New York’s Gov. Kathy Hochul has an important decision on her hands, as this week, she received legislation to approve or reject. The bill in question would allow for former convicted criminals to be hired at the state’s casinos. She received the bill on Tuesday for a review, after it […]
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AGCO Gives the Go-Ahead to Several iGaming Operators
The number of internet-gaming operators in Ontario continues to grow higher, as the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has given its go-ahead to several new brands. Their debut in the province’s legal sector comes a month after, the iGaming regulator announced October 31, 2022, as the deadline for grey-market […]
Experts Project Drop in NY’s Sports Betting in 2023
New York’s mobile sports betting market opened at the start of 2022, exceeding everyone’s expectations by accumulating more than US$13 billion in betting activity since its launch. However, some experts from the industry predict that the digital sector will not be able to replicate its results from this year into […]
Casino Rama Announces 90s Shows Roster
Casino Rama is bringing entertainment levels up a notch in 2023, as the gaming amenity has most recently announced a 90s lineup of live events. Titled “I Love The 90s Tour”, the roster features some of the most popular names from the 90s, who will entertain the crowds at the […]
Driver Sets New Woodbine Entertainment Record
This week has been one for the history books for Woodbine Entertainment and its Woodbine Mohawk Park, as a new track record has been set. On Monday, December 5, 2022, James MacDonald became the first driver to record eight victories on a single-day harness racing card. He also emerged victorious […]
Auditor General Advises OLG on Scratch Ticket Activities
Last week, Ontario’s Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk released her report on the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, which is the agency responsible for conducting legal lottery and gambling in the province. Some of her findings claim that when buying scratch tickets Ontarians may not be aware when all the top […]
Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Wants in on Times Square Casino Action
It looks like SL Green and Caesars Entertainment have received a boost in their pursuit of a commercial casino in Times Square, New York City. The two have now partnered up with Roc Nation, which is an entertainment agency founded by popular hip-hop artist and producer Jay-Z. The trio will […]
Alberta is the Second Province to Ban UFC Wagering
Alberta has also backed Ontario’s decision to prohibit regulated wagering on UFC fights after integrity concerns emerged in the sport. On Friday, December 2, 2022, the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission made the announcement about its decision, making it the second Canadian jurisdiction to ban wagering on UFC events […]
Auditor General Criticizes OLG’s Choice for Niagara Casinos Operator
Last week, Ontario Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk issued her annual report, which managed to stir the pot in the province’s gambling industry. Her report alleges that in 2019 the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation awarded the keys to Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara to their current Mohegan Gaming […]
Woodbine Ent. Updates Racebook Schedule
This week, Ontario’s horse racing leader, Woodbine Entertainment, reported that it has made some adjustments to its simulcast wagering hours at its Woodbine Mohawk Park. Racebook betting at the Standardbred track will now be available from noon on Saturdays, while it is also available during the operator’s current live harness […]