Legal
March 9, 2021
Alabama Sen. Del Marsh Faces a Lawsuit over Gambling Bill
A lawsuit accusing Sen. Del Marsh of bribery and receiving money from Poarch Band of Creek Indians, related to his gambling bill, was filed on Monday. Sen. Del Marsh and Poarch Band of Creek Indians Deny All Accusations According to the accusations, Senate Bill 2014, proposed and sponsored by Sen. Del Marsh, would create an illegal monopoly. […]
Industry
March 9, 2021
MGM Resorts and BetMGM Raise Awareness of Problem Gambling
MGM Resorts and BetMGM will work with the National Council on Problem Gambling to educate workers and customers on responsible gambling and gambling addiction. MGM Resorts and BetMGM Join Forces With NCPG US-based casino and hospitality company MGM Resorts and its online sports betting venture BetMGM have joined forces with the National Council on Problem […]
Business
March 9, 2021
FanDuel, Boyd Gaming to Launch Stardust Casino in New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Boyd Gaming Corporation and FanDuel Group have plans to resurrect the famous Las Vegas Strip resort Stardust in a real-money online casino brand. Expected Stardust Casino Launch Is Currently Set for April FanDuel and Boyd Gaming Corporation announced their plans to launch a shared venture with the Stardust-branded online casino in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The duo expects to launch […]
Legal
March 8, 2021
Recent Poll: Texas Residents Support Gambling Expansion
Residents in Texas support gambling expansion in the state, a recent poll conducted by The Dallas Morning News and the University of Texas confirmed. Despite this, lawmakers are far from subjecting the issue to a referendum vote. Texans Like to Gamble The poll revealed 57% will support a decision to allow casino gambling in the […]
Industry
March 8, 2021
EPIC Risk Management Adds Michael V. Huber to US Team
EPIC Risk Management has added coach and mentor Michael V. Huber to its US operation, just ahead of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Raising Awareness and Helping Others In a statement released Friday, EPIC Risk Management welcomed Michael V. Huber as its Advisory on US Operations. Huber brings his lived experience with problem gambling to the […]
Industry
March 8, 2021
FanDuel Joins AGA’s Responsible Betting Campaign
FanDuel has committed substantial resources to the American Gaming Association’s “Have a Game Plan” campaign, which aims to promote responsible betting and raise awareness of problem gambling. FanDuel Commits to Responsible Gambling Campaign Today, US-based online gambling market leader FanDuel became the first mobile sportsbook operator to join the American Gaming Association’s (AGA) “Have A […]
Industry
March 8, 2021
Online Registration Boosts Sports Betting in Iowa
Iowa’s sports betting handle in February amounts to $143.6 million boosted by the removal of in-person registration rules and the approval of three skins for casinos. February Sports Betting Decreases Slightly Iowa has hit a third consecutive month of nine-figure wagers, the latest data from Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission reveals. According to the report, […]
Legal
March 8, 2021
Historical Horse Racing Bill Could “Poison” Gaming Compact
Tribes could oppose a historical horse racing wagering bill that aims to modernize the industry with off-track betting parlors and machines that resemble slots. Historical Horse Racing Could Help Modernize Industry in Arizona As Gov. Doug Ducey pushes for legislation that would allow sports betting in Arizona, tribes are very likely to oppose any bill that surrenders […]
Legal
March 8, 2021
Massachusetts Lawmakers Discuss Sports Betting Legalization
Massachusetts’ lawmakers are still considering the legalization of sports betting in the state. Although several bills propose the expansion of gambling, the state’s legislature is yet to initiate the legalization of sports wagering. Debate on Sports Wagering Legalization in Massachusetts Continues Although many US states have undertaken steps to expand gambling to include sports betting, […]
Casino
March 8, 2021
PlayStar Brings ex-Catena Per Hellberg as CEO ahead of US Launch
A new player on the online casino field, PlayStar, is getting ready to launch its services on the New Jersey market sometime this year. The company will put its faith in long-time industry expert Per Hellberg to lead the brand to success. PlayStar Appoints Hellberg as Chief Executive Officer PlayStar is bringing a long-time gaming industry […]