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Allwyn North America to Launch e-Instant Games in Washington, DC
Gaming fans in the nation's capital are getting a new option for entertainment. The DC Lottery is expanding its offerings through a new partnership with Allwyn North America. This collaboration will usher in a new era for Washington, DC users, granting them access to a library of e-instant games tailored specifically to their preferences. At the forefront of this initiative ...
Explosive Growth Projection for American iGaming Revenue
The American iGaming market is poised for explosive growth, with projections indicating it will reach a staggering $56.3 billion in gross gaming revenue (GGR) by 2028. This figure, forecasted by Vixio, a leading regulatory intelligence provider, has the Americas in position to surpass Europe’s regulated online gambling market in coming years. While the expansion of legalization of sports betting and ...
Mets Billionaire Owner Gets One Step Closer to Building Casino in NY
New York Mets owner Steve Cohen moved closer to realizing his vision of an $8 billion casino and entertainment complex in Queens. On May 14, 2025, the New York State Assembly voted 138-7 to pass a bill allowing the use of a 50-acre city-owned parkland near Citi Field for the project, known as Metropolitan Park. The legislation, a critical step, ...
NCAA's Stance on Ban of Student-Athlete Sports Betting Could Flip
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) may soon let student-athletes, coaches, and staff bet on pro sports. Rules currently ban betting on sports like football, basketball, baseball, and golf to keep games fair. In April, the NCAA’s Division I Board voted 21-1 to consider ending this ban for pro sports. A final decision is set for late June. This change ...
White Hat Gaming Enters Land-Based Casinos Market In New Media Venture
White Hat Studios, a leading online gaming content provider, has entered the U.S. land-based casino market through a partnership with Gaming Arts, a supplier of casino gaming technology. This marks the company’s first expansion into physical casinos, moving beyond its digital platforms. White Hat is among the top three U.S. online gaming providers by gross gaming revenue. It offers over ...
Las Vegas Sands Pivots Plans for $6B Casino Project As License Deadline Nears
Las Vegas Sands Corp. has explored a $6 billion casino and resort project at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, as part of its bid for one of three downstate casino licenses. The company aimed to develop a five-star resort with hotel rooms, entertainment venues, and community spaces. However, in April 2025, Las Vegas Sands withdrew its bid, citing concerns ...
Connecticut iGaming Market Sees High 5 Games Exit After $1.4M Settlement
High 5 Games, an online gaming company, will pay $1.44 million to settle claims it ran an unlicensed online casino in Connecticut. The state’s Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) said the High 5 Casino platform broke gaming laws by offering casino games without a license. Around 1,100 Connecticut residents have used the unlicensed platform since March 2023, with 911 users ...
US Sports Betting Market Faces Major Tax-Hike Increase Efforts
Several states want to increase taxes on sports betting to help with budget problems. North Carolina, Maryland, Louisiana, Ohio, and New Jersey are working on bills to raise tax rates. The extra tax revenue would pay for schools, roads, and other public needs. However, betting companies say higher taxes could mean less profit and fewer deals for customers. This conflict ...
Six Unlicensed Sweeps Operators in Michigan End Services After Court Order
Recently, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) ordered six unlicensed sweepstakes casino operators to stop their services in the state. These operators broke rules set by the Michigan Lawful Internet Gaming Act and the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act. They also violated parts of the Michigan Penal Code. The MGCB oversees all gaming in Michigan and works to keep ...
FanDuel Illinois Players Set to Pay New 'Per Bet' Fee After Tax Hike
FanDuel, owned by Flutter Entertainment, announced a new $0.50 transaction fee on every bet placed in Illinois, effective September 1, 2025. This fee directly offsets the new tax imposed by HB 4951. According to a statement from Flutter Entertainment, the company decided to pass the tax cost to customers to maintain its financial stability in the state. Flutter emphasized that ...
iGaming Advocacy Group Challenges NY Sweeps Casino Ban
Early in June, New York Attorney General Letitia James took action against 26 online sweepstakes casino operators. Her office, working with the New York State Gaming Commission, sent cease-and-desist letters to these companies. These platforms offer games like slots, table games, and sports betting using virtual coins that players can exchange for cash or prizes. New York law says online ...
