Casino
April 10, 2024
Atlantic City Casino Workers’ Battle for Smoking Ban Faces Setback
The anticipated hearing for the lawsuit filed by Atlantic City casino workers seeking a smoking ban has been postponed, marking a significant setback in their ongoing fight for safer working conditions. Initially scheduled for April 25, the hearing has been delayed by two weeks following a request from the New Jersey Attorney General’s office. Lawsuit […]
Casino
April 9, 2024
New Jersey Operators Report a Decrease in Profit in 2023
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has published data about the local casinos’ performance in Q4 2023, reporting a decrease in gross operating profit despite an increase in net revenue. The report highlights Q4 net revenue of $781.9 million, reflecting a 1.3% increase year-on-year. As mentioned, gross operating profit declined by 3.6% to $148.5 […]
Casino
April 8, 2024
Workers File Lawsuit to Overturn Atlantic City Casino Smoking Exemption
After years of unsuccessful attempts to persuade lawmakers to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, workers have taken a new approach: filing a lawsuit to challenge a law that exempts casinos from indoor smoking bans. The lawsuit argues that the exemption for casinos violates the principle of equal protection under the law and seeks to […]
Sports
April 3, 2024
Prime Sportsbook Joins New Jersey’s Booming Sports Betting Market
Prime Sportsbook has quietly entered the bustling sports betting scene in New Jersey, marking its soft launch on Easter Sunday, March 31, and offering another avenue for Garden State bettors. Prime Sportsbook Offers Web Access, Mobile Apps Expected Later On As of now, Prime Sportsbook New Jersey is accessible solely via web browsers, with the […]
Industry
April 3, 2024
New Jersey Gambling Regulator to Change Revenue Reporting Methodology
The regulation of gambling activities, including licensing, monitoring of the market and releasing monthly and yearly financial reports for licensees in New Jersey is in the hands of the regulator in the state, the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). Currently, the gambling regulator discloses monthly data regarding the reported proceeds from iGaming, casino and sports […]
Industry
March 29, 2024
Atlantic City Hotel Room Price Lawsuit Receives Federal Support
A lawsuit against leading gaming and hospitality operators in Atlantic City, New Jersey, reportedly received support from a couple of federal regulators. The legal action claims casino-hotel operators engaged in anticompetitive actions regarding hotel room rates which have been increasing since 2018. The lawsuit was initially filed by a couple of tourists in May 2023. […]
Lottery
March 27, 2024
New Jersey Player Scores Historic Mega Millions Jackpot
A Mega Millions ticket sold in the Garden State has scored what is believed to be the fifth-largest jackpot in the game’s history, lottery officials announced following Tuesday’s drawing for an estimated $1.13 billion. The winning numbers drawn were 7, 11, 22, 29, and 38, with the Mega Ball number 4. The Draw Created Thirteen […]
Poker
March 27, 2024
BetMGM Poker to Host Online Qualifiers for Borgata Spring Poker Open
MGM has selected its BetMGM Poker platform as the exclusive platform for online qualifiers for the Borgata Spring Poker Open tournament. This allows online players to challenge others for a shot at the $4 million event in New Jersey. From April 1, poker enthusiasts will be able to register for the event and join $5 […]
Business
March 27, 2024
Tipico Becomes First US Sportsbook to Secure NCPG’s iCAP Accreditation
Tipico, a global leader in sports betting, has secured the National Council on Problem Gambling’s Internet Compliance Assessment Program accreditation (iCAP) in New Jersey and Ohio. The accolade highlights the company’s unparalleled customer protection efforts. The accreditation aligns with the NCPG’s goal to promote safer gambling and the reduction of gambling harm. Its iCAP accreditation […]
Industry
March 27, 2024
New Jersey Legislators Eyeing Tax Hike on Online Casino Revenue
In a move that could significantly impact the landscape of online gambling in New Jersey, a state senator has proposed a substantial increase in the tax rate applied to online casino revenue. Sen. John F. McKeon’s proposal aims to boost the state’s coffers but is likely to face staunch opposition from within the gaming industry. […]
