MGM Resorts has been a strong proponent of online gambling regulation in the United States. In a one-on-one interview with News3LV, MGM CEO Jim Murren pitched a strong case for regulation, indirectly calling Sheldon Adelson’s Restoration of America’s Wire Act…
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Researcher calls Tim Shea’s denunciation of PA online gambling “false and misleading”
We all remember those elevated grade school and high school years, when our literature teachers taught us to do thorough research before writing a paper, essay or thesis on a subject. The proliferation of invalid information is a big no-no.…
Rep. Payne says Online Gambling Legislation in Pennsylvania is Alive and Kicking
Earlier this year, Pennsylvania legislators proposed a number of online gambling bills. Due to the high rate of legislative activity on the subject, it was estimated that the odds of regulations being passed in 2015 were probable. Despite any movement…
Committee hears Testimony at today’s PA Online Gaming Hearing
Pennsylvania has taken one more small step in the direction of legalizing and regulating internet poker and casino gambling. After proposing PA online gaming bill SB 900, Senator Kim Ward, Chairman of the Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee,…
New Poll reveals Majority of Pennsylvania supports to Online Gaming Regulation
The subject of online gaming regulation has been a hot topic in the state of Pennsylvania this year. Since February, HB 649 has been circulating the state capital. Now, a new poll indicates that the majority of voters in the…
Steve Wynn says Internet Gaming not “meaningful for Las Vegas”
Steve Wynn, the casino tycoon responsible for Wynn Resorts, appeared on Nevada’s political media outlet, Ralston Reports, on Monday. He and Jon Ralston discussed a number of topics relating to the gambling industry, including current status of internet gaming in…
Iowa Officials Revisit Consideration of Authorizing Online Lottery Sales
Sources indicate that Iowa officials are revisiting the idea of regulating online lottery sales in The Hawkeye State. Legislators have toyed with the idea ever since 2011, but thus far, nothing has ever come of it. A report that surfaced…
New Pennsylvania Bill HB 1013 seeks to Ban Online Gambling
Outside of California, Pennsylvania is considered the top candidate for launching a successful, legally regulated online poker market in the United States. There are currently three bills seeking regulation of online gaming in the Keystone State. On Monday, a fourth…
Online payment processor Neteller prepared to buy Skrill for €1.1b
Ten years ago, online payment processors came a dime a dozen. The online poker community has changed drastically since then, greatly reducing the availability of eWallet services. Neteller and Skrill (formerly Moneybookers) quickly rose to the top of the totem…
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