Steve Ruddock, Author at Play USA

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.

Posted on: October 9, 2023 | | 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.

Posted on: October 9, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

Why Poker Is Primed And Ready For A Mini-Boom

There are a lot of moving parts, but a mini-poker-boom could be right around the corner thanks to a shift in the way poker is being marketed.

Posted on: October 6, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

Don’t Panic: Sports Betting Laws Will Have Almost No Effect On Your Office Pool

NCAA brackets have become part of American culture, but participating in these pools does constitute illegal sports betting in most states.

Posted on: October 3, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

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Is Mobile Sports Betting Legalization Better Done Correctly Than Quickly?

The proverbial sports betting floodgates were opened when the Supreme Court repealed PASPA. But are states making a mistake by rushing legislation?

Posted on: October 3, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

Absurd Gambling Revenue Projections Are Comical, But Dangerous

Unreachable revenue goals in New Jersey set back online gambling legalization efforts, and now sports betting bills are starting to make their own outrageous claims.

Posted on: October 3, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

MGM Really Wants You To Know It Is More Than Just A Casino Company

MGM has launched a new corporate branding campaign called Welcome to the Show. The campaign is designed to highlight the company's entertainment options.

Posted on: October 2, 2023 | | 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.

Posted on: October 2, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

Virtual Sports Might Be Splashing Down In Oregon

The Oregon Lottery is in the early stages of adding virtual sports to its catalog of lottery products, which could also open the door for an online lottery.

Posted on: September 28, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

Rivers Schenectady Showing Up Turning Stone As The Poker Place In NY

River Schenectady made its mark on the NY casino poker scene with its Capital Poker Classic. It drew over 1,000 players and almost tripled its guarantee.

Posted on: September 28, 2023 | | Steve Ruddock

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Posts by Steve Ruddock:

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

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

Why Poker Is Primed And Ready For A Mini-Boom

Don’t Panic: Sports Betting Laws Will Have Almost No Effect On Your Office Pool

Is Mobile Sports Betting Legalization Better Done Correctly Than Quickly?

Absurd Gambling Revenue Projections Are Comical, But Dangerous

MGM Really Wants You To Know It Is More Than Just A Casino Company

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

Virtual Sports Might Be Splashing Down In Oregon

Rivers Schenectady Showing Up Turning Stone As The Poker Place In NY

Why You’ll Never Need To Worry About Ad Blockers At Online Casinos

How Much Tax Revenue Is Missouri Missing Out on by Launching Sports Betting in December?

Golden Nugget Online Casino Launches 350-Spin Offer

iGaming’s ‘Big Three’ States Exceed $200 Million Monthly Revenue For The First Time

The 2024 Election And What It Could Mean For The US Gaming Landscape

Macau’s Digital Currency Will Provide Lessons For US Online Casinos

Pennsylvania Players Recieve Early Holiday Present With Hollywood Casino App Launch

Horseshoe Online Casino Launches in New Jersey, Making 30 Operators in the Market

MONOPOLY Casino Replaces Virgin In New Jersey As Bally’s Seeks Niche For Secondary Brand