In May, Illinois casinos collectively generated $122 million in adjusted gross revenue (AGR), experiencing a 4.7% decrease compared to April 2023’s figure of $128 million. However, the AGR showed a 4.7% increase from May 2022’s $116.57 million. The Illinois Gaming Board reported that the state received over $23.91 million in taxes, with a local share […]
North Carolina is on the verge of legalizing online sports betting after the House of Representatives granted its second approval to the amendments made by the Senate in a 68-45 vote. The bill, known as HB 347, now awaits the signature of North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to officially become law. Governor Cooper has already […]
In a decisive 30-4 vote, the Rhode Island Senate has successfully passed the bill that seeks to legalize online casinos within the state. The next stage for SB948 is to proceed to the House of Representatives for further consideration. The Rhode Island Senate has taken a significant step towards legalizing online casinos in the state […]
In the midst of the continuous growth of sports betting in North America, an expert advocates for the careful examination of gambling and betting advertisements in Canada. Amidst a five-year surge in the sports betting market across North America, the repeal of PASPA in the US has led to widespread expansion, offering millions of Americans […]
House Bill 347, introduced by representative Jason Saine along with a bipartisan group of lawmakers, has successfully advanced through the North Carolina Senate with a 37-11 vote. It will now proceed back to the House for further consideration. Governor Roy Cooper has already expressed his intention to sign the bill into law if it passes […]
With the signing of Senate Bill 475 by Governor Bill Lee, Tennessee will implement a unique taxation system for sports betting operators. Instead of taxing gaming revenue, the law will tax the operators’ sports betting handle. This distinctive tax regime will go into effect on July 1, making Tennessee the sole state in the United […]
Three state lawmakers in New Jersey are advocating for a reevaluation of how underage gamblers are penalized for violating the state law that restricts gambling to individuals aged 21 and older. Currently, offenders face fines ranging from $500 to $1,000. In 2022, New Jersey Senators James Beach (D-Camden), Shirley Turner (D-Mercer), and Patrick Diegnan Jr. […]
IGT‘s agreement with Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC) for 720 lottery terminals marks the fourth such deal awarded to IGT in the span of seven years. IGT has introduced its CrystalDual® video lottery terminals (VLTs) in a new deal with Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC). These advanced terminals boast two high-definition displays, an improved player […]
North Carolina has taken a significant step towards the legalization of sports betting, as its state Senate has successfully voted in favor of a bill that would facilitate this process. On March 13, House Bill 347 was introduced in North Carolina. After successfully passing the state’s House of Representatives on March 30, it advanced to […]
Legislation Tackles Controversial Matter of Video Lottery Machines North Carolina has taken another significant stride towards the legalization of sports betting, as the Senate Commerce Committee has granted its approval to a bill that paves the way for the introduction of mobile sportsbooks in the state. A significant advancement in the legalization of mobile sports […]