Iowa May Soon Have 20th Commercial Casino But Not Legal iGaming
Iowa has long been on iGaming advocates’ shortlist for the next state expected to legalize online casinos. However, it looks as though Iowa’s next legal gambling expansion step may be adding a 20th commercial casino to serve the state’s 3.2 million residents. That’s because, on July 1, Iowa’s two-year moratorium on new casino construction will […]
Dave & Buster’s Plan To Allow Friendly Bets Faces Potential Ban In Illinois
Not everyone is pleased with Dave & Buster’s plans to add a real money skill gaming option to its arcade experience. One critic in a position to do something about it is Illinois Rep. Dan Didech, who introduced a bill to prohibit precisely the sort of plan the family entertainment chain announced last week. Dave […]
Study Finds TikTok Users at Higher Risk of Problem Gambling Than Heavy Drinkers
It’s possible to find a connection between almost any two addictive habits, but one recent study shows that regular TikTok use correlates more strongly with problem gambling than either of those things do with heavy drinking. Researchers also found that, generally, weekly social media use is associated with higher overall rates of problem gambling and […]
Emails Show Iowa College Gambling Sting Doubled as Law Enforcement Power Play
An investigator involved in a 2023 Iowa gambling sting that netted over two dozen college athletes suggested in an email to colleagues the bust would impress the “powers that be.” Further, special agent Christopher Adkins speculated the investigation might nudge state lawmakers to update gambling legislation to strengthen law enforcement’s powers. According to The Associated […]
BetMGM Still Trying to Find International Footing With Launch in the Netherlands
While gradually slipping in US market share, BetMGM has continued to seek growth abroad by launching its brand in the Netherlands. Its Dutch product is an integrated casino-sportsbook and marks BetMGM’s second overseas market. Like its British site, the Dutch BetMGM is operated by LeoVegas Group and uses a different platform from the product Americans […]
Casino Dealer Tipping: Do Online Live Dealers Actually Make Less Than Their Retail Counterparts?
One of many union objections to iGaming expansion is the anecdotal notion that land-based croupiers earn more in tips than their online casino live dealer counterparts. However, extensive research by Bonus shows that the honest answer to whether online live dealers actually make less than they would at a retail casino is a frustrating “it […]
Dave & Buster’s Courts Gamblers and Controversy With Real-Money Skill Competitions
Retail arcade and restaurant chain Dave & Buster’s is entering the growing and unregulated skill gaming sector by allowing customers to bet against each other on games like Hot Shots and Skee-Ball. The new feature will be available to loyalty members through the Dave & Buster’s app. The company anticipates rolling out the feature in […]
Controversial Selection of Cordish for Petersburg Casino is Bad News for Virginia’s iGaming Potential
Petersburg’s pick of Cordish Companies to build Virginia’s fifth retail casino has raised concerns among lawmakers and stakeholders. After the city selected the $1.4 billion project over four others, questions arose regarding the integrity of the selection process and the speed with which the decision was made. Cordish gaining market access to Virginia may also […]
Seasonal Effects Push BetMGM Into Loss Territory After Two Quarters of Profitability
MGM Resorts International’s financial report for Q1 2024 makes less mention of BetMGM than usual, perhaps because it marks the first time the joint venture has slipped back into the red after two profitable quarters to finish 2023. Although it’s unsurprising that the company would want to direct investors’ attention elsewhere, the loss isn’t particularly alarming. […]
Nevada Gaming Control Board Files Complaint Against Scott Sibella After Commission Joins Federal Probe
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is displeased with Scott Sibella following his guilty plea to federal charges and has asked the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) to impose fines and licensing action. That may impede Sibella’s plans to return to work in the industry, which he announced in January after admitting to violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Sibella’s […]
