Gambling News - 'Usa'
Sports
October 4, 2023
Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Brent Primus Bellator 300 Odds, Time, and Prediction
A cousin of legendary Khabib, Usman Nurmagomedov is the reigning champion of the lightweight division in Bellator MMA. He won it against Patricky Pitbull in November 2022 and defended it for the first time in March 2023 against Benson Henderson. Now, he’ll try to defend it against Brent Primus, with whom he’ll lock horns at […]
Industry
October 4, 2023
NY Regulator Approves Fanatics as the Successor of PointsBet’s License
Earlier this year, Fanatics Betting and Gaming acquired PointsBet’s US assets as the latter company announced its exit from America. The latter company sold its US-facing business for $225 million, which it plans to use to fatten up its cash reserves and pay millions in capital returns to shareholders. In the meantime, Fanatics secured a […]
Industry
October 4, 2023
MGM Resorts Sponsors Las Vegas Pride Parade for 17th Consecutive Year
Leading global hospitality and entertainment company MGM Resorts proudly announced its continued support for the LGBTQ+ community by returning as the presenting sponsor of the annual Las Vegas Pride Parade. This iteration marks the 17th consecutive year of the operator sponsoring the event, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to promoting inclusivity and equality. The Company Has […]
Industry
October 4, 2023
PGCB Releases 2022–2023 Annual Report, Recording Significant Improvements
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) released its 2022-2023 Annual Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the region’s gambling sector. The regulator shared insights on more than just the industry’s financial contribution, highlighting the results of its child safety policies and successful diversity programs. These results reveal Pennsylvania’s gambling sector retains its potential for sustainable, […]
Business
October 4, 2023
Mkodo Provides Geolocation Services to the Arizona State Lottery
Mkodo, a Pollard Banknote-owned supplier of mobile and front-end technology, has made a foray into the United States thanks to a partnership with the Arizona State Lottery. Under the agreement, the former company will supply the lottery operator with its robust geolocation tool, GeoLocs. GeoLocs is a reliable geolocation service that Pollard Banknote and mkodo’s […]
Industry
October 4, 2023
Wondr Nation Launches Initiative to Advance Responsible Gaming Research
In a move to promote responsible gaming, Wondr Nation, the online gaming entertainment arm of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, has announced the establishment of the Wondr Nation Responsible and Sustainable Gaming Fund. UConn School of Medicine Awarded $250,000 Grant The University of Connecticut School of Medicine stands to benefit significantly from this venture, having […]
Business
October 4, 2023
Tommaso Di Chio Joins Strive Gaming as Chief Legal and Compliance Officer
The advanced platform provider that meets multi-state regulatory requirements across the United States and in Canada, Strive Gaming, announced an important senior-level appointment. Earlier this week, the company confirmed it strengthened its compliance and legal teams with the addition of Tommaso Di Chio. Joining the company, the seasoned expert with significant experience within the regulatory […]
Casino
October 4, 2023
New York State Races Against Time in Seneca Gaming Compact Negotiations
New York state officials find themselves under increasing pressure to secure a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation of Indians before the current agreement expires in less than 90 days. Concerns Mount Over Stalled Seneca Nation Gaming Talks State Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio, representing the 148th District of Western New York, expressed his growing […]
Poker
October 4, 2023
California Proposes Sweeping Changes to Cardroom Regulations
In a bid to settle a contentious and long-standing dispute between California Indian tribes and cardrooms, the California Bureau of Gambling Control (BGC) has introduced proposed regulations that could significantly alter the landscape of the state’s gambling industry. California Cardrooms to Undergo Major Changes as Blackjack Faces Ban Under the proposed rules, any form of […]
Industry
October 3, 2023
Taylor Swift’s Rumored Relationship with Travis Kelce Causes an Avalanche of Wagers
Celebrity singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has once again demonstrated her cultural influence by prompting an avalanche of wagers for Travis Kelce, whom she is rumored to date. Kelce is a National Football League star, currently playing as a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. According to wagering operators, bets on the player have more than […]