Casino
October 11, 2023
North Carolina Casino Expansion Yet to Gain Traction
Earlier this year, North Carolina legalized mobile sports betting. While the activity is expected to launch as planned, at some point by mid-2024, further efforts for the expansion of gambling activities were also seen recently. One such effort calls for the legalization of new casinos through the state budget. A gambling proposal that is a […]
Industry
October 11, 2023
Optimove Survey Shows Competitive Odds Key to Player Loyalty
In a comprehensive survey conducted by Optimove, key insights into the behavior and preferences of online gamblers have been revealed, offering valuable guidance to iGaming operators striving to enhance player loyalty and engagement. Competitive Odds Drive 40% of Player Loyalty in iGaming The study, conducted between September and October 2023 among 396 US citizens aged […]
Sports
October 10, 2023
Sodiq Yusuff vs. Edson Barboza Odds, Time, and Prediction
Sodiq Yusuff (13-2) made his way to the UFC after impressing in Dana White Contender Series and is 6-1 in this promotion. He’s fighting his first-ever main event bout on October 14 and his opponent is a true MMA legend who’s been fighting in the UFC since 2010. The man in question is Edson Barboza […]
Legal
October 10, 2023
Michigan Presses On with Fantasy Pick’em Game Restrictions
Michigan is joining the growing list of states taking steps to restrict fantasy pick’em games, a form of daily fantasy sports (DFS) that has come under scrutiny for its resemblance to sports betting. Despite rising concerns, the sector enjoys unprecedented growth and should be flexible enough to accommodate changing regulations. Pick’em Games Resemble Sports Wagering […]
Casino
October 10, 2023
Caesars Expects to Open Virginia Property on Schedule
American casino and hospitality giant Caesars Entertainment continues its work on its upcoming property in Danville, Virginia. Danville Register & Bee, a local news outlet, inquired about the state of the project and learned that everything seems to be on track for a 2024 opening. The outlet contacted Caesars Virginia’s general manager, Chris Albrecht, who […]
Industry
October 10, 2023
NJ Online Casinos Remain the Biggest Gambling Tax Contributor
The rise of online gambling in New Jersey continues, as demonstrated by the recent revenue results. The vertical continues to be a major tax contributor and, according to a PlayNJ report, has surpassed the taxes produced by the nine Atlantic City casinos for the last three years. For example, data from the NJ Division of […]
Business
October 10, 2023
Gaming Industry Contributes $329bn to US Economy, Says AGA
Currently, 45 US states along with the District of Columbia have established some form of gambling activity, which can include casino gambling, iGaming and sports betting. A new study released by the US gambling industry association, the American Gaming Association (AGA), reveals what is the annual economic impact of legalized gambling across the country. The […]
Casino
October 10, 2023
Pennsylvania Debates Future of Skill Games Amidst Corporate Clash
A heated debate unfolded in front of the Pennsylvania Senate Community, Economic, and Recreational Development Committee last week as lawmakers, casino industry representatives, and skill game advocates clashed over the potential regulation of so-called “skill games.” The controversial terminals, resembling slot machines but requiring player skill, have flooded bars, clubs, gas stations, and convenience stores […]
Lottery
October 9, 2023
Lucky Texan Lottery Player Wins $360M Mega Millions Jackpot
A lucky Texan has grabbed the $360 million Mega Millions jackpot, becoming the recipient of the largest prize a Texas Lottery player has ever gotten. The player, who is yet to claim their prize as of the time of this writing, is said to have purchased the ticket at a convenience store near Sam’s Club […]
Sports
October 9, 2023
KSI vs. Tommy Fury Odds, Time, and Prediction
YouTuber KSI has been working hard to show the world he’s good at boxing, something he started in 2018. So far, he’s had decent success, but the thing is that he’s never fought against such a good opponent as Tommy Fury. Tyson’s little brother is a real boxer whose professional record is 9-0 with his […]
