Atlantic City Revel Owner Faces Fraud Probe in Florida
Florida-based developer Glenn Straub (l.)—owner of the closed Revel casino in Atlantic City—is under investigation in Florida for allegedly placing fraudulent construction liens against the ranch and townhouse of a former girlfriend, according to the Miami Herald. Straub has been unable to re-open the former Revel site in New Jersey and is rumored to be close to selling the property.
Governor Signs DFS Bill in New Jersey
Daily fantasy sports is legal now in New Jersey after Governor Chris Christie (l.) signed a bill authorizing the wager. The industry is expected to provide more than $6 million in tax revenue for the state.
Not All Tribes Hostile to Sports Betting
The attitude of gaming tribes towards legalizing sports betting in the U.S. is not monolithic. But many tribes consider lifting the ban to be an attack on their sovereign right to offer gaming. New Jersey Congressman Frank Pallone (l.) is drafting a bill that would give tribes the right to offer sports betting within their own state compacts.
PlaySugarHouse.com Celebrates One-Year Anniversary by Letting Players Gamble for FREE
To celebrate its one-year anniversary, PlaySugarHouse.com is letting players gamble for free on Wednesday, September 6.
NJ State Senator Plans Bill to Open iGaming Player Pools
On August 25, New Jersey state Sen. Ray Lesniak plans to introduce a bill that would allow people outside of the state to place bets at New Jersey’s online casinos, according to Online Poker Report.
FanDuel Streamlines Classic Fantasy Football Logistics
FanDuel has gone mainstream, unveiling a version of classic fantasy football this season. The DFS giant is streamlining the draft, how fees are paid, and other logistics.
Loyalty Programs, Promotions Let Online Players Get ‘Rakeback’
Most iGaming sites charge a “rake” on each poker pot, but they also offer loyalty programs and promotions so players can get some of that money back. One of the keys to making money at online poker is taking advantage of any “rakeback” you can get.
MGM Grand to Debut First Free-Roam Virtual Reality Arena in Vegas
Las Vegas’ first multi-player free-roam virtual reality experience will debut September 8 inside LEVEL UP, the tech-savvy gaming lounge at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino.
Mayweather vs. McGregor: Sweeping Records, Generating Hype
Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor will battle it out on Saturday, Aug. 26 in Las Vegas, an event that has swept the public thanks to social media and is likely to set records. iGamingPlayer.com’s Dave Bontempo will be there broadcasting the worldwide feed.
Kowall Reviewing Michigan Online Gaming Bill
Michigan state Senator Mike Kowall is reviewing his online gambling measure and will hold meetings on it when legislators return to Lansing. The bill would have the Michigan Gaming Control Board regulate the industry and let land-based casinos apply for online gambling licenses. It also would let tribes regulate their own gambling sites.
Tribes Divided Over Sports Betting
Should sports betting be legalized? That question divides America’s gaming tribes, with the tribes who represent the lion’s share of the profits leaning towards legalization and participation by gaming tribes. An initial release by the National Indian Gaming Association supporting the effort of the American Gaming Association required a clarification by NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens (l.).
Disney Looking to Host eSports
The Walt Disney Company is looking to host eSports competitions at its Walt Disney World complex in Orlando. The events would be held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, a 220-acre facility that can host over 70 types of sports. The facility focuses on youth-based events.
