A New York Senate committee has unanimously approved a bill to expand the scope of legal sports betting in the state, allowing new types of proposition bets and wagers on major sports awards. The bill, Senate Bill 2616, sponsored by Senator Joseph Addabbo, would permit in-game and season-long prop bets, coin toss wagers, and
MGM Resorts International posted record full-year revenue of $17.2 billion in 2024, a 7% increase from the previous year, driven by a strong performance from its Macau operations, the company said on Wednesday. MGM China, which benefited from Macau’s post-pandemic recovery, recorded a 25% year-over-year (YoY) rise in Segment Adjusted EBITDAR to $1.1 billion.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered nine unlicensed online casinos to shut down for violating state gambling laws. These sites offered casino games like slots, poker, blackjack, roulette, and craps, along with sports and horse race betting, without proper authorization. The operators facing cease-and-desist orders are BetAnySports (BAS), CoolCat Casino, Diamond Sportsbook International
Player retention remains an essential priority for operators aiming to maintain a competitive edge in the evolving iGaming industry. With over 15 years of expertise, tech provider SOFTSWISS reveals how a strategic blend of responsible gambling practices and advanced analytics helps to retain players. The award-winning SOFTSWISS Managed Services has years of experience supporting over 180
A coalition of gaming and entertainment business leaders have formed the National Association Against iGaming (NAAiG), seeking to oppose “the expansion of iGaming and its well-reported economic and social dangers.” The association’s leadership includes executives from The Cordish Companies, Red Rock Resorts, Monarch Casino & Resort and Churchill Downs Incorporated. According to the NAAiG, legalizing
Australian gambling law and regulation conference Regulating the Game has announced David Tsai, Chief Executive Officer of Crown Resorts, as a featured speaker at its 2025 edition. The event will take place at the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour in Sydney from March 10 to 13, 2025. Tsai’s session will explore critical themes around Crown’s insights into
At a recent state legislative hearing, explosive allegations surfaced against the Texas Lottery Commission and its former director, implicating them in a scheme that purportedly facilitated a massive $95 million Lotto Texas jackpot win in April 2023. According to the testimony provided by Houston attorney Manfred Sternberg, a concerted effort by a single entity, Rook TX, to secure nearly all possible number
Aristocrat Leisure Limited has successfully completed the sale of Plarium Global Limited to Modern Times Group (MTG), marking a pivotal shift in its business strategy. Announced back in November 2024, this move comes as part of a broader review of Aristocrat’s casual and mid-core gaming assets initiated in May 2024. The proceeds from this transaction are earmarked for strategic reinvestment aligned with
In this article, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, delves into the benefits of obtaining an Anjouan iGaming license in 2025. With more and more jurisdictions offering iGaming licenses to entrepreneurs, it can be challenging to know the best option. All claim to provide the best deal, including price, benefits, and scope, but when it
Nearly 3.5 million customers, or about half of FanDuel’s user base, engaged with My Spend, its new responsible gaming (RG) dashboard, during the 2024-2025 NFL season. My Spend gives users detailed insights into their deposits and betting activity, including amounts deposited and net winnings over the past week, month, or three months. The tool also
Global online gambling operator Stake will exit the UK market next month as its UK platform, operated under a white-label agreement with TGP Europe Limited, prepares to shut down. The decision follows an investigation launched by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) into a social media video featuring Stake’s branding alongside an adult entertainment actress outside Nottingham
Brazil has blocked 11,500 illegal betting websites as part of a broader crackdown on unregulated online gambling, the government announced on Monday. The move comes after new sector regulations took effect earlier this year, requiring operators to obtain official authorization to continue their activities. Since January 1, only licensed betting platforms can operate in
As a driving force behind the Isle of Man’s thriving digital economy, Digital Isle of Man plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation, supporting businesses, and strengthening the island’s position as a global hub for iGaming. At ICE Barcelona, one of the gaming industry’s premier events, the organization showcased its commitment to providing a world-class
Stretch Network Feb 13, 2025 2 min read Jackpot sit & go tournaments give online poker players the chance to turn a small buy-in into a huge top prize. Such tournaments are called Spin & Go on the Stretch Network, and those games are being overhauled in time for a €40,000 promotion on the network.
In Texas, the debate over gambling expansion has been reignited with lawmakers considering two pivotal resolutions, House Joint Resolution 134 (HJR 134) and House Joint Resolution 137 (HJR 137). These legislative proposals aim to fundamentally transform the gambling landscape in Texas by legalizing sports betting and casino gaming respectively. Exploring the resolutions’ objectives HJR 134, introduced by State Representative Sam Harless of
In a strategic location at the junction of U.S. Highway 60 and Wrights Landing Road, the new Owensboro Racing & Gaming complex officially opens on Wednesday, February 12. This sprawling 20-acre site is now home to a state-of-the-art facility designed to transform local entertainment and boost regional economic activity. The venue, complete with advanced gaming technology and multiple
Google is set to enforce a significant update to its Gambling and Games Advertising Policy, with new rules taking effect on April 14, 2025. The revised guidelines provide stricter definitions of gambling-related content, introduce expanded country-specific restrictions, and reinforce certification requirements for advertisers promoting gambling services. Stricter Definitions of Gambling Content One of the most
The 8th annual AskGamblers Awards have officially started, with nominations now open. The nomination phase opened on February 10, and all players registered on AskGamblers can now nominate their favorite operators and slots in four categories: Best Casino, Best New Casino, Best New Slot, and Best Sportsbook. The nominations will last until April 28 when
The Navajo Nation is preparing to open a second casino in Flagstaff, Arizona after it secured legal rights to build a gaming hall on a 13.79-acre site northeast of the city, Flagstaff Business News reported. The new casino will be constructed on land that once housed the Horsemen Lodge Steakhouse and the adjacent Flying Heart Stables.
Gaming solutions provider Uplatform said their booth at ICE Barcelona 2025 was ‘buzzing with energy’, and that response from attendees was ‘overwhelmingly positive’. With over 2,000 participants diving into its games and countless visitors stopping by, the company deemed its attendance ‘a hit’. According to a press release, Uplatform “kicked off the event with a bang