Industry
January 27, 2023
MGM Resorts and NFLPA Ink Events and Hospitality Deal
As announced by the two companies, the deal will see them work on creating new activations featuring NFL stars and exciting fan experiences for NFL fans. MGM Resorts and the NFLPA Will Host Special Events Under the terms of the new multi-year partnership, the leading casino and hospitality company will work with the NFLPA on […]
Legal
January 27, 2023
Oklahoma Legislature to Consider New Sports Betting Bill
A new bill seeking the legalization of sports betting in Oklahoma has been filed and scheduled for its first reading on the first day of the new legislative session on February 6, 2023. Tiered Fee Structure House Bill HB1027 filed by Rep. Ken Luttrell was scheduled for its first reading on the first day of […]
Business
January 27, 2023
Acres Continues US Expansion Securing Approval in Three States
The company unveiled Thursday it secured approval for its cashless gaming technology from the Mississippi Gaming Commission, the Missouri Gaming Commission, as well as the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, which represent the gambling regulators in each of those states. As a result, the company’s solution by its Foundation casino technology expands further its reach. According […]
Poker
January 27, 2023
Professional Poker Player Sentenced to Probation in Michigan
On Thursday, the gambling regulator in the state, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), unveiled details regarding the recent sentencing. The regulator explained that Thatcher was sentenced to 12 months of probation on January 19, 2023. The penalty comes after the poker pro pleaded guilty early in December to one felony count for his participation […]
Casino
January 27, 2023
Butler National Selects Christopher Reedy as COO
The latest appointment announced Thursday comes amid an organizational structure change by the company. As a part of this change, Butler National Corporation established the role of COO. Besides being a leader in the aerospace and professional service industries, Butler National Corporation offers professional services for the growing gaming industry as well. In fact, the […]
Industry
January 27, 2023
PrizePicks Hires First CLO and Other Legal and Compliance Executives
The company has filled positions on its executive team and it has also hired its first chief legal officer (CLO). PrizePicks’ New CLO Jason Barclay Joins from Athletico Among the new employees is the appointment of Jason Barclay as the company’s first chief legal officer and head of public policy. Barclay has an extensive background […]
Legal
January 27, 2023
Kickapoo Tribe in Texas May Expand Gambling under New Proposal
A recent joint resolution proposes to enable the tribal organization to ink a gaming compact, enabling it to expand its offering while Texas lawmakers try to continue to explore options for additional gambling activities. The new proposal, backed by Sen. Roland Gutierrez and Rep. Eddie Morales seeks to enable the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas […]
Business
January 26, 2023
BetMGM Outperformed in 2022, Preliminary Results Show
The figures, published by Entain which co-owns the brand, are more or less in line with earlier estimates. BetMGM Results Exceed Expectations BetMGM’s revenue for the period was expected to sit at $1.3 billion. The actual number, however, sits more closely to $1.44 million, exceeding earlier expectations. The operator also posted same-state growth in net […]
Industry
January 26, 2023
Casinos in Illinois Enjoy Strong Results in December and 2022
The gambling regulator in Illinois, the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB), has announced the revenue results for casinos and video gaming terminals (VGTs) for December. Although the regulator released the data regarding VGTs and casino operators, a report for the sports wagering revenue in December is yet to be released. Judging by those figures, licensed casino […]
Industry
January 26, 2023
DraftKings Boosts Responsible Gaming Efforts via Gamres Deal
Announced Wednesday, the new deal will see DraftKings deliver Gamres’ Positive Play Scale for a number of its US customers. The Positive Play Scale is the first-of-its-kind standardized scale that can measure RG behaviors and beliefs among online customers. This collaboration further boosts DraftKings’ RG plan and efforts toward safer gambling. The Scale itself was […]
