Gambling News - 'Usa'
Industry
April 5, 2024
Florida Greenlights the Use of Gambling Compact Money for Environmental Projects
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has greenlit the use of gambling money for environmental projects. By signing SB 1638 into law, DeSantis ensured millions of dollars for a wide range of programs, including the removal of invasive species and the creation and maintenance of a state wildlife corridor. Under SB 1638, the state will provide annual […]
Industry
April 5, 2024
FanDuel Contemplates Acquisition for Nevada Expansion
Currently, FanDuel and DraftKings are at the helm of sports betting across the US. The two hold a significant share of the betting market and are undoubtedly leaders when it comes to sports betting in many states. Despite their solid presence across the country, neither DraftKings nor FanDuel has a presence in Nevada, the home […]
Sports
April 5, 2024
Inter Miami vs. Colorado Rapids 2024 MLS Odds, Time, and Prediction
Inter Miami is without a win in three weeks, but the 2024 MLS odds suggest that the Herons will win on April 6 against the Colorado Rapids. The good news for them is that the game is played on their turf. The bad news is that their talisman Lionel Messi is expected to miss out […]
Sports
April 5, 2024
2024 Cook Out 400 Martinsville NASCAR Odds, Time, and Prediction
The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series stays in Virginia for one more week. After the race in Richmond, the competition is moving to Ridgeway, which is where Martinsville Speedway is located. That’s where the 2024 Cook Out 400 will take place. This is the shortest track of all used in the NASCAR Cup Series with just […]
Legal
April 5, 2024
Florida Governor Enacts Bill on Seized Gambling Assets
Seizing of assets obtained through illegal means is not uncommon across the United States. While regulations vary from one state to the other, in general, assets obtained through criminal activities are seized and can be resold to benefit different state and county programs. While this can provide vital funding for different programs, it also allows […]
Sports
April 5, 2024
Alabama’s Gambling Bill Faces Gridlock as House and Senate Disagree
Efforts to pass comprehensive gambling legislation in Alabama hit a roadblock on April 4 as the state House of Representatives rejected Senate amendments to the proposed bill. This decision has led to a standoff between the two chambers over the inclusion of sports betting and the number of allowable casinos. Tensions Rise as Alabama Lawmakers […]
Casino
April 5, 2024
Maryland Halts Progress on Online Casino Legislation After Budget Agreement
Amidst budget negotiations in Maryland, hopes for the legalization of online casinos have been dashed for the year 2024. With online casino revenue not finding its way into the state’s budget agreement, it appears that Marylanders will have to wait until at least 2027 to see any progress in this regard. Maryland’s Legislative Session Ends […]
Lottery
April 4, 2024
Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets to $1.23bn for Upcoming Draw
For four months, the jackpot of the popular lottery game in America, Powerball, evaded the players. After surviving on Wednesday, when the latest drawing of Powerball was, the jackpot is now estimated at $1.23 billion for the upcoming draw on Saturday. This mind-blowing sum makes him the fourth largest in the history of the game. […]
Sports
April 4, 2024
Fanatics Finalizes PointsBet’s US Assets Acquisition
The 2021-launched fast-growing online gaming and sports betting operator, a subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings Inc., Fanatics Betting and Gaming (FBG), confirmed the completion of the acquisition of PointsBet’s US businesses. The announcement came Wednesday with FBG confirming that PointsBet Holdings Limited received the final installment of the landmark $225 million acquisition. The closing of the […]
Legal
April 4, 2024
Police Chase after Casino Shooting Suspects; Arrest Three
Three people, believed to be the culprits behind an attack in Little Creek Casino have been apprehended by the police following a two-county chase. The police believe that the suspects are responsible for the shooting of two victims at the Washington State property’s parking lot. Located in Shelton, Little Creek Casino became the location of […]