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Illegal Gambling Site Bovada Claims Colorado, Michigan Aren’t Served — One Bettor Saw No Change
Gaming regulators in Colorado and Michigan noticed their states pop up on June 20 on the Bovada list of “Which Countries Are Restricted?” However, on June 21, a bettor notified Bonus on social media about being able to play online poker on the illegal site that said it was restricted and it “seemed to work […]
Bovada Exits Michigan and Colorado in Response to Regulatory Crackdown
Black market gambling site Bovada has heeded the warnings of state gaming regulators, adding Colorado and Michigan to list of states it will not serve. The Michigan Gaming Control Board sent a “cease and desist” letter on May 29 to Bovada’s owner, Harp Media. According to SBCAmericas, Colorado sent a similar letter the following week, although Bonus has not […]
DraftKings Wins Preliminary Injunction Further Limiting Hermalyn’s Fanatics Role
A federal judge has granted DraftKings a preliminary injunction, temporarily limiting the functions its former executive, Michael Hermalyn, can perform in his new role at rival company Fanatics. On Tuesday, Massachusetts District Court Judge Julia E. Kobick issued her memorandum and order granting DraftKings’ motion for preliminary injunction and denying Hermalyn’s request for stay or […]
Jackpot.com Is Live In Massachusetts, the Fourth State for the Lottery Courier
The lottery courier app Jackpot.com has launched in Massachusetts, allowing lottery players to purchase tickets online using desktop or mobile devices. Bay State players now have the option to buy tickets for four draw games using the Jackpot.com app or website: Powerball Mega Millions Mass Cash Lucky for Life Jackpot.com says more lottery games will […]
DraftKings Massachusetts Class Action Alleges ‘Deceptive’ Ads By Hometown Sportsbook Operator
A DraftKings Massachusetts class action lawsuit alleges the Boston-based online gambling operator used “unfair and deceptive” marketing and advertising on residents of its home state. On Dec. 8, Melissa Scanlon and Shane Harris filed a complaint with the Massachusetts Superior Court requesting triple damages under the Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act. Scanlon and Harris claim DraftKings Sportsbook […]
Operator Data Reveals Most Gamblers Pass on Available RG Tools
According to data revealed by DraftKings and Penn Sports International (PSI) during Monday’s Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) meeting, many Bay State online gamblers choose to pass on using available responsible gambling (RG) tools. According to Draftkings’ Q3 presentation, fewer than 0.1% of their Massachusetts Sportsbook customers opted to set time limits. Further, DraftKings data showed […]
Feds Arrest Fugitive in Decade-Old Illegal Online Gambling Case Linked to Former Congressman
Law enforcement arrested a man allegedly involved with Sports Offshore, an illegal offshore gambling ring connected to former Congressman John Tierney. The arrest comes 13 years after the man’s indictment for racketeering. Federal authorities arrested Richard Sullivan, 73, of St. John’s, Antigua, on Aug. 20 in New York while he was in customs at JFK […]
Jackpocket Partners With Circle K to Offer Lottery Courier Services in Massachusetts
Lottery courier app Jackpocket is now live in Massachusetts in partnership with convenience store chain Circle K. Massachusetts residents can now play the lottery from home or on the go using the Jackpocket app. Jackpocket is offering new players a free $2 lottery ticket by using the code “HEYMASS” during checkout to celebrate the launch. […]
Another Push For An Online Lottery In Massachusetts
Provisions for an online lottery in Massachusetts are included in a $56 billion budget bill for 2024. Massachusetts House representatives approved the budget on April 26. The bill now moves to the state’s Senate, which rejected the similar inclusion of an iLottery in the budget last year. House Democrats estimate that adding an online lottery will generate […]
Barstool Sports Betting Is Coming to Massachusetts, on 2 Conditions
Barstool sports betting is no stranger to drama, and drama it got before being allowed to enter the Massachusetts market. At 5:40 p.m. today, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) tweeted that it granted Plainridge Park Casino (PPC) a “temporary Category 1 sports wagering operator license.” However, unlike other operators given temporary operator licenses, MGC placed […]
