Legal
March 20, 2023
Another Attempt at Sports Betting Legalization in Georgia
An amendment to a bill in Georgia is bringing the topic of sports betting legalization in the state back to the table and will need no amendment to the state constitution. Unclear Chances of Success The legalization of sports betting was piggybacked on House Bill 237 by the Senate Economic Development and Tourism Committee on […]
Legal
March 3, 2023
Georgia Senate Says “No” to Gambling Bill 57 with 37 Votes Against
As usual, at the start of the year, the newly opened legislative session in Georgia was expected to witness new attempts to legalize sports betting in the state, in spite of the ongoing opposition of anti-gambling groups. Accordingly, in mid-February, Senate Bill 57 was brought up for discussion by Sen. Billy Hickman. As anticipated by […]
Legal
February 15, 2023
Georgia Lawmakers Continue to Push for Sports Betting Legalization
Georgia is one of the eight US states that is currently trying to legalize sports betting. The statewide expansion of the activity began with the US Supreme Court striking down PASPA back in 2018. Since then, 34 US states have legalized and launched some form of sports betting, while three states have legalized wagering but […]
Legal
January 19, 2023
No Constitutional Changes Needed for Betting in Georgia
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Melton’s opinion is that the legalization of sports betting in the state should be viewed as an expansion of the lottery. Georgia Politicians Push for the Legalization of Sports Betting Recently, there has been an increased push to pass legislation through the General Assembly, with the Metro Atlanta Chamber requesting Melton’s […]
Legal
January 9, 2023
Georgia to Retry Sports Betting Legalization
Georgia’s failed bid to legalize sports betting in 2022 did not discourage gambling proponents. Despite the disgruntlement of anti-gambling groups, many believe that the introduction of the vertical would benefit the economy. Georgia Failed to Legalize Sports Betting in 2022 Georgia is a state with decades of traditions in sports. However, wagering on sports continues […]
Industry
October 26, 2022
Georgia Poll Suggests Insufficient Support for Sports Wagering
Georgia is one of the US states that is still to legalize online sports betting and casinos and the results of a recent poll suggested the measure would likely not gain the votes if it is to be on the 2023 ballot. Sports Betting in the Balance The poll from the School of Public and […]
Lottery
October 12, 2022
NeoPollard Strikes Content Partnership with Georgia Lottery
NeoPollard Interactive has signed a new agreement with the Georgia Lottery and the company will deliver dedicated game content to the operator. To this end, the company will use its remote gaming server. The partnership was immediately welcomed by both entities, outlining the potential of the partnership in a press release. NeoPollard Backs Georgia Lottery […]
Legal
August 11, 2022
Georgia’s Democrat Gov Candidate Supports Gambling
Stacey Abrams, Democratic candidate for governor in Georgia, said she would support education and gambling if she is elected. Abrams plans to provide successful students with more opportunities and to fight for the legalization of gambling in the state. Abrams Plans to Use Gambling Tax Money to Fuel Education The Democrat nominee explained her goal […]
Casino
August 9, 2022
PopOK Gaming Enters Georgia, Receives iGaming Certification
The fast-growing iGaming content developer, PopOK Gaming, announced it received a certificate in Georgia. PopOK Gaming Receives Certificate in Georgia The announcement came Monday and sees the game developer offer local players access to already popular games. Such content includes proven hits such as Lost Treasure, Diamond Flash, Yummy, 20 Hot Bar, Los Apaches, Sultan’s […]
Business
July 15, 2022
On Air Entertainment to Open a New Studio in Tbilisi, Georgia
On Air Entertainment, a world-renowned live casino content provider has been working hard to establish a new live casino base in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. This development is the latest milestone in the provider’s quest to expand its global presence. Blackjack and Roulette Games Will Be Featured and the Studio Will Have Four Floors […]