Gaming America - Sports-betting

Nevada allows wagering on eNASCAR iRacing

April 4, 2020

The Nevada Gaming Control Board has approved wagers on the 2020 eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series.

IGT to introduce furlough programs for impacted employees

April 3, 2020

IGT has announced it is taking steps to bring its operations “in line with customer and player demand” during the outbreak of COVID-19.

DC Sports Betting Launch Delayed

April 1, 2020

Due to uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic and when sports will resume, DC sports betting has officially delayed its launch.

Coronavirus: Inspired Entertainment suffers $24.9m in unforeseen costs

March 31, 2020

Inspired Entertainment has provided a business update regarding COVID-19 and the company’s global operations.

Murren-led task force in Nevada raises millions to combat corona virus

March 31, 2020

Jim Murren-led private sector task force in Nevada raises $4 million for protective equipment and COVID-19 testing kits.

Department of Interior disestablishes Mashpee Wampanoag reservation, putting casino in jeopardy

March 30, 2020

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe of Massachusetts was told the Department of Interior ordered its land to be disestablished, threatening the development of a casino.

GAN records 40% online gambling growth in Pennsylvania

March 30, 2020

GameAccount Network (GAN) has reported growth in internet gambling in Pennsylvania for the month of February amid the COVID-19 pandemic, although sports betting numbers fell.

Report: NBA considering playing rest of season in Las Vegas

March 27, 2020

The NBA is considering playing the remainder of its season at a Las Vegas casino property according to ESPN.

Nevada tops $1bn in February gaming revenue

March 27, 2020

Nevada casinos took in $1.042bn in February revenue, a year-on-year improvement of 3%.

William Hill chess lines approved, then put on hold

March 27, 2020

The International Chess Federation suspends tournament play due to coronavirus.

Table tennis wagering leads sportsbook activity in Pennsylvania and Indiana

March 27, 2020

Table tennis betting has led the way across Rush Street Interactive sportsbooks in Pennsylvania and Indiana over the past several days.

Nevada approves Counter-Strike esports wagers

March 26, 2020

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has approved wagers on Counter-Strike-ESL Pro League Season 11: North America.

Washington Governor authorizes tribal sports betting bill

March 26, 2020

Washington Governor Jay Inslee has signed a bill into law authorizing sports betting within the state’s 29 tribal casinos.

William Hill US CEO to donate salary amidst massive furloughs

March 25, 2020

William Hill US CEO Joe Asher will donate his entire salary to pay furloughed workers who were temporarily laid off as a response to the coronavirus pandemic.

ICE North America postponed due to COVID-19

March 24, 2020

Kate Chambers, Managing Director of Clarion Gaming, has confirmed the postponement of ICE North America, which will now be hosted in Spring 2021.

Pennsylvania gaming revenue up 14% for February; despite heavy month-on-month sports betting fall

March 19, 2020

Total gaming revenue in Pennsylvania for February increased 14% year-on-year, despite a significant month-on-month drop in the sports betting vertical.