The pressure to reopen the economy of the United States continues to mount. Already, several states including the Keystone State are drafting plans to reopen with the responsibility of seeing this through delegated to special authorities. In the case of Pennsylvania, the state gaming control board has recently laid out measures and guidelines that the […]
It has been quite the ride since the coronavirus pandemic began wreaking havoc on the global economy. Over two months later and the United States, just like many other countries, is still struggling to deal with the issue. However, there is a lot of pressure to reopen the economy, and, as expected, this is raising […]
Earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) released the April revenue figures for the state’s gambling industry. As expected, the downtown that began on the onset of the coronavirus pandemic has continued to wreak havoc on the sector. Most of the state’s land-based casinos have had to remain closed as part of statewide […]
Despite the ravaging impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, the world of online gambling has been finding ways to keep the fire burning. In Pennsylvania, the land-based gaming facilities have remained closed for a while but the online gambling operators have been hard at work striving to satisfy their growing customer bases. Hopefully, things return to […]
Slots lovers in the Keystone State are in for some great news thanks to the addition of some new fun and exciting slot titles to two of the state’s online casinos. This is all thanks to the recent partnership between renowned gaming solutions developer AGS and Rush Street Interactive. The latter currently runs BetRivers.com and […]
Penn National Gaming Incorporated, one of the country’s biggest gaming brands, has been having a bit of a tough time navigating its business over the past few months. Just like many other businesses across the state, the casino operator has had to close down key parts of its operations as part of nationwide directives to […]
Sports betting remains to be one of the most lucrative markets for gaming operators in the United States. Despite the cancellation and suspension of several sporting activities, some gaming operators are still very optimistic about the sector. One of the Keystone State-based gaming companies that still has its sights set on the sports betting scene […]
Its been weeks since a number of businesses across the United States and the Keystone State halted operations amid efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus pandemic that has rocked the world. Needless to say, the economy has taken quite the hit and there are quite a number of concerns regarding the future of […]
Renowned daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator DraftKings has been very busy of late. Less than a week ago, the fantasy sports provider recorded a significant rise in the price of its stock when it closed a massive $3.3 billion merger. This merger enabled the company to trade on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Needless to […]
Through its partnership with renowned Pennsylvanian land-based casino operator Harrah’s Philadelphia, Caesars Entertainment has recently launched an online casino in the Keystone State. The launch which happened on April 23 brings the total number of online casinos in the state to 9, which is just 3 more options shy of matching up to the state’s […]
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 […]