New York has been so close to legalizing online poker several times. Experts and industry analysts alike seemed certain that New York would pass a bill in 2018. The year thus far, however, has been filled with chaos. In the Assembly, one member continued making excuses for why its poker
The weekly Global Glance looks at the online poker scene around the world. What happens with online poker and gambling beyond America’s borders can and often does impact the state of online poker in the United States. The big news is that PartyPoker is ready to be the second site
Key Michigan lawmakers have been in talks with the state’s Native American tribal leaders since the introduction of bills to legalize and regulate online poker and casino games. And though the discussions have led to many compromises that make the industry appealing to tribes and land-based casino operators alike, the
It is not a surprise to learn that most millennials believe that online gambling should be legal, but it is newsworthy that they also find traditional land-based casinos depressing. Younger consumers are also more likely to place bets with bookmakers online. The results of the data from YouGov couldn’t be
Online poker and gambling became real legislative possibilities for Illinois in 2017. The Senate even passed a bill to legalize and regulate those internet games one year ago, but the companion bill on the House side never garnered enough support to even pass a committee. There has been no word
The weekly Global Glance looks at the online poker scene around the world. What happens with online poker and gambling beyond America’s borders can and often does impact the state of online poker in the United States. Months after PokerStars merged its Spanish and French online poker markets, it finally
The good news is that New York online poker is still alive in the state legislature. The bad news is that the Assembly has shown no sign of movement beyond the addition of nearly 50 co-sponsors, and it remains in the Racing, Gaming and Wagering Committee. While Assemblyman Clyne Vanel
The weekly Global Glance looks at the online poker scene around the world. What happens with online poker and gambling beyond America’s borders can and often does impact the state of online poker in the United States. As Portugal’s entry to the online poker liquidity network remains delayed, its online
Massachusetts has been mentioned very infrequently in 2018 with regard to online poker legislation. In fact, since State Senator Eileen Donoghue introduced a new bill in January 2018, the industry has been mum on Massachusetts. However, the US Supreme Court decision pertaining to sports betting could be the impetus to
Since Michigan State Representative Brandt Iden took up the issue of online gaming in 2017, he has been confident and persistent in passing legislation in an expeditious manner. He was quick to gather information and set goals. Iden was also quick to set deadlines. His HB.4926 legislation, better known as
Now more than 24 hours since the United States Supreme Court ruled for New Jersey in the famous sports betting case, reactions are everywhere. Every facet of the gaming industry has responded, along with sports leagues, state governments, and even members of Congress. The happiest of them all, however, is
Sports bettors, the time to celebrate is now. The United States Supreme Court announced one of its most highly-anticipated decisions today in the Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association case, and the result is that every state in America now has the option to legalize and offer sports betting. In
