Jessica Welman, Author at Play USA

So Much For The NCAA’s Hard Line Against Sports Betting

After years of ardently fighting against sports betting, all it took was a single Supreme Court decision for the NCAA to completely change its tune about wagering.

Posted on: May 17, 2018 | | Jessica Welman

Golden Nugget Asks The Immortal Question: What’s In The Box?

From March 23-25, players at Golden Nugget NJ online casino could get a big bonus as a present, but first they have to open the mystery box.

Posted on: March 23, 2018 | | Jessica Welman

National Council On Problem Gaming Has A Better Idea For 1% Of Betting Revenue

The National Council on Problem Gambling has suggestions on sports betting regulation, including funding for RG programs and more consistent age restrictions.

Posted on: March 12, 2018 | | Jessica Welman

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Becky Harris Just Got Named The Most Powerful Woman In US Gambling

The new Nevada Gaming Control Board chairperson is the first-ever woman to fill the post, Becky Harris. The state Senator will resign from office to oversee gaming for the next year.

Posted on: January 12, 2018 | | Jessica Welman

Just When You Think RAWA Is Out, It Pulls You Back In Again

While other branches of the government are embracing online gambling, Senators Lindsey Graham and Dianne Feinstein keep trying to shut it down entirely.

Posted on: December 5, 2017 | | Jessica Welman

With The Year Wrapping Up, The Casino Industry Starts Planning For 2018

Pennsylvania is expanding its gambling offerings. Sports betting could become available nationwide. States and operators are starting to plan accordingly.

Posted on: November 17, 2017 | | Jessica Welman

Leon Tsoukernik Claims Just Overserved, Not Pilfering $3 Million In Aria Game

The high stakes cash game between poker pro Matt Kirk and casino owner Leon Tsoukernik at Aria is resulting in numerous lawsuits and finger pointing.

Posted on: November 10, 2017 | | Jessica Welman

Pennsylvania Has A New Law, New Casino, And $51 Million In Its Pocket

The gambling expansion bill has not been law for five days, but it is already making an impact in states beyond just Pennsylvania.

Posted on: November 3, 2017 | | Jessica Welman

US Casinos Are Probably Doing Better Than You Realize This Year

Thanks to growth across the nation and astrong performance from tribal casinos, 2017 could be a year for the revenue record books when it comes to gambling.

Posted on: October 23, 2017 | | Jessica Welman

Get Ready To Dive In To Shared Online Gambling Player Pools

Teaming up appears to be the way to really win. A look at sports books and online gambling and new shared player pools for online poker suggest just that.

Posted on: October 13, 2017 | | Jessica Welman