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October Was Great, But Could November Be Even Better For NY Sportsbooks?

New York became the first state to top $2 billion in monthly handle in October. An incredible feat by itself. But NY sports betting could do it again.

Posted on: November 24, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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NY Online Casinos Becoming More Of A Reality, Thanks In Part To New Jersey

Online casinos in New York have become more of a reality than ever before - thanks in part to New Jersey's efforts a decade ago.

Posted on: November 22, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

NY Improves Voluntary Self-Exclusion Process To Help With Problem Gambling

While New York features a booming gambling industry, officials are better addressing problem gambling by improving their voluntary self-exclusion process.

Posted on: November 21, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Election Of New City Councilmember Could Derail Bally’s NY Casino Plans

Things looked bright for Bally's as it pursued a downstate New York casino license. Now, the company faces a major hurdle after a City Council election.

Posted on: November 20, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Michigan Sets Precedent With Social Online Casinos That New York Could Follow

As Michigan orders social online casinos to cease operations, it begs the question: How will that affect how regulators perceive them in New York?

Posted on: November 19, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

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Sands NY Casino Still Has Life After Emergency Stay … Until Nov. 21

The 99-year lease that could allow Las Vegas Sands to potentially build a New York casino still has life. A hearing next week could be deciding factor.

Posted on: November 17, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

Image of a poker hand in front of the New York City skyline. One NY poker player looks back on his underground playing days and examines how "Rounders" represented it.

As ‘Rounders’ Turns 25, One Player Tells His Underground NY Poker Stories

With the cult hit "Rounders" celebrating a 25th anniversary, one New York poker player looks back at the underground scene and how the movie represented it.

Posted on: November 16, 2023 | | Hill Kerby