November 15, 2024

Massachusetts Mandates Approval Seal for Licensed Operators

Massachusetts is raising the bar for consumer protection in the gambling industry with the launch of an official seal of approval for licensed operators. This initiative signals a new era of transparency and trust, ensuring players can confidently engage with platforms that uphold the highest standards of responsible gaming and data security. With this move, […]

October 31, 2024

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Faces Lawsuit

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is facing a lawsuit from the Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) for allegedly failing to share mandated gambling data with researchers. The lawsuit, filed in Suffolk Superior Court by PHAI, a non-profit organization known for high-profile cases in public health law, claims the MGC has neglected its responsibility under the […]

September 8, 2024

Illegal Sports Betting in Massachusetts Remains Steady

Massachusetts Struggles to Curb Illegal Sports Betting Despite Legalization Efforts Massachusetts took a bold step in 2023 by legalizing sports betting, hoping to diminish the illegal market. But new research reveals that underground gambling remains stubbornly prevalent. As the state tries to tighten its grip on regulated betting, the persistence of unlicensed operators poses a […]

May 13, 2024

MA Gaming Commission Postpones TGL Esports Betting Vote

Massachusetts Delays Decision on TGL Betting as Esports Regulations Remain Undefined A Pivotal Delay in the Heart of Massachusetts’ Betting Landscape In a world rapidly embracing esports, traditional sports betting frameworks are being tested. Massachusetts finds itself at this crossroads. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has recently postponed a vote crucial for the future of […]

March 22, 2024

MGC Appoints New Executive Director & IEB Director

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Ushers in New Era with Top-Tier Leadership Appointments In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to excellence and integrity in gaming regulation, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has introduced Dean Serpa as its new executive director, alongside Caitlin Monahan taking the helm as director of the Investigations and Enforcement Bureau (IEB). […]