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Pennsylvania records 5% increase in online gambling for 2023

The update report was entitled "Pennsylvania Interactive Gaming Assessment: Online Gambling Report 2023". It summarised three years of data from over 1800 adults from across the state. It sought to better understand the impacts of online gambling on the state's populace since it was legalised in 2017. The survey was developed by Penn State's…

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The Need for Responsible Gambling in the USA

Understanding the importance of responsible gambling practices is critical, especially when looking for the best online casino platforms in the USA. Attracting millions of players annually, these casinos offer a wide array of gaming experiences, from exciting slots to strategic table games. However, as digital gambling continues to expand across…

Gambling Addiction ・ 19 March 2024

Hospitality Net

Longhorn Hotel & Casino Elevates Staff and Guest Experiences, Integrates Hotel and Casino Operations and Improves Reporting Insights Using Agilysys Hospitality Software

Longhorn Hotel & Casino has delivered affordable, welcoming experiences for Las Vegas residents and out-of-town patrons alike, branding its unique value as "Your Vintage Vegas Destination." With the American Gaming Association (AGA) reporting strong revenue growth in the U.S. gaming sector, Longhorn Hotel and Casino executives sought to replace the…

Land-based ・ 16 March 2024

ideastream.org

Ohio ranked sixth in casino revenue as gambling industry hits jackpot year

Ohio ranked sixth in the nation for casino revenue, raking in over $3.3 billion last year, driven in part by the state's new sports betting program. Nationally, the casino industry had its best year ever in 2023, winning $66.5 billion from gamblers. The figures released last month from the American Gaming Association show demand for wagering…

Industry ・ 07 March 2024

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Michigan Topples New Jersey as Online Gambling Royalty, Bringing $354M

The digital dice are rolling in the Great Lakes State, as Michigan has been crowned the nation's king of online gambling. According to a recent report by the American Gaming Association (AGA), the state has seen $1.92 billion tossed into online betting pools, making it a joint leader with New Jersey in 2023. However, it's Michigan by a nose-or,…

Finance ・ 27 February 2024

themanchestermirror.com

Michigan bet big on online gambling. We’re now No. 1

by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) Michigan is the No. 1 state for online gambling after an explosive 22% jump last year, according to data compiled by the American Gaming Association and released this week. Bettors wagered a combined $1.92 billion through online gaming in Michigan last year - about $115000 more than in No. 2 New Jersey, the…

Finance ・ 26 February 2024

The Clarion Ledger

Casino revenue down on the MS Coast, impacted by changes in Alabama

Competition from neighboring states is affecting Mississippi, Atlantic City and other regions, and the American Gaming Association said the challenge will grow as more states expand casinos and legalize sports betting. The AGA released its annual State of the States report Tuesday, showing commercial casino revenue was up 10% for the year across…

Finance ・ 26 February 2024

Grand Rapids Local News

Michiganders wagered $1.92 billion in online gambling in 2023

Michiganders wagered $1.92 billion via online gambling in 2023, the most in the nation. DETROIT - While Michigan ranks 10th in population, the state had the most money wagered in the United States via online gambling in 2023 (excluding Nevada's poker-only market), according to a new report. The American Gambling Association (AGA) released their…

Finance ・ 26 February 2024

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Black Hawk Casinos Outshine Las Vegas Titans

With consistency reminiscent of the desert's eternal sun, Las Vegas once again dazzled at the pinnacle of the United States' commercial casino market in 2023. Yet within the echelons of this high-revenue society-a tableau marked by little fluctuation-there was a notable exception. Black Hawk and Central City in Colorado exemplified vigor, emerging…

Industry ・ 22 February 2024

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Las Vegas Strip continues to lead nation as top gaming revenue generator

The Las Vegas Strip produced the most gaming revenue of any market in the United States in 2023, the American Gaming Association reported Tuesday. The nation's commercial casinos generated $66.52 billion - the third straight year of record performance - and a 10 percent increase from 2022. The Strip, with $8.83 billion and 7.2 percent over 2022…

Land-based ・ 21 February 2024

World Casino News

IRS AC Backs Up Raising Tax Threshold On Slot Jackpots

Leaders of Congress, including Dina Titus (D-NV) who have been requesting from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to increase the tax reporting limit on jackpots from slot machines for almost a decade, have received some welcome support from an uncommon source, the agency's Advisory Council. Rising the threshold: In a ruling from November 2023, the…

Law ・ 16 February 2024

The Athletic

What are the NFL’s gambling rules for the Super Bowl in Las Vegas?

