Legal
January 28, 2025
DraftKings Reaches Agreement with NFLPA, Pauses Lawsuit
Sports betting powerhouse DraftKings has reached an agreement with the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), potentially ending the legal battle between the two parties. The court proceedings will be put on hold while the operator wraps up its negotiations with the association. Buyers’ Remorse Is Not a Basis to Terminate a Contract The NFLPA, […]
Industry
January 28, 2025
Mississippi Mulls Over Sweepstakes Ban
Lawmakers in Mississippi are considering a ban on sweepstakes games amid a broader pushback against the sector across America. Per a new measure, the state would ban multiple unlicensed online gaming products and penalize violators. SB 2510 Would End Sweepstakes in Mississippi Senator Joey Fillingane’s Senate Bill 2510 seeks to ban unregulated online gaming in […]
Industry
January 28, 2025
Nevada Revokes License of Independent Agent
The spouse of a man, who according to allegations was tied to illegal bookmaking and organized crime involving millions of dollars of wagers at Resorts World Las Vegas, reportedly agreed to have her independent agent registration revoked. Independent Agent’s License Was Stripped Under a Settlement That is the case with Nicole Bowyer, the wife of […]
Industry
January 28, 2025
Casino Moratorium Bill Picks up Speed in Iowa
Earlier this month, a casino moratorium proposal in Iowa picked up speed. The bill called to restrict the awarding of new casino licenses for the next few years and if approved, may threaten the future of a proposed Cedar Rapids project that awaits approval from the state’s gambling regulator, the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission […]
Business
January 28, 2025
NY Gambling Regulator Adds Members to Gaming Facility Location Board
Major gaming and hospitality operators are looking forward to securing one out of three New York downstate casino licenses. While efforts to speed up the process have so far failed, a couple of fresh appointments announced by the New York State Gaming Commission may signal another push to expedite the process. New York Gaming Facility […]
Casino
January 28, 2025
Police Busts Illegal Gambling Operation in Florida Seizes 1,000 Slots, $1M
Florida’s cops have cultivated an unfailing reflex to spot, investigate and bust illegal gambling operations. Small or big, several such illicit activities have been brought to heel by the work of dedicated law enforcement officers. New Major Illegal Bust Goes After Sprawling “Arcade” Network Now, though, The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PSBO) has something […]
Casino
January 28, 2025
German Trade Body Warns: Slot Channelization at 20%-40%
Ask the German Gambling Regulator or Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) what the country’s channelization rate is, and you will get an idea that things are not ideal but they are moving in the right direction. Channelization Should Be Easy to Determine – in Germany, It Is Not Ask the private sector, however, and you […]
Casino
January 28, 2025
Spinomenal Makes Bold Entry into US with New Jersey Launch
Spinomenal, an acclaimed supplier of online casino games, with a particular focus on the Hold & Win mechanic and slots in general, has made an entry into the iGaming market in the United States. Spinomenal Makes Ambitious Pivot in US Market with NJ The company has obtained the necessary license to launch in New Jersey […]
Casino
January 28, 2025
Ex-Nassau Detective Faces Trial for Helping Bonanno Crime Family
Hector Rosario, a former Nassau County detective, will soon face trial in Brooklyn Federal Court. He stands accused of obstruction of justice and lying to the FBI. Fired Nassau Cop Allegedly Worked with Bonannos to Shut Down Competing Gambling Dens Prosecutors claim Rosario, who lost his job in 2022 worked with the Bonanno crime family. […]
Casino
January 27, 2025
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Prepares to Celebrate Lunar New Year
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana is preparing to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year with new installations and features. Visitors can look forward to marking the festivities with atmospheric games set against a China-inspired backdrop. Festive Games Await The Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations, set to run from January 29 to February 1, will see […]
