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DraftKings Sportsbook Posts, Pulls ‘Never Forget’ Parlay That Regulators Called ‘Reprehensible’

On the 22nd anniversary of the Sept. 11 2001, attacks, DraftKings Sportsbook posted a parlay that New York sports betting regulators called 'reprehensible.'

Posted on: September 11, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

New York Jets Welcome BetMGM GameSense Responsible Gaming Program

MGM Resorts and BetMGM will roll out its GameSense responsible gaming program at nine NFL stadiums this year, including at the home of the New York Jets.

Posted on: September 7, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Bally Bet Returns In Ohio, Promises For NY Sports Betting Relaunch Soon

After going offline in June, Bally Bet reintroduced its sportsbook in Ohio recently with the hopes of relaunching its New York sports betting app soon.

Posted on: September 5, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

Over A Year After First Announcement, Caesars Racebook Finally Launches In New York

Over a year after first announcing its development, Caesars Racebook finally went live for New York horse betting enthusiasts.

Posted on: August 22, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

Las Vegas Sands Submits Zoning Application That Includes More Details Of Proposed NY Casino

Las Vegas Sands filed a zoning petition in the Town of Hempstead, which includes more details on the project that many locals still oppose.

Posted on: August 17, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

State Will ‘Hopefully’ Have Answers To First Round Of NY Casinos Questions By September

The New York State Gaming Commission hopes to answer the first round of questions regarding downstate NY casinos - seven months after receiving them.

Posted on: August 15, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Largest Mega Millions Jackpot Helps NY Lottery Generate Millions For Education

As Mega Millions built up to a record-setting $1.602 billion jackpot, New York Lottery sales generated nearly $60 million for public education.

Posted on: August 14, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Down Month In July, But NY Casinos Still On Record-Setting Pace As They Pass Revenue Milestone

While commercial casinos in New York saw a down month in July, the industry is still on a record-setting pace as they pass a revenue milestone.

Posted on: August 11, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

Rush Street CEO ‘Feeling Good’ About Progress Toward Potential Legalization Of NY Online Casinos

Richard Schwartz, CEO of BetRivers parent company Rush Street Interactive, highlighted the "preliminary work" done to legalize online casinos in New York.

Posted on: August 7, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

New York Welcomes Lottery Courier Jackpot.com In Time For 2nd-Biggest Mega Millions Jackpot Ever

Just in time for the second-biggest Mega Millions ever, Jackpot.com introduced its New York Lottery courier service this week.

Posted on: August 4, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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DraftKings Sportsbook Posts, Pulls ‘Never Forget’ Parlay That Regulators Called ‘Reprehensible’

New York Jets Welcome BetMGM GameSense Responsible Gaming Program

Bally Bet Returns In Ohio, Promises For NY Sports Betting Relaunch Soon

Over A Year After First Announcement, Caesars Racebook Finally Launches In New York

Las Vegas Sands Submits Zoning Application That Includes More Details Of Proposed NY Casino

State Will ‘Hopefully’ Have Answers To First Round Of NY Casinos Questions By September

Largest Mega Millions Jackpot Helps NY Lottery Generate Millions For Education

Down Month In July, But NY Casinos Still On Record-Setting Pace As They Pass Revenue Milestone

Rush Street CEO ‘Feeling Good’ About Progress Toward Potential Legalization Of NY Online Casinos

New York Welcomes Lottery Courier Jackpot.com In Time For 2nd-Biggest Mega Millions Jackpot Ever

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