Industry
December 18, 2024
Illinois Hands Licenses to bet365 and New Casino
International gaming operator bet365 is set to further expand its global footprint with yet another market. During the Illinois Gaming Board’s (IGB) final meeting for the year, board members handed the new license to the sportsbook. The IGB also handed a license to Wind Creek Chicago Southland, a new casino in the state. Bet365 to […]
Industry
December 18, 2024
FTC to Require Lodging and Ticketing Companies to Disclose Extra Fees
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is considering new regulations for hotels, vacation rental platforms and live event promoters. Set to affect casino hotels too, the new rules will require properties and organizers to disclose any fees up front, the Associated Press reported. FTC Will Require Companies to Be Honest about the Prices According to the […]
Legal
December 18, 2024
Washington Court Dismisses Maverick Gaming’s Sports Betting Lawsuit
A lawsuit filed by a gaming company that challenged the existing sports betting market established in Washington was recently dismissed. Lawsuit Challenges Tribal-State Gaming Compacts Washington was among the US states that legalized sports betting back in 2020. After the legalization in March 2020, legal retail sports betting launched the next year, in 2021, after […]
Industry
December 18, 2024
Deutsche Bank Analyst Reflects on Louisiana Sports Betting Hearing
Carlo Santarelli, a Deutsche Bank analyst, has weighed in on the recent discussions surrounding sports betting in Louisiana. He analyzed the various points made by lawmakers, saying that the latest Senate Judiciary Committee hearing ended up producing “more heat than light.” Witnesses included NCAA’s president Charles Baker, Harry Levant, law director of gambling policy at […]
Industry
December 18, 2024
Louisiana: Court Upholds Conviction in Casino Drugging, Assault Case
A man who was sentenced last year after spicing a drink, kidnapping and taking advantage of a woman at a Louisiana casino saw his appeal denied. Evidence Leads to Jury Prejudice, Attacker Claims The criminal case involves a Lake Charles man identified with the initials S.D.C., who was convicted in 2023 of second-degree kidnapping, mingling […]
Sports
December 18, 2024
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens 2024 NFL Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 10-4 in the 2024 NFL, while the Ravens are 9-5. The two AFC North rivals have played once already – the Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16. What this means is that if they beat them again, they will secure the divisional title. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens Week 16 Odds Moneyline […]
Industry
December 18, 2024
Virginia Casino Opponents Concerned with Impact on National Security
Citing concerns about the potential impact of a casino located in Tysons, Virginia, intelligence and defense experts spoke against the proposed plan. The plan to build a Tysons casino in Fairfax County seeks to expand the state’s commercial gaming offering. Letter Describes Concerns with Tysons Casino Project Yet, according to more than 100 experts, such […]
Industry
December 18, 2024
Fertitta’s Possible Ambassadorship to Italy May Change His Wynn Resorts Role
Talk grows about Tilman Fertitta becoming the US ambassador to Italy. This could change how he deals with Wynn Resorts. Wynn Stakeholder Tilman Fertitta May Shift Focus to Italy Ambassadorship Billionaire Tilman Fertitta owns almost 10% of Wynn Resorts’ stock. However, reports have indicated that President-elect Donald Trump might pick Fertitta for the Italy ambassador […]
Legal
December 17, 2024
VGW Prevails in Georgia Court Case, but Other Lawsuits Remain
In a significant legal victory for VGW Holdings, a popular player in the US sweepstakes sector, the Georgia Northern District Court has dismissed a class action lawsuit against the operator. Fair Gaming Advocates, an advocacy group for players’ rights, alleged that VGW’s gaming platforms violated state regulations. However, Judge Thomas Thrash has now ruled the […]
Lottery
December 17, 2024
Powerball Jackpot Gets Closer to $70M for Upcoming Drawing
Monday marked the latest drawing of Powerball, America’s popular lottery game. While many tried their luck for the $58 million jackpot, no player was fortunate enough to match all winning numbers from the recent drawing. Colorado Player Nearly Misses Powerball Top Prize Powerball’s drawing on Monday saw winning numbers 9, 30, 33, 57, 61 and […]
