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Online Gaming News
USFantasy Sports announces Thanksgiving Day DFS contests
23 Nov 2016
The Nevada daily fantasy sports company is offering NFL, NBA, NHL and boxing contests.
DraftKings, FanDuel agree to merger of equals
18 Nov 2016
The fantasy sports companies today announced that they will enter into a merger agreement that will allow for greater investment in growth opportunities and profitability.
APCW Perspectives: Gambling policies, currencies and matrimony
7 Nov 2016
This week, the political environment for the German market changed and a potential threat in Italy appeared. Also, as old mergers wrap up, interesting new ones unfold.
Mohegan Sun and FanDuel enter into partnership
31 Oct 2016
The casino and the provider of daily fantasy sports will offer exclusive co-branded fantasy sports contests, available to users who sign up through Mohegan Sun's website.
FanDuel expands product offering
21 Oct 2016
In addition to increasing its selection of sports, FanDuel has introduced its soccer product to the U.S. market.
Pennsylvania online gambling ruling remains uncertain
19 Oct 2016
Though hearings held by the House Oversight Gaming Committee on 18-19 October were overwhelmingly positive, the fate of HB 2150 in the hands of the Senate isn't clear.
Top 10 takeaways from the 2016 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas
3 Oct 2016
Casino City's Gary Trask returns from the 2016 Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas and has 10 observations that all signify a positive outlook for the evolutionary casino/gaming industry.
FanDuel adds late swap feature
8 Sep 2016
The new feature enables players to make changes to their fantasy football team lineup after the first matches have begun.
This Week in Gambling: Gambling news from the NBA, 888Sport and FanDuel
30 Aug 2016
This week in gambling, 888 Sport and FanDuel are making some interesting changes for their customers. Plus, what professional sports league in the U.S. is in favor of sports betting reform?
USFantasy Sports set for launch in Nevada sportsbooks
22 Aug 2016
Just in time for the 2016 football season, a new daily fantasy sports format hits Nevada sportsbooks next week when USFantasy Sports introduces pari-mutuel DFS, described as horse racing with professional athletes instead of horses.
This Week in Gambling: Fantasy sports get green light in New York
9 Aug 2016
This week in gambling, after months of legal wrangling, real money fantasy sports have been approved to operate in New York state! But when can New York players expect start enjoying fantasy sports? Also, you can now bet on the Olympic games in Las Vegas.
FanDuel announces entrance into U.K. market
1 Aug 2016
In addition to launching its first ever fantasy football product in the U.K., FanDuel launched a complete redesign of its brand.
Top 10 observations from a week in Las Vegas
19 Jul 2016
Casino City's Gary Trask returns from seven days in Las Vegas with some random thoughts on how to entertain yourself during the summer in Sin City, the World Series of Poker, and Nevada's silly ban on DFS.
DraftKings increases selection of fantasy sports contests
29 Jun 2016
The free to play contests cover all major sports and offer cash prizes, trips to the 2016 MLB World Series, tickets to Nascar events and more.
Nevada approves daily fantasy sports
23 Jun 2016
Beginning in August, gaming pioneer and USFantasy Sports President Vic Salerno receive will utilize a pari-mutuel system, which creates "a fair and transparent environment for all contestants."
DraftKings launches CFL fantasy contests
21 Jun 2016
Each week, fans will get a new chance to be a CFL General Manager and set their ultimate fantasy rosters in an attempt to win prizes, tickets and exclusive VIP CFL experiences.
The Mirror renews deal with Fantasy iTeam
9 Jun 2016
The market-leading fantasy football app is free for players to download and features real-time transfers, a live newsfeed, and instant scores.
Boom Fantasy becomes No. 1 fantasy sports app in App Store
27 May 2016
Boom Fantasy is now the first result for a search for 'fantasy sports' in the App Store.
This Week in Gambling: Full Tilt merges with PokerStars
19 May 2016
This Week in Gambling, Full Tilt has finally merged with PokerStars.com. Plus, J. Todd discusses the recent U.S. legislative committee hearing on daily fantasy sports, and RAWA's comeback in the form of a new bill.
Global Sports Entertainment completes reverse merger
18 May 2016
Global Fantasy Sports has become a wholly owned subsidiary of the company, which boasts a new management team.
Federal DFS hearing leaves little hope of regulatory action
12 May 2016
The hearing served to bring attention to the disparate treatment of DFS and sports betting and to educate Congress on the current state of the DFS industry.
A Bet A launches MegaFan Manager
25 Apr 2016
The Euro 2016-based fantasy game is the first to be integrated into sportsbooks in the U.K. and Ireland.
This Week in Gambling: Five years since Black Friday
21 Apr 2016
This Week in Gambling, J. Todd takes a look back at some of the key events and changes that have occurred since online poker's Black Friday five years ago. Plus, he dives into the ominous news that the U.S. federal government has turned its attention to fantasy sports.
DraftKings supports American Red Cross Giving Day
8 Apr 2016
The annual Giving Day is an opportunity for communities to come together and support American families that have been impacted by home fires or other disasters and who need urgent help from the Red Cross to rebuild their lives and get back on their feet.
DFS news roundup: Alabama and Tennessee attorneys general declare DFS illegal gambling
7 Apr 2016
Bills to regulate the industry are still being crafted in some states; and DraftKings and FanDuel have announced they will drop contests on amateur sports.
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