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New Jersey Proposes Gambling Tax Hikes in Budget, Crypto Gets No Mention

By Sheldon Muchmore Feb 26, 2025

The latest budget plans in New Jersey propose increasing the tax rate on iGaming and online sports wagering. Governor Phil Murphy’s Summary of Budget Recommendations suggests increasing the iGaming and sports wagering

Las Vegas Strip Meets Crypto: Kayak Protester Uses Bellagio Fountains for Token Promotion

By Jo Montague Feb 25, 2025

A man has been arrested and is facing misdemeanor charges for promoting cryptocurrency after holding up a sign from his kayak in the famous Bellagio Hotel & Casino fountains. Protestors gathered in front of the

Digital Gaming Dominates Pennsylvania January Revenue—Could Crypto Be Next?

By Jo Montague Feb 24, 2025

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has reported $529.08 million in gross gaming revenue for January 2025. This marks a 10.88 percent rise from January 2024’s reported figure of $477.15 million. As is consistent

High 5 Casino Retreats Amid Regulatory Scrutiny – What It Means for Crypto iGaming

By Mihaela Kirilova Feb 22, 2025

Sweepstakes casino operator High 5 Games is closing its offerings in six states that have legalized online gaming. Operators that offer services such as sweepstakes casinos, crypto casinos, and prediction markets are

Crypto Casino Stake Becomes Front-of-Shirt Sponsor for Ñublense

By Oliver Rink Feb 22, 2025

Chilean Primera División soccer team Club Deportivo Ñublense has agreed a sponsorship deal with Stake for the 2025 season. The crypto casino giant has penned a partnership that will see its logo emblazoned on the

NOGA Weighs In On Dutch Reforms, But Crypto Largely Ignored

By Oliver Rink Feb 21, 2025

The Netherlands Online Gambling Association (NOGA) has had a mixed reaction to the State Secretary’s proposed revamp of the Remote Gambling Act. NOGA, which serves as an industry advocate group, released a statement

Lottery Courier Model Under Fire in Texas, After State Makes ‘Symbolic Move’ for Crypto

By Sheldon Muchmore Feb 20, 2025

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has called for an investigation into relationships between the Texas Lottery, retail stores, and couriers. Recently, the fifth-largest lottery jackpot in Texas State history, $83.5

Texas Lottery Courier Ban Highlights Crypto’s Potential for Transparent Gaming

By Mihaela Kirilova Feb 20, 2025

The Texas Lottery Commission has moved to ban lottery couriers after discovering state law prohibits the service. This is a significant deviation from the commission’s previous adamant claims that it had little to no

Crypto Casino BC.GAME Teams Up with UFC’s Colby Covington for Charity Initiative

By Jo Montague Feb 20, 2025

Crypto-first company BC.GAME has partnered with Colby Covington, a top-ranked UFC fighter, and has launched a charity community initiative. The partnership got underway with a street charity event in Miami, which aims

Crypto Casino Giant Stake to Exit UK Market Amid Gambling Commission Probe

By Oliver Rink Feb 18, 2025

Crypto-first operator Stake will give up its gambling license in the United Kingdom after the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) launched an investigation into the company’s practices. The crypto iGaming