Renowned gambling operator Penn National has recently revealed that it has entered into a lucrative partnership with Sportradar, the world’s leading provider of sports content and data. The partnership will allow Penn National Gaming to gain access to official NFL data which it can then use on its sports betting platforms. In its sportsbooks, Penn […]
Last week, FanDuel unveiled a standalone casino app that will be catering to the very lucrative Pennsylvanian online gambling market. FanDuel Casino App which is available for both iOS and Android users in the state. However, this is not the first that avid gamblers in the state will be hearing of the offering. The online […]
Pennsylvanian seems to be poised to go through yet another major gambling overhaul. This is thanks to a recent proposal by the state’s Senate which intends to introduce even more sweeping changes to the gaming market. Most notably, the proposal is pushing for the legalization of slot-like gaming terminals which will be situated in a […]
Things continue to look up for the Keystone State’s online gambling industry and a recent revenue report from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) details all of this. While the growth may have not been able to completely undo all of the damage that was left by the closure of land-based gaming facilities a couple […]
A little over a week ago, the World Series of Poker announced that its 85-tournament online series would be kicking off on July 1. The online series would be going down on the very popular WSOP.com and GGPoker networks which would be accessible from some states in the United States. This was definitely very exciting […]
The Keystone State’s online poker industry has been on a roll of late and this can mostly be attributed to the entry of the PokerStars, one of the world’s leading poker operators. Since its debut in the state, Pennsylvanian poker players have been treated to top-notch gaming services and the company is not backing down […]
Despite all the setbacks that it has had to face, the Keystone State’s gaming market continues to grow. Its sports betting sector has been one of the most successful with gamers in the state being able to choose from a wide range of great gaming options. The number of sports betting options is about to […]
At the beginning of the year, casino operators in the Keystone State launched an aggressive campaign whose main intention was to prevent further operation of the so-called “skill gaming” machines. Available in a number of convenience stores across the state, these machines have remained very controversial particularly because they are unregulated despite the fact that […]
A lot is going in the Keystone State as the gambling industry’s retail facilities prepare to open their doors to players. However, there is much more that is going on in the background and they are set to impact more than just the gambling industry. One of these things is a shift in legislation that […]
Cordish Gaming Group, the global gaming division of The Cordish Companies has recently inked a lucrative partnership deal with renowned online casinos solutions provider GAN. This deal is geared towards capitalizing on the nascent but rapidly growing online gambling market in the Keystone State. As per the terms of the partnership agreement, GAN will be […]
Stadium Casino RE, LLC, operator of Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia, was recently slapped with a $100,000 fine for collecting proxy sports wagers, a blatant violation of the Pennsylvania Gaming Act. The violation involved more than $287,000 in phone wagers on sports over a period of eight days at the casino. This kind of wagering […]
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board announced a record-breaking $5.7 billion in revenue for the state of Pennsylvania in 2023, marking an important milestone for the gaming sector in the Keystone State. The astounding figure represents a substantial increase of 9.3 percent from the prior year and is complemented by a record-breaking tax income of 2.34 […]
October saw a staggering increase in Pennsylvania’s sports betting handle, reaching an amazing $829.0 million. This mind-boggling sum was a notable 4.0% rise from the prior peak of $797.1 million, boosting the industry to an all-time high. A substantial 18.8% year-on-year gain in sports betting income, reaching $48.2 million, was propelled by the recent spike […]
Caesars has released a fresh initiative to strengthen its position in the expanding market of Pennsylvania online casinos. In its new guise as Caesars Palace Online Casino, the company hopes to compete with other top providers in Pennsylvania. Not just in Pennsylvania, but throughout the country, industry behemoths like DraftKings, BetMGM, and FanDuel have a […]
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board faces mounting criticism over a proposed rule change that would automatically remove individuals from the self-exclusion list for problem gambling once their ban period ends. This move has ignited debate among addiction experts, casino representatives, and state officials, with many warning of its potentially harmful consequences. Currently, individuals who voluntarily […]
In a bold move, PokerStars has inked a sponsorship deal with the Philadelphia Flyers, marking the first time an online poker brand has collaborated with the iconic NHL team. This partnership brings many benefits for Flyers fans and PokerStars players alike while solidifying the brand’s visibility in Pennsylvania’s competitive gaming market. Exclusive Fan Rewards and […]
Pennsylvania’s gaming market has seen several impressive developments, marking significant steps for both online and land-based operators. With the launch of Caesars Entertainment’s Horseshoe Online Casino and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) renewing the license for Wind Creek Bethlehem, the state’s gambling landscape is expanding in both digital and physical domains. Caesars’ Horseshoe Launch […]
Pennsylvania’s gambling industry saw impressive growth in August 2024, with total revenue hitting $525.5 million. This marks a 14.9% increase from the same time last year and a 4.9% rise from July. The state’s booming iGaming sector played a key role in driving these numbers, further cementing Pennsylvania’s place as a top market for online […]
Pennsylvania State Senator Wayne Fontana (D-Allegheny) is advocating for stricter regulations on online gambling payment options, citing concerns about rising credit card debt among players. Now that online gaming and sports betting have joined Pennsylvania’s traditional brick-and-mortar casinos as part of the state’s gaming expansion, Fontana is spearheading a legislative effort to revise the regulations […]
The Keystone State finds itself embroiled in a contentious debate over proposed regulations for PA Skill games, pitting local businesses against casinos. While the Pennsylvania Senate has been recently deliberating, the two sides hold differing views on the necessity and scope of these regulations. “It is something that’s helping local eateries, convenience stores, and organizations […]
For the second year in a row, Pennsylvania State Representative Dan Frankel (D-Allegheny) has spoken out against allowing smoking exemptions at some companies, such as casinos. He has submitted a bill in Harrisburg, the state capital, that would make it illegal to smoke inside casinos and other businesses that are now excluded from the law. […]
Gaming laws continue to advance in the Keystone State. Given the size of that gambling market, it is not surprising to see how new regulations are being introduced to make everything much more sustainable. One of the most recent developments is a proposal that will affect the state’s land-based gambling venues. This comes as part […]