Steve Ruddock, Author at Play USA

With Its Selection Of Kambi, Penn National Will ‘Own Its Own Destiny’

Sports betting supplier Kambi Group and regional US gaming operator Penn National Gaming have formalized an exclusive, long-term partnership. Read More

Posted on: August 15, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

Anatomy Of A Merger Part III: Caesars, Eldorado & How Sports Betting Fits

The proposed mega-merger of Eldorado and Caesars would create a casino juggernaut, but it would also create a sports betting giant. Read More

Posted on: July 25, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

PA Online Sports Betting Off To A Solid Start, But Can It Mimic NJ Success?

Pennsylvania's online sports betting industry is off and running, but it will need to overcome several hurdles to repeat New Jersey's success. Read More

Posted on: July 24, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

Pennsylvania Maintains Its Spot As Second Largest US Gambling Market

In the 13 years since the first casino opened its doors the state of Pennsylvania has grown into the country’s second-largest gambling market, trailing only Nevada. And I’m happy to report that the industry is showing no signs of slowing down. In the latest fiscal year revenue reports (July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019), […] Read More

Posted on: July 22, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

Anatomy Of A Merger Part II: Online Implications For Eldorado-Caesars

The merger of Eldorado Resorts and Caesars Entertainment creates a gaming giant. But fitting in all the companies' online components won't be easy. Read More

Posted on: July 9, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

California Cardrooms Score A Victory In Ongoing Fight With Gaming Tribes

A District Court Judge has dismissed a suit filed by three California tribes alleging the state's cardrooms are illegally offering certain card games. Read More

Posted on: July 2, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

Anatomy Of A Merger Part I: Caesars Will Be A Land-Based Casino Giant

The mega-merger between Eldorado Resorts and Caesars Entertainment will create the largest casino company in the world. Here's how that will likely look. Read More

Posted on: June 26, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

Research And Consulting Firms H2, PPAG Join Forces For US Sports Betting Market

The leading global gambling research company and the firm that spearheaded efforts to legalize online gambling and sports betting in NJ are teaming up. Read More

Posted on: June 14, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

Massachusetts Sports Betting: Are Stakeholders On The Same Page?

Pundits are optimistic about Massachusetts's sports betting prospects following a two-day hearing and a letter from the state's casinos. But should they be? Read More

Posted on: June 11, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

What’s Good & Bad About PA’s New Online Gambling Self-Exclusion Program

Breaking down all the details of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board's (PGCB) new online gambling self-exclusion program--and where it falls short. Read More

Posted on: June 7, 2019 | | Steve Ruddock

Steve Ruddock

With Its Selection Of Kambi, Penn National Will ‘Own Its Own Destiny’

Anatomy Of A Merger Part III: Caesars, Eldorado & How Sports Betting Fits

PA Online Sports Betting Off To A Solid Start, But Can It Mimic NJ Success?

Pennsylvania Maintains Its Spot As Second Largest US Gambling Market

Anatomy Of A Merger Part II: Online Implications For Eldorado-Caesars

California Cardrooms Score A Victory In Ongoing Fight With Gaming Tribes

Anatomy Of A Merger Part I: Caesars Will Be A Land-Based Casino Giant

Research And Consulting Firms H2, PPAG Join Forces For US Sports Betting Market

Massachusetts Sports Betting: Are Stakeholders On The Same Page?

What’s Good & Bad About PA’s New Online Gambling Self-Exclusion Program

PlayUSA Rewind: Illinois Extends Online Betting Registration Period Again

How Much Influence Will The Las Vegas Raiders Have On Nevada Sports Betting?

DraftKings’ Sportsbook Director On Business, Underdogs, Home-field Booming

Park MGM To Become First Smoke-Free Casino On Vegas Strip

PlayUSA Rewind: Fewer People Expected To Bet On NFL, New York Casinos Approved For Relaunch