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The Florida Case That Could Send Shockwaves Through The Sweeps Industry
Attorneys James Meggesto and Samir Patel explain how a negative ruling against VGW and WorldPay could stifle the sweeps casino industry.
Can The Sweepstakes Industry Benefit From Increased Tax Rates On Real-Money Operators?
If real-money operators want to stop the trend of increased tax rates, might they want sweeps to become regulated, and thus, taxed instead?
Arizona Gaming Regulator's Warning Adds To Mounting Pressure On Sweeps Operators
The AZ Department of Gaming called out “illegal online casinos and sweepstakes platforms” which “present themselves as legitimate platforms.”
New Maryland Bill Would Ban Sweeps Casino Sites
Shortly after issuing cease-and-desist letters to six sweepstakes operators, Maryland is now considering an outright ban of sweeps casinos.
How A Legal Precedent Set In The 2010s Could Hurt Sweepstakes Gaming Sites Today
Remember sweepstakes internet cafes? Some say sweeps casino sites resemble the cafes many states deemed illegal gambling halls a decade ago.
Report: West Virginia Attorney General Takes Aim At Sweeps Casinos
More states are attempting to crack down on sweeps casino sites. West Virginia's Attorney General is now ready to take a stand.
NY Regulator Has 'Serious Concern' Sweeps Casinos 'Are Running Afoul' Of State Law
You can safely consider the chair of the New York State Gaming Commission skeptical, at best, of the sweepstakes gaming industry.
Mississippi Becomes First State To Propose Bill To Ban Internet Sweeps Casinos
A Mississippi Senator proposed a bill amendment to expand the definition of unlawful gaming to online sweeps operators and raise penalties.
How Maryland's Anti-Sweepstakes Stance Plays Into iGaming Bill Discussions
Maryland recently joined a growing this of states coming out against sweepstakes casinos. Could it impact iGaming bill discussions?
Sweeps Casinos On The Chopping Block In New York iGaming Bill
NY Sen. Addabbo is looking to close what he calls the sweepstakes casino loophole with a bad actor clause in his proposed 2025 iGaming bill.
Sweeps Casino Inbox: 143 Emails in 13 Days Raise Responsible Gaming Concerns
I don't fault sweeps casinos for this kind of push advertising. But here's why right now feels like the absolute worst time for that method.
Sweeps Casino Spotlight Could Fuel Next Wave Of iGaming Legislation
The increasing attention on sweeps casinos seems to be fueling more discussions and legislation around regulated online casinos in the U.S.
