Industry
September 29, 2023
Bet365 Launches in Kentucky, Offers Exciting Welcome Promotions
Global online sports betting operator bet365 continues to make strides in North America and is now officially live in the state of Kentucky. The sportsbook is celebrating its launch with a variety of tempting offers for fans. Bet365’s launch in the Bluegrass State was made possible by its partnership with Sandy’s Gaming and Racing, a […]
Legal
September 29, 2023
Michigan Storefront Casino Operators Got Arraigned on 31 Charges
Michigan Gaming Control Board announced that five defendants behind an illegal gambling scheme have been arraigned on 31 charges. The report follows a joint investigation by the regulator and the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Arraigned in 67th District Court, the five defendants were accused of operating illegal storefront casinos. The operation was busted in […]
Business
September 29, 2023
Bally’s Lease Deal with the Trump Organization May Cost $100M
Earlier this month, the Trump Organization considered leasing the Trump Golf Links Ferry Point, a city-owned golf course in the Bronx to Bally’s. The casino giant continues its negotiations with the Trump family, with a New York casino license on the line. According to an earlier report, the golf course lease would be handed to […]
Sports
September 29, 2023
Betting on WNBA This Season Soars by 163% According to FanDuel
Since PASPA’s repeal five years ago, sports betting has grown exponentially across the United States. By now, three dozen US states offer legal sports wagering, while few are in the process of launching their markets. It’s no surprise that football, baseball, hockey and basketball are popular sports for fans and bettors to wager on. Yet, […]
Business
September 29, 2023
Grand Sierra Resort Confirms Historic $1bn Investment in Reno
A historic billion-dollar investment in Reno, Nevada is expected to bring a unique form of entertainment for guests and sports fans of the city. Earlier this week, the Grand Sierra Resort (GSR) announced a $1 billion private capital investment, the largest in the history of the city. GSR’s billion-dollar plan seeks to revamp the existing […]
Sports
September 29, 2023
University of Cincinnati Baseball Program Cleared of Betting Scandal
The University of Cincinnati’s baseball program has been exonerated from any involvement in a sports betting scandal that rocked the collegiate baseball community earlier this year. UC Baseball Staff Cleared in Betting Scandal Probe The investigation, initiated in May, focused on two secondary/Level III violations connected to sports wagering. Former assistant coach Kyle Sprague and […]
Casino
September 29, 2023
New Jersey’s High-Risk Gambling Drops, but State Still Faces Challenges
A recent report commissioned by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) and conducted by researchers at Rutgers University reveals a notable decline in high-risk problem gambling in the state, even as sports betting continues to gain traction. New Jersey’s Problem Gambling Stays Three Times Higher Than National Norm The report’s key findings indicate […]
Industry
September 28, 2023
NC Regulator Is Convinced Mobile Betting Launch Will Meet the Deadline
The North Carolina State Lottery Commission recently discussed the future of mobile sports betting in the state. Officials remain convinced that they will be able to meet the original deadline, launching mobile sports betting by mid-2024. The commission believes that the first mobile sportsbooks will go live within the first half of the next year, […]
Business
September 28, 2023
Atlantic Digital Forays into the US, Supplies Iconic Content to BetMGM
Online gambling powerhouse BetMGM has teamed up with Atlantic Digital, a game studio based in London. Under the agreement between the two parties, BetMGM will pioneer the supplier’s games in the United States. The deal will see BetMGM as the exclusive home of Atlantic Digital’s portfolio of cutting-edge games. These include the highly popular The […]
Casino
September 28, 2023
Light & Wonder’s Playzido Platform Goes Live in Michigan
Light & Wonder, Inc. announced a significant expansion of its North American iGaming content strategy, launching its dynamic platform, Playzido, in Michigan. Overcoming the state’s regulatory challenges allows the company to offer its exciting gaming content to players, advancing its regional expansion ambitions. This move should open the door for a new strategic partnership, bolstering […]