The NFL's rules on gambling have generated widespread criticism and questions leading up to the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, as the league aims to balance its sportsbook partnerships and policies preventing players from betting on games. Gambling was a major topic of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's annual Super Bowl news conference Monday, when he…

NFL ・ 07 February 2024

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New PA online casino sites (updated for 2024)

If you enjoy online casinos, you can look forward to exciting and innovative experiences in 2024. Pennsylvania is prepared to introduce a diverse range of options, each competing for your attention and providing a distinct gaming experience. The year 2024 has the potential for positive developments for the online gambling community in the Keystone…

Payment Methods ・ 26 January 2024

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PA online casino apps for real money gaming 2023

In the fast-evolving world of online gaming, Pennsylvania stands as one of the states leading the charge. The year 2023 is poised to be an exciting one for gamers, especially for those who love the thrill of casino games. In this article, we will delve into the realm of PA online casino apps, offering elevated real money gaming experiences to…

Payment Methods ・ 26 January 2024

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Explore real money online casino gaming in Pennsylvania

In 2017, Pennsylvania embraced real-money online casino gaming. The Keystone State now offers several legal and certified online gambling platforms, allowing citizens to discover thousands of favorites right on their screens. Online betting platforms like DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM thrive in Pennsylvania. no deposit bonus promotions in the…

Payment Methods ・ 26 January 2024

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Red Rock’s long-stalled tribal casino deal near Fresno moving forward

Approval from Indian gaming regulators allows the central California project to start construction nearly two decades after the initial agreement was signed. Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate…

Industry ・ 18 January 2024

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As gaming grows in US, Las Vegas remains a leader

Tom Donoghue / DonoghuePhotography.com An aerial view of the Strip. Monday, Jan. 8, 2024 | 2 a.m. There was a time not long ago when gaming in the U.S. was almost entirely centralized in Nevada, and society would look down its nose at the state for its grip on the "unsavory" gambling enterprise, said Michael Rumbolz, the newly appointed chairman of…

Industry ・ 08 January 2024

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The Parallel Play of Online Gaming: A Look at Slots Capital Casino Amidst the Sports Betting Surge

In the realm of online entertainment, two domains have consistently vied for the attention of the American audience: sports betting and online casinos. As the digital age ushers in a new era of gaming convenience, a deep dive into the trends, regulations, and consumer behavior is due. Amidst this landscape, Slots Capital emerges as a platform of…

Industry ・ 19 December 2023

Kearney Hub

Nebraska's casinos appear to put a dent in Iowa casino revenue

The launch of state-sanctioned casino gambling in Nebraska appears to be taking a bite out of revenue at two big Council Bluffs casinos, according to the state of Iowa. Revenue is down this year at Ameristar and Horseshoe casinos, two of Iowa's top-grossing casinos, state records show. The American Gaming Association noted this dip in a report on…

Finance ・ 05 December 2023

The Guardian

‘We’re killing the youth of America’: calls grow for crackdown on US gambling

The United States is heading into a "quagmire, if not crisis" of gambling addiction among young people, according to counselors and clinicians - prompting calls for a regulatory crackdown. Treatment clinics are grappling with an influx of patients in their teens and early 20s and helplines are reporting record levels of calls. "There's a lot of…

Gambling Addiction ・ 01 December 2023

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Road to ICE 2024: Casino and gaming

It's been a big year for the casino and gaming sector, with plenty of talking points for ICE 2024. Here we delve into some of the biggest US news of the year. Arguably, tribal nations in the US have dodged a bullet so far when it comes to attacks on their sovereignty. As a result, they should feel buoyed by recent court rulings. However, with state…

Sports ・ 23 November 2023

iGaming Business

AGA: US gambling revenue set for record year after lucrative Q3

Figures released by the American Gaming Association's (AGA) for the three months to 30 September show US gambling revenue was up 6.1% year-on-year. This was the 11th straight quarter of annual revenue growth and the best third quarter on record. Industry revenue grew year-on-year across all verticals, with land-based casino and igaming generating…

Finance ・ 17 November 2023

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New PA online casino sites (November 2023)

Explore the newest online casinos in PA. Sign up and play today! Dimers If you enjoy online casinos, you can look forward to exciting and innovative experiences in 2023. Pennsylvania is prepared to introduce a diverse range of options, each competing for your attention and providing a distinct gaming experience. The year 2023 has the potential for…

Payment Methods ・ 06 November 2023

KPVI

The many faces of gambling online and what it could mean for a state's bottom line

It may appear that most states now have their own online versions of Vegas, where players can place bets in virtual casinos or on sports. But in reality, the online offshoot of brick-and-mortar gambling is still in its infancy. Despite the proliferation of online sports betting in many states, playing casino games online still has a long way to go.…

Law ・ 21 October 2023

PokerNews

PokerNews Explores the 2023 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas

Thousands of gaming industry personnel flocked to the Venetian in Las Vegas last week for four days of networking and to discuss the latest trends in casino gambling at the 2023 Global Gaming Expo (G2E). One of the largest gaming conventions in the world each year, G2E began on Monday, Oct. 9 and concluded on Thursday. PokerNews' Chad…

