Steve Friess, Author at Play USA

Steve Friess: Is Competitive eSports The Next Big Thing In iGaming?

There is a patent making it possible for anyone in the US to integrate competitive eSports and money collection for wagering — and much more.

Posted on: December 20, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: A’s Should Beware The Attendance Lesson Of The Lackluster Vegas Raiders

There’s a stubborn belief in Las Vegas that baseball is a good addition to the Strip. Trust me, it’s not. Just take a look at the Raiders.

Posted on: December 15, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: MAX’s ‘Bookie’ Is Not, Surprisingly, Horrible

"Bookie" isn’t great and it isn’t funny. But it’s also not brimming with obvious misunderstandings about sports, sports betting or gambling.

Posted on: December 8, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: Union Leaders Let , MGM Down In Detroit Strike Fiasco

The Detroit casinos and unions sought one deal for everyone. Workers at MGM Grand Detroit had other ideas and will stay on the picket line.

Posted on: November 30, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: How I Ruined ‘The Game’ By Betting Against Michigan

He was certain the scandal-plagued University of Michigan would fall apart this weekend. His problem was that he put money on it. Oops.

Posted on: November 27, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: The ESPN Bet Launch Was An Unexpectedly Bumpy Ride

ESPN Bet had one chance to make a first impression and this one wasn’t great for two experienced companies like Penn Entertainment and ESPN.

Posted on: November 27, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: Detroit Casino Strikers Take Foolish Gamble Calling For iGaming Boycott

The Detroit Casino Council's attempt to broaden the casino workers' strike online could wildly backfire and ultimately hurt its cause.

Posted on: November 24, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: There’s A Country-Western Song About Losing A Super Bowl Bet

The singer gave his protagonist a sports gambling problem because he was in Nashville in 2019 when Tennessee was legalizing sports betting.

Posted on: November 10, 2023 | Steve Friess

Steve Friess: Why I Can’t Wait For ESPN BET To Launch

Five reasons why Steve Friess can't wait for the new ESPN BET sports betting app to launch in 17 states, including Michigan, on Nov. 14.

Posted on: November 7, 2023 | Steve Friess

Betting On Red: Casino Execs, Workers Give $15 Million To GOP Candidates

Casino employees have given significantly more money to Republican candidates and organizations than to Democrats during 2021-22

Posted on: October 5, 2023 | Steve Friess

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Posts by Steve Friess:

Steve Friess: Is Competitive eSports The Next Big Thing In iGaming?

Steve Friess: A’s Should Beware The Attendance Lesson Of The Lackluster Vegas Raiders

Steve Friess: MAX’s ‘Bookie’ Is Not, Surprisingly, Horrible

Steve Friess: Union Leaders Let , MGM Down In Detroit Strike Fiasco

Steve Friess: How I Ruined ‘The Game’ By Betting Against Michigan

Steve Friess: The ESPN Bet Launch Was An Unexpectedly Bumpy Ride

Steve Friess: Detroit Casino Strikers Take Foolish Gamble Calling For iGaming Boycott

Steve Friess: There’s A Country-Western Song About Losing A Super Bowl Bet

Steve Friess: Why I Can’t Wait For ESPN BET To Launch

Betting On Red: Casino Execs, Workers Give $15 Million To GOP Candidates

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