All posts by Steve Ruddock
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US Senator Hoping Third Time Is The Charm In Quest To Ban Online Gambling
Lindsey Graham can't quit his crusade against online gambling. The Senator from South Carolina plans to grill another AG nominee on the Wire Act.
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888 Strengthens US Online Poker Arm With All American Poker Network Buyout
After five years of involvement in a joint venture, 888 Holdings has acquired 100 percent ownership of the All American Poker Network.
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US Senator On Sports Betting Proposal: Bad Actors, Tainted Assets Need Not Apply
Draft legislation for a federal sports betting framework being circulated by Sen. Orrin Hatch touches on several issues familiar to online poker supporters.
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History Of Online Gambling Expansion Raises Questions For Sports Betting In 2019
Most analysts expect legal sports betting to spread rapidly across the country. So far so good, but don't be surprised if legislation suddenly stagnates.
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New York, Illinois Among Prime Candidates For Online Gambling Legislation In 2019
A preliminary rundown of the top five online gambling candidates for 2019: Connecticut, Illinois, Michigan, New York, and West Virginia.
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California Tribes Get Their Hands Dirty, File Lawsuit Against Card Clubs
The legality of "California" games could be settled once and for all now that two tribes have filed a lawsuit against the state's card clubs.
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PokerStars Inks Eldorado Deal; Is Nevada Online Gambling In The Cards?
PokerStars and Eldorado Resorts have inked a long-term deal that could see the online poker giant active in as many as 13 US states.
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Another Member Of Congress, Another Terrible Argument To Ban Online Gambling
Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner appears to be going after online gambling as he takes preliminary steps toward federal sports betting legislation.
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Elections Matter: Midterms Hand Gambling A Mixed Bag Of Wins And Losses
Election results around the United States impacted the future of online gambling and sports betting both directly and indirectly in a variety of states.
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Casinos In New Jersey And Pennsylvania See Online Gambling Opportunity Across The Border
Don't be surprised if you see more Pennsylvania casinos ship their online gambling products across the border into New Jersey — and vice versa.
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Regulators Approve Pennsylvania Online Gambling Permits For Presque Isle Downs, Stadium Casino
Pennsylvania regulators have given Presque Isle Downs and the Stadium Casino project interim approval to offer interactive gaming.
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Sports Leagues And Franchises Cozying Up To US Gambling Industry
For all their public concerns, professional sports leagues and franchises appear more than willing to ink agreements with casinos and sportsbooks.
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Penn National And IGT Link Up For Pennsylvania Online Gambling Under Hollywood Brand
IGT will provide the online casino and online poker platform for Penn National, entering Pennsylvania under Hollywood's license and branding.
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Which States Offer Online Lottery Sales For Mega Millions Tickets?
With gamblers acoss the US chasing the record $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot, folks in a handful of states can purchase lottery tickets online.
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Dead In The Water: Pennsylvania Developers Reportedly Ditching Stadium Casino Project
If the sale rumors are true, the Stadium Casino project in Philadelphia could be the sixth Pennsylvania property to change hands in a year.
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Lack Of Chatter About Illinois Online Gambling Could Be A Good Sign
Sports betting stole the show at a gaming expansion hearing in Illinois, but legal online gambling appears to be well positioned for a legislative push.
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Lessons For New PA Online Casinos, Part 5: Foster Competition
In order to maximize the online casino market's potential, Pennsylvania needs to foster competition. That will improve marketing and product innovation.
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Will Elections Spell Doom For Michigan Online Gambling And Sports Betting?
Midterm elections are likely going to reshape many statehouses, including Michigan's. Online gambling is one issue that may fall through the cracks.
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Forget What They Said; Congress Unlikely To Act On Sports Betting, Online Gambling
Politicians and witnesses talked the talk at last week's sports betting hearing, but they're unlikely to walk the walk of federal intervention.
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Resignation Of Top Regulator Deals Massachusetts Gaming Industry A Blow
Former chairman Stephen Crosby resigned from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission this week, leaving behind a long list of accomplishments.
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No Shortage Of Candidates For Remaining Pennsylvania Online Gambling Licenses
With its casinos tapping ott at 32 licenses, Pennsylvania has seven online gambling licenses left to award to outside entities via radom draw.
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Sports Betting Hearing In Congress Features Online Gambling Opponents
Congress will give airtime to two people at its sports betting hearing this week that will likely tell lawmakers that online gambling is bad for...
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Virtual Reality Comes To Online Poker With PokerStars VR
PokerStars has revealed a new, cutting-edge virtual reality online poker product that brings together elements from live and online poker.
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New Hampshire Becomes The Sixth State Offering Online Lottery
New Hampshire quietly rolled out its first online lottery products this week, making the Granite State the sixth state to offer draw and/or instant win...
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Pinpointing The Can’t-Miss Panels On The G2E 2018 Calendar
The US gaming industry is prepping for the biggest trade show and conference of the year. Here's what to expect at G2E and five can't...
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US Senator Hoping Third Time Is The Charm In Quest To Ban Online Gambling
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Chicago Mayor Again Pitches Illinois Casino Expansion To Ease Budget Shortfall
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Another Month, Another Record For New Jersey Online Casino Revenue
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888 Strengthens US Online Poker Arm With All American Poker Network Buyout
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US Senator On Sports Betting Proposal: Bad Actors, Tainted Assets Need Not Apply
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