What to expect when interstate online poker comes to Michigan

By Steven Ruddock  |  May 26, 2022

It’s official, Michigan has joined the Multi-State Internet Gaming Association (MSIGA). Following regulatory approval, joining the MSIGA allows Michiganders to play in an interstate online poker pool with Nevada, New Jersey and Delaware. The addition of Michigan to the MSIGA has raised many questions. In this column, we attempt to provide answers. The Timeline When […]

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Cardrooms enter California sports betting ballot battle

By Steven Ruddock  |  May 23, 2022

The fight over control of California sports betting is between tribes and sportsbook operators. But other interested parties, like California’s cardrooms, are putting their thumb on the scale. Both initiativess’ chances of passing are on shaky ground, making the cardrooms’ thumb a potential gamechanger, even if its impact is at the margins. Recommended reading for […]

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Shape Games CCO discusses F2P app value in Ohio, nationwide

By Steven Ruddock  |  May 19, 2022

With an Ohio mobile sports betting launch not expected until later this year, potential operators are looking for a way to bridge the gap and connect with sports bettors before launch. Wagers.com spoke with Shape Games Chief Commercial Officer Morten Tonnesen about the recent launch of the betJACK free-to-play mobile sports betting app in Ohio, […]

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US online casino revenue tops $400 million in April

By Steven Ruddock  |  May 18, 2022

U.S. online casino revenue eclipsed $400 million for the second consecutive month in April. The six-state tally of $414.4 million is the second-highest total in the history of the U.S. industry. On a per-day basis, April was the best month of all time, outpacing February 2022’s $13,789,813 daily average. March 2022 Rev April 2022 Rev […]

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SharpLink CEO talks NASCAR deal, customer data significance

By Steven Ruddock  |  May 16, 2022

In an interview with Wagers.com, Rob Phythian, the CEO of SharpLink discusses a wide range of topics, including the future of sports betting marketing. Affiliates are an integral part of the online gambling ecosystem. At the iGaming Next conference, Catena Media CEO Michael Daly said that while affiliates constitute 30% of marketing spend in Europe, […]

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