Steve Ruddock

Steve is a highly respected and oft-cited voice in the legal online gambling space. Steve is an analyst and consultant and the publisher of the Straight to the Point newsletter.

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Features

How Google Search Updates Turned Affiliate-Media Partnerships Into Costly Zombie Deals

"Now, after May 5, those sites are missing from searches, which has boosted affiliates' core content but leaves affiliates trapped in what increasingly looks like costly zombie deals — in some cases, deals with eight-figure annual guarantees and highly unfavorable revenue splits."

July 1, 2024

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Industry

The Ruddock Report: What Went Wrong For Online Casino Legalization In 2024?

Our monthly look at the online gambling landscape includes the current legal and regulatory scene, prospective states, and trends to watch.

April 29, 2024

Steve Ruddock

Industry

The Ruddock Report: The Clock Is Winding Down On 2024 Legalization Hopes

Our monthly look at the online gambling landscape includes the current legal and regulatory scene, prospective states, and trends to watch.

March 28, 2024

Steve Ruddock