Esports
February 9, 2021
EEG Set to Become First Esports-Focused Sportsbook in US through New Jersey
New Jersey will soon welcome Esports Entertainment Group, which will run the Garden State’s first dedicated esports-focused sportsbook. EEG Draws Closer to New Jersey Launch with DGE License Pending Esports Entertainment Group (EEG) is making a strong push in New Jersey, seeking a license from the state Division of Gaming Enforcement. With the Garden State […]
Casino
February 6, 2021
Rush Street Brings Pariplay Ltd. IGaming Content to U.S. Market
Pariplay Ltd., an iGaming company and part of Aspire Global Group, is partnering up with Rush Street Interactive (RSI), a leading online casino operator in the United States, to bring its suite of online casino games to the U.S. market for the first time. Pariplay’s Selection Games Come to New Jersey with RSI’ The deal […]
Casino
February 6, 2021
GiG to Power PlayStar Casino in New Jersey in Q4 2021
GiG will be the official technology partner for PlayStar’s upcoming online casino in New Jersey, which will launch in the fourth quarter of 2021. PlayStar Casino to Launch Powered by GiG’s Platform The PlayStar Casino brand continues to prepare for its debut in the United States, teaming up with the Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) to […]
Casino
February 5, 2021
NJ Boosts Casino Capacity to 35%, Lifts Curfew for Super Bowl
Gov. Phil Murphy of New Jersey has issued a new executive order suspending curfew for entertainment venues, including casinos, and raising capacity to 35%. Entertainment Businesses Get a Break with New Executive Order New Jersey is preparing for Super Bowl weekend with Gov. Phil Murphy giving a go-ahead of boosting bars and restaurants capacity to […]
Casino
February 2, 2021
PlayStar Casino Inks Partnership with Ocean Casino Resort
Ocean Casino Resort and the online casino brand PlayStar Casino entered into a multi-year partnership today. With plans to debut in the second half of the year, the online brand is awaiting approval from the Division of Gaming Enforcement in New Jersey. PlayStar Casino and Ocean Casino Resort Ink Multi-Year Partnership Online casino brand PlayStar […]
Industry
January 29, 2021
US Gambling Industry Demands Additional Financial Aid
AGA President Bill Miller forecasts the gambling industry will do better in 2021 and would like more aid from the US to pick up the speed. Industry Expected to Do Well This Year, AGA President Says The US gambling industry is in desperate need of additional financial aid, as it tries to recover from the […]
Business
January 19, 2021
888 Cements Online Poker Position by Extending Caesars Deal
Gibraltar-based gambling group 888 Holdings announced Tuesday its existing exclusive poker partnership deal with US casino operator Caesars Entertainment was extended, to see the online gaming operator continue to power the digital poker platform of Caesars, including online poker rooms utilized by the World Series of Poker (WSOP) brand. Shared Poker Player Liquidity The multi-year […]
Business
January 19, 2021
Imploding Trump Plaza for Charity Auction Cancelled
The charity event aiming at auctioning the rights to demolish Trump Plaza in Atlantic City and using the raised money to fund the Boys and Girls Club was canceled due to safety concerns. Speaking with the Associated Press, Trump Plaza’s owner Carl Icahn revealed that his philanthropic arm will be donating $175,000 to the Boys […]
Business
January 15, 2021
PlayUp and New Jersey Devils Strike Multi-Year Agreement
PlayUp signed a multi-year agreement with the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center on Friday, becoming the team’s presenting partner. Presenting Partner Australian-owned iGaming and technology provider PlayUp signed a multi-year deal with the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center this Friday. The Devils became the first US professional sports team partner of the online […]
Industry
January 14, 2021
New Jersey Posts $996M in Sports Betting Handle in December
New Jersey’s sports betting results for December 2020 have come close to $1 billion in total sports wagers, with January, February and March proving even more exciting months for the Garden State. Sports Handle in New Jersey Just Shy of $1bn in December New Jersey has posted another record-high month, with sports betting handle climbing […]