Legal
February 9, 2022
Dave Portnoy Claps Back at Insider Over Sexual Assault Accusations
Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, the giant in which Penn National Gaming is planning to increase its stocks, has filed a lawsuit against several Insider employees and Insider itself as he claims that his privacy was violated and he was defamed over articles in which women were accusing him of sexual assault and […]
Business
February 4, 2022
Penn National Moves Forward With Barstool Despite New Portnoy Allegations
Penn National Gaming held its latest earnings call yesterday, reporting that it had beat revenue forecasts. While that should have been the focus of the call, more attention is being given to Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy. However, Penn National CEO Jay Snowden is convinced a move to buy out the rest of the company […]
Sports
January 12, 2022
Penn National Gaming to Support AGA’s “Have A Game Plan”
Penn National Gaming has become a part of the American Gaming Association’s “Have A Game Plan” initiative that is designed to tackle problem gambling in the context of the quickly growing iGaming and sports betting markets in the United States. The campaign, which saw a number of sports bodies and teams join, is now expanding […]
Business
December 9, 2021
The NGCB Contacts Penn National Over Dave Portnoy’s Antics
The Barstool Sports sportsbook does not have Nevada licensing. But, that isn’t stopping the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) from scrutinizing the company. According to CDC Gaming Reports, it has asked Penn National Gaming, its partner casino, about recent events involving founder Dave Portnoy, who has been accused of misconduct and sexual harassment. Barstool Under […]
Legal
November 18, 2021
Casino Workers Take Penn National to Court Over Cigarettes
At least 1,500 people working in casino jobs in Missouri, Kansas and other states will be part of a class-action lawsuit alleging illegally lower wages because they smoke. According to NPR affiliate KCUR, US District Judge Stephen Bough, Kansas City, granted workers certification as class members for their lawsuit against Penn National Gaming. This gives […]
Industry
November 11, 2021
Pennsylvania Gaming Watchdog Approves Four Fines Totaling $150K
Earlier this week, the gambling watchdog in Pennsylvania approved multiple fines against operators in the state. As a result, operators were fined $150,000 in total. PGCB Approves Fines for $150,000 Pennsylvania’s gaming watchdog, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), approved fines against three operators in the state totaling $150,000. Penn National, the operator that has […]
Business
November 5, 2021
Penn National Stock Falls After Damaging Dave Portnoy Report
Penn National Gaming plunged 21% Thursday after it fell short of earnings estimates. However, that wasn’t the only reason. Business Insider published allegations of sexual misconduct against Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, of which Penn owns a significant piece Penn National PR Team Working Overtime Penn operates racetracks and casinos. It also owns […]
Business
October 13, 2021
Score Media and Gaming Shareholders Approved $2B Acquisition
The operator of theScore sports betting, media and technology brand, Score Media and Gaming, announced that the special meeting of the company’s shareholders approved the previously announced acquisition by Penn National Gaming (PNG). Shareholder Approval Shareholders at theScore overwhelmingly voted in favor of the proposed $2-billion cash plus stock acquisition deal through a Plan of […]
Casino
October 7, 2021
Evolution Adds Dedicated Barstool Live Casino in New Jersey
Evolution has revealed the launch of its new studio area in New Jersey which will exclusively serve Penn Interactive, a company owned by Penn National Gaming, Inc, and the Barstool Sportsbook brand Penn acquired. The launch will scale the live game supplier’s production capabilities and deliver on new live casino experiences in the Garden States […]
Legal
October 6, 2021
Penn Agreed to Settle Responsible Gambling Claims in Indiana
Penn National Gaming and the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) agreed to a settlement related to responsible gambling violations made by the casino operator earlier this year. Blank Terms and Conditions The settlement ordered by the IGC on September 29 involves a financial sanction of $12,500 for two occasions on which Penn National’s Barstool Sportsbook brand […]