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United States Jurisdiction News
US horse racing wagers down just 1 percent in 2020
5 Jan 2021
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, wagering on horse racing in the U.S. for 2020 generated $10.925 billion and was down just 1% from 2019, according to Equibase
This Week in Gambling: More sports betting, more problems
10 May 2018
We continue to wait for the Supreme Court decision on sports betting reform in the U.S., and as we do, we're seeing some of the problems that regulated sports betting may bring.
APCW Perspectives: Speaking of gambling news . . .
30 Apr 2018
An interesting show this week, as one story seems to flow directly into the next. News from the U.K., Canada, the U.S., Australia and China make it a well-rounded episode.
This Week in Gambling: Blurring the line between land-based and online gambling
28 Mar 2018
There's always been a line between online gambling and land-based casinos in the U.S. This week, J. Todd examines how that line is becoming more blurred as U.S. land-based gaming companies move online.
This Week in Gambling: Online poker legislation is stayin' alive
8 Feb 2018
New York's online poker bill is back for 2018, and there's a real chance the state may become the fifth to regulate online gambling.
This Week in Gambling: The integrity of sports betting in the US
31 Jan 2018
With sports betting on the verge of legalization in the U.S., many of those who used to oppose the industry are suddenly becoming allies. One professional sports league has even thrown their support behind sports betting.
APCW Perspectives: Gamblin' in the rain
29 Jan 2018
This week, a decision looms regarding Fixed Odds Betting Terminals in the U.K., and there's some increased interest in the potential U.S. sports betting market.
APCW Perspectives: Rollin' with the changes
22 Jan 2018
The changes keep on coming for the U.K. market, with news this week from the Gambling Commission and Advertising Standards Authority. J. Todd is also covering stories out of the U.S. and Australia.
This Week in Gambling: New Year's online gambling ban
16 Jan 2018
The new year brings to the U.S. another attempt to ban online gambling. Four U.S. Congressmen have sent a letter to Rod Rosenstein at the Department of Justice, once again asking him to reverse course on the Wire Act.
APCW Perspectives: Shifting sands and changing tides
11 Dec 2017
J. Todd is talking about more online gambling changes in the U.K. as well as the dramatic about-face on sports betting that could be affecting the U.S.
It's too soon to start high-fiving over legal sports betting in the U.S.
7 Dec 2017
Casino sports book industry executive Vic Salerno argues that despite the possible upcoming repeal of PASPA, there will be more heavy lifting to be done.
APCW Perspectives: Net neutrality and online gaming threatened
4 Dec 2017
The Federal Trade Commission (FCC) in the U.S. is poised to kill net neutrality within two weeks. What would that decision mean for online gambling and the internet in general? Also, the U.K. Gambling Commission is teaming with the Advertising Standards Authority, and the results are getting, well, stupid.
This Week in Gambling: Time's running out for the US sports betting ban
22 Nov 2017
The countdown to the 4 December sports betting challenge has begun, and things continue to look promising for the gambling industry. More and more states have thrown their support behind regulation of the industry, and an end to sports betting prohibition seems to be within reach.
This Week in Gambling: Tribal gaming goes online and international
3 Oct 2017
The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma has obtained an international online gambling license from the Isle of Man, and they plan to launch for real money in the coming months. Plus, more on sports betting reform in the U.S.
Shocked and saddened by a horrific night in Las Vegas
2 Oct 2017
Casino City's Gary Trask explains the confusion and shock that overcame the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on Sunday night as the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history unfolded three miles away.
Top 10 random thoughts and observations from the casino gaming industry
30 Jun 2017
This week's top 10 is a testament to the ever-changing landscape of the gambling industry. Sports betting, burgers and eSports -- what's next?
APCW Perspectives: News from the US, the UK and Belgium
26 Jun 2017
This week, J. Todd reports on several online gambling and fantasy sports stories from the U.S., including a major development for FanDuel and DraftKings. Also, he examines significant changes from the U.K. Gambling Commission that will affect licensees.
American Sports Betting Coalition launches campaign to repeal PASPA
13 Jun 2017
The coalition aims to end the 25-year-old federal ban known as the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, which prohibits sports betting outside of Nevada.
APCW Perspectives: Weather-worn gambling news
12 Jun 2017
This week, J. Todd braves the elements to bring you a world of gambling news from Germany, Denmark and all over the U.S. Plus, a new APCW sponsor.
This Week in Gambling: The US sports betting situation
16 May 2017
This week in gambling, there's been a lot of talk about legalizing sports betting in the U.S., even if that reality is a long way off. But public opinion seems to be in favor, and the state of New Jersey is leading the charge to change the laws.
APCW Perspectives: Amaya Gaming, Gala Partners and Jeff Sessions
25 Apr 2017
Anxiety is growing over what U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions may do to online gambling. J. Todd also provides news from Amaya Gaming and Gala Partners, as well as an update on Videoslots Affiliates.
APCW Perspectives: New Jersey's supreme sports betting challenge
17 Apr 2017
New Jersey has pushed its sports betting challenge almost as far as it can, and the only stop left is the U.S. Supreme Court. Will the case be heard?
APCW Perspectives: News from Europe and the US
13 Mar 2017
This week, J. Todd covers online gambling news from the Czech Republic and Switzerland, as well as takes a look at what's happening in the U.S. Plus, what would a show be without an update on GVC Holdings?
IWG pens deal with GVC Holdings
7 Feb 2017
The supplier's full suite of instant win games will be made available to GVC via its remote game server, allowing the operator to roll-out instants across its portfolio of brands.
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