Grant Lucas, Author at PlayNY

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New Year, Same Long Process Continues For Downstate NY Casino Licenses

Over a year since the state issued a request for applications to award three New York casino licenses, we still do not appear close seeing them issued.

Posted on: January 9, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Upstate NY Casinos Close Out 2023 Strong But Just Miss Single-Year Record

The four upstate commercial casinos in New York reported one of its best revenue totals for December but fell just shy of the single-year record.

Posted on: January 8, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Old NY Online Casino Bill Reupped In Committee, But Expect New Legislation Soon

While a 2023 bill was recommitted to a New York Senate committee, Sen. Joe Addabbo told PlayNY that a new bill will be introduced.

Posted on: January 5, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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New Year’s Powerball Jackpot Run Leads To $45M For New York Education

While New York wasn't home to the $842 million jackpot winner for the Jan. 1 Powerball drawing, lottery sales contributed $45 million for education.

Posted on: January 4, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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A New Industry Emerges, More Records Set: What To Expect In New York In 2024

With a new year comes new expectations for New York gambling. After a few historic and record-breaking years, what does New York have in store for 2024?

Posted on: January 3, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Hard Rock CEO Thinks Florida Could Top NY Sports Betting, But Could It Really?

Hard Rock CEO Jim Allen has lofty aspirations for Florida. But New York sports betting won't give up its No. 1 spot, despite Hard Rock's claims.

Posted on: January 2, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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How NY Sports Betting Record Numbers Look Broken All The Way Down To The Bettor

Big numbers will grab headlines, but how can we truly put into perspective the enormity of New York sports betting in 2023?

Posted on: December 30, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Once They Finally Open, Downstate NY Casinos Could Become Epicenter For US Gambling

Gambling companies are eager to get in on the New York casino gambling industry. And one expert believes it would outshine Las Vegas.

Posted on: December 29, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Prominent Property Managers, Developers Support Bid For Caesars Palace Times Square

The Caesars Palace Times Square project continues to gain support as it pursues a downstate New York casino license.

Posted on: December 27, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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States Like New York Could Realize That They Need Online Casinos For New Revenue

DraftKings co-founder and CEO Jason Robins says many are "sleeping on" online casinos, which could make the iGaming business even bigger.

Posted on: December 26, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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New Year, Same Long Process Continues For Downstate NY Casino Licenses

Upstate NY Casinos Close Out 2023 Strong But Just Miss Single-Year Record

Old NY Online Casino Bill Reupped In Committee, But Expect New Legislation Soon

New Year’s Powerball Jackpot Run Leads To $45M For New York Education

A New Industry Emerges, More Records Set: What To Expect In New York In 2024

Hard Rock CEO Thinks Florida Could Top NY Sports Betting, But Could It Really?

How NY Sports Betting Record Numbers Look Broken All The Way Down To The Bettor

Once They Finally Open, Downstate NY Casinos Could Become Epicenter For US Gambling

Prominent Property Managers, Developers Support Bid For Caesars Palace Times Square

States Like New York Could Realize That They Need Online Casinos For New Revenue

Downstate New York Casino Bids Clear Key Hurdle

MGM Resorts Backs Out of Consideration for Downstate New York Casino

Two Downstate Casino Bids Advance After Manhattan Proposals Rejected

New York Lawmaker Pushes Sweeps Ban to Pave Way for Online Casinos

Resorts World, Bally’s Casino Projects Receive Strong Community Backing at Hearings