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Former FanDuel Exec. Named SGLA Managing Director
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Former FanDuel Exec. Named SGLA Managing Director

The SGLA has named Sean Ostrow their new Managing Director.
Oct 18, 2025
Industry
NY Senator Wants to Accelerate Casino Licensing
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New York Senator Calls for Faster Casino License Application Reviews

The Gaming Facility Location Board (GFLB) is expected to announce the fates of the three casino license applicants by Dec. 1.
Oct 17, 2025
Industry
NY Casinos Submit Supplemental Info
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New York Casino Groups Submit Supplemental Applications following MGM’s Withdrawal

Supplemental applications contain additional information on the casino proposals, such as finances, community plans, and revenues projections.
Oct 16, 2025
Industry
MGM Drops Yonkers Casino Bid
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

MGM Shockingly Drops Bid for NY Casino, Mayor Declares “Betrayal”

The gaming giant’s application had long been considered a frontrunner for approval since it already maintains a racino in downstate New York.
Oct 14, 2025
Industry
Newsom Signs California Sweepstakes Casino Ban
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

California Gov. Newsom Signs Bill to Shut Down Sweepstakes Casinos

Sweepstakes casino operators, supplies, and affiliates are able to be punished under the scope of the law moving forward.
Oct 13, 2025
Industry
Kansas Casinos Continue to Grow
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Kansas Casinos Continue to Grow Year-Over-Year, But Monthly Revenue Drops

According to the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission’s monthly revenue report, the state’s four casinos generated $33.1 million, a 2.7% YoY increase.
Oct 10, 2025
Industry
Springfield Official Calls for $3 Million in Funds
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Mass. Councilor Calls for Restoration of $3 Million in Casino Funding

Springfield has received the funds since 2015. They have been used on projects such as public safety, transportation, infrastructural maintenance, and more.
Oct 10, 2025
Industry
NY Board Holds First Casino Review
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New York Board Holds First Casino License Application Review Meeting

Eight casino projects went before six-member Community Advisory Committees, each of which was responsible for voting to recommend or reject the proposals.
Oct 10, 2025
Industry
Golden Gate Fully Wipes Human Dealers
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Golden Gate Casino Fully Eliminates Human Dealers for Electronic Machines

Co-owner Derek Stevens said that the sharp deviation from the casino’s rich history began during COVID but only recently gained media attention.
Oct 08, 2025
Industry
Kalshi Sues Ohio Regulator
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Ohio Casino Control Commission Sued by Kalshi for Threatening its Business

The company states that it would suffer financial and reputational damage if potential business partners “with millions of active users” adhered to the OCCC’s warning.
Oct 07, 2025
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