Matt Boecker, Author at PlayNY

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New York MTA Won’t Receive Downstate Casino License Funds Until 2026

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority will receive funding from downstate NY casinos. But when will the MTA actually receive that money?

Posted on: May 22, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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DraftKings, FanDuel Continue Steamrolling NY Sports Betting Competition – And It’s Not Close

When it comes to online sports betting in New York, two brands have long set themselves apart from the field, and it's not even close.

Posted on: May 18, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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New Jersey Legalized Online Casinos. So Did Pennsylvania. So Why Not New York?

Both New Jersey and Pennsylvania have seen legal online casinos become major economic revenue drivers. Why can't New York follow suit?

Posted on: May 16, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Nearly 40 Years After Last Renovations, Belmont Park Set To Get Financial Infusion From State

Nearly 40 years after its last major renovation, Belmont Park will receive some much-needed funding to upgrade the racetrack's facilities.

Posted on: May 12, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Roc Nation Attempts To Curb Concerns Surrounding Potential Caesars NY Casino

Roc Nation issued a statement toward those who oppose a Caesars Times Square casino as the group continues its bid for one of three downstate NY casinos.

Posted on: May 12, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

How The Future Sale Of PointsBet Will Shape The NY Sports Betting Industry

With PointsBet Sportsbook exploring a sale of its North American business, will there be any ripple effect on New York sports betting?

Posted on: May 10, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

Latest Round Of Big New York Lottery Winners Includes Unclaimed Cash4Life Winning Ticket

An unclaimed New York Lottery Cash4Life ticket is the highlight of a number of big-time winners in the Empire State.

Posted on: May 9, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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High New York Sports Betting Tax Rate Is Here To Stay. What That Means Going Forward

The sky-high 51% tax rate for online sports betting in New York is here to stay. How will that affect the future of the NY sports betting industry?

Posted on: May 4, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

The Coney Proposal Goes The Extra Mile To Reach Locals

Former NY City council member Robert Cornegy is now a consultant for The Coney. He's gone to great lengths to get residents involved.

Posted on: May 2, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Opinion: You Can’t Avoid NY Sports Betting Ads, But The Frequency Is Becoming Maddening

No matter where you look - online, watching TV or even in-person at sporting events - sports betting companies have ads everywhere. And it's too much.

Posted on: May 1, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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New York MTA Won’t Receive Downstate Casino License Funds Until 2026

DraftKings, FanDuel Continue Steamrolling NY Sports Betting Competition – And It’s Not Close

New Jersey Legalized Online Casinos. So Did Pennsylvania. So Why Not New York?

Nearly 40 Years After Last Renovations, Belmont Park Set To Get Financial Infusion From State

Roc Nation Attempts To Curb Concerns Surrounding Potential Caesars NY Casino

How The Future Sale Of PointsBet Will Shape The NY Sports Betting Industry

Latest Round Of Big New York Lottery Winners Includes Unclaimed Cash4Life Winning Ticket

High New York Sports Betting Tax Rate Is Here To Stay. What That Means Going Forward

The Coney Proposal Goes The Extra Mile To Reach Locals

Opinion: You Can’t Avoid NY Sports Betting Ads, But The Frequency Is Becoming Maddening

While Industry Nears Historic Total, Some NY Sportsbooks Still Look To Reach The Black

Detailed Look At Empire City Casino If MGM Earns Downstate NY Casino License

Latest Queens Town Hall Shows More Support For Hard Rock Casino Near Citi Field

No Seneca Nation Gaming Compact ‘A Failure’ Of New York Governor’s Office

New York Lawyer Turns Pro As He Hits Meteoric Rise In Live Poker World