Industry ・ 20 October 2023

Sports Handle

Push Continues For Crackdown On Illegal Gambling

repeal of PASPA allowed for states to host legalized sports betting, there's still a push by those inside the industry to crack down on the illegal market. "What we're looking for is continued focus on enforcement of laws and cracking down on illegal markets that are preying on vulnerable customers," Casey Clark, the senior vice president of…

Law ・ 19 October 2023

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Aristocrat execs say NFL slot machines have scored a touchdown

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz At the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) a year…

Industry ・ 18 October 2023

The Nevada Independent

Casino economic impact grows to $329B per year; Nevada remains leading gaming state

A study conducted on behalf of the American Gaming Association (AGA) found the national casino industry contributes nearly $329 billion annually to the U.S. economy - up 21 percent from the last time the analysis was done in 2018. The study, the first undertaken in five years by the Washington, D.C. trade organization, was conducted by Oxford…

Finance ・ 12 October 2023

Alabama Political Reporter

U.S. casino gaming industry’s monumental impact of gaming on economy: New study revealed

While Alabama's Legislature remains locked in a debate about legalizing limited gaming facilities in the state, a freshly released study demonstrates the vast economic power that gaming can bring to the U.S. The American Gaming Association (AGA), on Monday unveiled its most recent findings, conducted by the renowned Oxford Economics. The data…

Industry ・ 10 October 2023

Yogonet

Jumio: "We plan to promote our work in helping to create a safer online gaming world at G2E Las Vegas"

With a new edition of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) taking place in Las Vegas, Jumio, a provider of identity verification and authentication solutions, is ready to make an impact on the gambling mecca with its latest solutions. In an exclusive Q&A session with Emeka Ezeyi, Jumio's Global Head of Gaming, Yogonet explores the company's role in…

Industry ・ 09 October 2023

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Pace-O-Matic congratulates US casino industry on best July ever, but calls out "attacks" on skill-based gaming

Gaming machines manufacturer Pace-O-Matic (POM) has congratulated the U.S. casino industry and the American Gaming Association (AGA) on reporting their best July in history while simultaneously complaining that the legal industry keeps "attacking" the so-called "skill gaming" sector in several states. According to a report from AGA, commercial…

Industry ・ 21 September 2023

The Nevada Independent

Once shunned by casino operators, responsible gaming campaign turns 25

At a time when problem gambling matters were rarely mentioned in gaming company boardrooms, Harrah's Entertainment decided the issue needed to be raised on casino floors. But it wasn't just rival corporate executives that looked askance at the idea of employees learning how to spot signs that a customer might have a gambling problem. "Our own…

Gambling Addiction ・ 18 September 2023

Maryland Matters

More online gaming in the cards for Maryland?

Just in this century, voters in Maryland have legalized slot machines, and then table games, followed by in-house and online sports betting. Could online table games be next? It's something being studied by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, and their report is expected sometime in November. Then, in January, state Sen. Ron Watson…

Law ・ 12 September 2023

World Casino News

Nevada’s Casino Revenue Reaches $1.4 Billion In July

The Nevada Gaming Control Board, Nevada's regulatory body, revealed that Southern Nevada's players hit casinos so often in July, the most ever in state history, breaking "monthly gaming win records" across the state as well as on the Strip. These, in addition to other state-licensed casinos, which totaled 439, made a profit of $1.4 billion during…

Finance ・ 31 August 2023

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6 Casino Resorts Outside of Las Vegas

Feeling lucky? The odds are in your favor if you're looking for a fun place to stay and play for your next vacation. According to statistics from the research firm IBISWorld, 377 casino hotels are currently operating in the United States, and the number of casino hotel businesses has grown 6.3 percent per year since 2018. In addition, American…

Land-based ・ 29 August 2023

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Mississippi casinos report revenue of $218 million in July

The Mississippi Gaming Commission (MGC) reported that the state's 28 casinos generated $218.5 million in revenue in July from poker, slots and table games. Revenue increased 3.5% compared to July 2022 ( $211 million) and 10% compared to June of this year ( $198.1 million). Coastal casinos reported revenue of $143.1 million in July, while northern…

Finance ・ 26 August 2023

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Where will Oakland A’s play before Las Vegas ballpark is built?

