Sports
March 20, 2025
US Bill Aims to Ban College Athlete Prop Bets Nationwide
A new bill in the US Congress wants to stop certain sports bets involving student-athletes. Congressman Michael Baumgartner from Washington has introduced this legislation. Its full name is the Providing Responsible Oversight and Transparency and Ensuring Collegiate Trust (PROTECT) Student-Athletes Act. Right now, the Committee on Energy and Commerce is looking it over. Legislation Aims […]
Casino
March 20, 2025
New York Senate Takes Steps to Ban Sweepstakes Gaming
The New York Senate Racing, Gaming, and Wagering Committee has given its full support to a bill that aims to outlaw online sweepstakes gaming. The committee’s approval moves the proposal to the Senate floor for more discussion. Senator Joseph Addabbo introduced the bill known as S5935. It looks to prohibit sweepstakes-style online gaming and also […]
Sports
March 20, 2025
Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Vince Morales UFC Mexico Odds, Time, and Prediction
Raul Rosas Jr. is still only 20 years old, but he’s already fought 11 professional MMA fights. He lost just one of those and is determined to keep on winning. The next obstacle on his path to glory comes in the form of Vince Morales who’s 14 years his senior. Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Vince […]
Industry
March 19, 2025
NCAA Prez Warns of Player Abuse as March Madness Kicks off
The NCAA expects cases of athlete abuse to skyrocket with March Madness. The organization’s president, Charlie Baker, highlighted this as a major problem and urged regulators to outlaw player prop bets. The Growth of Betting Has Had a Few Adverse Effects Since the PASPA was repealed in 2018, America’s attitude toward sports betting has quickly […]
Industry
March 19, 2025
Pennsylvania iGaming Thrives Despite February Revenue Dip
Pennsylvania’s gambling sector saw a moderate slowdown in February, with total revenue dropping 4.3% year-on-year to $477.2 million, according to data from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). Despite this dip, iGaming revenue surged, helping offset losses from traditional casino games and sports wagering. While the data does not encompass verticals like skill games or […]
Industry
March 19, 2025
Michigan Online Gaming and Betting Slowed Down in February
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has published information about the local online gaming and sports betting markets’ performance in February. The report showed a significant increase in sports betting from January despite the Super Bowl. iGaming & Sports Results Weaker than January, Stronger than February 2024 According to the MGCB, Michigan’s commercial and tribal […]
Business
March 19, 2025
Bally’s Plans Casino with Ownership Perks for Bronx Locals
Bally’s Corporation, the leading hospitality and gaming company, is one of nearly a dozen gambling operators and coalitions looking into the possibility of securing a casino license in New York. While competition is fierce, only three licenses are up for grabs. Benefits for Bronx Residents Include Pledges to Community Programs, Investment Opportunities In an effort […]
Industry
March 19, 2025
“Seeking Understanding” Webinar Recommends Methods for Identifying Problem Gambling
“Seeking Understanding” saw several experts discuss the complex ecosystem of modern gambling and how modern tools can help to identify people who suffer from problematic gambling. What Did “Seeking Understanding” Outline? “Seeking Understanding” was a webinar held this week and hosted by AGEM Director of Responsible Gaming Connie Jones, and it focused on discussions regarding […]
Industry
March 19, 2025
Casino Winner Claims Jackpots After Presenting Residency Proof
In the summer of 2023, Eduardo Cardoso found himself in an unusual predicament. After he hit several jackpots at a casino in South Florida, the Cuban man was not allowed to collect his winnings. The reason? A federal restriction. Frequent Player Stroke It Big Three Times “I like to go to the casino like any […]
Lottery
March 19, 2025
Texas Courier Services Investigation Stalls $83.5M Jackpot Payout
In February, a lucky woman won an $83.5 million jackpot from Lotto Texas. The life-changing sum was won from a ticket purchased via the DraftKings-owned lottery courier app Jackpocket. Unfortunately, an investigation into the win and lottery couriers has stalled the payout. Couriers Face Trouble in Texas The winning ticket was purchased using Jackpocket, through […]
