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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 […]
Industry
October 14, 2024
Dealer, Player Convicted in Encore Boston Harbor Baccarat Cheating Scheme
Two men, involved in a cheating scheme at Encore Boston Harbor Casino received sentences on Friday, the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office (AGO) revealed. An Investigation Led to the Sentencing of Two Men Involved in Cheating The cheating scheme case was handled by the AGO’s Gaming Enforcement Division assistant attorneys Joseph Posner and Brian Pearly. The […]
Industry
October 10, 2024
Massachusetts Sets Aside $3.1M to Combat Youth Gambling
Sports betting continues to expand across the United States, reaching new customers in 38 states and Washington DC. However, the benefits of that expansion such as tax revenue and sponsorship opportunities for sports leagues cannot overshadow the concerns of excessive gambling. More Money for Youth Problem Gambling Prevention This week, the Department of Public Health […]
Casino
October 8, 2024
Massachusetts Sheriff Takes Responsibility for DUI Arrest and Fallout
Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi faced legal troubles and job-related fallout after cops arrested him on September 21, 2024, at MGM Springfield. Beloved Sheriff Nick Cocchi Charged with Drunk Driving at Casino Incident The beloved Massachusetts sheriff was charged with drunk driving after he drove a state-owned vehicle, which was missing a tire, to the […]
Industry
October 4, 2024
Massachusetts Orders Bovada to Cease and Desist
Online gambling operator Bovada has been slammed with a cease-and-desist letter, this time in Massachusetts. This development confirmed earlier rumors that claimed the Bay State would be the next to take action against the offshore operator. Bovada Restricted in Yet Another State Bovada, for context, is one of the biggest offshore operators in the US. […]
Industry
October 4, 2024
Massachusetts Launches Long-Awaited Problem Gambling Initiative
After delays spanning years, gaming officials in Massachusetts are moving forward with a data-gathering initiative that has been on hold for a long time. This project aims to tackle problem gambling. Massachusetts Gaming Commission: Progress on Key Responsible Gambling Project ‘Miraculous’ The project has run into many roadblocks from the start, like political issues and […]
Legal
October 3, 2024
BetMGM Faces Increased Scrutiny in Massachusetts Over Banned College Bets
BetMGM is under more scrutiny in Massachusetts after an audit showed more rule-breaking about banned sports bets. Massachusetts Probes BetMGM Over $200,000 in Prohibited NCAA Football Prop Bets The problems first reported earlier this year, are about over 15,000 prop bets on how NCAA football players did during the 2023 season. These bets’ handle reached […]
Legal
September 26, 2024
Police Arrest Beloved Sheriff for Drunk Driving Near Casino
A beloved Massachusetts sheriff has found himself in trouble after driving under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested outside a local casino and charged on Monday. While the man admitted he was guilty, he received overwhelming support from the local community. Sheriff Cocchi Was Arrested for Drunk Driving Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi is […]
Casino
September 25, 2024
Wynn Resorts Prevails in Legal Dispute Over Slot Machine Payouts
Wynn Resorts has won a legal battle against its casino, Encore Boston Harbor, over slot machine payouts. Court Confirms Encore Boston Harbor’s Ticket Redemption Practices Are Lawful The lawsuit, which lasted for several years centered on claims by plaintiff A. Richard Schuster that the casino’s ticket redemption practices broke Massachusetts consumer protection laws. Schuster claimed […]
Sports
September 16, 2024
Massachusetts Regulator Investigates DraftKings Over 1.2M Misguided Emails
DraftKings faces an investigation by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) after a big mistake led to over 1.2 million unwanted emails sent to state residents, including people on a voluntary self-exclusion list. DraftKings Sends Bonus Bet Emails to Unregistered Users DraftKings sent these emails in August telling recipients about a “bonus bet” they would get […]
