72 stories by Craig Boswell
Colorado Online Casino Talks Surface
Legal online casinos in Colorado are on the table. Colorado’s Department of Revenue Executive Director Mark Ferrandino confirmed that conversations regarding the matter have started. Ferrandino told an audience at the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCGLS) in Denver that “talks are...
India iGaming Industry Has Fears of Chilling Effect From New Tax
A decision by the Indian government to levy a new tax is triggering fears and warnings of a chilling effect on the country’s online gaming industry. India plans to impose a 28% tax on the funds online gaming firms, or iGaming firms,...
Maryland Casino Revenue and Tax Collection Snapshot
Despite a slight monthly dip, Maryland Casino revenue showed a slight year-over-year increase. Maryland’s six casinos brought in $163,717,230 from slot machines and table games during June 2023. The summer revenue figure is a monthly drop from the $169.4 million casinos collected...
Curacao Sets iGambling Reform Start Date
The gaming industry in Curacao will operate under more stringent regulations beginning September 1, 2023. It’s a major regulatory overhaul that has been in the works for quite some time for the tiny Caribbean Island nation. According to the Minister of Finance,...
Illinois Casinos May Soon Allow Ex-Cons to Apply for Jobs
The Illinois gaming industry continues to expand. To help fill the hiring void, the state may soon allow ex-cons to apply for these jobs. Currently, people with felony convictions are barred from working in Illinois casinos. But Senate Bill 1462, which was...
Oregon Lottery Offers Offbeat Options for Summer Sports Wagers
The Oregon lottery, through its DraftKings Sportsbook, is offering a unique menu of unusual betting options for fans of nontraditional sports. With the July 4 holiday and summer vacation trips topping agendas for many Americans, some states are taking a different path...
Kentucky Sports Betting Regulations on Fast Track
Sports betting in Kentucky is likely to launch in the coming weeks. The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission has called a special meeting for early July to review and likely approve the state’s sports betting rules and regulations, according to KHRC Chairman Jonathan...
Midwest Sports Betting Report: Iowa Casino Revenue Dips as Nebraska Competition Increases
Iowa casino revenue slumped for the second month in a row, down 6% in May. And while summer slumps are common in the Hawkeye State, there is a nod to increased competition from neighboring Nebraska. The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission reports...
Arizona Sports Betting Logs Second-Strongest Month
Arizona is becoming one of the biggest sports betting markets in the US. The state gaming department this week released figures showing legalized sports betting had its second-strongest month in March. More than $644.7 million was wagered, according to the Arizona...
Online Casino Bill Goes to Governor in Rhode Island, First to Approve iGaming in 2023
Rhode Island legislators closed the final day of the 2023 session with a first. The state became the first this year to approve an online casino bill. Late Thursday, after a fiery debate, the Rhode Island House approved bills allowing online gambling...
