Gambling News - 'Usa'
Lottery
July 15, 2024
Mega Millions Jackpot Survives, Grows to $226M for Next Drawing
An estimated $203 million jackpot was up for grabs from Mega Millions, the popular lottery-style games in the United States, on Friday. The latest drawing saw numbers 15, 35, 48, 53, 68 and the Gold Mega ball 8 drawn. Yet, nobody guessed correctly all the winning numbers from the latest drawing. The estimated $203 million […]
Lottery
July 15, 2024
Jersey Cash 5 Winner Buys $644K Ticket at Liquor Store
A very lucky player who purchased a Jersey Cash 5 lottery ticket for Wednesday’s drawing in Passaic County is now $644,454 richer. The Ticket Was Purchased in a Liquor Store in Clifton The purchase was made at Henry’s Liquors located on Van Houten Avenue in Clifton, Passaic County. According to state lottery representatives, the jackpot […]
Sports
July 15, 2024
Bettor Misses $1M Parlay Win after England’s Loss to Spain in Euro 2024
A bettor who had the option to cash out their three-legged wager for nearly $400,000 ahead of the final of the European Championship 2024 this Sunday turned down the offer. This resulted in the bettor’s loss who likely won’t ever forget how Spain won against England at the Euro 2024 final. The identity of the […]
Business
July 15, 2024
Rush Street Interactive Sale May Be Imminent, Suggests Report
Earlier this year, rumors emerged about the potential sale of Rush Street Interactive (RSI), the leading betting and gaming operator with a presence across the United States and owner of the popular brand BetRivers. Although the rumors emerged in March, details are scarce with only DraftKings being named as a potential buyer of RSI. Despite […]
Lottery
July 15, 2024
Walmart to Enter the Lottery Sector & Launch iLottery App
Multinational retail giant Walmart revealed that it is preparing a lottery push, hoping to capitalize on the increased demand for lottery products. At its annual summit in April, the company told lottery vendors that it plans to offer lottery and iLottery products. The summit was attended by companies such as IGT, NeoPollard and Scientific Games. […]
Casino
July 15, 2024
Mirage Workers Supported by Unions Ahead of Upcoming Closure
There’s less than a week until the iconic gaming and hospitality resort, The Mirage Hotel & Casino, is expected to close its doors to visitors. The closure is related to a complete overhaul of the property that will transform it into Hard Rock Las Vegas. July 17 will mark the closing date of the Mirage, […]
Sports
July 15, 2024
Analyst Highlights the Growing Competition in US Sports Betting
Following the repeal of PASPA in 2018, sports betting expanded exponentially across the United States. To date, close to 40 states offer some form of sports betting and with the expansion of wagering, competition increased. Currently, an overwhelming majority of the market share is held by two leading betting operators, namely FanDuel and DraftKings. Combined, […]
Industry
July 15, 2024
Donald Trump’s Election Odds Surge After Assassination Attempt
The odds of Donald Trump winning the 2024 presidential election have significantly increased after him being the victim of an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania. The former president was shot in his ear, making blood run down his face on the afternoon of July 13. However, he still managed to raise his fist […]
Casino
July 15, 2024
The Mirage to Host Farewell Ceremony Before Closure
To commemorate the end of an iconic era in Las Vegas history, The Mirage Hotel & Casino will host a ceremonial event on July 17 before it closes for good. The Mirage to Close Ahead of Schedule to Make Way for Hard Rock’s Ambitious Plans Starting at 9 a.m., speeches will be given by gaming […]
Industry
July 12, 2024
Oklahoma’s Gambling Legislation Stalls amid Stakeholder Disagreements
Oklahoma’s latest attempt to legalize sports betting has encountered a substantial roadblock due to ongoing disagreements between the Governor and the state’s tribes. Despite Governor Kevin Stitt’s public push for sports betting legalization during the last legislative session, there has been little progress, according to Matthew Morgan, chairman of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association. Tribes […]