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
Cowlitz Tribe To Assume Full Management Of Ilani Casino In Washington
After six years of running ilani Casino Resort in Washington together, the Cowlitz Tribe and Mohegan Tribe will end their partnership next year.
Connecticut Lottery On The Hunt For New Sports Betting Partner
After parting ways with Rush Street Interactive, the Connecticut Lottery has opened requests for proposals for a new sports gambling partner.
Illinois Casinos Charge Into April After 12% March Revenue Growth
After a down February, Illinois casinos bounced back and generated $131 million in adjusted gross revenue, marking a 12.2% monthly increase.
Indiana Casinos Enjoy Double-Digit Revenue Growth In March
Indiana casinos had a solid March, racking up a total adjusted gross revenue topping $217 million, around a 10% monthly increase.
Everi And IGT Reveal New Games At Indian Gaming Tradeshow
IGT offered new Class II games and Everi introduced a new cabinet and new slot titles at the 2023 Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention.
NCPG Welcomes New Advisory Board Leadership
The National Council on Problem Gambling hired two new members to its advisory board, Chair Christopher Herbert and Vice Chair Martin Lycka.
