Legal
May 3, 2021
CT Poker Pro Guy Smith Sentenced to Prison over Tax Evasion
US District Judge Michael P. Shea in Hartford, Connecticut sentenced Guy Smith, a professional poker player and business owner from Shelton, to 14 months in prison over tax evasion. According to an investigation of the IRS, Smith failed to report taxes for 5 years from 2012 through 2016. Professional Poker Player, Guy Smith, Sentenced to […]
Legal
April 27, 2021
CTC: 15 Companies Willing to Become Sports Betting Providers
The Connecticut Lottery Commission (CLC) received 15 responses to its Request for Qualification (RFQ) as companies came forward to express interest related to the state’s sports wagering and online betting. CTC Needs Partners Seeking qualified and experienced operators to provide solutions for the online and retail sports wagering systems and services, the CTC issued the […]
Sports
April 23, 2021
Ex-Mafia Member Opposed to Connecticut Gambling Expansion
Michael Franzese has turned into a Mafia rank-and-file to a proponent of responsible gambling and an advocate against gambling expansion that could endanger people’s livelihoods. From Mafia Match-Fixer to Do-Gooder As Connecticut has now explored its options to legalize mobile betting and gambling in collaboration with state tribes, some skepticism persists whether regulation can fully […]
Legal
March 26, 2021
Legal Sports Wagering in Connecticut Progresses Forward
After Governor Ned Lamont inked agreements with the Mohegan and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, now the next step is the approval of the bill, which proposes the legalization of sports wagering in Connecticut. Connecticut Gets Closer to Legalizing Sports Wagering Sports wagering legalization moves forward in Connecticut. Earlier this month, Governor Ned Lamont inked an agreement […]
Legal
March 20, 2021
Connecticut and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe Reach an Agreement
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe have reached an agreement on the amendments for the tribe’s gaming compact, setting the ball rolling for sports betting and online gaming in the state. Connecticut and the Tribal Nations Have an Agreement The Mashantucket Pequot Tribe and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont have reached an agreement. The new compact deal […]
Casino
March 19, 2021
Foxwoods Casino Appoints Jason Guyot as New CEO
Jason Guyot has been appointed as the new president and chief executive officer of Foxwoods Resort Casino. Foxwoods Casino reopened after months of lockdown and hardships and came up on top, winning the USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Jason Guyot Steps in as new Foxwoods CEO After acting as interim chief executive since […]
Legal
March 4, 2021
Eastern Connecticut Cannot Accept a Tribe Left Out of the Game
Eastern Connecticut lawmakers “cannot accept” a gambling deal between Gov. Ned Lamont and the Mohegan Tribe, which leaves out the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. Lawmakers Want Both Tribes to Come to Agreement On Tuesday, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced that his administration made a deal with the Mohegan Tribe that could result in the legalization of online gambling and sports […]
Legal
March 3, 2021
Gov. Lamont, Mohegan Tribe Agree on iGaming and Sports Betting
The Mohegan Tribe in Connecticut and Governor Ned Lamont have reached an agreement that would allow sports betting and online gaming. Announced on Monday this week, the new agreement is expected to raise millions of dollars boosting the state’s economy and budget. Gov. Lamont Reaches Agreement with the Mohegan Tribe The Mohegan Tribe and the […]
Casino
March 1, 2021
Mohegan Sun Helps Connecticut with COVID-19 Vaccination Site
To help Connecticut fight off COVID-19, the Mohegan Tribe opened a community vaccination site. Since its opening in mid-February until last week, approximately1,200 have been vaccinated. Approximately 1,200 People Have Been Vaccinated at Mohegan’s Site The Mohegan Tribe in Connecticut has been eager to help local authorities fight off the pandemic since its start in […]
Legal
February 7, 2021
Upcoming Gaming Expansion in Connecticut May Fund PACT
Gaming expansion in Connecticut may help fund the state’s program that allows students to attend community college without incurring debt, a press conference with a group of state legislators Monday morning revealed. Gaming Expansion on the Cards Last month, following a statement of support from Gov. Ned Lamont, lawmakers in the state put forth SB146, […]