Industry News

By: Grant MitchellSTUDY: Illegal Platforms Accounts for 71% of EU Gambling Activity
The report noted that 92 percent of gambling-related content presented to EU consumers was linked to illegal operators.

By: Grant MitchellTimes Square Casino Pledges $15 Million to Build Civil Rights Museum
The pledge was championed by Rev. Al Sharpton, a renowned social justice activist and the founder of the National Action Network civil rights organization.

By: Grant MitchellBoyd Gaming Partners With Fanatics for Missouri Sports Betting Launch
The deal between Boyd Gaming and Fanatics comes about three weeks before the first deadline, Sept. 12, for tethered license applicants.

By: Grant MitchellPublic Praises Resorts World New York City Casino In First License Meeting
The casino proposal received strong public support from local leaders, officeholders, and groups during its first public hearing last Wednesday.

By: Grant MitchellPennsylvania July Gaming Revenue Soars Thanks to 31% YoY iGaming Growth
The continued growth of the state’s gaming market was powered by a dominant month of iGaming, which reached $228.2 million in adjusted gross gaming revenue.

By: Grant MitchellNew York Democratic Mayoral Nominee Zohran Mamdani Won’t Block Casinos
While the New York mayoral election will happen before the casino licensees are announced, Mamdani has promised to take action against the new gambling dens.

By: Grant MitchellCiti Field Casino Has “Very Good Shot” of Approval, NY Senator Says
State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, who is running for Manhattan borough president, confirmed the project has gained lots of momentum.

By: Grant MitchellAtlanta’s Echo Park Speedway Wants to House Casino Despite Illegal Status
Georgia’s only forms of legal gambling are through the state lottery and bingo games or raffles hosted by non-profit organizations.

By: Grant MitchellReno Police Release Footage from Deadly Casino Shootout That Killed Three
Hawver wheeled and fired four rounds into the patrol car before retreating to cover behind nearby trucks, at which time a shootout commenced.

By: Grant MitchellCharlemagne Tha God, Fat Joe Testify in Support of Times Square Casino
Wednesday was the first day of a public comment period during which locals could voice their support or concern for the $5.4 billion project.