The gambling industry in the United States is highly developed. Cities like Las Vegas are famous for their large casinos, offering a wide variety of gambling options. Additionally, lotteries are also popular nationwide with a variety of types available. Furthermore, some regions also allow legal spo
"The American Financial Times" has released the latest data, showing that global online gambling (iGaming) is entering a new growth cycle. By 2029, the market size is expected to reach $186.6 billion, compared to $117.5 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 12.3%.Europe remains the
PrizePicks has officially obtained an interactive fantasy sports operating license from the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC), marking the Atlanta-based operator's re-entry into the key US gambling market after being fined $15 million for unlicensed operations. This return is based on PrizePi
Las Vegas's major casinos, after reaching a historic settlement with the Nevada Gaming Control Board, claim to have significantly improved compliance culture, yet still generally resist the introduction of independent anti-money laundering monitoring agencies. In the first half of 2025, MGM Resorts,
Virginia legislators have paused the consideration of bills to legalize iGaming to allow for further research and the consideration of establishing a new state gaming commission. Senators Mamie Locke and Representative Marcus Simon introduced bills SB827 and HB2171 in January 2025, respectively, but
Original: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-and-us-take-joint-action-to-disrupt-major-online-fraud-networkThe following content is an unchanged translation of the original:The UK and US governments today (October 14) jointly sanctioned a criminal network operating illegal scam centers in Southea
Washington News — The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), in collaboration with the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), announced the largest joint action to date against Cambodia's "Prince Grou
Bally's Corporation has recently been advancing its casino business on both the east and west coasts of the United States, with its casino resort project in the Bronx, New York, having received approval from the local Community Advisory Committee, moving into the state government review phase. At th
The New York Community Advisory Committee (CAC) recently voted 2 to 4 to reject Thor Equities' bid to build a casino complex in Coney Island. This is the fourth project to be rejected in the New York State casino license review process and one of the proposals with the lowest local support so far. T
Significant progress has been made in the competition for casino licenses in New York State, with two major casino development proposals receiving approval from local community advisory committees. This progress marks a critical first step in the New York casino expansion plan, laying the foundation
The competition for casino licenses in New York State has entered a critical phase, with increasing attention on the Citi Field casino entertainment complex project proposed by Mets owner Steve Cohen. The project plans an $8 billion investment, in collaboration with Hard Rock International, to creat
The licensing process for casinos in New York State has entered a critical phase, with two highly anticipated casino projects—Metropolitan Park in Queens and MGM Empire City in Yonkers—having completed their second round of public hearings this week. These projects are currently awaiting the decisio
Recently, the American fintech company Robinhood filed a lawsuit in the Massachusetts state court, seeking to prevent the state's Attorney General and the Gaming Commission (MGC) from enforcing state-level regulation on its sports prediction market business. This action is seen as the latest manifes
The U.S. Treasury Department announced sanctions against 19 entities related to Southeast Asian scam networks, including several Chinese businessmen naturalized in Cambodia and their controlled banks and casinos. The U.S. stated that this move aims to combat transnational criminal organizations invo
Underdog and Crypto.com announced a joint launch in the United States of sports event contracts based on a prediction market model, offering users a new betting method compliant with federal regulations. This move will allow players to exchange views on the outcomes of major sports leagues such as t
Renowned game provider Pragmatic Play has confirmed its full withdrawal from the U.S. lottery market, stating that its products will no longer appear on any U.S. lottery platforms. A company spokesperson indicated that this decision was based on "regulatory dynamics and the evolving legislative envi
Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) recently officially issued a sports betting license to bet365 at a regulatory hearing, making it the company's 15th operating state in the USA. This decision coincides with the week before the NFL season starts, securing ample time for bet365's mark
