The US gaming industry generates billions of dollars in revenue annually. According to data from the American Gaming Association (AGA), total gross gaming revenue from all US state casinos was about $67 billion in 2023. Nevada, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and Michigan are the top players in this set, with the highest casino earnings.
Month: July 2024
Jul 23, 2024 5 min read Jesse Lonis is one of the latest players to join David Tuchman for a drive in the 888ride Chevy Tahoe. Tuchman chatted with Lonis about his poker success, his hard start in life, and what it’s like moving to Vegas for the first time. Lonis’s Hendon Mob starts in
Jul 22, 2024 4 min read In response to the controversy over laptop assistance between hands during the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table, Daniel Negreanu called on tournament operators to clarify rules about solvers and preflop tools in tournaments and for players to speak up when they see something they think
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has announced a special legislative session starting July 25 to address property tax reform, with the possibility of discussing online sports betting legislation. This marks a shift from earlier reports suggesting that online sports betting in Nebraska would not be feasible until at least 2026. The Governor, who had previously opposed
Bacta‘s mapping exercise, which has seen the trade association create “the first Geo-Political Footprint of the UK industry,” has underlined “the transformation of the political terrain following the 2024 General Election,” according to a statement. Matching members of the UK trade association with their elected representatives, the Bacta Political Map confirms that 325 of the
Karnataka’s tourism minister HK Patil has ruled out the introduction of casinos as a strategy to boost tourism in the southern Indian state. Speaking at a July 4 workshop on tourism policy through 2029, Patil asserted that Karnataka would not follow the path of other regions seeking to attract international visitors through integrated resorts (IR)
SuperBook Sports announced Friday that it has effectively shut down online betting operations in Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, New Jersey, Tennessee, Ohio, Maryland and Virginia. The operator, which has its flagship retail sportsbook at the Westgate in Las Vegas, is no longer accepting bets or deposits in those eight states. “We regret to inform you that
Slot supplier AGS’ Rakin’ Bacon! Sahara slot game has made its New Jersey debut through an “exclusive simultaneous omnichannel launch,” going live in-person at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and online at Hard Rock Bet. Launch celebrations were held on Friday with an invite-only cocktail hour featuring pig-themed food and drinks followed by
FBM has announced the opening of its new office in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. “The transition to FBM’s dedicated building is a significant milestone for the group operations in the US and a step forward in the brand’s journey to expand and strengthen its presence in the market,” the company said. The 22,000-square-foot facility, built from
Kyle Anderson Jul 22, 2024 3 min read Hey, everyone. I’m Kyle Anderson, PokerNews ambassador and Ontario resident. Here is an update on everything that’s happened in the poker world in Ontario in the last month. Kyle Anderson coming to you from the 2024 WSOP! Remember, ON players can legally play real money poker in
Swedish online gambling giant Kindred Group announced a continued decline in revenue from high-risk players in Q2 2024, attributing the decrease to “a sustainable behaviour change” resulting from strategic interventions. The company’s share of revenue from high-risk players decreased to 3 per cent from 3.2 per cent in the first quarter, the company said in its Journey
What’s so special about the Duck Dollars slot machine? Well, it’s not just a slot… it’s a shooting gallery slot! Step right up and experience the newest offer from the Eclipse Gaming Cash Arcade Series! Test your luck at this game of speed and excitement as you return to the nostalgic days of carnival games,
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced an immediate ban on the establishment of new Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), citing their alleged involvement in criminal activities. This decision, announced during his State of the Nation Address in Manila, follows a Senate investigation into illegal POGO-linked activities and increasing pressure to address the issue. In his
Global betting company 1xBet took part in the last edition of iGB L!VE taking place in Amsterdam, before its relocation to London. From July 16 to 19, over 10,000 participants gathered under the roof of the RAI Amsterdam Exhibition Center. Industry professionals exchanged views on gambling trends, shared experiences, and made contacts for future projects. 1xBet
Inspired Entertainment, a prominent name in the gaming industry, has recently announced a strategic partnership with Kaizen Gaming to launch an exciting new product, Re-Play eSports. This platform is unique as it combines the thrill of virtual sports with the dynamics of fixed odds eSports betting. Featuring the popular game Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO), the platform integrates actual
Members of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) have stepped up their efforts to implement and promote safer gambling in 2023, according to the association’s fourth annual sustainability report. The report reveals that 65% of European customers – a record 21 million – used safety tools last year, with over half doing so voluntarily, a
Gaming supplier Zitro has announced the recertification of its ISO 14064-1 Standard Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Management System. “This prestigious certification, which Zitro has held since 2021, has now been renewed through 2027, affirming the company’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible carbon management,” the company stated. The ISO 14064-1 standard is an international
iGaming content provider BGaming has donated €10,000 ($10,886) to The Youth Educational Centre of the Orion Fathers in Warsaw, Poland, supporting the development of a chess school for young people. The donation, announced Friday, came ahead of International Chess Day on July 20. The contribution from BGaming will enable the centre to offer more classes,
British sports betting giant Entain has announced the appointment of Australian industry veteran Gavin Isaacs as Chief Executive Officer, effective September 2, 2024. The leadership change follows a period of turbulence and reevaluation within the Ladbrokes owner. Isaacs, who currently holds a position as a non-executive director at Games Global Ltd., brings experience from over
The WarHorse Casino in Omaha on Friday received the green light from state gaming regulators to open for business on August 6th and operate 24 hours a day. Members of the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission voted unanimously to set the opening date and the hours of operation, pending some last-minute compliance checks. WarHorse Chief