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Sports
December 23, 2024
DraftKings Seeks Full Five-Year Sports Betting License in Massachusetts
DraftKings has taken its first step toward securing a full five-year sports betting license in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) held an adjudicatory hearing lasting more than five hours, evaluating the company’s suitability and potential compliance challenges. Additional talks in February 2025 should help answer any lingering questions and allow DraftKings to proceed with […]
Casino
December 13, 2024
Lawrence, MA, Not on Board with New Hampshire’s Salem Casino
The Planning Board in Salem, New Hampshire, recently approved a new casino project that would be located in a former Lord & Taylor store at The Mall at Rockingham Park. While many rejoiced at the approval, the city council of Lawrence in nearby Massachusetts fears that the casino would expose vulnerable groups in the area […]
Industry
December 9, 2024
FanDuel Faces $10,000 Fine in Massachusetts for Betting Rule Violation
FanDuel Sportsbook is on the receiving end of a $10,000 fine issued by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) after a compliance slip-up allowed wagering on in-state college teams, a clear violation of state sports betting regulations. This fine marks the second regulatory intervention in recent months, as BetMGM also faced sanctions in October. FanDuel Had […]
Sports
November 26, 2024
Massachusetts Ponders Sports Betting Kiosks in Bars and Restaurants
The people of Massachusetts may one day find themselves placing sports bets at their local bar or while enjoying a meal at a neighborhood restaurant. This could all happen provided the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, which is currently exploring the possibility of introducing sports wagering kiosks in retail locations, decides to give the proposal a go. […]
Sports
November 22, 2024
Massachusetts Seeks Betting Limitation Data from Operators
Throughout 2024, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has underscored two clear objectives concerning its examination of sportsbooks and the restrictions they may place on bettors. Namely, they refuse to rush decisions and are committed to thorough investigation. This dedication was evident on Thursday, as the commission voted to direct its Sports Wagering, Legal, and Communications […]
Industry
November 14, 2024
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Unveils Official Seal of Approval
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) unveiled its official seal of approval that licensed operators will brandish. The new addition aligns with the authority’s effort to promote legal and responsible gambling in the state. The Seal Will Mark Licensed Companies All MGC-licensed companies will now be required to display this seal on their digital platform. These […]
Industry
November 1, 2024
PHAI Files Lawsuit Against Massachusetts Regulator Over Data Transparency
The Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) is on the move with a lawsuit against the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC). PHAI Cites Violations of 2011 Gaming Legislation’s Data Requirements PHAI took the lawsuit to Suffolk Superior Court because it thinks the Commission is not following the stipulations of a decade-old rule — the 2011 Expanded Gaming […]
Industry
October 29, 2024
Jordan Maynard Appointed as Massachusetts Gaming Commission Chair
In March, Cathy Judd-Stein, the chair of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), the gambling regulator in the state, announced her plans to step down from her role. This is when Gov. Maura Healey appointed Jordan Maynard to the key role of interim chair. Now, the executive was officially named chair of the Commission, the Governor […]
Sports
October 22, 2024
Gambler Wants PrizePicks, Yahoo and Underdog Fantasy to Repay “Illegal” Wagers
A lawsuit filed last week in Massachusetts by Joseph Curran from Gloucester stipulates that the platforms Yahoo Fantasy Sports, PrizePicks and Underdog Fantasy have been operating illegally in the Bay State and had accepted money on non-fantasy sports wagers without authorization. Gambler Brings Trio of Fantasy Companies to Court in Massachusetts Curran’s 33-page lawsuit seeks […]
Sports
October 21, 2024
Massachusetts Study Finds Rise in Gambling Problems Among Frequent Bettors
A new study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst shows a worrying uptick in gambling issues among frequent gamblers in Massachusetts, especially those who bet each month or more often. SEIGMA Research Finds Gambling Problems Surge to 25.6% Among Monthly Gamblers The research, which is part of the ongoing Social and Economic Impacts of Gambling in […]