David Danzis
David Danzis is a writer for PlayNY. A New Jersey native and honors graduate of Rutgers University, he served as a newspaper reporter for the New Jersey Herald and Press of Atlantic City, earning statewide awards for his coverage of politics, government, education, sports and business. Today, he contributes to New York's growing legal gambling landscape, including online sports betting and potential legalization of NY online casinos. David lives in Mays Landing with his wife and two children. When not on the beach, a golf course, or snowboarding, David enjoys watching his beloved New York sports teams — Yankees, Jets, Rangers and Knicks.
Posts by David Danzis
Pro-Gambling Lawmaker Addabbo Set To Host NY Problem Gambling Zoom Meeting
State Sen. Joseph Addabbo will be hosting a virtual problem gambling education seminar on Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
All Signs Point To 2024 Legalization Of Online Casinos In New York
Legalizing online casinos in New York has been on such an unlucky streak that it almost feels like legalization is a sure thing in 2024.
NY Online Casino May Get Push From Unlikeliest – And Smallest – Of States
Albany is unlikely to be swayed by Rhode Island politics, but proponents of online casinos in New York have yet another state to support their position.
Two Full Fiscal Years In, NY Sports Betting Still Growing And Opening Avenues To New Operators
As New York explores the possibility of legalizing online casinos, examining online sports betting is a valuable exercise for lawmakers.
Sportsbooks See Biggest April Since 2022 Launch, Fueled By March Madness Finish
The Final Four and NCAA men's basketball national championship kicked off the best April seen by New York sportsbooks since launching in 2022.
Sportsbooks Head Into Summer On A High As NY Operators Near $2 Billion In Handle
Online sportsbooks in New York saw revenue increase 34% year-over-year in May, with handle – the total amount wagered – skyrocketing by 45%.