Category: iGaming News
Michigan Sets iGaming Records While Exploring Bitcoin Reserve Bill
January was a record-breaking month for iGaming revenue in the state of Michigan. The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) reported combined online casino and sports betting revenue reaching $331.2 million in January
New Jersey Proposes Gambling Tax Hikes in Budget, Crypto Gets No Mention
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
Victoria Cracks Down on Underage Gambling, Highlights Hurdles for Crypto iGaming
The Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has reported on its most extensive investigation into underage gambling. The findings show regulatory lapses within the regulated gambling sector, resulting in
Texas Lottery Courier Ban Highlights Crypto’s Potential for Transparent Gaming
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
Las Vegas Strip Meets Crypto: Kayak Protester Uses Bellagio Fountains for Token Promotion
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?
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
Baden-Württemberg’s State-Run Casino Model Shuts Out Crypto Operators
Baden-Württemberg has become just the third German state to legalize certain online casino games, joining Bavaria and Schleswig-Holstein. For crypto casino gamblers, this is not the most exciting news, as
High 5 Casino Retreats Amid Regulatory Scrutiny – What It Means for Crypto iGaming
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 Betting Faces More Barriers as Sweden Pushes Stricter Gambling Laws
The government of Sweden has appointed a lead investigator for the recently announced Gambling Act review in the country. Marcus Isgren, Chairman and Head of the Swedish Board of Consumer Complaints, has been appointed
NOGA Weighs In On Dutch Reforms, But Crypto Largely Ignored
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