In 2025, U.S. states intensified their actions against sweepstakes casinos, marking a significant shift in the regulation of online gambling platforms. Legislators and regulators targeted dual-currency websites, which mimic traditional casinos and sportsbooks by offering “gold coins” and …
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Nebraska has recovered more than half a million dollars in unpaid obligations by diverting gambling winnings from individuals who owe money to the state, according to figures released after the program’s first three months. The collections mark the early results …
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Thunderkick has taken further steps to broaden its international footprint by securing new agreements in Ontario and Spain, strengthening its position in both North American and European regulated markets. The Stockholm-based slots studio announced the deals as part of …
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Gamblers moved a step closer to seeing full-scale casinos open in New York City after a state siting panel approved three major proposals, setting up what would be the city’s first Las Vegas-style gaming facilities. The decision followed years …
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New Jersey lawmakers recently convened to discuss a proposed measure that would ban in-game prop betting, also called micro-betting, though no legislative action has been taken yet. The hearing served as an informational session, providing a forum for both …
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State lawmakers and enforcement officials meeting in Puerto Rico argued that coordinated action across jurisdictions can reduce the reach of illegal and gray-market online gambling. At the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States Winter Meeting, panelists said states …
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Massachusetts officials are moving forward with online lottery sales while lawmakers continue to debate whether to allow broader internet casino gambling. Treasurer Deb Goldberg, who chairs the state Lottery Commission, said she remains opposed to iGaming even as the …
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The National Football League has brought its concerns about sports-related prediction markets to Congress, arguing that the fast-growing sector raises integrity and consumer protection risks. In written testimony to the House Committee on Agriculture, the league said these federally …
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iGaming Ontario (iGO) President and CEO Joseph Hillier is preparing for a pivotal year as Ontario approaches the fourth anniversary of its regulated online gambling market. Leading initiatives from a centralized self-exclusion platform to enhanced anti-money laundering measures, Hillier anticipates …
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For the second consecutive year, sweepstakes casinos took center stage at the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States Winter Meeting, reflecting how sharply the regulatory environment has shifted since the group last convened. In the span of a …
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