In a major development for Washington’s sports betting scene, Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has launched a retail BetRivers Sportsbook at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge. This partnership with the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community allows customers to place bets on a wide range of U.S. and international sporting events, from parlays to in-game wagers. The grand opening of this sportsbook brings a new level of excitement to the...

Clarion Gaming has confirmed that the 2025 editions of ICE and iGB Affiliate in Barcelona, Spain, will set a new attendance record for any gambling industry event. According to Stuart Hunter, Managing Director of Clarion Gaming, the combined attendance for both shows is expected to exceed 56,000 industry professionals, surpassing the previous record of 52,345 set in London just a year ago. Hunter expressed excitement about...

After nearly two decades away from the U.S. market, Betcris has officially re-entered the scene by launching its first sportsbook in Arizona. The move is a significant milestone for the international operator, marking its first venture into the regulated U.S. sports betting market since exiting in 2007 following the enactment of the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA). The announcement...

DraftKings and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) have agreed to settle a legal dispute surrounding the use of NFL player likenesses in DraftKings’ NFT-based fantasy sports platform, Reignmakers. The parties informed the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on Monday that they had reached a settlement in principle. They requested a 60-day pause in the proceedings...

A proposed new casino in Cedar Rapids has sparked significant debate in the Iowa legislature, with a bill moving forward that would effectively prevent its development. The bill, which seeks to impose a five-year moratorium on new casino licenses in the state, was passed by the House Ways & Means Committee on Monday evening in a 17-8 vote. This legislation now heads to the full...

MGM Resorts International has agreed to a substantial $45 million settlement following two significant data breaches that compromised the personal information of millions of its customers. These breaches, which occurred in July 2019 and September 2023, led to the theft of sensitive data such as addresses, social security numbers, driver’s license numbers, passport details, phone numbers, and email addresses. The class action lawsuit alleged that...

Slotmill’s Last Man Standing is a new, action-packed 5×4 video slot that transports players to the dusty streets of a rugged Wild West town. With an array of unique features and an impressive max payout of 10,000x your bet, this game is anything but your typical Western-themed slot. Filled with dramatic showdowns, thrilling bonuses, and captivating symbols, Last Man Standing delivers a gun-slinging, high-volatility experience that offers up to 16,807...

In a significant move to combat gambling harm, the New South Wales (NSW) Government has announced plans to remove all gambling-related advertisements from public transport across the state. This ban, which will include trains, buses, ferries, and other state-owned infrastructure such as metro stations, is designed to reduce the visibility of gambling promotions that have become a common feature on public transport. Expanding efforts...

The European Union (EU) is sometimes considered a “single state” regarding economic contributions from a global perspective. The member states have much in common, including their regulations. Nevertheless, there are certain areas where each country operates independently and the iGaming industry is one. The region is not governed by a single regulatory framework. Instead, different countries have their regulations. In...

In a concerted effort to curb illegal online gambling activities, the Cyber Crime Police Station in Ribandar, Goa, has blocked 61 gambling websites as part of an extensive crackdown. This action aligns with ongoing measures to tackle fraudulent online operations and protect individuals from financial exploitation. According to Cyber Crime SP Rahul Gupta, the crackdown forms part of a larger...