Gambling in the USA
Study Reveals New York is Losing $200+ Million by Not Legalising Online Sports Betting
A recent study released by the market research firm Eilers & Krejcik in February 2020 has estimated that New York is losing $200+ million in revenue by not legalising online sports betting. As per the study, the estimated range of money being left on the table by New York is between $203 million and $286 million.
The research firm, in a report commissioned by New Jersey sports betting market-leaders FanDuel and DraftKings, proposes three scenarios of taxation using a projected amount of sports book licenses, from 7 to 10, being charged licensing fees of $12 million a year.
The projections are being put forth as Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s budget discussions that seek to address a $6 billion budget deficit in the Empire State do not highlight the legalisation of online sports gambling as a remedy.
“This is not the time to come up with creative although irresponsible revenue sources to solve a problem which doesn’t really exist,” Cuomo said.
State Sen. Joseph Addabbo, the most staunch proponent of sports gambling in the state, told The Action Network that if online sports gambling is not in the state budget by the time it is resolved on April 1, it will likely not be approved until 2021.
Addabbo’s strategy is to get Cuomo’s attention by showing how much money New York has lost to neighbouring New Jersey. The Garden State pulled in $4.6 billion in bets in 2019, 85% of Nevada’s handle, making Jersey the second-most valuable sports gambling state in the nation.
Eilers & Krejcik estimates that New Yorkers bet $837 million on sports in New Jersey. When subtracting the payouts for wins using a conservative hold percentage, it is an estimated $57.1 million in revenue for the operators and $6.2 million in tax revenue lost by New York to New Jersey.
Gambling in the USA
Digicode at NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026: Driving the Future of iGaming Technology
Digicode, a leading provider of next-generation iGaming solutions, announced its participation in NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026: Innovation in iGaming, one of North America’s most influential iGaming and sports betting events taking place March 10–11, 2026, at Convene, 225 Liberty Street, Downtown New York.
NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026 brings together more than 1,200 senior executives, investors, technology leaders, operators, and innovators from across the global iGaming and sports betting ecosystem to explore breakthrough technologies, partnerships, and growth opportunities shaping the future of online gaming.
“At a time when the industry is rapidly evolving, NEXT.io Summit NYC serves as the premier stage for strategic conversation, innovation, and partnership,” said Elkhan Shabanov, CEO of Digicode Americas. “We’re excited to showcase our cutting-edge solutions that empower operators and suppliers to build faster, scale smarter, and take ownership of their technology stack.”
During NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026, Digicode will demonstrate how the Diger Suite empowers iGaming businesses to modernize their technology stack, offering a modular ecosystem of advanced solutions engineered to replace legacy systems with flexible, scalable, and performance-driven infrastructure:
- DigerRGS – Next-generation iGaming platform with full IP control and capacity for high throughput performance
- DigerPAM – Cross-market ready player account management system
- DigerPay – PSP-agnostic payment gateway supporting 200+ methods with real-time fraud protection
- DigerClick – Fully owned affiliate management platform with customizable tools and analytics
- DigerCompanion – AI-driven assistant for multilingual support, responsible gaming automation, and compliance management
During the event, Digicode experts will share real-world use cases and actionable frameworks to help industry leaders transition from legacy constraints to competitive advantage. Key topics include scaling rent-to-own iGaming platforms, automating support and compliance with AI, building resilient payment stacks, owning affiliate systems, and operating in regulated markets with adaptive technology.
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Flowplay LLC
Flowplay Launches Imperial Treasures Casino in Pennsylvania Real Money Gaming Market
Flowplay LLC announced the launch of Imperial Treasures Casino into the Pennsylvania Real Money Gaming (RMG) market as an affiliate of Wind Creek Bethlehem, marking the company’s first regulated U.S. market entry.
With more than 17 years of experience delivering social gaming and interactive entertainment to millions of players worldwide, Flowplay has built a world-class iGaming Player Account Management (PAM) platform to support Imperial Treasures Casino and its long-term digital gaming strategy. The Pennsylvania launch represents a significant milestone as the company transitions from social gaming leader to regulated real money gaming.
Flowplay was acquired by Wind Creek Hospitality in 2021, strengthening its position within the regulated gaming sector and aligning its technology-driven expertise with a globally recognized gaming and hospitality operator.
Imperial Treasures Casino received regulatory approval from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) earlier in the month. Flowplay credited the PGCB for its thorough and collaborative oversight throughout both the licensing and PAM approval processes.
Imperial Treasures Casino features premium content from leading game providers, including AGS, ODDSworks, Evolution, and Slingo, with additional integrations underway to further expand its portfolio of games and live dealer experiences.
To ensure a secure, compliant, and seamless player experience, Flowplay partnered with best-in-class technology and service providers, including:
• Radar for geolocation services
• GambleID for Know Your Customer (KYC) Verification and Insight
• Kinectify for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
• PayNearMe for Payment Experience Management
• Incline Gaming for Marketing Support
• BMM Testlabs as the Independent Testing Laboratory for the Platform.
“Flowplay, a Wind Creek Hospitality company, is proud to offer our Imperial Treasures Casino to the Pennsylvania gaming market, where we have developed a world-class platform and gaming experience for our customers to enjoy and be entertained,” said Mike Ornstein, Vice President of Real Money Gaming Operations at Flowplay.
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Gambling in the USA
Spirit Lake Casino & Resort Claims The Title Of North Dakota’s Luckiest Native American Casino
Native American casinos in North Dakota play a vital role in strengthening tribal economies and supporting communities across the state.
According to a study by Gambling.com, Spirit Lake Casino & Resort has been crowned as the Luckiest Native American Casino in North Dakota with a Lucky Review Percentage of 21.8%.
In #2 is the 4 Bears Casino & Lodge with a score of just 6.1% – the casino has over 700 machines to choose from along with stunning views of Lake Sakakawea.
In #3 we have the Prairie Knights Casino & Resort (4.6%). It has over 600 slot machines, an array of classic and modern table games, blackjack, bonus craps and roulette.
Native American casinos in North Dakota play a vital role in strengthening tribal economies and supporting communities across the state. They are operated by sovereign tribal nations, including the Spirit Lake Nation, the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, and the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation.
Within the state, casinos provide high-quality entertainment while generating critical revenue for essential services – healthcare, education, housing, infrastructure and cultural preservation initiatives. They also continue to drive sustainable economic development while honoring the traditions and sovereignty of the tribes they represent.
Based on the clear importance and impact of Native American casinos in North Dakota, Gambling.com wanted to work out which one is the luckiest. To calculate this, the Gambling.com team analyzed Tripadvisor reviews of the four Native American casinos in the state for these four keywords: luck, lucky, win and winning.
We then calculated the percentage of reviews with “lucky” keywords that each casino received, before finally ranking them by their Lucky Review Percentage.
Spirit Lake Casino & Resort Is The Luckiest In North Dakota
Located on the scenic shores of Devils Lake, Spirit Lake Casino & Resort was established in 1996. The casino spans 49,000 square feet and serves as a vital part of the local economy, offering gaming, dining and entertainment.
Rooted in rich history and culture, the Spirit Lake Casino & Resort dominated our lucky rankings with a Lucky Review Percentage of 21.8%.
In #2 is the 4 Bears Casino & Lodge with a score of just 6.1% – the casino has over 700 machines to choose from along with stunning views of Lake Sakakawea. Finally, to finish the Top Three we have the Prairie Knights Casino & Resort (4.6%). It has over 600 slot machines, an array of classic and modern table games, blackjack, bonus craps and roulette.
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