1X2 Network Entering US Via Michigan License, Bringing Crash Games to More Operators
Online casino players could soon have more options to play crash games as British iGaming supplier 1X2 Network announced it received a Michigan license. When 1X2 enters the US market, gamblers will be able to play content from 1X2 Networks’ studios, including: AD LUNAM Iron Dog Studio Prospect Gaming While not mentioned in the press […]
Opinion: Legal Chaos Looms as Feds Leave the Question of Bet Location to States
It’s looking like some key parts of the federal government want no hand in deciding the thorny legal question of where a bet takes place. The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit has expressed the opinion that it’s one state courts should decide. Meanwhile, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is preparing to release new […]
18 Is Old Enough to Pre-Register at Some Kentucky Sportsbooks
By law, Kentucky sportsbooks can only serve bettors aged 18 and older. So as pre-registration opened at 6 a.m. on Aug. 28 for the state’s eight legal online sports wagering operators, it became apparent that some sites would adhere to Kentucky’s law rather than the industry standard of 21-plus. Bet365 and DraftKings are sticking with […]
New Jersey Joins List of States With an Online Lottery in 2024
The New Jersey Lottery Commission (NJLC) has approved the sale of draw tickets online, joining a growing list of states to offer an iLottery. However, players in the state will have to wait until the fall of 2024 to play the online lottery housed by the state lottery website. Until then, they can buy tickets […]
Flutter Joins Group Aimed at Boosting Diversity and Inclusion
Global gaming giant Flutter has announced its membership in WiHTL, a “collaboration community devoted to increasing diversity and inclusion in the hospitality, travel, and leisure industry (HTL).” As part of the relationship, Flutter, the owner of brands including FanDuel and PokerStars, will sponsor WiHTL’s Women Non-Executive Director (NED) program. The unique program provides the skills, […]
Illinois Gaming Board Backtracks on Licensing of Mob-Connected Man
The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) plans to revoke the gambling license of a man with mob ties after a Chicago Sun-Times (CST) investigation published in May revealed the connection. When Bonus last covered Jeffrey Bertucci, we asked how a man with mob ties could receive a gambling license. While we suspected politics played a role, […]
Bally’s Temporary Casino in Downtown Chicago Likely to Open in Early September
Bally’s temporary casino in downtown Chicago could open within two weeks, pending approval from the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB). The Chicago Sun-Times has estimated Sep. 9 as the likely opening date, assuming a successful inspection of the Medinah Temple property by the regulator on Sep. 5. Other casinos in the state have typically opened within […]
Addabbo Remains Active With Gambling Advocacy, Hosting Problem Gambling Zoom on Sept. 13
New York State Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. will host a Zoom meeting to educate his constituents about problem gambling. The 7 to 8 p.m. meeting on Sept. 13 is presented by the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) and co-sponsored by Resorts World New York City. The gambling facility is located within the […]
Richmond Casino Vote Will Happen on Nov. 7, Judge Rules
A Richmond casino will be on the Nov. 7 ballot. On Aug. 23, a judge decided a legal challenge had no standing in the referendum filing. That means voters will decide whether One Casino and Resort becomes the state’s fifth retail casino, located on the city’s south side. William R. Marchant, chief judge of the Richmond City […]
Caesars Palace Unveils Customized Version of IGT’s Classic Cleopatra Slot
International Gaming Technology Plc (IGT) and Caesars Digital have announced the release of Caesars Cleopatra, a customized version of a classic slots title just for the new Caesars Palace Online Casino. The standalone casino and accompanying exclusive game are available to players in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Users will find Caesars Cleopatra […]
