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Connecticut Governor Rejects Online Gambling Proposal
Governor Ned Lamont dismissed a request to use his power to allow tribes to offer online gambling due to the closure of their casinos because of COVID-19 outbreak. The governor and the tribal owners of the Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods Casino have had tension between them since March. The proposal would bring mobile casinos and…
Read MoreExperts Warn, Quarantines Could Lead To Problem Gambling Uptick
The shift to online gambling may lead to increased problematic behaviors in at-risk players. Since brick-and-mortar casinos are closed online gambling is becoming more popular across the US. Online Casinos are expected to see a significant uptick in their usage. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — With the coronavirus pandemic forcing brick-and-mortar casinos to close, many gamblers…
Read MoreGAN To Launch iGaming In Michigan With the Sault Tribe
Michigan law HB 4311 which was passed in December 2019, allows real money internet casino gaming in Michigan along with brick-and-mortar sports betting. GAN is one of the world’s leading companies in supplying internet gambling software. The Sault Tribe and GAN reached an agreement where GAN will provide operational services to the Tribe’s five land-based…
Read MorePokerStars Founder Admits To Illegal Operation, Awaits Sentencing Date
The Department of Justice announced that Isai Scheinberg, founder of PokerStars, pled guilty to all chargers. Full Tilt Poker and Absolute Poker were also poker sites named in the case. Scheinberg was arrested in Switzerland and extradited to the US in January. NEW YORK — The infamous Black Friday case that completely reshaped online poker…
Read MoreRed Rake Gaming Secures Partnership With PremierGaming
PremierGaming will have access to all of Red Rakes gaming releases. Red Rake Gaming partnered with PremierGaming for the launch of their full catalog of casino games. PremierGaming will offer bettors the game Solomon the King with a chance to win 20,000x. VALENCIA, Spain — Red Rake Gaming has yet again reached another partnership this…
Read MoreGambling Firms Pushed To Implement Betting Cap Due To COVID-19
The betting cap would be £50 a day limit and would be temporary. Gambling operators have increased promoting virtual sports more as an alternative to betting on canceled sporting events. MP’s also want to prevent customers from opening up multiple gambling accounts. LONDON — The coronavirus pandemic has led to the cancellation of the biggest…
Read MoreBetZest Deposit Options Expand With Skrill And Neteller Deal
Online Sportsbook Betzest announced a partnership with Skrill and Neteller providing faster payments. Betzest launched in the summer of 2018. Betzest will expand its operations into live betting and virtual sports. NEWARK, N.J. – Betzest has been one of the best online casino’s and sportsbooks in the industry since its launch in July 2018. Earlier…
Read MoreThe United Kingdom Bans Gambling With Credit Cards
The ban applies to all forms of gambling including land-based and online sports betting. The United Kingdom Gambling Commission estimates that 800,000 bettors use credit cards to fund their gambling accounts. The ban will take effect on April 14, 2020. LONDON – The United Kingdom has one of the safest and regulated sports betting markets…
Read MoreBet365 Closes Online Casino In Germany, What About New Jersey?
Bet365 is trying to obtain a sports betting license from the German regulatory authority. Germany is currently implementing major changes to its online gambling space. New Jersey’s sports betting industry brought in a reported $219 million dollars in revenue for the month of November. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Days before entering the new decade, bet365…
Read MoreEndorphina Partners With BetWarrior To Launch Mobile Slots
BetWarrior customers now have access to Dia de los Muertos and Mystery of Eldorado. Endorphina is licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority. BetWarrior is licensed in Curacao. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The iGaming studio, Endorphina, has reached a deal with the mobile-driven company BetWarrior to expand its operations further into the mobile gaming market. The deal…
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