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Image of DraftKings CEO Jason Robins, who addressed potential legalization of online casinos in New York

Robins: NY Presents ‘Big Opportunity’ For iGaming With Momentum Building

Speaking during a recent earnings call, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins held out optimism that New York online casinos could become reality in the near future.

Posted on: February 22, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

PrizePicks Fined $15M For Offering NY Daily Fantasy Sports Illegally

While PrizePicks stopped offering real-money daily fantasy sports in New York, the company will pursue a license to return to action.

Posted on: February 21, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

PENN Entertainment CEO Jay Snowden looks to launch ESPN Bet sportsbook in New York by the 2024 football season

PENN Confident It Can Thrive In NY With ESPN Bet Launch In Fall 2024

After acquiring the New York sports betting license from Wynn, PENN hopes to get ESPN Bet sportsbook up and running by the 2024 football season.

Posted on: February 20, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Rendering of MGM Empire City if it upgrades to a full-scale casino for a story on MGM commenting on the downstate New York licensing process

MGM Eager For New York To Issue Downstate Casino Licenses, But Timeline Is Unclear

William Hornbuckle, CEO of MGM Resorts International, remains bullish on a New York casino license with the hope of receiving one by the end of 2024.

Posted on: February 16, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Sen. Jessica Ramos in front of Citi Field for a story on her being close to deciding on her support for a Hard Rock casino in Queens

Future Of Hard Rock Casino Near Citi Field Hinges On Decision From Sen. Ramos

State Sen. Jessica Ramos, D-Queens, is reportedly close to deciding whether to support or oppose a Hard Rock New York casino proposal in her district.

Posted on: February 15, 2024 | | David Danzis

Skyline of Hudson Yards, where Wynn hopes to develop a downstate New York casino

Wynn Sheds Online Sportsbook But Still Has NY Casino As Part Of Its Future

Wynn sold its online sports betting license in New York. But the state remains key for the company's future - especially if NY online casinos launch.

Posted on: February 14, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

View of New York Senate for a story on a Senate gaming committee advancing five bills but not discussing passage of NY online casino bill

Senate Gaming Committee Advances 5 Bills — But No Talk Of NY Online Casinos

While the New York State Racing, Gaming and Wagering Committee passed along five bills, it did not discuss NY online casino gaming.

Posted on: February 13, 2024 | | John Brennan

PENN To Acquire Wynn NY Sports Betting License, To Roll Out ESPN Bet This Year

PENN Entertainment announced a deal to acquire the WynnBet license, creating an opening for ESPN Bet to hit the New York sports betting scene this year.

Posted on: February 13, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Woman plays slots at Resorts World Catskills for a story on January 2024 revenue generated by the four upstate casinos in New York

Winter Tanks New York Casino Revenue, But Light Remains At End Of Tunnel

Upstate casinos in New York generated $49.1 million in revenue for January, their lowest total since 2022. But the state won't stay that low for long.

Posted on: February 13, 2024 | | Grant Lucas