At the recent IndyFest 2021, Bill Hornbuckle, CEO of MGM Resorts, publicly endorsed iGaming in Nevada. Nevada has historically been against online casinos. However, iGaming access would have saved the state from a lot of lost revenue suffered during the pandemic casino closures. LAS VEGAS – The topic of iGaming in Nevada was brought up … Read more
DraftKings has added a new game to their casino, called Rocket. The game allows players to multiply their wagers as an unstable rocket flies to the moon. Players can bail out at any time to lock in their profits or stay on the rocket and risk blowing up. BOSTON – DraftKings has added a new … 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
PlayUp has announced plans for mobile sportsbooks in Indiana and Iowa. They also plan to expand their New Jersey offerings to include iGaming. Their Iowa and Indiana sportsbooks will be operated via a partnership with Caesar’s entertainment. LAS VEGAS – PlayUp has reportedly gained access to three new states for sports betting and iGaming offerings. … Read more
Pennsylvania’s Lottery recently launched iGaming. It was sued by seven casino operators in the state, who alleged copyright violations. The Lottery won the case, and will continue offering iGaming. MIDDLETOWN, Penn. – The Pennsylvania Lottery hit the jackpot in court, as it was ruled that the Lottery’s iGaming offerings did not infringe on copyright. The … Read more
Florida has removed language relating to future online gambling expansion from its compact with the Seminole Tribe. The compact originally included a provision for negotiation regarding full online gambling expansion by the tribe. The compact is on the floor of the Florida State Senate on Tuesday. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida’s renegotiated compact with the Seminole … Read more
Casino revenue in the United States reached an all time high in Q1 2021. Revenue increased more than 20% over Q4 2020. Sports betting revenue increased 270% over Q1 2020. LAS VEGAS – The casino industry appears to be recovering nicely from the COVID-19 pandemic, as Q1 of 2021 brought record profits. According to the … Read more
FanDuel has officially launched its online casino in the West Virginia market. FanDuel is now the fourth iGaming platform to operate in West Virginia. FanDuel is offering risk-free gaming up to $200 for the first day. CHARLESTON, W.V. – West Virginia gambling fans will now have access to another online casino with the official launch … Read more
Lawmakers met during an Illinois House Executive Council to discuss the future of online gambling in the state. Many officials including Rep. Bob Rita spoke well of the potential profits and revenue online gaming could bring the state if allowed. CHICAGO – The battle for online gambling continues in Illinois, this time with positive movement … Read more
Major banking firm Goldman Sachs sees the sports betting and iGaming market outperforming e-commence over the next ten years. Goldman Sachs projects that the internet gambling market could be worth up to $39 billion in 2033. NEW YORK – As the online gambling and online sports betting market continues to expand, major banking firm Goldman … Read more