“Now that gaming has a seat at the table, we’re never giving it back” That was a strong assertion made by Bill Miller, President of the American Gaming Association (AGA), as he made sure that the US gaming industry “broke through and received fair treatment from the federal government” over the last two years. In his lead interview for SBC …
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Chris Murphy: Americas Outlook – No drama just business as US systems are go
As US betting approaches the final straight of its first full year in operations, SBC Americas’ Editor Chris Murphy details that coast-to-coast all critical stakeholders appear to be playing their part in progressing US betting’s agenda – ‘No drama, just business’ the US really is a new territory for gambling… ___________________ With G2E deals still fresh on the order pad …
Read More »Expert Focus – All on the line in New Jersey’s battle of PASPA
All eyes are set to fall on the USA today, as the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) hears oral arguments from New Jersey officials regarding the constitutionality of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). With a distinct focus on New Jersey’s bid to offer licensed sports betting, the state has already faced seven losses in federal …
Read More »iGaming North America Awards 2015 winners announced
The winners of the 2015 iGaming North America Awards were announced on the 16th April 2015 during a special luncheon at the iGaming North America conference in Las Vegas. The iGaming North America Awards were organized in partnership with iGaming Business, The Innovation Group, eGaming Brokerage, Lewis Roca Rothberger and BolaVerde. The awards aimed to reward excellence and innovation in our sector and …
Read More »Jeff Ifrah – “Pro Leagues NJ block does not make much sense”
According to well-known US sports betting attorney Jeff Ifrah, the lawsuit by the NFL, NBA, MLB and NCAA seeking to block enforcement of the New Jersey Sports Wagering Law doesn’t make much sense. “The new law means racetracks and casinos will have the protection of state law on their side when they start offering sports betting at their locations,” Ifrah …
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