Ziv Chen
Ziv Chen
Ziv Chen is an industry news contributor at Covers.com
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Connecticut Leads Latest Crackdown on Sweepstakes Casinos
The Constitution State is moving aggressively to ban sweepstakes casinos and online gambling sites, the increasingly popular but legally gray online gaming niche.
Ontario iGaming Revenue Increases 25% Year-Over-Year
The province's iGaming non-adjusted gross income rose 25%, increasing from $250 million in April 2024 to $313 million in April 2025.
Maine Bill Reignites Online Casino Discussion
The bill would establish a regulatory framework for online casino gaming, and the Wabanaki Nations would have full control of internet gaming in the state.
Robinhood Completes Acquisition of Bitstamp Cryptocurrency Exchange
Financial services and future markets trading platform Robinhood Markets has completed a $200 million acquisition of Luxembourg-based cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp.
Illinois Gambles Betting Operators Won't Leave State Following Tax Hike
Despite pushback from major sportsbooks, the Land of Lincoln is moving forward with a significant change to its sports betting tax structure.
Social Media Users Slam Rising Vegas Strip Hotel Hospitality Fees
In recent weeks, users engulfed social media with a maelstrom of criticism about hospitality fees at Las Vegas Strip hotels. Respondents bemoaned what they described as excessive and opaque pricing.
Thunder Valley Casino Gambler Wins $549,330 in New High-Limit Slots Room
Casino officials confirmed a guest at Thunder Valley Casino Resort in California recently hit a more than half a million-dollar jackpot in the resort's newly opened High Limit Slots Room.
Indiana Poker Player Hits Royal Flush Jackpot at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas
A gambler visiting Vegas from Indiana scored a major jackpot on Thursday, May 29, landing a royal flush at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, according to the casino.
White Hat Studios Expands Flagship Franchise with 7s Fire Blitz Power 5 Jackpot Royale Express
The game is available now exclusively with FanDuel in New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, ahead of its network launch later this month.
Ohio Resistance to Legal Gambling Continues Amid RG Concerns
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has warned that legalized iGaming could increase addiction risks, especially among young people.
PENN Entertainment Sets Opening Date for New Illinois Casino
PENN Entertainment will launch its new land-based Hollywood Casino Joliet six months ahead of schedule on Aug. 11.
High Roller Technologies Applies for Ontario Gaming License
High Roller Technologies aims to go live with HighRoller.com in Ontario sometime in the second half of 2025.
New York Senate Approves Bill to Boost Mets' Owner’s Casino Hopes
The state Senate voted to let New York City change the classification of 50 acres of parking lots around the Mets’ Citi Field, clearing a roadblock for owner Steve Cohen’s plans for a casino there.
Federal Judge Compels Stake Lawsuit to Arbitration
U.S. District Court Judge James V. Selna ruled that the case must pass through arbitration before the illegality of Stake.us can be determined.
Sweepstakes Casino Player Acquisition Growing by 16% Month-on-Month
With sweepstakes casinos, the average player has 2.6 betting days in the first month compared to 4.3 days for online casinos.
Louisiana House Moves to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos
Bill clears Legislative Bureau without amendment, positioning it for a third reading on the House floor.
BetMGM Named Las Vegas Aces' Sports Betting, Online Casino Partner
The sports wagering operator made a deal with the Vegas Aces, becoming the reigning WNBA champions' online casino and sportsbook partner.
Connecticut Senate Approves Anti-Sweepstakes Bill
The Senate unanimously passed a proposal to prevent online sweepstakes casinos from operating in the Nutmeg State.
Habanero and SkillOnNet Extend Brazilian iGaming Partnership
The newly regulated Brazilian iGaming and betting market, which launched on January 1, is expected to generate $2.9 billion in revenue this year.
Online Gambling in Illinois Could Still Happen
Illinois lawmakers face pressure as proposals to legalize online casinos stall, though some legislators are not ruling anything out.
