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Is 2023 the Financial Turning Point for Online Gambling Operators in the US?
The second quarter of 2023 was an important period for the young US online gambling industry, as many companies are reporting that their online operations turned profitable for the first time. For years, even the biggest operators had been outspending their revenues, creating impatience among investors and contributing to the slump most gaming stocks experienced […]
Wynn Resorts Announces Shutdown of WynnBet in Most States
On Aug. 11, Wynn Resorts announced what it calls a “reduction of markets” for its online gambling product WynnBet. What this means in practical terms is that the app is shutting down in most states it has been operating in. The list of states to be discontinued includes New Jersey and West Virginia. That will leave WynnBet […]
WynnBet’s Multi-State App Bound for New Jersey, Michigan, New York After Roll-Out in 6 States
WynnBet, luxury hospitality outfit Wynn Resort’s new multi-state online casino and sports betting app, will soon launch in New Jersey, Michigan, and New York. In the meantime, WynnBet’s replacement to its state-specific apps is available in six new states. According to Wynn, the app now gives players in Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Virginia […]
Hacksaw Gaming Makes a US Debut Via BetRivers In West Virginia
Malta-based Hacksaw Gaming has partnered with BetRivers Casino in West Virginia, becoming the latest European game developer to make its US debut. Hacksaw’s slots will be integrated into BetRivers’ portfolio through the Light & Wonder distribution network. West Virginia players can now play Hacksaw’s flagship product, Wanted Dead or a Wild. Other titles that will become […]
Maryland Lottery Partners with The Innovation Group On Maryland Online Casino Study
After efforts to legalize online casinos in Maryland stalled during the 2023 legislative season, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) has commissioned The Innovation Group (TIG) to conduct a study examining the potential expansion of gambling in the state. As part of Maryland’s 2024 state budget, Maryland’s General Assembly (MGA) directed MLGCA to […]
Security Researchers at IOActive Demonstrate Deckmate 2 Card Shuffler Vulnerabilities
No electronic system is ever completely impervious to attack, and security research firm IOActive has demonstrated that card shufflers commonly used in retail casinos and poker rooms are no exception. Inspired by the investigation into the Robbi Jade Lew cheating allegations, consultants Joseph Tartaro, Enrique Nissim, and Ethan Shackelfordattempted to compromise a Deckmate card-shuffling system. He presented his […]
FanDuel Adds DGC Games in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania
FanDuel Casino players in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania can now play slots from Digital Gaming Corporation (DGC). The two companies unveiled a partnership that will bring DGC titles to FanDuel. Players in the three states can now play titles like: Adventures of Doubloon Island Assassin Moon Gold Blitz HyperGold Kings of Crystals Mask of […]
DraftKings Forecasts $20M Revenue, $50M Costs for First Three Months in Kentucky
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins said the company has added Kentucky to its 2023 fiscal guidance and estimates that the state will generate $20 million in revenue for the year. During DraftKings’ Q2 earnings call, Robins said the state was not part of previous forecasts. That’s because the company anticipated a later launch date for Kentucky […]
Caesars Begins Rollout of New ‘Caesars Palace’ Casino-Only Online Brand
Caesars Entertainment announced the launch of its new Caesars Palace online casino brand during an investor presentation alongside the news that its online operations had turned profitable in Q2. Caesars Online Casino, a longstanding iGaming brand in the US, has quietly rebranded to Caesars Palace Casino in several states. More important than the new name, […]
Penn Breaks Ties With Portnoy & Barstool, Announces ESPN Bet Coming This Fall
The US sports betting industry is about to lose another brand, as Penn Entertainment has cut its ties with Barstool Sports and its controversial founder, Dave Portnoy. The number of products on the market will remain the same, as Penn announced a new deal to rebrand its Barstool Sportsbook product as ESPN Bet, starting this […]