Erik has been involved in the gambling industry for over a decade. He specializes in covering news and offering analysis on the constantly changing ecosystem.
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Missouri House Committee Holds Hearing On VLTs, Sports Betting As End Of Legislative Session Approaches
A Missouri House committee discussed HB 2835, a bill that looks to legalize sports betting and regulate VLTs in the state.
September 9, 2024
Iowa College Athletes File Civil Lawsuit Against State And DCI Investigators Over Gambling Sting
The collegiate athletes are seeking redress for what they allege are violations of their rights and reputational damage.
September 9, 2024
Virginia General Assembly Accused Of Coercion In Petersburg Casino Deal
A letter suggests that the Petersburg City Council was coerced by the Virginia General Assembly in exchange for its casino approval.
September 9, 2024
Aristocrat Wraps Up NeoGames Acquisition, Deal Valued At Approximately $1.2 Billion
The deal was finalized after nearly a year of negotiations and equates to a premium on NeoGames' share price of around 104%.
September 9, 2024
The Cordish Companies Wins Bid, Hangs Onto Petersburg Casino Dreams
The company behind the Live! brand will develop a casino in Petersburg, Virginia, provided voters approve the measure this November.
September 9, 2024
Arkansas Enters Online Casino Legalization Conversation — Without Requiring A Whole New Law
Saracen Casino Resort Chief Marketing Officer Carlton Saffa is advocating for an update to an existing law to add iCasino gaming.
September 7, 2024
Alabama’s Gambling Expansion Debate Set To Resume, Possibly This Week
An Alabama legislative committee could take up the debate on gambling, sports betting, and a lottery this week.
September 9, 2024
National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program To Debut This Summer
The National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program bills itself as a necessary solution to address nationwide problem gambling in the U.S.
September 9, 2024
Maine Closes Legislative Session Without Online Casino Approval
Maine will no longer consider online casino legislation this year after the defeat of a bill that would have authorized online gambling.
September 9, 2024