DraftKings and UFC, which have been partners since 2021, collaborated on a responsible gaming advertisement that aired on UFC 316 on June 7, 2025. The ad featured MMA commentator Jon Anik discussing the responsible gaming features at DraftKings. Viewers can expect to see the DraftKings UFC ad once again at UFC 318 on July 19th later this summer. The DraftKings UFC ad is part of a national awareness campaign to … Louisiana is getting closer to a ban on sweepstakes casinos after Senate Bill 181 (SB181) was unanimously approved (99-to-0) by the House a week ago. If SB181 is signed into law, sweepstakes casinos would be banned on August 1, 2025. This would make Louisiana the fourth state with an explicit ban on sweepstakes casinos, joining Montana, Washington, and Michigan. Here are some key events of how SB181 has progressed to … ESPN is launching a brand-new streaming service in Fall 2025. The unlimited package will feature everything that the ‘Worldwide Leader in Sports’ has to offer, including enhanced betting and statistical analysis. The hope is that these new betting features will drive more traffic to ESPN BET, leading to an increased market share nationwide. ESPN is currently keeping the specific details of the enhanced betting features under wraps, with more information … 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 it fair and legal. The unlicensed operators offered online casino … 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 is sparking talk about legalizing online casinos to make up … Popular sweepstakes casino operator Stake.us is facing a lawsuit in Alabama, which alleges that the site misled users into thinking it was available within the state as a legal platform. The suit, initiated by a few Alabama residents, calls for Stake.us to be banned from the state and pay back financial losses incurred by the plaintiffs. This suit challenges the legality of Stake.us’ sweepstakes model, comparing it to internet cafes, … Missouri online sports betting is expected to launch on December 1, 2025. Industry giant BetMGM solidified its position within the Missouri market after establishing a partnership with Century Casinos. This makes BetMGM one of the first operators that will set up shop in the Show Me State immediately at the launch date. BetMGM is one of the online sports betting industry leaders, while Century operates 11 casinos across the country. … 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 losing about $938,000. The DCP found that 108 users were … 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 over the potential legalization of online gambling in New York … According to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), online gaming revenue was $558.7 million for April 2025, which was a 10.7% increase from April of last year. The main driver for this growth was online casinos, with an uptick of 31.3% year-on-year. Sports betting saw a modest gain of 0.3% from April 2024, but there are encouraging signs of increased popularity for a couple of operators. Pennsylvania online casino revenue … Online casinos could be legalized in Ohio soon due to increased momentum following the introduction of two separate bills this month. Sen. Nathan Manning introduced Senate Bill 197 to the Ohio General Assembly, while Rep. Marilyn John and Rep. Brian Stewart brought forth House Bill 298. The push for online casinos in the Buckeye State comes with the goal of increased tax revenue and job creation. Both Senate Bill 197 … 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 150 games, licensed in all seven U.S. states with regulated …
DraftKings Partners With UFC for Responsible Gaming
Louisiana Moving Towards Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos
ESPN Adding New Betting Features to App
Six Unlicensed Sweeps Operators in Michigan End Services After Court Order
US Sports Betting Market Faces Major Tax-Hike Increase Efforts
Stake.us Facing Lawsuit in Alabama
BetMGM Partners with Century Casinos in Missouri
Connecticut iGaming Market Sees High 5 Games Exit After $1.4M Settlement
Las Vegas Sands Pivots Plans for $6B Casino Project As License Deadline Nears
Pennsylvania Online Gaming Revenue Increased in April
Online Casinos Could Be Legalized in Ohio Soon
White Hat Gaming Enters Land-Based Casinos Market In New Media Venture
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 could reshape how the NCAA handles gambling, aiming to balance … New York online sports betting had a successful April. There was a 4.8% increase in the New York mobile sports betting revenue from last year, per the New York State Gaming Commission. The Empire State’s betting handle is now up to $2.15 billion, a 9.6% increase from $1.96 billion in April 2024. Here is a comparison of some of the operators’ market share in New York in April: There was … FanDuel’s Real-Time Check-In was recently announced at SBC Americas in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida on May 14, 2025. The annual conference showcased some of the latest developments within the industry. Real-Time Check-In is a new responsible gaming (RG) tool that helps keep an eye on each user’s deposit habits as a way to ensure player safety. The hope is that this tool will help players check their spending at FanDuel. FanDuel’s … 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, positions Cohen to be awarded a casino license by the … 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 iGaming in key U.S. states is a factor, the emerging … BetMGM Poker has added its Pennsylvania customers to a growing multi-state pool covering Michigan and New Jersey. BetMGM PA online poker players can now compete in cash games and tournaments against players in Michigan and New Jersey. Players will be hoping