During the summer, Wyoming hosts its most famous event, Cheyenne Frontier Days, which boasts of being one of the biggest outdoor rodeo and Western celebrations in the world. A professional bull-riding competition is just one of the many attractions of this year’s festival, which also features a music series, carnival, parade, cook-off, and air show. […]
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has just published the gaming revenue data for July, which shows a notable rise in comparison to July of the previous year. According to the findings of the survey, Pennsylvania’s gaming industry saw modest year-over-year growth. In July 2022, the state’s gaming authority reported $429.07 million in earnings from […]
In conjunction with Evolution, the FanDuel Group has launched its very first FanDuel-branded live dealer studios in the state of Pennsylvania. This move is part of the company’s plan to extend its portfolio of online casino games across the United States. The well-known online gaming and fantasy sports operator has also extended its services to […]
Wind Creek Bethlehem has presented a mitigation plan to the Pennsylvania Gaming Board through which it will improve security and make sure that unattended children will not present a problem in the future. According to the casino, it plans to spend around $4 million to become more effective in this sector. Wind Creek Had Quite a […]
According to a press release issued this week, Pace-O-Matic’s legal representatives have secured a settlement that involves the restoration of its confiscated skill games, equipment, and money. In September of 2021, the Pennsylvania Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement and the Clearfield County District Attorney’s office conducted raids and confiscated this property wrongfully. This fight was […]
In April, Pennsylvania’s gaming sector set a new high for revenue, with $461.6 million received from gamblers closely matching the previous record set in March. The good and rising statistics come from a handful of factors, according to PGCB Director of Communications Doug Harbach. Players are continuing to feel at ease with the expanding iGaming […]
Renowned worldwide online gambling operator and the leading live betting sportsbook, PointsBet has recently received the award for the top sports betting operator at the EGR North America Awards 2022 for the second year in a row. The award comes as a result of the company’s unwavering commitment, impressive scale and development, capacity to innovate […]
Pennsylvania casinos had a pretty solid run in the 2021 calendar year. Casinos in the state did very well in terms of recovery from the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. To put this into perspective, these gaming operations brought in a state-record $4.7 billion in revenue. Online gaming’s contributions were a key part of […]
Online gamers in Pennsylvania have gotten yet another mobile gaming option thanks to the recent launch of the new betPARX ® app in the state. The new app brings together a world-class mobile casino and sports betting experience. With that, the app should be able to compete with all the other offerings that are available […]
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 […]
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 […]