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
Elys Lands Multiyear Partnership With Caesars For Colorado Sports Betting
Elys announced a multiyear market access partnership with Caesars Entertainment that will allow it to launch a sportsbook in Colorado.
ECU Professor Uses Grant Money For Gambling Research Initiative
Dr. Michelle Malkin, an assistant professor at East Carolina University, launched a new program to research gambling trends in North Carolina.
Koi Nation Preps For Another Hurdle In Pursuit Of California Casino
Koi Nation's plans to build Shiloh Casino & Resort in Windsor will undergo a public hearing with results from an environmental impact study.
Maryland Casino Revenue Stumbles Year-On-Year In October
Maryland's six casinos generated $159.8 million in revenue from slots and table games, down more than $52 million from October 2022.
IGT Extends Contract With South Dakota Lottery, Launches Ticket Scan
IGT announced a contract extension with the South Dakota Lottery for five years. And the launch of a new online feature, Scan and Redeem.
Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban Pitches Idea For Texas Casino
The outspoken owner of the Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, voiced his support for Texas casino gambling at the Chase Make Your Move Summit.
