Montana Looks to Become the First State To Ban Sweepstakes-Based Social Casinos
A bill that broadens illegal gambling prohibitions to include online casino games is headed to Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte
Derek HellingMay 6, 2025
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BetMGM Secures Sports Betting Partnership in Missouri
BetMGM has partnered with Century Casino Cape Girardeau to launch its online sportsbook in Missouri on December 1, 2025, the date online sports betting goes live in the state.
Minnesota Senate Committee Unwilling to Consider Even a Study of Gambling Expansion
Minnesota Senators' refusal to commission a study on sports betting bodes poorly not just for that effort but any sort of gambling expansion in the state.
Wynn Drops Out of Bidding for New York Casino License
There are many companies still in the running for a New York downstate casino, but Wynn isn't among them after it dropped out, citing local resistance and zoning issues.
iGaming's 'Big Three' States Exceed $200 Million Monthly Revenue For The First Time
Three states—PA, NJ, and MI—dominate US iGaming revenue and all three now earn over $200 million revenue each month.
Macau’s Digital Currency Will Provide Lessons For US Online Casinos
If the United States were to create an official digital currency, there could be benefits for regulated online casino operators
Legislation and Regulation
When Will Sports Betting Launch in Missouri? What We Know
Missouri is the next state to add online sports betting in the US and we now have a timeline for when that should begin.
Tebearau Egbe May 7, 2025
Greene County Historical Horse Racing Under Consideration After Alabama Gambling Bill Fails
A bill in the Alabama legislature could allow two businesses in Greene County to offer guests gambling on historical horse…
Derek HellingApril 22, 2025
Lottery Takes On Political Football Role In Alabama With State Elections Looming
The continued absence of a state lottery in Alabama is more about tangential issues than whether Alabama should offer a…
Derek HellingApril 17, 2025
Commercial Gaming
Pennsylvania Players Recieve Early Holiday Present With Hollywood Casino App Launch
On Wednesday, PENN Entertainment, Inc. introduced the new Hollywood Casino app, exclusively available in Pennsylvania.
Tebearau Egbe December 19, 2024
Horseshoe Online Casino Launches in New Jersey, Making 30 Operators in the Market
Caesars launched its Horseshoe Casino in New Jersey earlier this week, completing its rollout across North American markets.
Tebearau EgbeNovember 22, 2024
MONOPOLY Casino Replaces Virgin In New Jersey As Bally’s Seeks Niche For Secondary Brand
MONOPOLY Casino is the newest brand in the NJ online casino market, taking over operations for the small but longstanding Virgin…
Tebearau EgbeNovember 8, 2024
As Video Gaming Terminals Proliferate Across Illinois, Galesburg Officials Consider A Moratorium
Galesburg, Illinois' city council must choose whether to cap the number of video gaming terminals (VGTs) or let them spread…
Tebearau EgbeNovember 8, 2024
Financial
Caesars Could Follow Gains In Online Casino Revenue With IPO For Online Gambling Business
Caesars Entertainment CEO Tom Reeg discussed spinning off its online gaming segment during the company’s latest investor call
Derek Helling February 27, 2025
Online Casino Revenue Surges While Land-Based Gaming Hits Record High In Latest AGA ing
The latest update of the AGA’s commercial gambling revenue tracker adds context to the debate over online casino expansion in…
Derek HellingFebruary 21, 2025
Bally’s Opens Casino Investment Opportunity To Fulfill Agreement With Chicago
The Bally’s Corp. is making a 25% stake in its future Chicago casino available to qualified of the public
Derek HellingDecember 31, 2024
Online Casino Revenue Exceeds Retail in New Jersey—Will it Impact the National Discussion?
Win for online casinos in New Jersey for the month of October 2024 sured Atlantic City casinos’ win in the…
Derek HellingNovember 19, 2024
Industry
Tilman Fertitta Increases Wynn Resorts Holding Following Stock Price Dip
Landry's CEO Tilman Fertitta bought 400,000 more shares in Wynn Resorts to further cement his status as the largest single shareholder
Derek Helling April 14, 2025
Casino Workers Prepare to Strike at Two Caesars Entertainment Properties
Caesars Entertainment employees at two casinos have voted to authorize work stoppages amid contract negotiations
Derek HellingApril 2, 2025
Tilman Fertitta Commits to Step Away From Casino Business, Pending Italian Ambassadorship
Landry’s CEO Tilman Fertitta has told the US State Dept. that he will resign his position if confirmed as the…
Derek HellingMarch 26, 2025
Black Hawk City Council s National Association Against iGaming
The city council for Black Hawk, Colorado voted to an association formed to oppose the expansion of legal online…
Derek HellingMarch 24, 2025
New Jersey
New Jersey Governor’s Task Force On Responsible Gambling Focuses On Standardization In 2025 Report
Derek Helling April 25, 2025
New Jersey Online Casino Tax Rate Would Nearly Double Under Governor’s Proposal
Derek Helling February 26, 2025
