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Legal
December 3, 2024
RICO Lawsuit Targets Apple, Google Due to Sweepstakes Casino Games
A new class action lawsuit named two tech giants defendants, along with a list of sweepstakes operators, accusing the companies of facilitating illegal online gambling and seeking recovery of money lost. New Class Action Lawsuit Targets Four Sweepstakes Operators That is the case for a new lawsuit filed by Julian Bargo, naming industry giants Google […]
Industry
November 20, 2024
Sweepstakes Operator Legendz Hits the US, Launches in 43 States
Despite the pushback against sweepstakes in the US, major companies continue to eye the lucrative American market. The latest sweepstakes casino operator to join the fray is Legendz Social Casino & Sportsbook, which will offer its products in a whopping 43 states. Legendz Will Be Available to Millions of Americans As mentioned, Legendz’s products will […]
Business
November 18, 2024
Sweepstakes Giant VGW Names Industry Specialist Angus Tiet as CFO
Sweepstakes giant Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW) has named gaming industry powerhouse Angus Tiet as its new chief financial officer. A seasoned veteran, Tiet will empower the company with his robust experience, allowing it to continue growing amid growing regulatory challenges in the US. A Seasoned Veteran Joins the VGW Family As the new CFO of […]
Industry
November 11, 2024
California Man Takes Sweepstakes Operator to Court
A Californian class action specialist has filed a lawsuit against a sweepstakes operator, arguing that its products constitute illegal gambling. As the pushback against the sweepstakes sector continues, the legal expert hopes to get the company banned in California. Pulze Gaslit Users The lawsuit was filed by Smith Krivoshey on behalf of Dennis Boyle and […]
Legal
November 4, 2024
Connecticut Resident Takes VGW to Court over “Unpermitted Techniques”
As the wider crackdown on the US sweepstakes sector continues, individuals continue to seek restitution for the money they spent on what regulators call “illegal gambling” or damages because of alleged underhanded tactics. In a recent lawsuit in Connecticut, a resident complained that one such platform took his money while inducing him to continue playing. […]
Industry
November 4, 2024
Sweepstakes Increase Gambling Risks Among Younger People, Expert
Only several states across the United States currently offer legal online casino gambling. In contrast, while legal iGaming is yet to pick up speed, sweepstakes are available in most states, offering entertainment that is quite similar to online casino games. Despite the legal ambiguity when it comes to sweepstakes, lawmakers are yet to take meaningful […]
Legal
November 1, 2024
Connecticut Takes Sweepstakes Operator VGW to Court
Sweepstakes powerhouse VGW continues to face legal and regulatory in the United States amid pushback against the overall sweepstakes sector. This time, the operator was slammed with a class action lawsuit in Connecticut. VGW Faces Class Action in Connecticut VGW received a cease-and-desist letter from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection earlier this year and […]
Casino
November 1, 2024
Legal Ambiguity of Sweepstakes Gaming Sparks Debate in Recent IGA Webinar
The legal uncertainty surrounding sweepstakes gaming was a focal point of a discussion in a recent webinar hosted by the Indian Gaming Association (IGA), where American Gaming Association (AGA) representatives expressed growing concerns about the industry. Sweepstakes Gaming’s Murky Legal Status Sparks Industry Concerns Over Potential Licensing Risks AGA’s Senior Vice President of Government Relations, […]
Industry
October 25, 2024
Elon Musk Halts Pro-Trump Sweepstakes After DOJ Warning
Elon Musk-backed pro-Trump group, America PAC, paused its highly questionable $1 million-a-day sweepstakes after a DOJ warning that the contest could be illegal. The lottery, targeting registered voters in swing states, had been giving away cash prizes each day since the announcement of the contest last Saturday, posting the winners across social media. The Lottery […]
Industry
October 17, 2024
Tribal Leaders Condemn Sweepstakes During Recent Meeting
The debate surrounding sweepstakes intensified over the last year. With some analysts estimating the cost of the market at tens of billions as of 2023, the niche sector is likely to keep growing. This places sweepstakes in the sights of lawmakers, gambling regulators and stakeholders such as commercial and tribal operators. Sweepstakes at the Sights […]
