California Prop 26 Controversy is Reminiscent of Failed Attempts to Legalize Online Poker
On November 8, Californians will vote on two key ballot measures. Each of these seeks to legalize sports betting. However, they also have the potential to impact the broader gaming industry in the state. Proposition 26 would legalize sports betting at American Indian gaming casinos and licensed racetracks in the state. Proposition 27 would allow […]
Nevada to Bally’s: New Jersey Standards for Gray Markets Won’t Be Good Enough Here
Bally’s Corporation appeared before the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) at a meeting yesterday. It was seeking approval to formally take over operations at the Tropicana, which it purchased last year, and to add a racebook and sports pool. The commissioners granted their unanimous approval to the company. It became clear at the meeting that Bally’s plans extensive upgrades to the […]
Acres Cites Its Cashless Retail Slots Innovations in Plans for 2023 IPO
Cashless slots for retail casinos are a hot topic in the industry. More than 26,000 retail casino slot machines can already accept payments directly from mobile devices thanks to its Foundation tech, according to Acres Manufacturing. That tech is in such demand that Acres is considering whether 2023 could be an opportune moment for an […]
Three States in a Dead Heat for Gross Online Gambling Revenue in August
The NFL preseason got underway in August. That means the fall betting season has begun, and what’s good for online sportsbooks tends to be good for online casinos too. Sure enough, gross gaming revenue for online poker rooms and casinos shot up in almost every state. Combined iGaming revenue for the six states with legal online casino […]
Another Lawsuit, Another Disciplinary Hearing: Fallout from Wynn Accusations Continues
Earlier this month, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) announced that it is preparing for a disciplinary hearing before the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) against Steve Wynn. Wynn, the founder of the eponymous Wynn Resorts, stepped down as the company’s CEO in 2018 amid accusations of sexual misconduct. The upcoming sexual harassment hearing with the two […]
Maverick Gaming Case On Pause Thanks to Shoalwater Bay Tribe’s Intervention
Late last month, Judge David Estudillo of the federal Western District of Washington issued an order in the case Maverick Gaming brought against the U.S. Department of the Interior. The order came in response to a motion from the Shoalwater Bay Tribe, which has sought to intervene in the case on a limited basis. The […]
Online Gambling Industry Can Rejoice: 2018 Interpretation of Wire Act Dead
Yesterday’s Wire Act decision from the US District Court District of Rhode Island about the online gambling industry couldn’t have been simpler. The court sided with the industry. Everything past that gets more complicated. However, US online casino and poker operators and their suppliers can rejoice about this opinion on IGT vs. Merrick B. Garland: […]
Lawsuit Alleges Apple, Google, Meta are Complicit in ‘Illegal’ Social Casinos
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals will soon consider the question of whether free slots and social casino games equate to illegal Internet gambling. The lawsuit also alleges that companies providing a platform for players to access such games are complicit. Judge Edward J. Davila of the US District Court, Northern District of California issued his ruling on Sept. 2. […]
Lottery.com’s Troubles Continue as Four Board Members Resign
Four board members of lottery broker Lottery.com resigned this week. They explained that their decisions were “related to recent Board practices.” These resignations are the latest indication that the tech company is in truly dire straits. Lottery.com is one of several companies that operate on a lottery courier model. Buying lottery tickets online is illegal […]
PredictIt Fires Back At CFTC With A Lawsuit Challenging Shutdown
In August, the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) reversed the decision that has allowed the election prediction market site PredictIt to operate. Now, a lawsuit is underway to keep the site up and running. The CFTC sent a letter to the site operators, indicating that the agency was revoking its No-Action letter. That earlier letter […]
