Grant Lucas, Author at Play USA

Virginia Sports Betting Finally Crosses Legal Finish Line

After several delays, sports betting in Virginia has been legalized. The industry could launch this year but a timeline has not officially been established.

Posted on: August 14, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

An Oregon Casino Could Be The First To Offer A Legal Sportsbook In The State

According to a representative with Chinook Winds Casino Resort, the tribal-owned property will add sports wagering "soon."

Posted on: July 6, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

By Adjusting Approaches And Expectations, Colorado Sportsbooks Begin To Thrive

Even during a pandemic, sports betting operators in Colorado have not been swayed away from opening locations — and they're beginning to flourish.

Posted on: June 7, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

PlayUSA Rewind: Caesars Agrees To Massive Takeover Of William Hill

The latest US gambling news includes Caesars acquiring William Hill, 5Dimes reaching a settlement and Nevada pushing post-PASPA handle to $25 billion.

Posted on: June 5, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

Michigan Online Gambling Scores Its First Partnerships. Who Will Follow?

PointsBet and The Stars Group gained market access to Michigan. With ample online gambling opportunities, they won't be the only two for long.

Posted on: March 25, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

Oregon Online Sportsbook Won’t Go Live Until The Fall

The Oregon Lottery has indicated its online sportsbook won't start on their initial target date. But it will introduce an online betting service, Scoreboard.

Posted on: March 7, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

Legal Online Gambling Seen In A New Light In Aftermath Of Shutdowns

Two years after the fall of PASPA, and amid the coronavirus pandemic, the value of legalized online gambling in the US becomes more apparent.

Posted on: December 21, 2021 | | Grant Lucas

PlayUSA Rewind: DraftKings Acquires SBTech, Becomes Publicly Traded Company

The latest US gambling news includes DraftKings completing its merger with SBTech and going public and Twin River Holdings acquiring Bally's Atlantic City.

Posted on: December 21, 2021 | | Grant Lucas

How Much Influence Will The Las Vegas Raiders Have On Nevada Sports Betting?

The Raiders are officially a Las Vegas team. But is the NFL in Vegas an ideal marriage? And how much will the Raiders influence NFL betting in Nevada?

Posted on: March 15, 2021 | | Grant Lucas

Colorado Sports Betting’s Success Raises Expectations For Future

Despite the coronavirus pandemic shutting down major sports, Colorado sports betting has found a way to flourish in its first few months. But how?

Posted on: July 25, 2020 | | Grant Lucas

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Virginia Sports Betting Finally Crosses Legal Finish Line

An Oregon Casino Could Be The First To Offer A Legal Sportsbook In The State

By Adjusting Approaches And Expectations, Colorado Sportsbooks Begin To Thrive

PlayUSA Rewind: Caesars Agrees To Massive Takeover Of William Hill

Michigan Online Gambling Scores Its First Partnerships. Who Will Follow?

Oregon Online Sportsbook Won’t Go Live Until The Fall

Legal Online Gambling Seen In A New Light In Aftermath Of Shutdowns

PlayUSA Rewind: DraftKings Acquires SBTech, Becomes Publicly Traded Company

How Much Influence Will The Las Vegas Raiders Have On Nevada Sports Betting?

Colorado Sports Betting’s Success Raises Expectations For Future

DraftKings, Underdog Among Five Companies To Submit Missouri Sports Betting Applications

Hard Rock Bet Launches Branded Slots Game, Offers Prizes for Trivia Glitch

These Online Casino Games Have The Best Opportunity To Win Life-Changing Jackpots

iGaming’s ‘Big Three’ States Exceed $200 Million Monthly Revenue For The First Time

The 2024 Election And What It Could Mean For The US Gaming Landscape

Macau’s Digital Currency Will Provide Lessons For US Online Casinos

Pennsylvania Players Recieve Early Holiday Present With Hollywood Casino App Launch

Horseshoe Online Casino Launches in New Jersey, Making 30 Operators in the Market

MONOPOLY Casino Replaces Virgin In New Jersey As Bally’s Seeks Niche For Secondary Brand