Sports
April 29, 2025
Hawaii to Sit Out 2025 Without Sports Gambling Regulation
Once again, Hawaii came fairly close to legalizing sports gambling during the current legislative session, but in the end – the same old issues continued to crop up without middle ground outlined by either camp.A bill that sought to regulate sports gambling failed to muster the necessary support, consigning the issue to the backburner, and […]
Sports
April 29, 2025
Pete Hegseth Registered at DFS Site to Detriment of US Security
Last Week Tonight host John Oliver recently described the Trump administration as “deeply unserious people doing deeply stupid things with massively serious consequences,” and while this assessment may feel blown out of proportion on occasion, nothing illustrates it better than Pete Hegseth’s recent debacle. Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, has been a continuous source […]
Casino
April 29, 2025
Rhode Island Wants to Criminalize Underage iGaming Despite Opposition
A bill that sought to criminalize iGaming by anyone under the age of 21 was dealt a defeat in the House Judiciary Committee in Delaware on Tuesday, April 22, but the issue may return for discussion and re-vote, as lawmakers are looking to push the measure through anyway. The bill was narrowly defeated with a […]
Business
April 28, 2025
BetMGM Turns EBITDA-Positive as Q1 Report Shows Strength
Sports betting and online gaming giant BetMGM has reported its financials for the first quarter of the year, highlighting spectacular performance across both verticals. Most importantly, the brand posted EBITDA-positive results for the first time ever, heralding a new era for the business. The growth of the company, which is jointly owned by Entain and […]
Lottery
April 28, 2025
Kentuckian Wins $167.3M Powerball Jackpot
One lucky player from Kentucky won the $167.3 million Powerball jackpot on Saturday’s draw, marking the fourth time in 16 years someone has managed to guess all six numbers. Kentucky Powerball Jackpot Lands Last week, the lottery marked its birthday, celebrating its 33rd birthday on Tuesday, April 22. It seems quite fitting that one lucky player scored […]
Business
April 28, 2025
Vivo Investment Partners Unveils Big Plans for Atlantic City’s Casino District
A New York-based firm called Vivo Investment Partners said it wants to create a series of venues surrounding Atlantic City’s casinos and also invest heavily in esports. Vivo Investment Partners Reveals Plans While centered around the coastal city’s gambling center, the new project won’t be directly involved in gambling, but will focus more on creating […]
Industry
April 28, 2025
Illinois Moves to Ban Credit Card Use for Sports Betting
The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has approved proposed regulations that would ban the use of credit cards to fund sports betting accounts in Illinois, as part of efforts to enhance responsible gambling practices. Illinois Gaming Board Advances New Rules According to IGB Administrator Marcus D. Fruchter, the Board determined that prohibiting the use of credit […]
Business
April 28, 2025
MGM Resorts Shutters In-Person Concierge Desks at Most Strip Properties
A historic aspect of the classic Las Vegas experience could be one step closer to extinction. MGM Resorts International announced the shutdown of physical concierge desks at most of its Strip resorts. While this development represents a streamlining measure, it coincides with the ongoing shift to digital service alternatives as venues navigate shifting consumer preferences. […]
Industry
April 28, 2025
Macau May Cut Ties with US Concessionaires if US-China Relation Worsens
Fitch Ratings predicts possible headwinds for the three US-based Macau concessionaires due to the economic shifts. In an unlikely but possible worst-case scenario, Macau might decide to end its relationship with the three companies, Fitch experts suggested. Fitch Emphasized That the Worst-Case Scenario is Still Unlikely The three US-based Macau concessionaires include Las Vegas Sands, […]
Sports
April 28, 2025
NCAA Appoints Genius Sports as Exclusive Sportsbook Data Distributor
In what can be described as a big shift from its historically cautious stance on sports betting, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) announced Friday it will start selling data from its championship events to sportsbooks across the country. Major Change for the NCAA The move is part of an expanded agreement with Genius Sports, […]
