Steve Friess, Author at Play USA

BetMGM’s Online Poker Has A Quitting Problem For Problem Gamblers

There are a couple of quirks with BetMGM’s poker app that raise questions about the company’s commitment to preventing addiction.

Posted on: April 18, 2023 | | Steve Friess

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UNLV’s iGaming Payments Study May Be History’s Most Important Gambling Addiction Research

Sightline data shows that "payments can help identify markers of harm," in new UNLV study of problem gambling behavior.

Posted on: April 13, 2023 | | Steve Friess

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Betting Operators Need To End College Tie-Ins Now Before Lawmakers Do

It is on casino and sports betting operators to discontinue partnerships with colleges where the vast majority of students are underage.

Posted on: April 11, 2023 | | Steve Friess

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Unpopular Opinion: This Year’s March Madness Sucked

My lack of enthusiasm this year is not unusual. TV ratings for the Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight games fell 6 percent from last year.

Posted on: April 4, 2023 | | Steve Friess

Lifelong Gambler Breaks New Ground In Prestigious White House Appointment

Asher, President of sports betting at IGT, will preside over the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars for the next 6 years.

Posted on: March 30, 2023 | | Steve Friess

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How The Media Gets The Tarkanian Story Wrong In Its NCAA-Vegas Coverage

During March Madness, Tarkanian wishes the media would focus more on the unfair and difficult conditions perpetuated by the NCAA.

Posted on: March 28, 2023 | | Steve Friess

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Hollywood Shows Its Vegas Problem Again With ‘Elvis,’ ‘Poker Face’ And ‘Hacks’

Vegas is often documented inaccurately in Hollywood films and TV from geography to historical references. Here are some new instances.

Posted on: March 23, 2023 | | Steve Friess

A Gambler’s Love Letter To March Madness

A decade ago, I knew little and cared even less about March Madness. Now it's my most wonderful time of the year.

Posted on: March 21, 2023 | | Steve Friess

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The Next Mayor Of Las Vegas Refuses To Leave Anything To Chance

Former Congresswoman and current educator Shelley Berkley seems to be in prime position to be elected the next mayor of Las Vegas

Posted on: March 16, 2023 | | Steve Friess

March Madness bracket advice from Elaine Wynn

March Madness Maniac Elaine Wynn Offers Some NCAA Bracket Advice

With a long history and love of college basketball, Elaine Wynn offers her advice on 2023 March Madness brackets, including Duke.

Posted on: March 14, 2023 | | Steve Friess

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Posts by Steve Friess:

BetMGM’s Online Poker Has A Quitting Problem For Problem Gamblers

UNLV’s iGaming Payments Study May Be History’s Most Important Gambling Addiction Research

Betting Operators Need To End College Tie-Ins Now Before Lawmakers Do

Unpopular Opinion: This Year’s March Madness Sucked

Lifelong Gambler Breaks New Ground In Prestigious White House Appointment

How The Media Gets The Tarkanian Story Wrong In Its NCAA-Vegas Coverage

Hollywood Shows Its Vegas Problem Again With ‘Elvis,’ ‘Poker Face’ And ‘Hacks’

A Gambler’s Love Letter To March Madness

The Next Mayor Of Las Vegas Refuses To Leave Anything To Chance

March Madness Maniac Elaine Wynn Offers Some NCAA Bracket Advice

Proposed Draft Rules Would End Blackjack At California Cardrooms

Stronach Group Plans One Final Run Of Races At Golden Gate Fields

Tennessee Collects $4.4 Million In Sports Betting Taxes For August

Proposed Draft Rules Would End Blackjack At California Cardrooms

Steve Friess: Integrity In Sports Betting Is More About Betting, Less About Sports

Gambling Regulators Would Help Gaming Companies By Banning Celebrity Ads

Urban One And CDI Meet With Richmond Residents About Casino Plans

Caesars Offers Early App Registration Bonus In Kentucky

Groundbreaking Ceremony For Oklahoma Casino Expansion On Sept. 22