Posts by Jimmy Reinman
Global Casino Market Expects Value Of $160 Billion By 2027
New reports have the global casino industry expected to reach a total value of $159.3 billion by 2027. U.S. online gambling expansions as well as retail expansions have led to this influx in growth to the overall market. A drop-off after 2027 is expected to be seen once the casino markets worldwide have balanced out…
Read MoreMaryland Casinos Reporting Higher Figures Than Pre-Pandemic
Casinos in Maryland have been steadily growing, and are now reporting numbers higher than that of before the worldwide pandemic. Maryland’s six casinos reported a total of $161.5 million in June, up over 13% from June of 2019. ANNAPOLIS, Md. – It appears that casino gambling in the state of Maryland is returning to normal…
Read MoreGovernor DeSantis Gives Final Send Off To Gambling Expansion Bill
Governor Ron DeSantis officially signed the bills to put in motion the gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe. While the bill has passed the state House and Senate it still must pass the U.S. Department of the Interior for final approval. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Tuesday will forever be a monumental day for sports betting in…
Read MoreAlabama Gambling Bill Fails In Last Ditch Effort
Last minute efforts to pass sports betting, a state lottery, and other gaming platforms has failed in the Alabama House of Representatives today. The bill failed to be brought up in time for a referendum on Monday, which was the final day of session for Alabama lawmakers. MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The push for legal gambling…
Read MoreGaming Expansion Bill, Facing Opposition From Ohio Casinos
Ohio casino owners are pushing back on the state’s new gambling bill set to bring sports betting to the state. The bill includes a note that will allow slot machine-esque games to open in nearly 900 locations across the state, a natural detriment to casino business. COLUMBUS, Ohio – The battle for legal sports betting…
Read MoreBetting Limits At Colorado Casinos Will Soon Be History
The state of Colorado implemented no-limit betting at many of its physical locations this week. State officials passed Amendment 77 back in November which would allow no-limit betting to be set by individual casinos instead of a widespread state law. DENVER, Colo. – Bettors in Colorado are ready to bet big to win big with…
Read MoreConnecticut Moves Closer To Regulated Sports Betting
Connecticut lawmakers are moving forward on passing sports betting law following the passing of House Bill 6451 in March of 2021. Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has reached an agreement with the Mohegan Tribe and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe that will allow CT to offer sports betting and online casino gaming through their locations. HARTFORD, Conn. –…
Read MoreSouth Dakota Sports Betting Bill, Officially Signed Into Law
South Dakota legalized sports betting at Deadwood locations when Governor Kristi Noem officially signed and passed Senate Bill 44. DEADWOOD, S.D. – Residents and visitors to the great state of South Dakota will now be able to enjoy legal state-sponsored sports betting at Deadwood casino locations in the near future. On Thursday, March 18, South…
Read MoreVirginia Continues Fight To Control Unregulated Skill Games
Virginia lawmakers are looking to crack down on illegal slot machines that have been operating falsely under “game of skill” laws. These “grey machines” could now be subject to a new bill that would give local governments the power to shut down operators who are out of compliance. RICHMOND, Va. – Virginia lawmakers are making…
Read MorePolitical Unrest In Georgia Could Delay Sports Betting Legislation
A sports betting law scheduled for a vote in the Georgia House of Representatives was delayed this past week due to disagreements with the fairness of the voting process. Georgia is looking to bring legal sports betting to the state in 2021, but needs support from both sides of the aisle to do so. ATLANTA…
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