Poker
December 12, 2022
PokerStars Launching Shared Pools in Michigan, New Jersey
A couple of days of server maintenance might be a small price to pay for players across New Jersey and Michigan, as something big might be on the horizon very soon. Although there hasn’t been an announcement, shared liquidity is all but officially coming. PokerStars First MSIGA Operator in Michigan On December 9, PokerStars announced […]
Legal
December 9, 2022
South Carolina Illegal Gambling Organization Sentenced in Court
The US Attorney’s Office of the District of South Carolina said in a press release that the illegal gambling organization uncovered by the joint investigation between Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) was sentenced in court. Selling Unlicensed Gambling Machines Bubba Technology Group, LLC, operating as an illegal gambling […]
Legal
December 9, 2022
Largest US Cockfighting Operation Dismantled, Members Sentenced
Seven members of an Alabama family were sentenced for their participation in a massive cockfighting operation. Besides participating in a large-scale cock fighting operation, the family members had established fighting-bird breeding businesses and operated an illegal gambling business. Due to the unusual cruelty of the nature of the business operation, the Department of Justice (DOJ) […]
Sports
December 9, 2022
Jack Entertainment Introduces Ad in Ohio Ahead of Betting Launch
Ahead of the upcoming launch of sports betting in Ohio, Jack Entertainment announced Friday it released a new advertising campaign. Jack Entertainment Unveils Its an Ohio Thing The company unveiled “It’s an Ohio Thing,” a new commercial that features three sports legends in the state. With the new campaign, Jack Entertainment reaffirms its in-depth knowledge […]
Casino
December 9, 2022
Pennsylvania Online Gambling Market Ready to Introduce 2FA Ahead of 2023
Pennsylvania is getting ready to join the New Jersey and Ontario online gambling markets and introduce two-factor authentication (2FA) as a mandatory enhanced security method. The new changes need to be implemented by all operators by December 31. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) originally informed licensed operators about the upcoming move in June, giving […]
Casino
December 9, 2022
Hard Rock Confirms No Plans to Close The Mirage Currently
The leading globally recognized entertainment and hospitality company, Hard Rock International (HRI), made an important step toward acquiring the iconic hotel and casino The Mirage from MGM Resorts International earlier this week. This happened after the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), the regulator in the state, issued a recommendation for the acquisition of the property. […]
Casino
December 9, 2022
Kinectify Joins Caesars Southern Indiana to Strengthen Due Diligence
Kinectify has teamed up with Caesars Southern Indiana and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to bring its anti-money laundering solutions to both organizations’ gaming operations. The company offers advanced compliance software and advisory software, helping guide operations for companies. Kinectify Enhances Caesars Southern Indiana’s AML Capabilities Caesars Southern Indiana is confident that Kinectify’s AML […]
Legal
December 9, 2022
Catawba Two Kings Casino in Legal Hot Water with NIGC
The Catawba Two Kings Casino is in hot water with the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), the tribal gaming regulator in the United States, over alleged breaches of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA). The property, which is owned by the Catawba Indian Nation, may face a serious fine or be shut down altogether due […]
Industry
December 9, 2022
Illinois Sportsbooks Enjoy Strong October with $1bn Handle
October was a strong month for sportsbooks in Illinois, judging by details released by the gambling regulator in the state, the Illinois Gaming Board. The Board’s latest report reveals that legal sportsbook operators reported $102 million in revenue after seeing a staggering $1 billion in betting handle for October. Betting Handle Surpasses $1 Billion in […]
Legal
December 9, 2022
Sports Betting Legalization Gains Traction in Vermont
Back in 2018, the US Supreme Court ruled against PASPA, which allowed sports betting to continuously expand to new states. By now, there are just above a dozen US states that are yet to legalize and launch the activity. One such state is Vermont. To help with the legalization and the establishment of a regulatory […]
