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NCPG Hands Out Grants For Responsible Gambling Efforts

Recipients Announced For NCPG’s Spring Round Of Responsible Gambling Grants

The National Council on Problem Gambling announced recipients of the Spring 2023 Agility Grants. $193K will be awarded to five organizations.

Posted on: June 26, 2023 | | Christine Won

New York Assembly Chamber at the state Capitol where currently a responsible gambling bill is being considered

New York Responsible Gambling Bill Still Awaiting Fate

A bill to create a Problem Gambling Advisory Council in NY is pending in the state Assembly. A similar bill was vetoed last year by the gov.

Posted on: June 26, 2023 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Fanatics Marketing Problem Will Only Get Worse

Fanatics Sportsbook’s Marketing Problem Will Only Get More Dicey

How will Fanatics' sportsbook use the mammoth database of sports-fan customers and information based on purchases of their team loyalties?

Posted on: June 26, 2023 | | Steve Friess

WSOP To Celebrate The Life Of Doyle Brunson At Horseshoe Las Vegas On July 2

An event will pay tribute to poker legend Doyle Brunson and will feature cherished memories from Brunson's closest friends and family.

Posted on: June 26, 2023 | | Marc Meltzer

Photo Rendering of The Avenir Crown At Night with New York City casino bid

Manhattan Mogul Larry Silverstein Joins Race For New York City Casino

Silverstein Properties announced plans to build Avenir - a hotel, casino, entertainment, and residential complex on vacant land in Manhattan.

Posted on: June 23, 2023 | | Katarina Vojvodic

Jackpocket Launches Lottery Games In Nebraska

US lottery courier Jackpocket announces Nebraska launch. The company now operates in 16 states including New York and New Jersey.

Posted on: June 22, 2023 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Basketball with Mandalay Bay and NBA Logos for upcoming NBA Con event

NBA Con And Summer League Coming To Las Vegas In July

The first NBA Con for fans will complement the annual NBA Summer League that's set in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas casino in early July.

Posted on: June 20, 2023 | | Marc Meltzer

security camera represents advancements in surveillance technologies that gambling companies can use

Cameras Can Make Gambling More Intelligent If Used To Full Potential

For gambling companies, the basic tool of the camera can deliver so many valuable assets when paired with the right technology

Posted on: June 16, 2023 | | Derek Helling

Smoking Lit Cigarette Close Up with 5 states fighting for casino smoking ban

Some States Are Still Looking To Ban Indoor Casino Smoking

Smoking in casinos is becoming an issue again as several US jurisdictions with casinos are considering bans or lifting bans in place.

Posted on: June 15, 2023 | | Omotayo Olayinka

SciPlay Reviews Light & Wonder Takeover Offer

SciPlay Committee To Review $422 Million Takeover Offer From Light & Wonder

SciPlay Corp. forms special committee to evaluate takeover offer from Light & Wonder. L&W aims to acquire remaining equity stake in SciPlay.

Posted on: June 8, 2023 | | Nicholaus Garcia

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Recipients Announced For NCPG’s Spring Round Of Responsible Gambling Grants

New York Responsible Gambling Bill Still Awaiting Fate

Fanatics Sportsbook’s Marketing Problem Will Only Get More Dicey

WSOP To Celebrate The Life Of Doyle Brunson At Horseshoe Las Vegas On July 2

Manhattan Mogul Larry Silverstein Joins Race For New York City Casino

Jackpocket Launches Lottery Games In Nebraska

NBA Con And Summer League Coming To Las Vegas In July

Cameras Can Make Gambling More Intelligent If Used To Full Potential

Some States Are Still Looking To Ban Indoor Casino Smoking

SciPlay Committee To Review $422 Million Takeover Offer From Light & Wonder

DraftKings, Underdog Among Five Companies To Submit Missouri Sports Betting Applications

Hard Rock Bet Launches Branded Slots Game, Offers Prizes for Trivia Glitch

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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