Steve Ruddock, Author at Play USA

Absurd Gambling Revenue Projections Are Comical, But Dangerous

Unreachable revenue goals in New Jersey set back online gambling legalization efforts, and now sports betting bills are starting to make their own outrageous claims.

Posted on: October 3, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

MGM Really Wants You To Know It Is More Than Just A Casino Company

MGM has launched a new corporate branding campaign called Welcome to the Show. The campaign is designed to highlight the company's entertainment options.

Posted on: October 2, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

Anatomy Of A Merger Part III: Caesars, Eldorado & How Sports Betting Fits

The proposed mega-merger of Eldorado and Caesars would create a casino juggernaut, but it would also create a sports betting giant.

Posted on: October 2, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

Virtual Sports Might Be Splashing Down In Oregon

The Oregon Lottery is in the early stages of adding virtual sports to its catalog of lottery products, which could also open the door for an online lottery.

Posted on: September 28, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

Sports Betting Legislation Needs To Avoid, Not Repeat, DFS Mistakes

Two years ago states rushed to legislation legalizing daily fantasy sports. Now it's sports betting, and in both cases, most of the legislation has been imperfect.

Posted on: September 28, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

Rivers Schenectady Showing Up Turning Stone As The Poker Place In NY

River Schenectady made its mark on the NY casino poker scene with its Capital Poker Classic. It drew over 1,000 players and almost tripled its guarantee.

Posted on: September 28, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

PA Online Sports Betting Off To A Solid Start, But Can It Mimic NJ Success?

Pennsylvania's online sports betting industry is off and running, but it will need to overcome several hurdles to repeat New Jersey's success.

Posted on: September 27, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

Oregon Eyes Online Lottery In An Attempt To “ The Current Century”

In order to stay relevant in a technological world, the Oregon Lottery is looking into online sales. Here's what we know so far.

Posted on: September 27, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

These Are The Major Players In Online Gambling Expansion In 2018

With Pennsylvania ing online gaming legislation, casino operators in NJ and PA with properties in other states could ramp up their lobbying efforts.

Posted on: September 27, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

Don’t Look Now, But Online Gaming IS Spreading Across The US

Nine states have already legalized some form of online gambling, and it looks like a few more could the list in 2018.

Posted on: September 27, 2023 | Steve Ruddock

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Posts by Steve Ruddock:

Absurd Gambling Revenue Projections Are Comical, But Dangerous

MGM Really Wants You To Know It Is More Than Just A Casino Company

Anatomy Of A Merger Part III: Caesars, Eldorado & How Sports Betting Fits

Virtual Sports Might Be Splashing Down In Oregon

Sports Betting Legislation Needs To Avoid, Not Repeat, DFS Mistakes

Rivers Schenectady Showing Up Turning Stone As The Poker Place In NY

PA Online Sports Betting Off To A Solid Start, But Can It Mimic NJ Success?

Oregon Eyes Online Lottery In An Attempt To “ The Current Century”

These Are The Major Players In Online Gambling Expansion In 2018

Don’t Look Now, But Online Gaming IS Spreading Across The US

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