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz The Oakland Athletics will still be the…

Industry ・ 23 August 2023

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Casino Industry Sets Q2 Revenue Record

U.S. commercial gambling continued its long run of consecutive quarterly revenue growth in the second quarter, hitting a Q2 record of $16.07 billion, according to the American Gaming Association. The total outpaced Q22022 by 8.1 percent and marked the 10th consecutive quarter of annual growth for the commercial casino industry. Q22023 is the…

Industry ・ 17 August 2023

Review Journal

US commercial casinos on track for record year

Commercial gaming in the United States had a record second quarter and is on track to shatter the annual record set last year. The American Gaming Association on Wednesday reported revenue of $16.07 billion for the quarter that ended June 30, beating last year's second quarter by 8.1 percent. It was the industry's second-best quarter in history,…

Finance ・ 17 August 2023

World Casino News

Where to find good online casino bonuses

In the United States, online gaming grossed $1.48 billion in the first quarter of 2023, denoting a 22.7 percent revenue increase from the same time period the previous year, according to the American Gaming Association's (AGA) 2023 State of the States Report published in May. Not limited to the U.S., the global online gambling market is also being…

Bonuses ・ 14 August 2023

Sports Gambling Podcast

Online Casinos Continuing to Grow in the USA

The May figures for commercial gaming revenue have produced mixed results. While total gross gaming revenue (GGR) is again on the increase, growth is slowing down according to the American Gaming Association (AGA)., reported by aGamble.com, an online gambling guide. Total GGR for the US was $5.49 bn and that was 6.4% higher than the figure reported…

Finance ・ 09 August 2023

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What happens when casinos don't pay?

Playing the perfect winning hand or hitting the jackpot are the stuff of dreams for every player who takes a gamble. But those dreams can become nightmares when a player finally meets Lady Luck at the casino-but the house refuses to pay any winnings. In 2022, the AskGamblers Casino Complaint Service accepted 2862 complaints (out of a total of 8494…

Law ・ 02 August 2023

EDM Chicago

5 Benefits of Digital Transformation to Casino Players

Casinos are no longer a stranger to digital transformation. Gone are the days when brick-and-mortar casinos had monopolies in the gambling industry. Now, casino players want to gamble online- from the comfort of their electronic gadgets, anywhere, anytime. Online casinos are known to be time-saving, cost-effective, and, most importantly of all,…

Games ・ 01 August 2023

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The Digital Revolution: How Online Casinos Are Changing the Face of Gaming

The advent of online casinos has triggered a digital revolution in the gaming industry, altering how players engage with their favorite pastimes. Traditional casinos have given way to online alternatives that provide the same excitement without requiring players to leave the house. From their easy availability to their use of cutting-edge…

Industry ・ 25 July 2023

Review Journal

Canadian attorney gambler files lawsuit against offshore online casino for blackjack jackpot

Just as Nevada's gaming regulators sent U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland a letter urging a crackdown on illegal offshore internet gambling casinos, a retired Canadian attorney filed a lawsuit against an offshore site. Victor Janicki of Kelowna, British Columbia, said in his lawsuit filed in British Columbia Supreme Court that he was cheated…

Law ・ 11 June 2023

World Casino News

Keys to growing online casino revenue in the U.S.

In 2022 in the United States, online casino revenue in the six states where iGaming is legal, New Jersey, West Virginia, Michigan, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut, grew 35.2 percent year-over-year (YoY) to $5.0 billion. That is, since the highest court in the nation overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) in…

Finance ・ 07 June 2023

World Casino News

NJ online casino market inches closer to 10-year milestone

Since full internet gaming operations commenced on November 25, 2013, online casino spend in New Jersey continues to rise, so much so that it has now surpassed land-based revenue, with lifetime revenue, April's numbers included, surpassing the $6.1 billion mark, and $1 billion-plus in taxes. With no slowdown in sight, the market is poised to…

Industry ・ 07 June 2023

Review Journal

Las Vegas Strip still leads the US in casino gambling, according to AGA

The American Gaming Association recently published data showing the first quarter of 2023 produced the highest gaming revenue of any quarter in industry history. It wasn't a surprise. After all, Nevada results have been stellar for around two years and most of the publicly traded casino companies have said their results in jurisdictions outside…

Land-based ・ 24 May 2023

Review Journal

American Gaming Association reports casino gaming revenue nationwide

The American Gaming Association recently published data showing the first quarter of 2023 produced the highest gaming revenue of any quarter in industry history. It wasn't a surprise. After all, Nevada results have been stellar for around two years and most of the publicly traded casino companies have said their results in jurisdictions outside…

Sports ・ 22 May 2023

Review Journal

Gaming Control Board Chairman Hendrick leads effort to seek enforcement on illegal gambling websites

Nevada has joined six other states in pushing the federal government to crack down on illegal offshore internet gambling casinos. Nevada Gaming Control Board Chairman Kirk Hendrick sent a letter last week to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland urging a larger push to combat illegal gambling. Kendrick's April 28 letter also was signed by leaders…

Law ・ 06 May 2023

Review Journal

Illegal gambling websites, American Gaming Assocation says, preys on players

For years, the American Gaming Association has encouraged the public to bet responsibly with licensed operators and to avoid illegal offshore websites. The AGA stepped up its advocacy in the past year and made it one of the organization's highest priorities. It's advice a Canadian gambler, Victor Janicki, now wishes he would have taken. Janicki, a…

