Industry
March 22, 2023
Massachusetts Introduces Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program
Massachusetts recently launched its own sports betting market. Retail wagering went live on January 31, followed by an online launch on March 10. As interest in sports bets grows, the state introduced a self-exclusion program for people who wish to shield themselves from gambling. The so-called Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (VSE) is a statewide program that […]
Industry
January 25, 2023
Massachusetts’ Gambling Commission Votes in Favor of Extra Betting Markets
The launch of Massachusetts’ sports betting market is around the corner. Authorities in the Bay State used the last few days to discuss what activities should people be allowed to wager on. The list contains some surprising entries. MA Punters Will Be Able to Bet on Drafts and Award Events The Massachusetts Gaming Commission approved […]
Sports
January 23, 2023
Final Preparations Underway for Massachusetts’ Sports Betting Launch
Retail sports betting will initially launch with three casinos, which are frantically preparing to accommodate the expected rush of customers. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is confident that the launch will be successful and is well underway with final checks and verifications. While online sports betting fans will need to wait a few more months, […]
Industry
January 13, 2023
Fanatics Suitable for Category 3 License in Massachusetts
Just last week, Fanatics Holding reinstated its big plans to bring its sports betting platform to several states in the US during the first quarter of 2023. The parent company of Fanatics Betting and Gaming (FBG), Fanatics Commerce, and Fanatics Collectibles expressed its goals during a meeting it held with the Massachusetts regulator for gambling, […]
Industry
January 13, 2023
Massachusetts Looks into Tough Restrictions on Gambling Ads
As reported by Legal Sports Report, the gambling regulator in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, considered Thursday proposal for tough advertising regulations in the state. MGC Reportedly Considers Restrictions for Betting Ads The discussion comes ahead of the planned launch of retail sports wagering set for the end of this month. One proposal, which seems […]
Business
January 11, 2023
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Weighs Betr License Suitability
Betr, a gambling venture backed by the famous boxer and social media star Jake Paul, was one of the operators that were reviewed by the gambling regulator in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC). The Regulator in Massachusetts Probes Betr A recent report released by Sports Handle revealed that Betr made an important step forward […]
Casino
December 8, 2022
Penn’s Massachusetts License Uncertain Due to Responsible Gaming Concerns
Penn Entertainment, the newest owner of Barstool sportsbook, encountered difficulties during the license application process for its Plainridge Park Casino venue in Massachusetts. The state’s gambling commission conducted a thorough investigation sparked by a series of controversies connected to the operator. While the group was supposed to reach a consensus during its latest meeting, members […]
Casino
October 19, 2022
GGR for Massachusetts Casinos Hits $94M in September
The gambling regulator in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), released its latest report outlining the gambling revenue figures reported by licensed operators for September. Gambling Regulator in Massachusetts Reveals September Figures On Monday, the MGC revealed that the three venues, MGM Springfield, Encore Boston Harbor and Plainridge Park Casino, generated approximately $94 million in […]
Casino
September 16, 2022
Massachusetts Casinos GGR in August Hits $92M, Same as 2021
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), the gambling regulator in the state, announced that the gaming revenue reported by licensed operators last month hit $92 million. GGR for Massachusetts’ Three Gambling Venues Hits $92M On Thursday, the MGC released its latest report outlining the financial performance of the state’s three licensed casinos, Plainridge Park Casino, MGM […]
Casino
August 16, 2022
Casinos in Massachusetts Report $99M in GGR for July
The gambling regulator in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), released the latest results outlining the gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the state’s three casinos in July. Encore, MGM and Plainridge Hit $99 Million in GGR Last Month July was a good month for Plainridge Park Casino, Encore Boston Harbor, and MGM Springfield, which cumulatively […]
