An online casino referendum in Maryland is on the table as seen with success in expanding sports betting. The Maryland Senate hesitates to advance due to addiction concerns and the impact on jobs and the economy of local casinos. ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Maryland Senator Ron Watson aims to push for an online casino referendum if … Read more
UConn has emerged as a -125 favorite to win the NCAA Men’s Tournament. Their Final Four opponent, the Miami Hurricanes, hold +500 odds to become champions. UAB is the favorite to win the NIT Tournament with +230 odds. HOUSTON – The NCAA Tournament Final Four is here and it’s the most improbable one yet. This … Read more
SB621 is a new bill that proposes independent evaluations on content created by operators, affiliated partners, and sports wagering experts. Much of the bill and its language remains unclear, failing to specify the rewards and punishments for good or bad evaluations, as well as what exactly makes content earn a given rating aside from providing … Read more
FedEx Field was granted approval by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission to operate an in-person sportsbook. The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission must still grant FedEx Field a license to launch. Based on the speed of licensing for mobile online gambling, it may be unlikely that the in-person sportsbook launches this season. WASHINGTON … Read more
The US sports betting industry saw a 230% increase in revenue generated from 2020 to 2021. More states are opening online sports betting markets, as the market proves profitable. Wyoming is the first state-regulated sports betting market accepting cryptocurrency. New Jersey became the first state to handle $1 billion in sports wagers. LAS VEGAS – … Read more
A retired housekeeper in Maryland has hit her third $50,000 jackpot in four years. She had previously won lottery jackpots in 2019 and 2018. She claims that the money will go towards home improvements. BETHESDA, Md. – A woman in Maryland hit her third lottery jackpot of the last four years, having won three times … Read more
The Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore, Live! Casino and Hotel in Hanover, and MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill saw their sports betting license applications forwarded for final approval. The gambling market in Maryland saw an increase in revenue for August. These three casinos are awaiting Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) to review their applications … Read more
Maryland was unable to launch sports betting by the beginning of the NFL season as was previously projected. Estimates vary as to when the industry will launch, with some pegging mid-fall to early 2022. The launch date will likely influence the perception of the market as revenue will be affected. BALTIMORE, Md. – Many states … Read more