Law ・ 16 April 2023

lansingcitypulse.com

‘Caesarization’ of MSU athletics: Secret deal promotes online gambling

In September 2021, 18 months into the COVID pandemic, Michigan State University's athletic program faced dwindling coffers. A USA Today public records request found the department had lost $15.4 million during the 2020-2021 fiscal year, the impact of the pandemic having shuttered much of the department's revenue-generating activity. The…

Industry ・ 08 April 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Don't forget Uncle Sam knows you won that jackpot

If you're a recreational casino gambler, it can mean some unusual record keeping, especially if luck is on your side and you win a jackpot playing the slot machines. In the event you didn't maintain the appropriate records for your 2022 return, don't drop too far behind when it comes to keeping track of your casino outings this year. Collect a slot…

Winnings ・ 24 March 2023

WWLP 22 News

Impacts on poor cited as gambling expansion continues

BOSTON (SHNS) - With Massachusetts in the early days of its most significant expansion of gambling in a decade, a researcher from the United Kingdom shared his perspective on how gambling worked its way from the shadows of society to the mainstream and the implications that have had in Britain. The Public Health Advocacy Institute at Northeastern…

Finance ・ 16 March 2023

WBZ News Radio

Impacts On Poor Cited As Gambling Expansion Continues

BOSTON (State House News Service) - With Massachusetts in the early days of its most significant expansion of gambling in a decade, a researcher from the United Kingdom shared his perspective on how gambling worked its way from the shadows of society to the mainstream, and the implications that has had in Britain. The Public Health Advocacy…

Finance ・ 16 March 2023

Daily Mail Online

March Madness breaking records with $15.5 billion in bets, driving crazy rise in gambling addiction

A record-breaking quarter of American adults are set to bet some $15.5 billion on this year's March Madness college basketball contest - the latest sign of a fast-growing market that's fuelling a tripling of addiction rates. The American Gaming Association (AGA), an industry body, says 68 million adults are expected to place bets this year, a sharp…

Gambling Addiction ・ 13 March 2023

Chicago Tribune

US casinos top $60 billion in revenue in 2022, with Chicago the 4th largest market

Commercial casinos in the United States won more than $60 billion from gamblers in 2022, the best year in the industry's history. Figures released Wednesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person gambling remains the bread-and-butter of the industry, accounting for more than 80% of its…

Industry ・ 11 March 2023

Gambling

Delaware Needs An Online Casino Rethink

Delaware was the first state to legalize and launch, and it is also the least productive of the six online casino states. But with its original contract expiring, the Blue Hen State has a chance to change its fortunes as the Delaware Lottery has requested proposals for online gambling vendors. Seven entities answered the call, but only a couple of…

Industry ・ 09 March 2023

iGaming Business

Tip of the iceberg: tackling illegal gambling

The industry has an evil twin. Alongside the highly regulated legal online gambling market sits another, roughly comparable in size, that has proved resistant to efforts to reduce its scale and spread. This black market effectively gave birth to the'white' online sector, but offers none of its safeguards or benefits. Illegal operators rarely offer…

Incidents ・ 27 February 2023

KTVQ

Montanans hitting slots, sending gaming industry to record revenue

BILLINGS - Montana is seeing a rising interest in gambling, according to new numbers coming from the American Gaming Association. The organization tallied up about $60 billion in revenue for the commercial gaming sector statewide in 2022, surpassing the previous record of $53 billion set in 2021. Those numbers aren't too surprising for Josh Benson,…

Industry ・ 24 February 2023

Review Journal

Strip comes in No. 1 for commerical casino business in 2022

The nation's commercial casinos hit record revenue in 2022 with the Strip, once again, keeping its place in the top spot, according to the American Gaming Association. The casino industry trade group reported Wednesday that gross gaming revenue reached $60.4 billion, up 13.9 percent year over year - beating the previous record of $53 billion in…

Industry ・ 21 February 2023

Basketball Insiders

Is online casino back on the menu in Illinois?

Sen. Cristina Castro has introduced Senate Bill 1656 in Illinois, proposing the creation of the Internet Gaming Act. The bill would authorize an internet gaming operator to offer Illinois internet gaming in accordance with the act's provisions. Sen. Castro had her 2021 attempt at legalizing online casino dismissed, and this marks her latest…

Industry ・ 13 February 2023

Real Money Casinos

Gambling Addiction Is Now at an All-Time High

Ted Hartwell has been gambling since childhood. Growing up in Texas, his dad took him to the horse tracks often; always sliding a $20 bill his way before the races began. "By the age of 10," Hartwell says, "I knew how to read the history of the horses in the program and tell my father which horses to place a bet on." In college, Hartwell played a…

