Montana Lottery: 'Sports wagering here will be much like in Las Vegas'
November 25, 2019
Six months after Montana lawmakers signed into law a bill legalizing sports betting, Big Sky Country is poised to launch live wagering by the end of the year.
Virginia lawmaker proposes bill that would give cities chance to legalize gambling
November 22, 2019
Virginia Del. Barry Knight (R-Virginia Beach) has introduced a house bill that would allow cities and other state localities to vote on a referendum to legalize sports betting and casino gambling.
Pennsylvania regulator denies Mount Airy casino application
November 20, 2019
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has ruled Mount Airy Casino lacks the appropriate funding to build a mini-casino in Big Beaver.
MGM Growth Properties starts public share offering to fund JV with MGM Resorts
November 20, 2019
MGM Growth Properties (MGP) plans to sell 30 million shares, with some of the capital going towards a joint venture with MGM Resorts.
Federal judge dismisses Massachusetts casino case against Wynn Resorts
November 19, 2019
Federal judge dismisses Massachusetts casino case against Wynn Resorts A federal judge has tossed out a suit claiming Wynn Resorts corrupted the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) and local officials as part of its efforts to win a casino license for a Boston resort.
New Florida bill would allow mobile sports betting under lottery control
November 19, 2019
Florida Sen. Jeff Brandes filed a trio of bills that would set the path for online sports betting in the US' third-most populated state.
Kentucky state lawmaker to file new sports betting bill
November 15, 2019
Kentucky Rep. Adam Koenig intends to bring a new sports betting bill to the table that would allow legalized sports betting at state racetracks along with mobile wagering.
Chicago mayor lobbies in favor of bringing casino to city
November 13, 2019
Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot traveled to Springfield in an attempt to persuade lawmakers to rewrite a tax formula that would incentivize casino development in her city.
Atlanta pro franchises argue for sports betting
November 12, 2019
Four Atlanta pro sports franchises are lobbying state lawmakers to legalize online and mobile sports betting in Georgia.
Eldorado reports net revenue drop ahead of pending Caesars merger
November 7, 2019
Eldorado Resorts' Q3 net revenue fell 4% year-on-year to $663.2m as it looks to seal its merger with Caesars Entertainment by H1 2020.
Colorado sports betting vote too close to call
November 6, 2019
A Colorado measure to legalize sports wagering in the state leads by a small margin after voters turned out in large numbers on election day, with the vote stretching to a second day.
California lawmakers to introduce latest sports betting bill
November 4, 2019
Two California state legislators plan to introduce a sports betting bill they hope to get through to voters by next year.
Summary: The DC sports betting saga so far
October 21, 2019
The District of Columbia passed a bill in December 2018 to legalize and regulate sports betting. Since then, the state has been on a long journey centered around a controversial deal for betting rights.
Wynn Resorts whistleblower files lawsuit for "salon spying"
October 18, 2019
A hairstylist formerly employed by Wynn Resorts has filed a lawsuit against the casino operator, accusing Wynn executives of sending an undercover spy to his new salon.
Regulatory demands should become more relaxed
October 18, 2019
Kambi CEO Kristian Nylén explains why he believes more states should follow New Jersey's example when regulating sports betting.
Superior Court grants restraining order on Intralot contract
September 27, 2019
Intralot’s no-bid sports gambling contract has been temporarily blocked by a District of Columbia Superior Court judge.
OIGA Executive Director: 29 Tribes have signed letter to Oklahoma Governor
August 12, 2019
Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association Executive Director Sheila Morago has told Gaming America the ball is in Governor Kevin Stitt’s court when it comes to a new tribal compact with the state.
Why industry-regulator collaboration is key
August 7, 2019
A.G. Burnett, Partner at law firm McDonald Carano, lays out a strategic plan for moving players from illegal to legal sports betting.
From the top: What makes a bad actor?
July 24, 2019
Tim Poole examines whether Illinois’ bad-actor clause for sports betting undermines the very nature of the American Dream
AGA CEO: US gaming must translate positive public sentiment into political muscle
July 24, 2019
Following three key promotions within the American Gaming Association’s (AGA) senior management, CEO Bill Miller spoke to Gaming America about the organisation’s strategic plans.
