North Carolina’s sports betting market has vastly outperformed initial forecasts, with total wagers exceeding $6.6 billion in its first full fiscal year—an achievement that wasn’t expected for another three years. The North Carolina Lottery Commission, in its June 2025 revenue …
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Two prominent industry coalitions, the Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) and the Social and Promotional Games Association (SPGA), are urging California lawmakers to reconsider Assembly Bill 831 (AB831), arguing it poses serious threats to legitimate sweepstakes-based promotional games and …
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BetMGM has taken a significant step forward in expanding its presence in Canada by introducing branded sportsbook gift cards to the Ontario market. This move marks a milestone, as it is the first time such cards have been made …
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Cliff Castle Casino Hotel in Camp Verde, Arizona, is set to receive a wave of new technology solutions from Aristocrat Interactive™ as part of a strategic expansion under Aristocrat’s Gaming Systems division. This rollout follows a December agreement that …
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The American Gaming Association (AGA) has released its updated Responsible Gaming Statutes and Regulations Guide, reflecting a notable shift in how U.S. states approach the management of problem gambling. This 2025 edition highlights the move away from discretionary practices …
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Incentive Games has achieved two significant milestones in its international strategy, securing regulatory approval in both the United Kingdom and the U.S. state of Michigan. These new licences allow the company to deliver its real-money gaming products to operators …
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The American Gaming Association (AGA) has officially expressed its support for newly proposed legislation that would reinstate the full 100% deduction for gambling losses on federal income taxes. The backing comes as part of the association’s ongoing effort to address …
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A coalition of top consumer protection law firms has launched a significant legal offensive against four major daily fantasy sports (DFS) operators—FanDuel, DraftKings, PrizePicks, and Underdog Fantasy—by filing a series of class action lawsuits in California federal court. …
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Maryland’s casino market experienced a modest setback in June 2025, as combined revenue from its six licensed casinos fell to just over $160.6 million. This figure marks a 1.4% year-on-year decline, representing a $2.25 million drop compared to June 2024.…
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In 2024, Meta generated over $160 billion in advertising revenue—comprising more than 95% of its total earnings—illustrating the immense value it derives from its advertising business. At the core of this system is behavioral profiling, the practice of collecting and …
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