts Man Wins $1M from the Lottery
A Massachusetts man has won a life-changing $1 million prize from the Massachusetts Lottery. While this wasn’t the game’s top prize, it will still significantly beef the man’s retirement funds. Shadfar Will Invest in His Retirement The lucky winner was identified as Jamshid Shadfar, of Worcester. According to reports, the man was playing the […]
