‘Nobody Has a Leg Up’ in Pursuit of 3 New York Retail Casino Licenses
Because of the interest in three New York retail casino licenses, “the media” is spreading false information. So says Brian O’Dwyer, the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) chairman. “Nobody has a leg up,” he said on June 26 during a commission meeting. O’Dwyer added: This commission has conducted this process with transparency and fairness. […]
DC’s Controversial Intralot Contract May Be Close to Falling Apart
Tensions between Washington DC regulators and the District’s lottery and sportsbook provider, Intralot, are reportedly heating up as regulators accuse the operator of failing to meet the terms of its contract to run DC’s sports wagering market. Intralot initially cast aspersions toward one of GambetDC’s vendors, Veterans Service Corporation (VSC), in response, alleging that the […]
True to Form, Addabbo Pledges to Fight for New York Legal Online Casino Gambling in 2024
New York State Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. renewed his annual vow to fight for legal online casino gambling in 2024. The chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Racing, Gaming, and Wagering emailed Bonus an announcement saying so on June 22. Addabbo, D-Ozone Park, had his press secretary email Bonus on Thursday: Next year, […]
Rhode Island Quietly Adds Legal Online Casino Gambling
Rhode Island quietly became the seventh state with legal online casino gambling. On June 20, Gov. Dan McKee signed the iGaming bill into law. SB948 permits online slots and table games to launch as early as March 1. The only evidence that “Little Rhody” added legal online casino gambling on Tuesday showed up on the Rhode […]
Gambling-Friendly Streaming Site Kick Scores Win as Celebrities xQc & Amouranth Move From Twitch
Kick battle with rival Twitch is in full swing as the former’s lenient attitude towards gambling and other content has helped the platform sign multimillion-dollar contracts with top streaming celebrities like xQc and Amouranth. Unfortunately, Kick’s policies have also resulted in regulatory difficulties. Gambling streams on Kick have reportedly been banned in Greece. Previously, the […]
Seneca Nation Eyes a Rochester Casino, Much to the Surprise of Local Leaders
A controversy is brewing in upstate New York because the Seneca Nation of Indians plans a Rochester casino, surprising local leaders. The news about a potential casino came just days after the tribe agreed in principle to a 20-year compact with the state. It seems that part of the negotiations could’ve included a new casino. […]
New York Problem Gambling Advisory Council Stalls in Assembly, Likely Dead for 2023
A bill in New York that aimed to establish a Problem Gambling Advisory Council (PGAC) has stalled in the state Assembly after being approved by the state Senate. The bill’s future is now uncertain, but it’s likely dead. Although the state Legislature may reconvene in the summer to address pending matters, it is unclear if […]
Connecticut Online Casinos Exceed Expectations, Hitting 57% Annual Revenue Growth in May
Connecticut is now the fastest-growing online casino market in the US, reaching a 57% annual growth rate in May. Until now, West Virginia has been the state known for its small population but explosive iGaming growth rate, but it is finally showing signs of slowing down. It and Michigan both experienced the worst monthly drop in daily average […]
New Jersey Introduces a Responsible Gaming Coordinator and New Tools to Help Problem Gambling
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) Director David Rebuck introduced two new tools to support individuals with gambling problems in the state. These tools include a dedicated hotline and a virtual self-exclusion option from gambling activities. Those who want to exclude themselves from gambling can contact the DGE […]
Kentucky Sports Betting Regulations May Be Approved by ‘Early July’
Kentucky sports betting regulations may be approved in “early July.” So says Jonathan Rabinowitz, chairman of the regulatory body, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC). That will be a special commission meeting, as its regularly scheduled gathering isn’t until Aug. 15. While that doesn’t contradict Gov. Andy Beshear’s recent statement that sports betting will launch […]
