Industry
February 21, 2022
AGA Wants Government Intervention for Offshore Gambling
Among issues confronting the US legal sports betting industry, particularly the web-based segment, is the test presented by offshore sportsbooks. The American Gaming Association (AGA) is calling for government intervention to target the unlicensed market. This segment, it asserts, is hindering the growth of the legal market. At the same time, while other countries are […]
Casino
February 21, 2022
More Lawmakers Join Push for Smoke-Free AC Casinos
Harmful air has no place in the work environment, whether this is an office or an Atlantic City casino. This is the case argued by a group of activists who have gained significant momentum in New Jersey and enjoy the backing of a string of lawmakers and state officials. The latest to join the anti-smoking […]
Casino
February 21, 2022
Hard Rock Gives Bonuses, CEO Talks about Competition Heating Up
The Hard Rock Casino brand continues to reap dividends with its workers as its Atlantic City chief executive, Joe Lupo, told more than 2,400 employees on Thursday that they would be receiving a $600 bonus. Celebrating Workers, Celebrating the Brand The bonus announcement came during the “Team Member Town Hall Meeting,” hosted to bring the […]
Casino
February 19, 2022
Lightning Box Continues US Expansion with Connecticut Launch
Lightning Box, an Australia-based iGaming game supplier, has expanded its presence in the United States by launching its Lightning Horseman slot game in Connecticut. The title is already enjoying success in the United States, making this launch an exciting development for Connecticut punters. Lightning Box Goes Live in Connecticut The Connecticut launch of Lightning Horseman […]
Industry
February 18, 2022
DraftKings’ Q4 Earnings Report Revealed Strong Growth YoY
DraftKings announced today its financial results for the three months ended December 31 and full-year 2021 report posting 47% quarterly growth year-over-year with Q4 revenue of $473 million, yet markets reacted by ditching its stock. Revenue Exceeding Expectations Revenue generated by DraftKings in the final three months of 2021 beat the market consensus of $439 […]
Industry
February 18, 2022
Racing Post Introduced Betting Shop Display Upgrade
Spotlight Sports Group is again making the headlines today after one of its assets, Racing Post, announced its interactive betting shop display has been transformed. All Data and Content on One Screen Racing Post is changing its betting shop display to offer a new and improved customer experience via a redeveloped and more intuitive interface […]
Business
February 18, 2022
IGT Expands Washington Foothold Through Kalispel Tribe Deal
International Game Technology, a producer of slot machines and gambling tech solutions, has inked a multi-year partnership with the Kalispel Tribal Economic Authority. IGT Will Power the Kalispel Casino Sportsbook The agreement will help IGT expand its reach and offer its sports betting solutions in Washington. As per the deal, IGT will support the opening […]
Sports
February 18, 2022
Majority of Super Bowl Bets Were Placed Illegally, DraftKings’ CEO States
The CEO of DraftKings, Jason Robins, has stated that even though the Super Bowl has shattered records in terms of wagering, a majority of the bets were conducted illegally. Although 30 states have legalized sports betting, Robins claims the three largest states in the US still consider betting to be an illegal activity in terms […]
Casino
February 18, 2022
Full House Resorts Appoints John Ferrucci as Its New VP and COO
Full House Resorts, the owner, leaser, developer, and operator of a large number of gaming facilities in the US has appointed John Ferrucci as the new company’s VP and chief operating officer. Ferrucci, who will continue to act as a general manager for Full House Resorts’ Silver Slipper Casino Hotel, is expected to help the […]
Casino
February 18, 2022
Casinos Can Help in the Battle against Human Trafficking, Annie Sovcik Says
Busing on the Lookout’s director, Annie Sovcik, has called for casino training programs in which staff will be able to recognize potential human trafficking. While addressing Las Vegas’ World Game Protection Conference, Sovcik noted that casinos are one of the prime destinations for sex trafficking. 400 Children Are Taken into Prostitution in Las Vegas Each […]