Business
August 27, 2024
BetMGM Unveils New Features & New York Jets Partnership Ahead of NFL Season
BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, revealed multiple “game-changing features” ahead of the 2024 football season. Designed to elevate the customer experience, these improvements are set to redefine how fans engage with the platform. Additionally, the company unveiled a live blackjack-oriented partnership with two New York Jets players. BetMGM Changes the Game The […]
Poker
August 27, 2024
Three Card Poker Player Wins Nearly $1M Jackpot at Hard Rock Atlantic City
The fortunate gambler won close to $1 million at the Hard Rock Atlantic City this past weekend. The lucky player, trying their hand at three-card poker, drew one of the rarest and most sought-after hands in the game: a Royal Straight Flush. The spectacular hand resulted in an astonishing $943,355 payout. This Achievement Can Draw […]
Lottery
August 27, 2024
NC Man’s Car Trouble Leads to Surprise $380K Instant Win Online
Many lottery players have favorite numbers, consider buying tickets on lucky dates or in some cases, think of signs about good fortune. One player from Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, was pleasantly surprised after winning a jackpot from an instant lottery game ahead of leaving his car for a repair. The peculiar case involves Andrzej Kielbon […]
Industry
August 27, 2024
Pennsylvania Surpasses New York and Nevada in Casino Tax Revenue
According to the American Gaming Association (AGA)’s annual report for 2023, Pennsylvania has claimed the crown for gaming-specific tax revenues, surpassing every other US state. The Keystone State’s gambling sector is showing no signs of slowing down, as July’s results highlighted a robust and diverse industry that can deliver sustained growth despite emerging challenges. Pennsylvania […]
Legal
August 27, 2024
DraftKings in $65M Payment Battle with NFL Players Association
Earlier this month, the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) decided to take the leading gaming and betting operator, DraftKings, to court over an alleged breach of a licensing contract. The lawsuit stemmed from the American betting giant’s decision to shut down its non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace and Reignmakers, a popular NFT-based fantasy sports game. DraftKings and […]
Business
August 27, 2024
RSI Upgrades Its iRush Rewards Loyalty Program
Rush Street Interactive, a leading US-based betting and gaming company, has unveiled improvements to its iRush Rewards Loyalty Program. According to the company, the revamped program will boast a number of customer-centric changes. RSI Enhanced Its Loyalty Program According to RSI’s official announcement, the improvements will make it easier for players to redeem rewards, maintain […]
Industry
August 27, 2024
Tropicana Announces Implosion and Fireworks Event Date
After shutting its doors early in April, the iconic Las Vegas Strip casino resort, the Tropicana, may implode this autumn. The demolition is expected to take down the Tropicana’s main building, along with the 22-story Paradise Tower in what is expected to be a spectacular event that will also include a drone show and fireworks […]
Industry
August 27, 2024
Credit Card Fraud Ring Busted on Cruise Ship Casino Lands Four in Jail
Four individuals who were sailing on a four-day cruise from Miami were recently charged after allegedly attempting to pull off a credit card fraud scheme. The quartet boarded the MSC Magnifica last week. However, they couldn’t enjoy their time as cruise ship security uncovered their alleged fraudulent scheme that involved credit cards. This ultimately led […]
Industry
August 27, 2024
Coney Island’s Cyclone Roller Coaster Temporarily Closes
The legendary roller coaster in New York City’s Brooklyn, the Coney Island Cyclone, was temporarily shut down recently due to damaged equipment, owners Luna Park Coney Island confirmed Monday. The shutdown of the iconic wooden roller coaster that has been operating for nearly 100 years came after mechanical damage to a chain sprocket in one […]
Casino
August 26, 2024
BetMGM Hands out the Largest iGaming Jackpot in US History to a NJ Player
An online player from New Jersey has made history by winning the largest online casino jackpot in the history of the United States. The historic win happened a few days ago on BetMGM’s online gambling platform. BetMGM Casino reported that a player had won its historic $6,450,023 progressive jackpot. In a news release on August […]
