Sports
November 27, 2024
Andrew Yang Draws Parallels Between Sports Wagering and Taxes
The nationwide expansion of betting brought legal and mobile sports wagering options to millions of Americans in nearly 40 states. The growth of the sector followed a landmark 2018 decision of the US Supreme Court that ruled PASPA unconstitutional, enabling lawmakers in different states to legalize and regulate sports betting. Sports Betting Compared to Tax […]
Sports
November 26, 2024
New Jersey Adopts Rules to Safeguard Combative Sports’ Integrity
The New Jersey State Athletic Control Board (SACB) announced that it has reinforced its measures against fraud and unethical betting practices in combat sports, reiterating its commitment to maintaining its integrity. SACB Introduced New Rules Effective immediately, the new policies apply to all licensees, officials (inspectors, timekeepers judges, referees and physicians), board members and employees. […]
Legal
November 26, 2024
Lawsuit Against Musk’s MAGA Sweepstakes Falls Apart
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has dismissed the case against billionaire Elon Musk’s political action committee, America PAC. Krasner alleged that the pro-Trump PAC had conducted an illegal lottery during the 2024 presidential election, accusing it of violating state lottery laws. However, the newest development means the case will not reach the court. Musk’s Sweepstakes […]
Legal
November 26, 2024
Fatal Road Rage Incident Claims Life of Vegas Strip Uber Driver
A road rage confrontation on the Las Vegas Strip turned violent on Monday, ending the life of an Uber driver and sending a young woman into custody. The fatal shooting unfolded near the intersection of Las Vegas Boulevard and Palazzo Drive, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). This incident, unfortunately, adds to […]
Lottery
November 26, 2024
Michigan: $2M Lottery Winner Plans to Quit Job, Relax and Travel
Every lottery player dreams of winning a big prize. Once this happens, many wouldn’t even consider working a day longer in their life and this is exactly the case of one Oakland County, Michigan woman who recently scored a hefty lottery win. The Woman Regularly Plays the Lottery On Monday, the Michigan Lottery uncovered details […]
Industry
November 26, 2024
Arkansas NIL Raffle Bill Causes Division Amidst Gambling Operators
House Bill 1044, filed this month in the Arkansas legislature, could allow colleges and universities to hold fundraising raffles during sporting events. Dubbed the “Arkansas Sports Raffle Act,” this legislation seeks to provide schools with an innovative opportunity to raise funds for scholarships and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation to student-athletes. The New Legislation […]
Sports
November 26, 2024
Massachusetts Ponders Sports Betting Kiosks in Bars and Restaurants
The people of Massachusetts may one day find themselves placing sports bets at their local bar or while enjoying a meal at a neighborhood restaurant. This could all happen provided the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, which is currently exploring the possibility of introducing sports wagering kiosks in retail locations, decides to give the proposal a go. […]
Casino
November 26, 2024
Car Falls Through Bally’s Evansville’s Roof
An incident has occurred at Bally’s Evansville Casino & Hotel, resulting in the injury of at least one person. According to reports, a part of the building’s roof collapsed after a falling vehicle landed on it. A Car Fell Through the Roof According to reports, a car fell through a multi-story parking garage, landing on […]
Industry
November 26, 2024
NJ Proposes Seizing Funds from Unused Online Gambling Accounts
A new proposal in New Jersey seeks to enhance accountability and transparency when it comes to seizing money from inactive online gambling accounts. Unclaimed Funds from Dormant Gambling Accounts May Be Seized The bill which reportedly enjoys bipartisan support among lawmakers in the state, plans to implement changes to the way funds from dormant iGaming […]
Industry
November 26, 2024
Trump’s Secretary of the Interior Option Could Stop Tribal Gaming Extension
After making many bettors richer after his election at the start of the month, President-Elect Donald Trump’s nominations have started to pop up. One of them is that of North Dakota’s Governor Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior, an option that may present a series of challenges for tribal gaming, especially regarding the “hub-and-spoke” […]
