Business
July 8, 2024
Raketech to Divest Non-Core US Advisory Business in $2.25M Deal
Raketech, a leading online affiliate and content marketing company, announced that it has struck a deal to sell its non-core US advisory business. The business, ATS Consultants, was originally acquired in 2021 but deemed to be non-core to the group. Raketech’s US advisory business in question consisted of several high-value lead-generating sports tipster websites which […]
Industry
July 8, 2024
Online Gambling Gains Momentum, Possibly Coming to Illinois in 2025
While Illinois residents can already enjoy sports betting, they will have to wait until at least 2025 to see their dream of legally accessing real money online casinos turn into reality. State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez Jr. is determined to make that happen. At the end of May, when Illinois’ legislative session came to a close, the […]
Industry
July 8, 2024
Vermont’s DMH Launches New Problem Gambling Website
The Vermont Department of Mental Health (DMH), a body seeking to improve the conditions and well-being of all Vermonters, unveiled the launch of a new website designed to support those struggling with gambling harm. The new site, VTGamblingHelp.org, will serve as a “valuable resource for those seeking immediate assistance and support for problems related to […]
Casino
July 8, 2024
Timbisha Shoshone Tribe Remains on Track with California Casino Project
A few years after an unsuccessful attempt of the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe to secure land and build a casino in Ridgecrest, California, the Tribe is now moving forward with another casino project. The project in question proposes the development of a casino in Inyokern, on Highway 178 and near Highway 395. Judging by a notice […]
Sports
July 8, 2024
Caesars Entertainment Acquires Australian Tech Startup ZeroFlucs
Caesars Entertainment, a prominent player in the casino and hospitality industry, has purchased Brisbane-based software firm ZeroFlucs Group. The acquisition is aimed at improving Caesars’ sports betting capabilities within its digital segment, Caesars Digital. This move comes after successful cooperation between the two companies that led to the integration of ZeroFlucs’ technology into the Caesars […]
Business
July 8, 2024
Penn Entertainment Shares Soar as Flutter Weighs In on Potential Acquisition
Flutter Entertainment is said to be considering the purchase of interactive assets from Penn Entertainment in a notable move for the gaming industry. Flutter could team up with Boyd Gaming, which has also expressed interest in buying Penn. Penn Entertainment Shares Rise as Flutter Weighs in on Potential Acquisition Following this news, shares of Penn […]
Industry
July 5, 2024
Sportsbooks Rank Kamala Harris Ahead of Joe Biden in Presidential Race
The election for a new President of the United States is scheduled for November 5 this year. The political race sees two long-term rivals face each other, the current President Joe Biden and the former President Donald Trump. A major debate that was expected to set the mood for the upcoming election took place late […]
Industry
July 5, 2024
NJ Measure Would Allow Wagering on In-State College Teams
A new measure in New Jersey seeks to revoke the ban preventing operators from offering wagering on in-state college teams. Arguing that the restriction is outdated, proponents of the new bill seek to remove it and refresh the state’s betting market. New Jersey was among the pioneers of sports betting following the PASPA’s repeal in […]
Casino
July 5, 2024
Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Wraps Up Renovation in Time for Its Anniversary
Rivers Casino Pittsburgh has completed its refurbishment just in time for its 15th anniversary. The renovations cost Rush Street Gaming, the property’s owner, some $6.6 million and are are line with the company’s desire to cement the Pennsylvanian casino resort as a leading destination for tourism and gaming. The investment was primarily focused on improving […]
Industry
July 5, 2024
Kentucky Posts Nearly 90% Decrease in Gambling-Related Crimes
The Kentucky State Police, in collaboration with all law enforcement agencies in the state, released its latest offense and arrest data report. The document contained a summarized list of all criminal activities recorded in 2023 and compared it to the same list of crimes from the year before. Early in September last year, Kentucky launched […]
