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New York Bill to Ban Online Sweepstakes Hits Governor’s Desk
New York may soon ban sweepstakes casinos, with steep fines and criminal charges on deck. One signature from Hochul could seal the deal.
Maine Online Casino Bill Clears Senate, But Legal iGaming Still a Long Way Off
Maine’s online casino bill, LD 1164, advances with tribal exclusivity. Here’s what it means for players, sweepstakes sites, and the state’s gambling future.
Massachusetts Online Casino Hearings Set for June 23: Lawmakers Eye Legal iGaming
Massachusetts lawmakers are finally taking online casinos seriously. On June 23, they’ll debate bills to legalize iGaming, grant licenses, and set a 20% tax rate—just as pressure builds from neighboring states. Here’s what’s at stake and who’s pushing back.
Richard Bland College Launches Dealer Institute For Petersburg Casino Jobs
Richard Bland College (RBC) has unveiled the highly anticipated class schedule for its new Dealer Institute, a pivotal initiative designed to train the future workforce for the new “Live! Casino & Hotel” in Petersburg, VA. This comprehensive program aims to equip local residents with the skills necessary to pursue lucrative careers in the rapidly expanding […]
High 5 Games Regains Connecticut B2B License, Affirms Commitment to Sweepstakes Model
High 5 Games — a leading operator in the U.S. gaming industry — announced today the reinstatement of its gaming license in Connecticut following a comprehensive regulatory review by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). This development underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to full cooperation, player safety, and regulatory transparency across all its operational […]
PENN Institutional Investor Accuses Board of Destroying Value, Disenfranchising Shareholders
PENN Entertainment shareholder HG Vora Capital Management has issued a public letter to fellow shareholders and a proxy statement encouraging them to vote for its board picks. The firm, which owns about 4.8% of PENN stock, has criticized the company’s leadership. HG Vora nominated three independent directors in advance of the upcoming annual meeting for PENN […]
High-Precision Geolocation Could Unlock New Possibilities for Responsible Gambling: XPoint CEO
As the gambling industry evolves and grows, its commitment to responsible gambling is increasingly important. Geolocation technology—which, first and foremost, ensures jurisdictional compliance—is emerging as a vital responsible gambling tool beyond its traditional uses. Typically, operators rely on geo-tracking to enforce regulatory compliance by using player geolocation data to ensure play happens within a legal jurisdiction. […]
Play’n GO Takes a Hard Line Against Sweepstakes Casinos, Rules Out Future Partnerships
Play’n GO says it will never offer games through sweepstakes casinos, and believes that competitors who do will face regulatory consequences.
FanDuel Casino Removes Huff N’Even More Puff Citing Unspecified ‘Concerns’ After User Reports Bug
Light & Wonder’s Huff N’Even More Puff is temporarily off the market, the second of its flagship slots to get pulled in less than a year.
Bet365 Reportedly Considering US Sale or Public Offering. What Might That Mean for US Players?
Bet365’s owner, the Coates family, is reportedly considering a full or partial sale of their gambling empire, worth as much as $12 billion.