Gambling Addiction ・ 10 February 2023

World Casino News

Booming online casino markets worldwide

In 2023, online gaming is more popular than ever and after COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns saw major losses in jobs and revenue, business at land-based casinos is also booming. According to the American Gaming Association (AGA), last year a record-breaking amount of money was gambled away in the U.S., with the nation's commercial casinos and legal…

Industry ・ 10 February 2023

Forbes

U.S. Set Gambling Record In 2022 With More Than $54.9 Billion In Revenue

A mericans gambled away a record-breaking amount of money in 2022. The nation's casinos and mobile gaming apps rang up a record $54.93 billion in revenue during the first 11 months of 2022. With one month still being tallied, 2022 has already smashed the $53.04 billion record by 13.5%, according to data collected from state regulators by…

Finance ・ 13 January 2023

Yogonet

Nebraska senator to introduce legislation to tax "skill games" as they expand in the state

A Nebraska state senator, along with the operator of Lincoln's WarHorse casino, are targeting so-called "skill games" to pay the same taxes as slot machines, and to begin contributing to lowering property taxes. State Senator Tom Briese of Albion, who has made property tax relief a top priority, said he will introduce a bill in the Legislature this…

Law ・ 10 January 2023

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Gambling bill coming, but what does that mean?

HONOLULU (KHON2) - In the U.S., two gambling capitals come to mind, Las Vegas and Atlantic City. Most people are comfortable with sequestering the vice of gambling to locations away from their homes, but there are those who feel that the money that gambling brings is worth embracing it. Rep. John Mizuno has announced that he will be introducing his…

Law ・ 09 January 2023

Review Journal

Nevada, US casinos break revenue records in May

Commercial casinos across the United States continue to rewrite revenue record books as the American Gaming Association said the industry had the best May ever and the second-best revenue month in history. In May, the industry hit $5.03 billion in revenue, up 7.9 percent year-over-year, despite widespread macroeconomic concerns, the…

Finance ・ 05 January 2023

SBC Americas

Looking Back On The Ontario Online Gambling Launch

March and April were showered with stories of companies across the US and Europe readying for the launch of regulated online gambling in Ontario. Even SBC was part of the fracas, officially acquiring the Canadian Gaming Summit and our newest publication, Canadian Gaming Business. US companies readied for the April launch with a slate of new…

Sports ・ 27 December 2022

Gambling

AGA Stance On Online Casinos And Online Poker

In its recent survey estimating the size of the illegal online gambling market, the American Gaming Association (AGA) placed the amount wagered through illegal channels at more than $500 billion. According to the AGA, that half-trillion dollars is taking a $44 billion bite out of the licensed gambling industry. Per the AGA, illegal gambling is…

Law ・ 15 December 2022

Review Journal

AGA President and CEO Bill Miller seeks a crackdown against illegal gaming operators in speech in Las Vegas

A panel of gaming industry experts on Sunday discussed the challenges of targeting illegal operators nationwide, after the American Gaming Association's leader appealed for a crackdown. AGA President and CEO Bill Miller said several days earlier that illegal gaming operations have become the biggest - and costliest - challenge to legal gaming in…

Law ・ 13 December 2022

iGaming Business

World Series of Politics Episode 9: Las Vegas, Macau and illegal gambling

Las Vegas is booming. Nevada's gaming revenue has topped $1bn for 20 straight months. Brendan argues it's now the sports and entertainment capital of the world. With NFL and NHL franchises in the city, and rumours of a MLB franchise joining, not to mention the conventions and conferences in the city, Las Vegas sets out the benefits that gaming can…

Law ・ 12 December 2022

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Research gives AGA ammunition in fight with illegal gambling operations

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz American Gaming Association CEO Bill…

Industry ・ 07 December 2022

Yogonet

Americans gamble an estimated $511B illegally each year, according to new AGA report

Americans gamble more than half a trillion dollars illegally each year, according to a new American Gaming Association (AGA) report. Bettors gamble an estimated $511 billion yearly with illegal and unregulated sportsbooks, iGaming websites and so-called "skill games," with predatory operators costing state governments about $13.3 billion in lost…

Law ・ 06 December 2022

World Casino News

Illegal gambling in U.S. amounts to $511 billion according to AGA

According to the American Gaming Association's latest report, an estimated $511 billion is the annual turnover of illegal and unregulated gambling in America. These illegal sportsbooks, iGaming websites, and unregulated casinos deprive state governments of $13.3 billion in tax revenue each year. Illegal revenue estimates: This presumed tax revenue…

Law ・ 05 December 2022

iGaming Brazil

New AGA report shows Americans gamble more than half a trillion dollars illegally each year

Americans spend an estimated $511 billion a year on illegal and unregulated sports betting, iGaming sites and so-called "gaming of skill", according to a new report from the American Gaming Association (AGA). Illegal betting'stole' $13.3 billion in tax revenue from state governments in 2022, nearly $2.5 billion more than legal operators in 2021…

