Archive for the ‘News’ Category

Illinois lawmakers could add internet gambling to state’s bevy of betting options

Proponents estimate the state would rake in $450 million in new tax revenue within a year of allowing Illinoisans to play casino games on their mobile devices, eventually generating up to $800 million a year.

Jan 3, 2025

Lesniak: Don’t raise tax on online gambling

Former NJ State Senator Ray Lesniak writes, “Recently legislative proposals have been made to increase taxes on online gaming. Big mistake.”

Dec 22, 2024

Daily Mail

How Paris Hilton, Drake, and NBA stars ‘create veneer of legitimacy’ for disputed sweepstakes casinos

In the eyes of many gaming corporations, not to mention lawsuit plaintiffs and state regulators, sweepstakes casinos act as traditional casinos, only without the oversight, consumer protections and tax laws.

Dec 16, 2024

Slot machines at a casino

Legal Sports Betting Is a Good Thing. Here’s Why.

Legal gaming is one of the most regulated industries in the U.S., and the industry itself invests heavily in responsible gaming initiatives to ensure that participants can engage in this activity positively.

Dec 13, 2024

Washington Post sweeps investigation

The ‘sweepstakes’ games that look a lot like online gambling

Millions of Americans are betting real money on online casino games marketed as “sweepstakes.” Users, regulators and the casino industry are fighting back.

Dec 11, 2024

FanDuel Sportsbook

FanDuel Introduces ‘My Spend’ Responsible Gaming Tool

As the betting industry continues to invest heavily in responsible gaming, FanDuel is introducing a new tool to help users track budgets, play stats, and more.

Dec 10, 2024