Tag: online gambling
Justice Department Targets Online Gambling… Again!
Months after losing in Federal Court, the US Justice Department will have their online gambling appeal heard. The fight over whether the Wire Act applies to Internet betting or only sports betting is on the line! Also, more Las Vegas casinos announce their openings and we have a new game review! A federal appellate court will hear arguments later this month on the case between the New Hampshire Lottery Commission and the Justice Department over the interpretation of the Wire Act which could decide the fate of online gambling in America. Last week, the First Circuit Court of Appeals…
Will Gambling Compliance Change in 2020?
With a year of increased regulatory scrutiny all over the world, there is a high possibility that gaming industry will face strict rules and regulations as well as responsible gaming in 2020. The good thing about this is that, the regulations will be very flexible on some forms of gambling. But for land-based casinos its going to be a different story. As it stands, the gambling industry is facing a massive negative media attention mostly in the UK. This is were issues as advertising, along wit the use of credit cards have been appearing in the press. This has resulted…
Pennsylvania & New Jersey Gambling Down Huge
Despite an explosion in the volume of online gambling in the states, both Pennsylvania and New Jersey gambling have fallen dramatically during the pandemic… losing nearly $300 million in revenue. Things were not any better in Delaware. Despite online gambling indeed skyrocketing in all three states, newly released data show it wasn’t nearly enough to offset massive losses from traditional casinos. Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware allow regulated online gaming, including poker, roulette and slots. As casinos across the country went dark under the Coronavirus last month, eyes turned toward those digital life rafts: could they ride out the storm?…
The Go-getter’s Guide to Online Gambling for Beginners
Are you scouting for new entertaining yet rewarding gaming activity to pass the time? Life can get stressful and overwhelming at times. However, that shouldn’t stop you from having the best entertainment. One of the many gaming forms you can try is online gambling. Are you a novice to the gambling world? You are just in luck! It’s quite comprehensive and all yours to explore, discover numerous casino games, meet like-minded individuals, and also walk away as a millionaire. If you are wondering where to start, here’s a novice go-getter’s guide. Security and safety Here’s the first thing that might…
Online Gambling “Viral Explosion” in America?
Could online gambling benefit from the Coronavirus? Most major casinos have been shut down as the world battles the pandemic. However, as more and more states lose gambling revenue, there is an increasing interest for internet casinos, poker and sports betting! Hello friends! And welcome to the shelter-in-place edition of This Week in Gambling! Las Vegas is closed. Atlantic City is closed. Monaco and Macau are closed. In fact, at this point I don’t even think you can buy a damn lottery ticket at the 7-eleven! However, just because the world has come to a screeching halt because of a…
States Could Look to Online Gambling as a “Savior”
Some casinos in America are starting to re-think this whole online gambling thing. Many have resisted the move, usually based on scare tactics implemented by multi-billionaire casino moguls (think Sheldon Adelson). But as the times change and pandemics change our world, even the biggest opponents may soon be faced with a serious economic choice. In states like New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Nevada and Delaware online gambling casino, poker or some combination of all three can be played from the relative safety of a living room via computer or mobile device,is legal and regulated. Any impacts from the Coronavirus shutdowns could be…