Law ・ 05 December 2022

Street Insider

New AGA Report Shows Americans Gamble More Than Half a Trillion Dollars Illegally Each Year

Predatory Operators Cost State Governments $13.3B in Lost Taxes WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Americans gamble an estimated $511 billion each year with illegal and unregulated sportsbooks, iGaming websites and so-called "skill games," according to a new report from the American Gaming Association.This illegal wagering robs state…

Law ・ 05 December 2022

Sigma

U.S. illegal gambling robbing states of $13.3b tax annually: AGA

Americans are gambling about $511 billion a year on illegal websites, robbing state governments of about $13.3 billion in tax a year, according to a report from the American Gaming Association (AGA). It said that the illegal industry also costs the legal gaming sector $44.2 billion in annual revenue, which is almost half of the total revenue…

Law ・ 03 December 2022

Casino Guru

Americans spend $500bn on illegal gambling annually

Long overdue, the American Gaming Association has issued a new report on the state of the illegal gambling industry in the United States at a time when and the District of Columbia have legalized their betting activities, and at least five states in the country are pending launches, along with six or so states that presently allow online casino…

Law ・ 03 December 2022

NBC New York

Gambling Addiction: Calls to Gambling Crisis Hotlines Soar

As mobile betting apps turn people's phones into pocket-sized casinos, gamblers are also putting their phones to use for a more traditional purpose. To reach out for help. An I-Team analysis of call data in New Jersey shows an steep spike in outreach to 800-GAMBLER, the state's hotline to deal with compulsive gambling and addiction. According to…

Gambling Addiction ・ 02 December 2022

Vegas Slots Online

Americans Illegally Gamble Half a Trillion Dollars Annually

A new American Gaming Association (AGA) report reveals that Americans illegally gamble about $511bn every year. The report, published on Wednesday, says that state governments miss out on about $13bn of potential tax revenue from this gambling activity each year. Legal operators also miss out on annual revenue of $44bn, which was almost half of the…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

Card Player

Americans Bet Billions Illegally Each Year, Casino Lobby Says

Americans gamble an estimated $511 billion each year with illegal and unregulated sportsbooks, online casino websites and so-called "skill games," according to a new report from the American Gaming Association. States are missing out on $13.3 billion in tax revenue annually, nearly $2.5 billion more than legal operators generated in 2021 ($11.7…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

The Wall Street Journal

As Online Gambling Grows, So Does the Financial Crime Risk

Online gambling is booming across the U.S. and compliance experts caution that it creates opportunities for criminals to launder money or take part in other financial crimes. The U.S. has seen states pile into legal online gambling with fervor, eager for potential tax revenue. Since 2018, when the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a ban on sports…

Incidents ・ 01 December 2022

CNN

Gambling surged to new records last year

Here's more proof that the house always wins: In 2021, America's gaming industry had its highest-grossing year ever. Again. The industry rolled in $53 billion in revenue last year - breaking the previous industry record by more than 20% registered in 2019, according to the American Gaming Association. Last year's record also shattered 2020 levels,…

Industry ・ 30 November 2022

Gambling News

AGA Worried with the Size of Illegal Betting and Gaming Market

A survey of 5284 US adults conducted on behalf of the American Gaming Association (AGA) revealed that 49% of the bettors who wagered in the past year have placed a bet with an illegal operator and 48% of online slots or table game players have played with an illegal online casino. Stunned at the size of the illegal gaming market in the US, the AGA…

Industry ・ 30 November 2022

CNBC

Casino industry urges federal prosecutors to crack down on illegal operators

American casinos, gaming companies and lawmakers are calling on federal prosecutors to crack down on illegal offshore gambling sites that they say are evading consumer protection regulations. The push comes as sports gambling has quickly expanded in the U.S. in recent years, with more than 30 states and Washington, D.C., allowing it. "What maybe at…

Law ・ 30 November 2022

iGaming Business

Illegal gambling: US players bet $511bn per year

The report was produced by the Innovation Group and examined three sectors of illegal or "grey-market" gambling: sports betting, online casino and "skill gaming" machines. The Innovation Group conducted a survey of 5284 US adults, asking questions about "their overall gambling habits for both land-based and interactive and regulated and unregulated…

Law ・ 30 November 2022

European Gaming

AGA’s Have a Game Plan Campaign Wins Responsible Gaming Award at American Gambling Awards

The American Gaming Association (AGA)'s Have a Game Plan. Bet Responsibly. campaign has won the 2022 "Responsible Gaming Award" at the 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards. The awards are produced by player acquisition services provider Gambling.com Group. "The American Gaming Association's Have a Game Plan campaign has been one of the most…

Gambling Addiction ・ 19 November 2022

The Street

Las Vegas Strip Casinos Get a Big Win (Gamblers Beware)

