Sports
September 25, 2024
New York Lawmakers React Strongly Over DraftKings’ Fee on Winning Bets
DraftKings planned to add a fee to winning sports bets in states with high taxes. This sparked a lot of anger from New York’s rulemakers. DraftKings Drops Surcharge Plan Amid Criticism from New York Regulator DraftKings wanted this fee to help cover the cost of high tax rates. However, they dropped the idea just two […]
Casino
September 25, 2024
Wynn Resorts Prevails in Legal Dispute Over Slot Machine Payouts
Wynn Resorts has won a legal battle against its casino, Encore Boston Harbor, over slot machine payouts. Court Confirms Encore Boston Harbor’s Ticket Redemption Practices Are Lawful The lawsuit, which lasted for several years centered on claims by plaintiff A. Richard Schuster that the casino’s ticket redemption practices broke Massachusetts consumer protection laws. Schuster claimed […]
Casino
September 24, 2024
Ocean Casino Resort Player Hits $1.46M Jackpot in Atlantic City
Every casino guest dreams of winning big. And the lucky few that do so, remember it for a lifetime. This is exactly the case of one Atlantic City casino winner who walked out with more than $1.4 million earlier this month after placing a two-digit bet. Mystery Winner from Morris County Hits a Sweet Jackpot […]
Business
September 24, 2024
LeoVegas Group Opens New In-House Slots Studio
Global iGaming operator and market leader in mobile casino on the European market, LeoVegas Group, has announced the launch of LeoVegas Studios, its brand-new in-house slots development studio. The announcement marks a significant milestone in the company’s expansion plan which includes the creation of games that are exclusive to the group’s brands. Leveraging Player Data […]
Industry
September 24, 2024
Bovada Exits Three More US Markets as Regulatory Pressure Continues
Bovada has exited three more US markets amid regulatory pressure from local regulators. The online gambling operator has so far been banned in 13 states and Washington DC. Bovada Has Added Three More Markets to Its Restricted List As one of the biggest offshore operators in America, Bovada has continuously attracted the ire of local […]
Industry
September 24, 2024
VTA Bus Driver Fatally Shot by Coworker over Gambling Debt
A deadly shooting in San Jose, California, claimed the life of one person late last week. Police detained a man suspected of the killing that allegedly happened due to an unpaid gambling debt. Suspect May Face First-Degree Murder Charge Last week, the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office announced it is investigating a deadly shooting that […]
Industry
September 24, 2024
Jay-Z Proposes $250M in Grants for Hell’s Kitchen in NY Casino Bid
The famous American rapper and entrepreneur, Jay-Z, reportedly plans to boost his Times Square casino bid by offering $250 million in proposed grants that would benefit Hell’s Kitchen. Jay-Z’s Rock Nation Remains in NY Casino License Race Together with Roc Nation, the famous rapper joined forces with SL Green and Ceasars Entertainment in a bid […]
Sports
September 24, 2024
ESPN BET Set to Launch Sportsbook in New York Following Regulatory Approval
ESPN BET, the sportsbook brand owned by Penn Entertainment, can now take sports bets in New York. The New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) gave them the thumbs up. This happened after Penn bought WynnBET’s license in New York for $25 million. Now ESPN BET can join the biggest legal sports betting market in the […]
Industry
September 24, 2024
West Texas A&M University Blocks Access to Online Gambling
West Texas A&M University, the University that has been part of the Texas A&M University system since 1990 and is located in Canyon, Texas, announced it has completely blocked access to any online gambling websites. Ban on Online Gambling Access via WT-Owned Networks and Devices A confirmation about the complete block on online gambling emerged […]
Casino
September 24, 2024
Judge Extends Deadline for Andy Sanborn’s Concord Casino Sale
A New Hampshire judge has given former state Senator Andy Sanborn more time to sell his Concord Casino throwing him a lifeline as he faces legal troubles and close watch from regulators. Sanborn’s Casino Sale Extension Sparks Debate Over Accountability Judge Gregory Albert decided that letting Sanborn have extra time to finish the sale would […]
