On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) released the February revenue figures for the state’s gambling industry. Needless to say, the state has one of the most lucrative betting industries in the United States and this has been proven by all the previous revenue reports. According to the state gaming regulator, the existing 12 […]
As the recent coronavirus outbreak continues to spread across the globe, the United States is beginning to feel the pinch. A number of changes have already been implemented in a bid to deal with the issue. In Pennsylvania, one of the ways that are being used to combat the spread of the virus is the […]
The Keystone State’s blossoming sports betting industry has welcomed yet another operator. After a very long wait, Caesars Entertainment, one of the most popular gaming brands on the planet, will be officially launching an online sportsbook after the soft-launch phase elapses. Caesars Online Sportsbook, the new digital sportsbook, launched its testing phase on March 10. […]
The end of February marked the end of the NFL season and for the fans of the league, this marked the beginning of a rather dull offseason period. Now the huge gap between the NFL seasons can be quite frustrating because, aside from the games, the fans also miss out on other exciting stuff such […]
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) is now intensifying its efforts to promote gambling awareness in the Keystone State in a bid to protect its residents from gambling-related harm. By declaring March as the Problem Gambling Awareness Month, the state gaming regulator hopes to clean up its gambling industry and make it safer for both […]
Lawmakers in the Keystone State are still in the process of reviewing the legality of “skill games” that have been rapidly spreading across the state. Their spread is so significant that the state lottery has raised concerns citing the fact that these machines are cutting into Pennsylvania’s ability to bring in revenue which is mostly […]
Nine months after it acquired a casino in Bethlehem, Wind Creek Hospitality is shaking up the property’s leadership as part of a slew of changes that are set to be implemented. Brian Carr, the former Executive Vice President and General Manager of the property is leaving after leading the Bethlehem-based casino since mid-2017. Appointed to […]
After months of being partial to the issue of the legality of the controversial skill-based gaming machines, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has recently decided to weigh in on the matter. The Keystone State’s gambling regulator has petitioned to join the lawsuit against the machines and they have pretty hard-hitting claims that will certainly […]
Things definitely took off on a high note for the Keystone States gambling industry and this is now evident from a recently released revenue report. Pennsylvania’s gambling industry which consists of 12 licensed casino operators, daily fantasy sports as well as video gaming terminals posted a 17 percent increase in revenue in January 2020. This […]
PokerStars is not slowing down in its bid to dominate the poker market in Pennsylvania and New Jersey which are two of its latest ventures. To spice its already mind-blowing offerings in both states, the world-renowned poker operator will be bringing it very popular Bounty Builder Series to the United States. As such, as from […]
The focus on responsible gambling in Pennsylvania intensified this week as the American Gaming Association (AGA) hosted a roundtable discussion. The event brought together leading voices from regulation, advocacy, and industry, further affirming the state’s ongoing efforts to strengthen safeguards in a gaming sector that continues to grow rapidly. The event took place on Tuesday, […]
As it turns out, March was a big month for Pennsylvania’s gambling scene, but not for the usual reasons. Instead of new online casino launches or sportsbook promotions, the spotlight turned to a statewide crackdown on illegal gambling devices. Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday, in partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police, spearheaded a coordinated sweep […]
The WSOP Online platform, operated by Caesars Entertainment, Inc., has broken new ground in the regulated US poker business by bringing together players from four different states. Now that Pennsylvania has joined Nevada, New Jersey, and Michigan in providing a common player pool across all four states, Caesars has positioned WSOP Online as the only site […]
Pennsylvania has officially joined the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), following in the footsteps of New Jersey, Nevada, and Michigan. Online poker operators in the state may now begin connecting their systems with those in other MSIGA member states, thanks to Governor Josh Shapiro’s signature. According to the governor, all Pennsylvanians will reap the benefits […]
Pennsylvania’s gaming industry is entering one of its strongest periods yet, combining record-breaking revenue with new growth in the form of a major casino launch announcement. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported that total revenue from all regulated gaming in August 2025 reached $582 million, up 14 percent from $510 million in August last year. […]
The former Macy’s at the Nittany Mall is undergoing a $120 million transformation into central Pennsylvania’s newest entertainment hub. Happy Valley Casino is scheduled to open next spring, bringing with it about 600 slot machines, 22 table games, a full-service restaurant, bar, and grab-and-go dining. The project is expected to create roughly 300 jobs in […]
Pennsylvania’s booming iGaming market just welcomed a new player to the arena. Monopoly Casino, a new online casino platform operated by Bally’s Corporation, officially launched in the state following full regulatory approval from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). Known for its iconic board game origins, the Monopoly brand is now powering a fully licensed […]
Pennsylvania’s gaming industry is on the verge of a significant shift as Senate Bill 840 moves closer to becoming law. The bill, which recently passed in the state Senate, proposes reducing the mandatory minimum number of slot machines at Category 1 and 2 casinos from 1,500 to 1,000, offering operators much-needed flexibility to stay competitive […]
Pennsylvania’s thriving skill games market is once again in the spotlight as lawmakers, operators, and small business owners debate the future of the unregulated gaming sector. The introduction of Senate Bill 626 (SB 626) could finally bring structure to an industry that has operated in a legal gray zone for years. As expected, it was […]
Pennsylvania could soon become the latest U.S. state to embrace esports betting, thanks to a newly proposed bill aimed at expanding the state’s regulated wagering market. State Representative Ed Neilson has introduced House Bill 1636, a legislative push that seeks to amend Pennsylvania’s 2017 Gaming Expansion Act to include esports betting. This is Neilson’s second […]
Pennsylvania State Senator Wayne Fontana (D-Allegheny) is advocating for stricter regulations on online gambling payment options, citing concerns about rising credit card debt among players. Now that online gaming and sports betting have joined Pennsylvania’s traditional brick-and-mortar casinos as part of the state’s gaming expansion, Fontana is spearheading a legislative effort to revise the regulations […]
The Keystone State finds itself embroiled in a contentious debate over proposed regulations for PA Skill games, pitting local businesses against casinos. While the Pennsylvania Senate has been recently deliberating, the two sides hold differing views on the necessity and scope of these regulations. “It is something that’s helping local eateries, convenience stores, and organizations […]