that enlarged player liquidity brings bigger prizepools and guarantees. With more players, BetMGM Poker can offer bigger weekly guarantees and daily “Big Shot” tourneys. It will be a test … While more legal New York casinos are on the way, Las Vegas Sands will not be one of them. Despite previous interest to obtain a New York gambling license, the established global casino and resort company has withdrawn its bid. In a press release shared on Wednesday, April 23, Las Vegas Sands announced it will no longer pursue the opportunity to launch a casino at the site of Nassau Coliseum … April 2025: LR20CA was recently rejected by lawmakers in an April 23rd hearing, preventing an online launch in 2025. March 2025: Majority were against LR20CA during the General Affairs Committee. January 2025: There had been a push for online sports betting in Nebraska, with state senator Eliot Bostar introducing a bill known as LR20CA in January 2025. Despite some momentum to legalize online sports betting in Nebraska, this won’t be … 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 is the introduction of Allwyn’s popular game, Super Cash Bolt. … It is not going to be business as usual for Pennsylvania skill games, thanks to a proposed bill that aims to tax the unregulated gaming market by 16%. It is a bill that has, expectedly, split opinions among various stakeholders. The bill, promoted by Senators Gene Yaw and Elder Vogel, is set to introduce the state’s skills games market to a licensing and taxation scheme. Chief among its other proposals … Alberta has taken a major step towards creating a regulated online gambling market. The iGaming Alberta Act, Bill 48, has made significant gains in the Alberta gambling legislation process, leaving many observers hopeful for a more gambling-friendly market statewide. The bill most recently passed its second reading in the provincial Legislative Assembly. Next up is a debate at the full committee of all members of the legislative assembly. There’s a … New York Assemblyman Robert Carroll has rolled out a bold proposal to prevent players from excessive online sports wagering. If passed, this move will mark a major shift in the New York sports betting market. His draft legislation imposes strict laws targeting the amount and the frequency of bets that players can make online. A $5000 cap would be placed on daily deposits, and players would be limited to a …
NCAA’s Stance on Ban of Student-Athlete Sports Betting Could Flip
New York Online Sports Betting Handle Increases 9.6% in April
FanDuel Releases New Responsible Gaming Tool to Monitor Deposit Habits
Mets Billionaire Owner Gets One Step Closer to Building Casino in NY
Explosive Growth Projection for American iGaming Revenue
BetMGM Poker Expands US Player Pools as PA Joins Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement
Las Vegas Sands Drops New York Casino License Bid
Nebraska’s Online Sports Betting Push Stalls for 2025
Allwyn North America to Launch e-Instant Games in Washington, DC
Pennsylvania Skill Games Could be Taxed at 16%
Alberta iGaming Leglisation Takes Another Step Forward
New York Bill Proposes New Sports Betting Limits
The fiscal year 2024-2025 has brought about some interesting results for New York’s mobile sports betting market. This March, the New York sports handle rose by 20% from the previous year to $23.94 billion, marking a particularly strong year. The gross gaming revenue (GGR) hit $2.14 billion, representing a 21.6% rise, year-over-year. The numbers show robust player engagement all-year round, with the $1 billion monthly handle mark being surpassed during … The Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has just released the latest figures for New Jersey gambling revenue in March 2025. There are some interesting figures to analyze, but the total gaming revenue is up by 3.7% year-on-year to $546.1 million. The iGaming sector has seen the biggest rise in revenues, as the digital gaming world continues to skyrocket. March saw iGaming revenues hit $243.9 million, representing a 23.7% climb year-on-year. … The figures for Pennsylvania gaming revenue in March 2025 have just come in, highlighting a 3.6% year-on-year rise. But how are the key segments performing? From retail gaming to online gaming and sports betting, in this article, I’ll take a closer look at each. Retail gaming was the single biggest market for Pennsylvania in March, despite seeing a recent decline in year-on-year revenues. For example, revenue from retail slots declined … The latest attempt by Alabama’s lawmakers to authorize slot machines and a state lottery has been dismissed for having less than the required number of votes. It marks another potentially stalled attempt to change Alabama gambling regulations. The leader of the Senate, Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, has stated that the plans by Sen. Greg Albritton, R-Atmore, to muster enough votes to pass the regulation will come up … The Virginia sports betting market posted an impressive 11.12% hold rate for February, its highest recorded posting since September 2022. Its overall handle and revenue also experienced year-over-year growth, marking a remarkable year of growth. Once again, online sportsbooks brought in the most wagers, at 99.3%, showing that Virginia’s sports bettors continue to favor the convenience of mobile betting. Overall, sports betting brought in $556.8 million, which is 2.2% more …
Report: New York Mobile Sports Handle Rises 20% in March 2025
New Jersey iGaming Revenue Rockets 23.7% in March 2025
Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue up 3.6% for March 2025
Alabama Gambling Regulation Stalls in Senate Amid Lack of Votes
Virginia Sports Betting Hold Hits 11.1% in February 2025 – Second Highest Ever
