Evan Thornton 
US digital fraud attempts went up by 261.9% in one year. LAS VEGAS – The COVID-19 pandemic has allowed the sports betting market to grow exponentially. Since millions of American citizens have remained inside their house under lockdown, many of them have found sports betting to be a welcome and entertaining distraction. The explosion of … Read more
Gambling revenue might break $44 billion in 2021. Nevada gambling revenue broke $1 billion for four months straight. LAS VEGAS – The United States is trending to set a new record in gambling revenue by the end of the year. In the second quarter of 2021, the US hit $13.6 million in revenue, shattering the … Read more
Stricter state regulations lessen the possibility of competing iGaming brands. Gambling companies are spending millions on marketing campaigns due to competition. LAS VEGAS – Since sports betting saw its federal ban in 2018 removed, there’s been an influx of money directed towards customer acquisition for online casino and sports betting operators. Brands are dedicating millions … Read more
DraftKings and Golden Nugget Online Gaming will now be able to share assets. The companies expect synergies of $300 million at maturity. DraftKings will become the exclusive daily fantasy sports, sports betting, and iGaming partner of the Houston Rockets LAS VEGAS – Notable online sportsbooks DraftKings, and Golden Nugget Online Gaming are now one in … Read more
Depositing funds for sports betting and horse race betting is now available on the STN gambling app. LAS VEGAS – The STN Sports mobile betting app by Station Casinos just got a face-lift. Since Art Manteris retired after more than 40 years of work, Jason McCormick took over as vice president of Station Casinos. Shortly … Read more
Louisiana will be launching online gaming options in 2022. Governor Ivey established a task force to study Alabama’s gaming policies. New Jersey online gaming made $634.2 million in the first two quarters of 2021. JACKSON, Miss. – Mississippi is currently thriving despite having no online gaming options, but the potential ease of access in neighboring … Read more
FanDuel launched a new app specifically for online casino gaming in NJ, separated from sports betting. New users on FanDuel’s casino app play risk-free up to $1000 on their first day. PointsBet will also be offering proprietary online casino gaming in NJ. TRENTON, NJ – FanDuel, a company known primarily for its sportsbook offerings, is … Read more
An initiative grants California tribes exclusive licensing for sports betting in California. Opposition fears initiative could mean no online sports betting options will ever be available. Newsom’s recall vote could be utilized to push online sports betting legislation forward. SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California lawmakers have demonstrated very little interest in providing their citizens a legal … Read more
Platform provider license renewal fees have not been revealed. Bidders will only have seven days for revision between the final Q&A and their application deadline. New York expects 50% or more revenue share from chosen applicants. ALBANY, NY – The anticipation for New York to legalize and launch online sports betting has been building for … Read more
No bordering state of Louisiana offers both retail and online wagering. NEW ORLEANS – By the end of the year, Louisiana will be among the ever-growing list of states that offer sports betting options to its residents. Unlike some of those states however, Louisiana’s loosened regulations, balanced tax rates, and expansive opportunities for sportsbook operators … Read more