Sports Betting
Pennsylvania sports bettors are not taking kindly to DraftKings’ plan to institute a tax surcharge on winning online sports bets in four states beginning 2025. DraftKings sports bettors in Pennsylvania are prepared to remove the sportsbook’s app if the tax surcharge remains in effect Since Pennsylvania is one of four states that DraftKings will […]
In the US Gaming industry, White Hat Studios is the “house of brands” provider that is looking to strengthen its reach in two states. They’ve secured a contract with global sportsbook and online operator, bet365. Earlier this week, bet365 went live in Pennsylvania, officially launching an online casino and sportsbook. This agreement with White Hat […]
On Monday morning, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PCGB) confirmed that years of ongoing court battles in Bally’s State College Casino came to an end last week. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court upheld a license the PCGB granted to the casino in 2020. Construction on the property is eligible to start this year. SC Gaming’s Ira […]
On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported $43 million in gross sports betting revenue for June. Operators in the Keystone State had a hold of around 9.3% last month. Additionally, revenue was up 27% compared to their numbers from June 2023. That slightly outpaced their 24.5% rise last year. Their total handle for 2024 […]
The 2024 NFL season is less than two months away. Players, coaches, and media members are all preparing for the start of another year. Along with them, sports betting operators are getting ready too. According to reports, bet365 Pennsylvania could be available to residents shortly before the start of the 2024 season. Presque Isle Downs […]
Next week, the National Council of Legislators From Gaming States (NCLGS) summer meeting is happening in Pittsburgh. From July 17 to 20, legislators and regulators will meet to discuss several sports betting topics at the Rivers Casino in the Steel City. Additionally, the NCLGS will include conversations regarding online gaming legislation. Finally, they will also […]
Andrew Feldman, who has worked for ESPN for almost 20 years, announced on Monday that he is shifting his focus from combat sports to sports betting and fantasy. The best offshore sportsbooks are likely to take note of Feldman’s move, given his significant influence in the sports media landscape. Andrew Feldman previously worked as the […]
idPair Inc., an award-winning service for safer gaming technology, announced the upcoming launch of the National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (NVSEP) to combat problem gambling. The program is scheduled to launch in New England this summer and expand west and south in the following months. The best offshore sportsbooks are likely to take note of this […]
On Tuesday, Caesars Entertainment is set to release the Q1 earnings. It will be another disappointing quarter for one of the top sportsbooks in the United States. The only positive from Q1 was Caesar’s strongest digital quarter yet. Market analysts expect Caesars to post quarterly earnings of $0.02 per share—a whopping 78% year-over-year decline. Not […]
As online gaming and sports betting continue to grow, we’ve seen an uptick in responsible gaming practices from major sportsbooks. Recently, Caesars Entertainment CEO Tom Regg said he’s worried the sports betting industry could be facing federal regulations. He suggests that major sportsbooks around the US need to work together to alleviate problem gaming concerns, […]
