Massachusetts Gaming Commission Opens Dialogue On Limiting Sports Bettors, Operators Mostly Sit It Out
Commissioners in Massachusetts expressed frustration that only one betting operator showed up and took part in the discussion.
September 9, 2024
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Rhode Island Bill Would Double Casino Credit For Gamblers
The proposed legislation aims to allow Bally's to double the current credit limit from $50,000 to $100,000.
September 9, 2024
BetMGM Sponsoring A Progressive Jackpot Bonus All Week On ‘Wheel Of Fortune’
This marks the first time 'Wheel' has incorporated a progressive jackpot — a staple of many live and online casino games.
September 9, 2024
New York Lawmakers Push For Faster Casino Licensing To Boost State Economy
Sen. Addabbo and Assemblyman Pretlow have proposed legislation to expedite New York's downtown casino licensing process.
September 9, 2024
Massachusetts Commission Kicking Off Study Of iGaming And Its Public Health Impacts
The MGC has submitted two RFPs in an effort to more closely explore the iGaming ecosystem and to research AI's role in gambling.
September 9, 2024
Las Vegas Casino Landscape Changes As Mirage Announces Official Closing Date
The iconic property is set to close after 37 years of operation. In its place, in about three years, will emerge a new Hard Rock casino.
September 9, 2024
Commercial Gambling Industry Achieves National Revenue Record In Q1, AGA Reports
The whole pie keeps growing, but no sector is doing so faster than iGaming, which produced $1.98B in revenue in Q1, a 26.1% increase.
September 9, 2024
Running Aces Updates Lawsuit Against Minnesota Tribal Casinos With Additional Alleged Federal Law Violations
Running Aces alleges, among other things, that the tribal casinos are offering video slots and video games of chance that violate state laws.
September 9, 2024
Sharp Alpha Advisors Closes $25M ‘Fund II’ To Drive Innovation In Sports, Gaming, And Entertainment
The closing of this fund marks a significant milestone for Sharp Alpha, reflecting the strong investor confidence in the company.
September 9, 2024
Push To Raise IRS Reporting Threshold For Slot Winnings Gains Momentum
The IRS may respond favorably to lawmakers advocating to raise the IRS reporting threshold for slot machine winnings from $1,200 to $5,000.
September 9, 2024
Alabama Legislature Stalls On Lottery And Gambling Bills, Gov. Ivey Says No Special Session
Efforts to add a lottery and casinos in Alabama have failed this year as the legislative session ends with no progress.
September 9, 2024
AGS To Sell To Brightstar Capital Partners For $1.1 Billion
The AGS board unanimously approved the deal, which would give shareholders $12.50 per share in cash — pending shareholder approval.
September 9, 2024