The owners of the brand new Resorts World Las Vegas, the Genting Group, likely had mixed feelings about their $4.3 billion investment opening during the middle of a global pandemic. Resorts World, which sits on the North Strip, well away from Caesars Entertainment (CZR) - Get Free Report and MGM Resorts International (MGM) - Get Free…

Winnings ・ 17 November 2022

Vegas Slots Online

US Commercial Gaming Hits Record $15bn+ Q3 Revenue

Apparently, the high costs of living and gas haven't deterred American gamblers from gambling online or visiting their favorite casinos. In fact, US residents spent record amounts on gambling in Q32022, according to new data from the American Gaming Association (AGA). raking in a record $15.17bn from gamblers Figures released by the AGA on…

Finance ・ 10 November 2022

Live Casino Direct

5 Innovations That Are Shaping The Casino Industry

Undoubtedly, the casino industry is growing in the United States. In fact, In 2021, the American Gambling Association (AGA) reported that the US commercial gaming industry generated a whopping $53 billion in revenue. This number represented a 76.6% increase in commercial revenue from the past year. The casino industry is always evolving and…

Innovation ・ 10 November 2022

Review Journal

Record revenue reported by nation’s commercial casinos

Commercial gaming in the United States hit a quarterly record for April, May and June, putting the U.S. on track for its best year in history, the American Gaming Association reported Thursday. Nationwide commercial gaming revenue totaled $14.81 billion for the second quarter, beating the fourth quarter of 2021 by 3.3 percent. With $29.16 billion…

Finance ・ 28 October 2022

Yogonet

Gambling executives predict expansion of online casino gaming at ECGC

Executives of online gambling companies and their technology partners speaking at the East Coast Gaming Congress provided a glimpse of the performance of sports betting and its rapid growth, and how it has brought about a ready-made infrastructure and regulatory apparatus for online casino gaming. Sports betting has become a common factor in many…

Lottery ・ 26 October 2022

The Joplin Globe

River Spirit Casino Resort Partners With Oosto to Fortify Security Operations and Enhance the Guest Experience

TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 24, 2022-- (Oosto.com) - World-leading vision AI company Oosto announced its partnership with Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises, one of the largest tribal casino owners and operators in the U.S., to protect its flagship River Spirit Casino and Resort's gaming floors in Oklahoma, with face-based security software…

Travel ・ 26 October 2022

Yogonet

Arizona: Casino Del Sol to debut new Cross Game Matchup offering this NFL season

Tucson's Casino Del Sol is launching a new NFL Cross Game Matchup in Arizona, through its Solsports sports betting brand. The new product will allow Solsports to offer players over 450 games to place wagers on weekly, instead of the usual 12-15, throughout the upcoming season. Final scores within a player's primary game matchup will be used to…

NFL ・ 26 October 2022

Review Journal

Gaming industry CEOs wary of future issues while celebrating Las Vegas success

Two prominent casino company CEOs said Tuesday they're happy that Southern Nevada is pacing a record industry rebound, but they remain wary of economic uncertainties that could put a dent in the future. Derek Stevens, owner of downtown Las Vegas' Circa, and Craig Billings, the newest person to hold the position of CEO of Wynn Resorts Ltd., kicked…

Industry ・ 26 October 2022

The Sports Geek

U.S. Gambling Industry Sets Record With $5.38 B Revenue in March 2022

Casinos and gaming entities in the United States set a new one-month record with a total of $5.31 billion in revenues for March 2022. According to a press release from the American Gaming Association, the March 2022 gaming revenue was the "highest-grossing revenue month in industry history". The record-breaking March 2022 revenue tally punctuated a…

Finance ・ 22 October 2022

Review Journal

Nevada gaming wins big in March, US casinos see best month ever

ATLANTIC CITY - Inflation may be soaring, supply chains remain snarled and the coronavirus just won't go away, but America's casinos are humming right along, recording the best month in their history in March. The American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, said Wednesday that U.S. commercial casinos won more than…

Valentine's Day ・ 22 October 2022

Card Player

AZ Attorney General Teams Up With Casino Lobby

The state of Arizona has linked up with the commercial casino industry's top political lobbying group to advance a message on gambling within your means. Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich said in a presser this week that he "wants Arizonans to safely enjoy recreational gaming and newly-legalized sports betting." The AG's office is teaming up…

Law ・ 21 October 2022

European Gaming

Global Online Gambling Market Report 2022: Featuring William Hill, Flutter Entertainment, 888 Holdings, Bet365 & Others

The "Global Online Gambling Market - Forecasts from 2022 to 2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets' offering. The global online gambling market was valued at US$65.316 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.11% over the forecast period to reach a total market size of US$128.154 billion in 2027. The growing popularity of…

Industry ・ 21 October 2022