50+ Sweeps Casinos Receive Legal Action From Louisiana and Mississippi
Louisiana and Mississippi acted against illegal online sweepstakes casinos in June 2025. More than 50 sweeps casinos received legal action earlier this month, setting the stage for reform in the iGaming industry. The Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) sent over 40 cease-and-desist orders to unlicensed sweepstakes and offshore betting sites. Meanwhile, Mississippi’s Gaming Commission (MGC) issued 10 orders, with some ...
May Sparks Huge Growth in Michigan iGaming Market in Year-Over-Year Report
Michigan’s internet gaming and sports betting operators earned $301.4 million in gross revenue in May 2025, according to the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). This is a 25.9% jump from $239.5 million in May 2024 and a 3.7% increase from April 2025’s $290.7 million. The adjusted gross revenue reached $271.8 million, with iGaming at $236.2 million and sports betting at ...
California Sweeps Casino Ban On Table Alongside Tribal Support
California lawmakers have introduced a bill called AB 831. It aims to stop online sweepstakes casinos and some fantasy sports platforms from operating without more regulatory oversight. Assemblymember Avelino Valencia leads this effort, with the support of tribal nations and the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA). AB 831 defines fantasy sports and sweeps casinos as sites offering games of ...
Massachusetts iGaming Options Receive Regulation Considerations from Lawmakers
Massachusetts lawmakers are working to expand gaming options for residents. They want to legalize online casino gaming, known as iGaming, to increase state tax revenue. Two bills, House Bill 332 and Senate Bill 235, are being reviewed. On June 23, 2025, the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a public hearing to discuss these proposals. No final ...
Underdog Fantasy Loses Lawsuit, California AG Issues DFS Opinion
Underdog Fantasy, a company that runs online fantasy sports games, asked a court in Sacramento County on June 30, 2025, to stop California’s Attorney General, Rob Bonta, from sharing a legal opinion. His opinion is that daily fantasy sports (DFS), where players pick teams and win money based on real sports results, is against the law. Underdog wanted to keep ...
Sweeps Casinos in Arizona Receive Second Wave of Cease and Desist Letters
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) sent orders to seven illegal gambling websites in late June. The orders claimed the sweepstakes casinos were running without state approval. The ADG aims to stop them to keep Arizona residents safe from scams and protect the state’s economy. The orders demand that these sites stop all gambling activities for Arizona users immediately. This ...
Research Into Problem Gaming Throughout US Military Emerges With Bipartisan Support
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) sees a problem as U.S. military service members and veterans' risk of gambling addiction is higher than others. One study found that military personnel’s problem gambling scores were double the rate for civilians, while another found that 40% of veterans seeking treatment for a gambling problem attempted suicide. The studies highlight the challenges ...
Fanatics Sportsbook Illinois to Add $0.25 Fee Per Bet This Fall
Starting this fall, Fanatics Sportsbook will charge a $0.25 fee on every bet placed by customers in Illinois. This fee comes from a new state tax, effective July 1, 2025, which charges sportsbooks $0.25 per bet for the first 20 million bets each year. After that, the tax rises to $0.50 per bet. Fanatics expects to stay below 20 million ...
Maine Governor Defers Action on Online Casino Bill
Maine lawmakers passed LD 1164 in June 2025 to legalize online casino gaming. The bill gives exclusive rights to four tribes: Penobscot Nation, Passamaquoddy Tribe, Mi’kmaq Nation, and Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians. Each tribe would get one license to run online casinos with partners like DraftKings and Caesars. However, LD1164 is set to sit until January 2026 since Governor ...