Bet365’s exit adds one more crack to a trade group that now looks far more aligned with retail casinos, tribal gaming, and state control than with digital operators chasing new betting-style products. Another Big Sportsbook Walks Away bet365 has become the latest major gambling brand to leave the American Gaming Association, following DraftKings, FanDuel, and […]
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NJ Online Casinos Fuel Gambling Revenue Growth as Sportsbooks Stumble
New Jersey’s gambling sector saw slight year-over-year growth in September, with revenue hitting $563.7 million — up just 1%. The real driver was online casino gaming, which offset steep losses in the sports betting space. Compared to August, total revenue dipped 12.2%, but the state is still on track for another strong year, thanks to […]
Illinois Bettors Now Paying the Price for State’s Tax Overhaul as Caesars Adds Per-Bet Fee
Starting September 1, Illinois sports bettors using Caesars Sportsbook will see a new 25-cent charge added to every online wager — a direct response to the state’s escalating tax burden on gambling operators. The move highlights a growing trend: as Illinois ramps up taxation on sportsbooks, the cost is being quietly shifted to players. A […]
New York Sportsbooks Smash Revenue Record with $248.9M in May
New York’s mobile sportsbooks posted their strongest month to date in May 2025, pulling in $248.9 million in gross gaming revenue (GGR), a new high that edges past the previous record of $247 million set in January. The milestone came despite a slight dip in handle, which dropped from $2.48 billion in January to $2.21 […]
