Industry Expertise
J.R. has covered gaming for more than a decade. He has more than 500 news bylines at PlayUSA alone.
J.R. Duren
Editorial Background
J.R. has served as an editor and reporter at a daily newspaper and at prominent personal finance sites such as Investopedia and CNN Underscored.
Awards & Achievements
He's won three Florida Press Club Excellence in Journalism awards.
PlayUSA Specialities
Breaking news on gambling revenue, iGaming legislation, state launches of legal betting products
Posts by J.R. Duren
US Online Casinos Set Monthly Revenue Record With $934M December
The US online casinos market set a new monthly revenue record in December and is edging closer to a $1 billion month in 2026.
From the Super Bowl to Trump: Why These Prediction Market Contracts Are Surging
From the Super Bowl to Trump impeachment odds, see why these Kalshi contracts are trending — and what it says about prediction markets’ rapid growth.
Online Casinos in Maine: What This Means for Tribal Revenue and State Policy
Maine’s new iGaming law isn’t just about online casinos—it’s a potential blueprint for tribal economic growth.
Three Key Advantages of Parimutuel-Powered Games Over Traditional Online Gambling
Discover three advantages of parimutuel-powered games: player-driven odds, dynamic payouts, and legal alternatives in states without online gambling.
How to Use Prediction Markets Legally in Restricted States
Learn how to legally engage with sports events in states where betting is illegal. Explore prediction markets and understand how they work.
US Online Casino Revenue Update: November Pullback Across Key States
US online casino revenue fell in November as Michigan and New Jersey declines outweighed record growth in Pennsylvania.
