In its 2024 wagering update, the Illinois Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability noted expansion in a number of gaming-related industries The report provides information on the Lottery, horse racing, video gaming, sports betting, and casino operations throughout the state During the first eleven months of 2024, Illinois'..

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Scientific Games have announced a ground-breaking partnership to provide NBA-themed scratch games in US lotteries This creative collaboration will offer fans exclusive promotions and rewards associated with their preferred teams, fusing the thrill of the NBA with lottery games The Massachusetts..

In terms of casino tax revenue for 2023, Pennsylvania led all US states, according to a recent report by Doc's Sports Service Nevada's $12 billion and New York's $2 billion were surpassed by the state's remarkable $23 billion Doug Harbach, Communications Director for the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, highlighted the state’s unique tax..

By hiring James Hartmann and Louis Trombetta as Directors of Government Relations, FanDuel has strengthened its government relations staff The company's relationships in both established and growing markets are intended to be strengthened by these additions Cesar Fernandez, FanDuel's Head of State Government Relations, expressed enthusiasm for..

The regulation of skill games has been rekindled when a Pennsylvania court overturned a Philadelphia rule that prohibited them in the majority of establishments The Commonwealth Court's ruling on December 6 is a blow to local government and the gambling industry, but it also represents a major legal win for skill-game operators Slot machines..

Soccerverse is getting ready to launch its eagerly awaited Season 1 on January 9, 2025, following a year-long open beta For football enthusiasts, this browser-based MMO powered by the Polygon blockchain provides an immersive experience Soccerverse accommodates a range of player positions by fusing club administration mechanics with a fully..

Known as "Bitcoin Jesus" for his early support of cryptocurrencies, Roger Ver is currently battling legal charges from the US Department of Justice (DOJ) In April, Ver, who renounced his US citizenship in 2014, was taken into custody in Spain On charges of tax evasion, mail fraud, and filing fraudulent tax returns, authorities are requesting his..

On his final day as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor, Shaktikanta Das emphasized the transformative potential of India’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital rupee His tenure, marked by innovation and technological advancements, set the stage for a new era in India’s financial landscape A Legacy of Innovation and..

The New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has given Ripple final license to launch its eagerly awaited RLUSD stablecoin With this action, Ripple enters the $200 billion global liquidity market, paving the way for competition from well-established firms like Circle's USDC and Tether (USDT) RLUSD: A New Contender in the Stablecoin..

By incorporating Ondo Finance's tokenized real-world assets into its CeDeFi V2 platform, BounceBit has taken a big step in fusing traditional finance with decentralized systems This partnership is a crucial component of BounceBit's overarching 2025 strategy, which seeks to provide institutional-grade yield prospects by bridging the gap between..

New Jersey's Human Services Department is boosting its efforts to address gambling addiction by awarding $720,000 in contracts This funding aims to enhance treatment options for individuals in the state struggling with gambling disorders A total of six treatment providers across the state will receive $120,000 each to expand their services The..

Super Group, the parent company of online sports betting behemoth Betway, has released a positive financial update as 2024 draws to a close In addition to announcing increased sales and revised EBITDA estimates for the entire year, the company reported strong performance through the fourth quarter Super Group has increased its 2024 sales..

With gross gaming revenue (GGR) predicted to reach $6 billion in 2024, the Philippine gaming sector is set for a historic year Alejandro Tengco, chairman of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor), offered this forecast, which emphasizes the nation's impressive gaming record According to Tengco, the GGR for the year is expected..

The long-awaited Caesars Virginia resort in Danville is set to officially open its doors on December 17 This $750 million project, located in the Schoolfield neighborhood, represents a major addition to Virginia’s casino landscape Originally planned for an earlier date, the opening was delayed slightly, with Caesars Entertainment announcing the..

According to November casino revenue numbers released by the Illinois Gaming Board, the state's total adjusted gross revenue from slot and table games was $1529 million The casino industry in the state has had another successful month With $1154 million, slot machines brought in the most money, while table games provided about $374 million With..

On February 12, 2024, Churchill Downs' $100 million Owensboro Racing & Gaming complex is scheduled to open The plant, located in Kentucky close to the Indiana border, reaches a major milestone almost a year after it was first announced A retail sportsbook, 600 vintage racing machines, and simulcast betting are just a few of the many..

Florida is positioning itself to become a trailblazer among US states by creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve Samuel Armes, president of the Florida Blockchain Business Association (FBBA), recently announced the state’s ambitions on the social media platform X He highlighted the support from pro-Bitcoin leaders, emphasizing the likelihood of..

PH Resorts Group Holdings Inc reported that its parent company, Udenna Corp, has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EEI Corp, a local construction firm, which could lead to new developments in the stalled Emerald Bay Resort and Casino project in Mactan, Cebu The goal of this collaboration is to fund and finish the eagerly awaited..

The construction of an NBA-ready arena and new resort on the north strip of Las Vegas has received unanimous approval from the Clark County Commission With its ambitious scope and design, this project—which will replace the All Net Resort concept that failed—is expected to completely change the neighborhood A Bold New Vision for the North..

In a notable shift, Bitcoin miners have sold over $855 billion worth of BTC within two days, according to crypto analytics firm Santiment This marks the largest BTC sell-off by miners in the last 10 months, signaling significant movement within the crypto ecosystem Santiment shared on X that Bitcoin mining balances have steadily declined since..