Early 2026 Becomes New York Casino License Bill Deadline, Nearing Hochul’s Reelection Bid
A bill designed to expedite the downstate New York casino licensing process saw a change on June 4 that effectively brings licensee selection into March 2026. If lawmakers approve SB9673, it’s likely to happen on June 7, state Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. told Bonus on June 5. Addabbo, D-Woodhaven, said scheduling a vote in […]
Amazon-Powered Gift & Go Partners With Scientific Games for Speedy Lottery Rewards in Five States
Lottery technology provider Scientific Games (SG) has partnered with the Amazon-backed Gift & Go platform to offer non-cash loyalty rewards to lottery players. Gift & Go’s “storefront” allows players to redeem loyalty points for over 1,800 prizes, including gadgets, gift cards for various online retailers, and cosmetics. The Gift & Go digital rewards store is already […]
Bally’s Enters the Play-Money Social Casino Space With Bally Play
Bally’s is broadening its online horizons by introducing a free-to-play social casino to complement its real-money iGaming operations. It announced the launch of Bally Play on June 4 in partnership with Ruby Seven Studios. Bally Play went live with a selection of 150 games. The catalog includes play-money versions of several popular titles you’ll see on the floor of real-life retail […]
Failure to Desist May Paint Control Board Bullseye on Bovada Suppliers
With one week left to leave the state, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) said Bovada’s suppliers may be at risk if the company fails to comply with the vacate order. While insiders predict Bovada will likely honor the warning, owner Harp Media B.V. has not yet indicated what it plans to do. If Bovada […]
Evolution’s Crazy Time Live Dealer Game Show Launches in Pennsylvania and West Virginia
Summer has come to Pennsylvania, and with it, the launch of Evolution’s most popular live dealer game show, Crazy Time. Because West Virginia online casinos stream their live dealer games from the studios in Pennsylvania, the game is now available in that state, too. Crazy Time has been a breakout success for Evolution in international markets and made its US […]
Donerail Group Slams Penn Entertainment Management, Says Company Should Be Sold
Penn Entertainment shareholder Donerail Group has expressed concerns regarding the company’s high spending on its interactive division and poor stock performance. In an open letter to David Handler, the board of directors chairman, Donerail also objected to Penn CEO Jay Snowden’s level of compensation amid the company’s financial struggles. The shareholder says Penn Entertainment should […]
Can Bally Casino’s Rhode Island Growth Overcome Disappointing Early Revenue Numbers?
Bally’s early revenue figures from its Rhode Island online casino monopoly are disappointing, yet 72% growth from March to April suggests that the situation might only be temporary. Bally Casino generated $2.1 million in gaming revenue for April, less than either the state’s official projections or the somewhat more pessimistic forecast supplied by Bonus Managing Editor Alex […]
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide BetMGM ‘Unpaid Winnings’ Lawsuit
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear the appeal of a player who accused BetMGM Michigan of fraud, conversion, and breach of contract for failing to honor a $3.2 million online casino win. Lower courts had found that the complaint was out of their jurisdiction and that the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) investigation should be […]
Michigan Cease-And-Desist Threatens Bovada With Legal Action
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered the Curaçao-based operator behind Bovada.com and Bovada.lv to stop taking bets from Michigan residents. It might be hard to enforce such an order against a company without a US presence, but some believe Bovada will comply voluntarily. Following an investigation, the MGCB rolled out the unwelcome mat […]
Connecticut Lottery Finally Ready For Online Draw Ticket Sales & Keno
The three-year wait for an online lottery in Connecticut could finally be at an end. According to the latest update by the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC), lottery players in the state should be able to purchase draw tickets and play Keno online before the end of June. On May 20, the Lottery confirmed with PlayiLottery, […]
