By Sadonna Price Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission Fines Casinos and Sportsbook March 8, 2023 Summary Diamond Jo Worth Casino allowed underage gaming last year Horseshoe Casino Council Bluffs failed to provide self-exclusion services to a patron Rush Street Interactive allowed credit card transactions which violated protocols The Iowa Racing and Gaming Association was busy this past week handing out several fines to gambling operators. Two Iowa casinos were fined […]
By Sadonna Price Play’n GO Approved for iGaming in Connecticut March 1, 2023 Summary The provider already operates in NJ, MI, and WV. Momentum is growing for Play’n GO in North America. Games are already set up to break the top 10 popular titles in the region. Play’n GO is an award-winning software developer known for creating the best gaming content for real money online casino sites. The […]
By Sadonna Price Officials Bust Illegal Gambling Operation in Lansing, Michigan February 24, 2023 Summary Anonymous tips led to the bust Cozy Barcade was the affected business Cash and gaming machines were seized in the raid. Illegal gambling establishments are an issue in several states across the US, especially in areas where gambling is not heavily offered or illegal in general. In Michigan, players have access to online and […]
By Sadonna Price Ohio Gambling Tax Rate Change and Problem Gambling Calls Under Consideration February 22, 2023 Summary Governor Mike DeWine wants to increase the tax rate from 10% to 20%. Focus remained on the numerous calls to gambling helplines in January 2023. The increase in calls came as the state welcomed sports betting. Yesterday, lawmakers in Ohio met to discuss the Casino Control Commissions budget proposal. All the details are important, […]
By Sadonna Price Hawaii Senator Sheds Light On Proposal To Ban Gambling Ads February 21, 2023 Summary Sen. Stanley Chang clarified that the main goal of his Bill is to combat problem gambling The Democrat Senator said it was not his intention to discourage Hawaiians from visiting Nevada The Bill was forwarded to the full Senate last week A new bill that looks to ban gambling ads Hawaii has been approved […]
By Sadonna Price NYSRA & Elys Game Call for Expanded Sports Betting Licensing February 3, 2023 On-site betting would increase the restaurant industry’s economic arsenal. Profits have dropped over the past few years for restaurants after COVID-19. The association says sports fans are hungry for more sports betting options. Sports betting is big business in New York and restaurants want in. The New York State Restaurant Association recently started lobbying local […]
By Sadonna Price Ohio Casino Control Commission Fines Caesars Sportsbook $150K January 19, 2023 Ads failed to include messaging for responsible gambling. A problem gambling hotline was also missing. Sports betting just recently launched in the state. Ohio Sports betting regulators in the state are not messing around when it comes to compliance. The new industry is just a couple of weeks old and already an operator has been […]
By Sadonna Price Hawaii Lawmakers Propose Gambling Legislation for Oahu January 11, 2023 The push comes at a time when illegal gambling is an issue. More than 7,200 illegal gambling rooms are in operation. Lawmakers want to create a safe and regulated market. Representatives John Mizuno and Daniel Holt of Hawaii recently introduced legislation to legalize poker and sports betting in Oahu, Hawaii. The area is ripe with […]
By Sadonna Price New York Legislation Would Allow Convicted Felons to Work in Casinos December 9, 2022 Summary Governor Kathy Hochul must decide if she will sign the legislation. Current laws ban casinos from hiring a convicted felon. Conservatives are against the measure. Legislation regarding casino gaming in New York is currently under review by Governor Kathy Hochul. A bipartisan bill S1443B passed within the Senate and Assembly earlier this year and […]
By Sadonna Price Major Changes Ahead in ND As Tribes Sign New Gaming Compacts December 6, 2022 Summary Mobile betting can occur within tribal lands. Online gambling may eventually move to the entire state. Legal changes are needed to make such changes to gaming laws. Governor Doug Burgum has agreed to a tall order in the state, having signed new gaming compacts with five tribal nations in North Dakota (Turtle Mountain Band […]
