Posts by Christina Monroe
Google & Apple Named In Alabama Illegal Gambling Federal Lawsuits
Two cases have been filed in the Alabama federal court against Google and Apple for profiting off of illegal gambling apps they offer their customers. Games where people can buy coins and other purchases are being called “gambling” and each company profits off of any app they offer for download with a cut of 30%…
Read MoreBill To Legalize Remote Raffles In New Jersey Vetoed Temporarily
Senate Bill 2842 that would make remote raffles legal in New Jersey has been given a temporary veto by Governor Phil Murphy. Murphy has asked bill sponsors to make 25 amendments, mostly with the words used in the bill, before he will sign it into law. The biggest issue is Murphy only wants remote raffles…
Read MoreR.I. Twin River Casinos Purchase Bally’s Brand Name For $20 Million
Twin River casino locations in the nation will now be renamed Bally’s as part of a deal with Caesars Entertainment. The deal cost Twin River an estimated $20 million when all was said and done to be able to use the Bally’s name as their own. LAS VEGAS – Twin River Worldwide Holdings (TRWH) has…
Read MoreVirginia Wants To Be Rid Of Skill-Based Gambling Machines In 2021
Virginia legalized gambling terminals for one year, which will end in July 2021. Governor Ralph Northam currently has no intention of renewing these machines to stay legal and instead will ban them from the Commonwealth when the bill expires. In November, five towns in Virginia will be given the opportunity to vote on having legal…
Read MoreCatawba Nation Of NC Names Their Casino Two Kings Casino Resort
The Catawba Nation of North Carolina has paid tribute to their Tribe’s history by giving the future resort and casino a name reflecting that. The Two Kings Casino Resort will open their doors for phase one of the facility’s opening and its activities beginning in the Summer of 2021. Estimates show the resort being able…
Read MoreCasinos In Atlantic City Suffer $112M Loss In 2nd Quarter
The nine casinos in Atlantic City had a combined loss of $112 million in the second quarter because of the three-month period they were closed because of COVID-19. Online gambling platforms fared better for New Jersey even allowing a few to profit during the mandatory closures of land-based establishments. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Atlantic City…
Read MoreThe Legal Saga Of Phil Ivey & Borgata Finally Nearing The End
It’s been a near $10 million question for almost a decade as to who is owed the money, Borgata, or players Phil Ivey and Cheung Yin Sun. A settlement has been agreed upon between the two parties with no terms being disclosed to the public at this time. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – It’s been years…
Read MorePennsylvania Sees Massive Financial Losses From Casino Closures
In the three months of mandatory shutdowns from the Coronavirus, Pennsylvania’s 12 casinos lost an estimated half a billion dollars in revenue for the state. Research analysts from the Allegheny Institute for Public Policy expect the Keystone State to continue to feel the effects of these losses in the years to come. PITTSBURGH – Pennsylvania…
Read MoreAGA Says They Require More Federal Funds To Stay In Business
The American Gaming Association (AGA) is requesting more financial help through federal aid, specifically the current proposal known as the HEALS Act. According to the President and CEO of the AGA, Bill Miller, further funding is crucial for the gaming industry in the United States to weather the storm of COVID-19. WASHINGTON, D.C. – The…
Read MoreMaryland Lawmakers Discuss The Potential For In-State iLottery
An iLottery may be in Maryland’s future as the topic has been brought up to the House Ways and Means Committee. With other gaming revenue reaching all-time lows, the Maryland Lottery is expected to go over the estimated $571 million in revenue for the year. BALTIMORE – As Maryland’s budget deficit continues to grow higher…
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