Steve Friess, Author at Play USA

Betting Operators Need To End College Tie-Ins Now Before Lawmakers Do

It is on casino and sports betting operators to discontinue partnerships with colleges where the vast majority of students are underage.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

Unpopular Opinion: This Year’s March Madness Sucked

My lack of enthusiasm this year is not unusual. TV ratings for the Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight games fell 6 percent from last year.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

Hollywood Shows Its Vegas Problem Again With ‘Elvis,’ ‘Poker Face’ And ‘Hacks’

Vegas is often documented inaccurately in Hollywood films and TV from geography to historical references. Here are some new instances.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

The Next Mayor Of Las Vegas Refuses To Leave Anything To Chance

Former Congresswoman and current educator Shelley Berkley seems to be in prime position to be elected the next mayor of Las Vegas

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

The Mirage To Leave Las Vegas With A Rarity: Some Dignity

In a Las Vegas history rich with reminiscing about the good 'ole days, the Mirage's transformation to Hard Rock hits hard

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

It’s Time To Boot Donald Trump From Gambling’s Hall Of Fame

It's time for some necessary updates to the American Gaming Association's Hall of Fame history. Start with the removal of Donald Trump.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

Annie Duke Has Moved On, And Poker Is Poorer For It

Annie Duke's big advice on decision-making rings true in the world of poker and also in the business world where she currently consults.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

BetMGM’s Online Poker Has A Quitting Problem For Problem Gamblers

There are a couple of quirks with BetMGM’s poker app that raise questions about the company’s commitment to preventing addiction.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

Ohio Sportsbooks Mischief Endangers Legalization Elsewhere

The messy launch of Ohio sports betting threatens legalization elsewhere as operators broke rules for age restrictions and advertising.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

A Sports Betting Kiosk Inside Your Piggly Wiggly? Bet On It.

Elys Game Technology fully s placing sports betting kiosks in the same shared space as lottery vending machines.

Posted on: May 10, 2024 | Steve Friess

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Posts by Steve Friess:

Betting Operators Need To End College Tie-Ins Now Before Lawmakers Do

Unpopular Opinion: This Year’s March Madness Sucked

Hollywood Shows Its Vegas Problem Again With ‘Elvis,’ ‘Poker Face’ And ‘Hacks’

The Next Mayor Of Las Vegas Refuses To Leave Anything To Chance

The Mirage To Leave Las Vegas With A Rarity: Some Dignity

It’s Time To Boot Donald Trump From Gambling’s Hall Of Fame

Annie Duke Has Moved On, And Poker Is Poorer For It

BetMGM’s Online Poker Has A Quitting Problem For Problem Gamblers

Ohio Sportsbooks Mischief Endangers Legalization Elsewhere

A Sports Betting Kiosk Inside Your Piggly Wiggly? Bet On It.

Minnesota Senate Committee Unwilling to Consider Even a Study of Gambling Expansion

Wynn Drops Out of Bidding for New York Casino License

Missouri Residents Will Wait Until December for Online Sports Betting

iGaming’s ‘Big Three’ States Exceed $200 Million Monthly Revenue For The First Time

The 2024 Election And What It Could Mean For The US Gaming Landscape

Macau’s Digital Currency Will Provide Lessons For US Online Casinos

Pennsylvania Players Recieve Early Holiday Present With Hollywood Casino App Launch

Horseshoe Online Casino Launches in New Jersey, Making 30 Operators in the Market

MONOPOLY Casino Replaces Virgin In New Jersey As Bally’s Seeks Niche For Secondary Brand