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Connecticut Breaks Sports Betting Revenue Record in November

News, BettingDecember 20, 2024235Views 0Likes 0Comments

Connecticut has shattered its sports betting revenue record with a remarkable $30.3 million in gross revenue for November, setting a new high just a month after breaking the wagering record. The state's three online sportsbooks and two retail wagering locations have proven their increasing success, marking a new milestone in the state's expanding sports betting…

Scott Sibella at Nevada Gaming Commission hearing

Scott Sibella Defends Himself as Nevada Gaming Commission Revokes License

News, GamesDecember 20, 2024242Views 0Likes 0Comments

Scott Sibella, once a prominent Las Vegas casino executive, recently appeared before the Nevada Gaming Commission to defend himself against allegations that led to the revocation of his gaming license. The charges stemmed from his role in failing to report illegal bookmaker Wayne Nix, who operated a sportsbook without the proper licensing. Sibella’s defense blamed…

Another Casino Opens in New Hampshire as Gaming Industry Expands

News, CasinoDecember 19, 2024401Views 0Likes 0Comments

New Hampshire’s gaming scene took another significant step forward this week with the opening of the Revo Casino and Social House in Lebanon. This new addition is the latest in a wave of growth in the state’s gambling industry, which now boasts a dozen charitable casinos. Since the beginning of the year, these casinos have generated…

Casinos Gain Green Light for Landmark Antitrust Arbitration Class

News, CasinoDecember 19, 2024163Views 0Likes 0Comments

In a groundbreaking decision, more than 100 casinos have been given the green light to pursue their antitrust claims against Light & Wonder, the company behind automated card-shuffling machines, as a unified class in arbitration proceedings. This marks a significant development in the world of arbitration and antitrust litigation. In a ruling on December 9, American…

Joey Ingram Loses Monster Pot in Aces vs Kings vs Queens Showdown at WPT World Championship

News, PokerDecember 18, 2024166Views 0Likes 0Comments

Joey Ingram, one of the most recognisable figures in the poker content world, is battling back after losing a jaw-dropping three-way all-in pot on Day 2 of the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas. The $10,400 buy-in tournament has drawn an astonishing 2,392 entries, building a record-breaking prize pool of $23.4…

Online Games Drive Philippine Gaming Industry to Record Revenues

News, GamesDecember 18, 2024235Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Philippines is on track to shatter its previous record for gross gaming revenue (GGR), thanks to an unprecedented surge in online gaming. By the end of 2024, the sector is expected to rake in PHP350 billion (£4.67 billion/€5.645 billion/$6 billion), exceeding both government targets and 2023’s GGR of PHP285 billion. The Numbers Behind the Boom…

Former Premier League footballer match fixing prison

Weekend Report: Former Premier League Footballer Jailed for Match-Fixing, Zeal Celebrates 25 Years

News, BettingDecember 17, 2024205Views 0Likes 0Comments

Welcome to the Weekend Report, where we bring you key stories you might have missed from Friday through Sunday. This week, a former Premier League footballer faces 20 years in prison for match-fixing, Norway’s Norsk Tipping boosts sports funding, Veikkaus secures a fresh ice hockey deal, and Zeal Network celebrates a quarter-century milestone. Former Premier League…

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Bally’s Interactive Unveils New Sportsbook and Casino App in Ontario

News, CasinoDecember 17, 2024191Views 0Likes 0Comments

Bally’s Interactive has made another significant move in Ontario’s competitive igaming space, announcing on Monday the launch of its Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app. The latest platform combines sports betting and online casino gaming into one unified app, marking a strategic upgrade to the company’s offerings in Canada’s most prominent regulated gambling market. The update…

New Jersey Considers Shifting Underage Gambling to Civil Offense, Imposing Fines Instead

News, GamblingDecember 17, 2024174Views 0Likes 0Comments

New Jersey lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could decriminalise gambling by those under 21, transforming it from a criminal offence into a civil violation. Under the new legislation, offenders would face fines, and the funds collected would be funnelled into gambling education, prevention, and treatment programmes. The proposed bill also seeks to penalise adults who…

Uzbekistan Cabinet gambling license announcement

Uzbekistan Approves Online Gambling and Lottery Licensing Rules

News, GamblingDecember 16, 2024178Views 0Likes 0Comments

The government of Uzbekistan has taken a significant step in regulating the online gambling and lottery industries. A resolution passed by the Cabinet of Ministers on December 6 and publicly announced on December 12 sets the framework for licensing these activities. This decision follows a presidential decree issued in April 2024, paving the way for…