Casino
October 20, 2022
Caesars and SL Green Ready for a Times Square Casino
Nasdaq-listed casino-entertainment giant Caesars Entertainment has joined hands with Manhattan’s biggest office landlord and fully-integrated real estate investment trust SL Green Realty Corp for a new casino in Times Square. The duo anticipates that billions in tax revenue would be generated by the resort that is meant to become a premiere entertainment destination. The Resort […]
Industry
October 15, 2022
Lawsuit Filed against FanDuel by Eccles and Others Dismissed
A case in New York brought against sports betting and fantasy sports operator FanDuel by its co-founder and first CEO Nigel Eccles, early investors and employees was dismissed Thursday, reported Bloomberg. ‘Sweeping Victory’ for FanDuel and Its Board The New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division dismissed Eccles v. Shamrock Capital Advisors LLC, ruling that […]
Sports
October 14, 2022
XB Net Adds Yonkers Raceway Harness Racing
XB Net, a leading North American racing content supplier, has added harness racing from the Yonkers Raceway to its offerings. This move will enhance XB Net’s portfolio and help the company deliver more value to its partnering operators. XB Net Adds Yonkers Raceway Harness Racing Content Yonkers Raceway is a big venue that hosts three […]
Industry
October 10, 2022
Mobile Sports Betting Handle in New York Hits $1.3B in September
After a slow summer with betting handles below $1 billion in New York, September marked a strong month for licensed mobile sports betting operators in the state, judging by data released by the gambling regulator in the state. NY Sports Betting Handle Goes above $1B Again The New York Gaming Commission, the regulator in the state, has announced […]
Industry
October 7, 2022
Continent 8 Technologies Names Koh as CCO
Global managed hosting, connectivity and security provider Continent 8 Technologies, has reinforced its commercial team by appointing Brian B. Koh as its new CCO. Koh brings years of experience to the company and will be a great addition to its team. Continent 8 Technologies Adds Koh as CCO Koh will join Continent 8 Technologies as […]
Lottery
October 5, 2022
Jackpocket Named NY Islanders’ Home Helmet Partner
Jackpocket, an app that allows users to buy tickets for various lottery games, has expanded its partnership agreement with the New York Islanders, a famous National Hockey League (NHL) team. As per the deal, the lottery app will become the franchise’s official home helmet partner. Jackpocket Named NY Islanders’ Home Helmet Sponsor The New York […]
Industry
October 4, 2022
Four US States, including New York, May Be the Next to Introduce iGaming
There is a buzz across the gambling industry with experts, government officials, and gambling operators saying that iGaming is very likely to be introduced in more US states. Speculations float around that Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and New York will be the first in line to do so. Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and New York Could Soon […]
Casino
September 16, 2022
Related Companies to Build a Casino With Wynn Resorts in Hudson Yards
Related Companies, a real estate giant, has announced that it will be pursuing a casino license in a joint venture with Wynn Resorts. The casino license that both parties want to gain will be for a casino on the western half of the Hudson Yards. Developing the Western Point of the Yards Is a Priority […]
Casino
September 15, 2022
Illegal Gambling Scheme Involving the Mafia Busted in New York
The New York City Police Department busted an illegal gambling scheme allegedly connected to one of New York’s notorious mafia families. Six people have been arrested and charged with running illegal gambling operations, racketeering, and money laundering. The Illegal Gambling Scheme Brought Profits of Millions of Dollars The FBI in collaboration with the New […]
Sports
September 6, 2022
New York Passes $10B Sports Betting Handle Since January Market Launch
The New York State Gaming Commission has released its sports betting financial report for the week ending on August 28, which showed the sports wagering handle decreased for the first time since the middle of July. However, the state also passed a major sports betting handle milestone. New York State’s Sports Wagering Handle Passes the […]