Sports
October 6, 2023
New NFL Betting Policies Gain Praise from Nevada Representative
The National Football League (NFL) recently implemented revamped sports betting policies, eliciting praise from Congresswoman Dina Titus who had earlier raised concerns about the lack of clarity in the league’s protocols. NFL Introduces Stricter Measures for In-League Betting and Leniency for Non-NFL Wagers Following a series of gambling-related violations involving nearly a dozen players, the […]
Legal
October 6, 2023
Hidalgo County Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Gambling in Edcouch
Law enforcement authorities in Hidalgo County cracked down on illegal gambling activities once again, this time raiding the Tejano Treasures game room in Edcouch. Tejano Treasures Raid Leads to Arrests and Confiscation of Gaming Machines During the raid on October 4, deputies discovered a multitude of gaming machines at the Tejano Treasures establishment located at […]
Casino
October 6, 2023
Hard Rock’s Sports Betting Monopoly Could Limit Florida’s Revenue Potential
Florida’s mobile sports wagering market can become one of the largest in the United States. However, JMP Securities analyst Jordan Bender predicts limited competition could present unique challenges, damaging the sector’s profitability. Hard Rock International, the gaming arm of the Seminole Tribe, will have exclusive control over the state’s mobile sports wagering offerings, presenting substantial […]
Esports
October 6, 2023
Casino Esport Conference Arrives in Atlantic City in November
An interesting and much-anticipated event for the gaming and esports sector is scheduled to take place next month in Atlantic City, New Jersey. November 6 would mark the start of the Casino Esport Conference (CEC), a prestigious event that plans to bring together experts from the gambling, esports and technology verticals. The event, scheduled between […]
Lottery
October 5, 2023
Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.4bn after Wednesday’s Drawing
Played in nearly 50 US states and jurisdictions, Powerball is America’s favorite lottery. Drawings of the game occur on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. For more than 30 consecutive drawings, there has been no winner of the jackpot prize from Powerball. This enabled it to grow to the mind-blowing $1.4 billion for the upcoming drawing scheduled […]
Legal
October 5, 2023
Gentry Murder Case Remains Suspended as Defense Asks for Second Mental Evaluation
Martin Tavarez-Torres, accused of fatally shooting his coworker, Fidel Mercado Reyes, at La Huerta Mexican restaurant in Gentry, Arkansas, has been found fit to stand trial. Tavarez-Torres, aged 23, was charged with capital murder, and his defense lawyers have sought a second mental evaluation to determine whether he comprehended the criminality of his actions at […]
Business
October 5, 2023
RubyPlay Inks Deal with Yellow Social Interactive, Enters US
The innovative business-to-business (B2B) iGaming content developer, RubyPlay, announced a new important partnership Wednesday. The company confirmed it entered the United States for the first time, thanks to a new content distribution deal with the fast-growing social gaming operator, Yellow Social Interactive (YSI). In addition to entering the US, the latest collaboration marked an important […]
Sports
October 5, 2023
NCAA Supports Betting Legislation Changes across the US
Amid the growth and expansion of legal sports wagering across the United States, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) announced its intentions to support changes to betting legislation, seeking to ensure the integrity of its competitions. Besides strengthening integrity, the proposals seek to raise awareness of problem gambling and protect student-athletes from coercion or harassment. […]
Casino
October 5, 2023
New Jersey Casino Workers Optimistic About Smoke-Free Future
Lawmakers in New Jersey are considering a smoking ban in Atlantic City’s casinos, and casino employees are hopeful that this change could become a reality later this year. CEASE Advocates for Smoke-Free Casinos Across States Pete Naccarelli, a co-founder of CEASE, expressed confidence in the ongoing discussions with politicians in a statement for CDC Gaming […]
Sports
October 5, 2023
GAN Secures Conditional Nevada License Despite CEO Departure
The Nevada Gaming Commission tentatively approved a conditional two-year license for sports betting technology provider GAN Ltd., despite recent upheaval in its corporate hierarchy and strategic financial restructuring efforts. CEO Departure and Investor Scrutiny Spark Apprehension GAN, headquartered in Irvine, California, and with roots in Europe, has been facing scrutiny from investors, witnessing a sharp […]
