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A bill to legalize online casinos has been pre-filed in Virginia.

Virginia Advances Bill to Legalize Online Casinos in 2026 Session

Lawmakers in Virginia will soon begin debate on a bill to legalize online casinos in the commonwealth, which would include online poker

Posted on: January 8, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

Iowa looks to target illegal gambling in 2026.

Iowa Regulators Push Bill to Crack Down on Illegal Wagering Sites Operating in the State

Iowa is looking to follow the lead of several other states in going after companies that are operating illegal gambling sites in the Hawkeye State

Posted on: January 7, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

Indiana considers iLottery and online casinos.

Indiana Moves to Create iLottery and Legalize Online Casinos in 2026

Bills working their way through the Indiana statehouse would legalize online sales of Lottery tickets and legalize online gaming

Posted on: January 7, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

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Crown Coins Expands Online Slots Library for US Sweepstakes Casino Players

Explore the latest slot releases at Crown Coins Casino as the platform expands its US sweepstakes lineup with mobile optimization and variety.

Posted on: January 7, 2026 | | Wilson Oke

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Why Massachusetts Is Pumping the Brakes on Online Casino Legalization

The push to legalize online casinos in Massachusetts stalls as officials weigh lottery revenue risks and player protection concerns.

Posted on: January 7, 2026 | | Vanessa Philimore

New York under pressure to protect problem gamblers more.

New York Under Pressure to Enact Stronger Gambling Addiction Protections

As New York expands gambling options, pressure builds for the state to put in more protections to address problem gambling

Posted on: January 7, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

Sweeps casinos could be under even more pressure in 2026.

Sweepstakes Casinos in the US Face Even More Pressure in 2026

US sweepstakes casinos will be under more scrutiny in 2026, after operators were forced out of several states in 2025

Posted on: January 7, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

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Tennessee AG Moves to Shut Down Online Sweepstakes Casinos

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has ordered 38 online sweepstakes casinos to halt operations, citing illegal gambling practices.

Posted on: January 7, 2026 | | Vanessa Philimore

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US Online Casino Revenue Update: November Pullback Across Key States

US online casino revenue fell in November as Michigan and New Jersey declines outweighed record growth in Pennsylvania.

Posted on: January 6, 2026 | | J.R. Duren

NJ casino workers will see their wages rise in 2026.

New Jersey Casino Workers Making Minimum Wage See Major Boost

Thousands of workers at casinos in New Jersey will see their wages rise this year after the state boosted the minimum wage starting Jan. 1

Posted on: January 6, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

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Virginia Advances Bill to Legalize Online Casinos in 2026 Session

Iowa Regulators Push Bill to Crack Down on Illegal Wagering Sites Operating in the State

Indiana Moves to Create iLottery and Legalize Online Casinos in 2026

Crown Coins Expands Online Slots Library for US Sweepstakes Casino Players

Why Massachusetts Is Pumping the Brakes on Online Casino Legalization

New York Under Pressure to Enact Stronger Gambling Addiction Protections

Sweepstakes Casinos in the US Face Even More Pressure in 2026

Tennessee AG Moves to Shut Down Online Sweepstakes Casinos

US Online Casino Revenue Update: November Pullback Across Key States

New Jersey Casino Workers Making Minimum Wage See Major Boost

Iowa Regulators Push Bill to Crack Down on Illegal Wagering Sites Operating in the State

Indiana Moves to Create iLottery and Legalize Online Casinos in 2026

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