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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – April 19-25

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Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! It was again an eventful week in the USA, despite the still-active virus attack.

Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

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Betsson Perch Investments AB, a subsidiary of Betsson AB (publ) (Betsson), has acquired a 50% stake in the software development company JDP Tech Ltd, which owns a proprietary technology platform for handling LatAm payments. The consideration payable for the shares amounts to EUR 8.8 million. This allows Betsson to secure customer payment flows for the continued expansion in Latin America.

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Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak has announced that the casinos in the state can operate at full capacity from June 1. Nevada is one of the leading tourist destinations in the world and has dramatically suffered due to the coronavirus pandemic. At one point last year, the entire state was shut down for three months until mid-June. But even then capacity limits were in place and hotel casinos were begging to return to full capacity. Steve Hill, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, said the vaccines played a huge role.

According to PlayMichigan, the online sportsbooks in Michigan set fresh records for handle and revenue, reaching nearly $400 million in online and retail bets in March and surpassing $30 million in online revenue, while online casino revenue approached $100 million. The NCAA Tournament spurred Michigan’s online sportsbooks to $359.5 million in handle, according to official data released. That total was up 19.1% from $301.9 million in February. Combined with the state’s $24.2 million retail handle, Michigan’s online and retail sportsbooks collected $383.7 million in bets. That overall total is up 17.8% from $325.6 million in bets in February.

Caesars Entertainment has revealed its plan to invest $400 million into its Atlantic City resorts by 2023. In Atlantic City, Caesars owns and operates three of the region’s preeminent casino destinations – Caesars, Harrah’s Resort and Tropicana Atlantic City. The plans include remodeled room towers; freshly appointed interior design elements; enhancements to the casinos’ gaming floors; new dining concepts with acclaimed restaurant partners; and many more exciting additions within the next three years.

Argentine organisation KRÜ Esports has selected international marketing agency Vanquish as its exclusive commercial agent. KRÜ Esports was established in October 2020 and is founded by Manchester City striker Sergio Agüero. KRÜ Esports currently has three partners in the form of GIGABYTE gaming brand AORUS, streaming platform Twitch and American multinational semiconductor company AMD.

Scientific Games Corporation has signed an agreement with Gold Dust Casino to install its iVIEW displays across 233 slot games and seven table games in addition to SDS and CMP core systems. iVIEW technology enables operators to show dynamic marketing content, animations and videos on the gaming machine while providing an instant response through a sophisticated multi-touch display. iVIEW uses player-friendly graphical widgets to enable marketing teams to easily update content throughout the property, significantly enhancing the player experience.

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Betsson Perch Investments AB, a subsidiary of Betsson AB (publ), has acquired a 35% stake in Strive Platform Ltd (Strive) for a total amount of USD 6.5 million. Upon launch in the US, planned for the second half of 2021, Betsson has an option to increase its shareholding in Strive by another 5% for the consideration of USD 1 million. Betsson will also grant to the company a convertible shareholder loan facility of USD 2.5 million.

Partnerships

Phoenix Suns and FanDuel Group have announced a multi-year market access partnership designating America’s #1 Sportsbook operator as the Suns’ Official Sportsbook and Daily Fantasy Sports Partner. As part of this new commercial arrangement, FanDuel will open a luxury sportsbook retail location inside the Phoenix Suns Arena. The sportsbook is expected to be completed in time for the 2021-22 NBA season.

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced a new, multi-year partnership that designates DraftKings as the Official Sportsbook and Daily Fantasy Partner of the PFL. The partnership will give MMA, daily fantasy and sports betting fans a truly unique viewing and gaming experience utilising PFL’s proprietary SmartCage technology.

Ainsworth Game Technology has partnered with Konami Gaming to launch historical horse racing machines (HRMs) for Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI). Konami’s newly engineered historical horse racing machines will operate on Ainsworth’s proprietary Historical Horse Racing System. Konami’s HRMs include a suite of popular game titles and cabinet platforms. The machines will be deployed at CDI’s HRM facilities in Kentucky, including Derby City Gaming, Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel and Newport Racing & Gaming.

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New Appointments

Rush Street Gaming has announced that Justin Moore, former general manager of Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, has been named general manager of Rivers Casino Philadelphia, pending approval from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Justin joined Rivers in Schenectady soon after the property opened in 2017. He helped establish the Rivers Casino brand in a new and competitive market, operated The Landing Hotel and debuted New York’s first sportsbook—all while leading dynamic teams and earning a market-leading position.

Scientific Games Corporation has announced that Victor Blanco will join the Company in 2022 as Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Blanco will oversee Scientific Games’ technology strategy to support the Company’s leadership across gaming, lottery, sports betting and iGaming as well as support the development and execution of the Company’s great games.

DraftKings has appointed Gisele Bündchen, an environmental activist, philanthropist and former super model, as a special advisor to the company’s CEO and board of directors for environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. Bündchen has been recognised in Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World and 100 Fashion Icons lists, appeared in hundreds of campaigns for the most prominent and iconic brands, graced more than 1200 magazine covers worldwide and walked the runway in close to 500 fashion shows. She is a prominent supporter of numerous environmental and social projects.

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Pennsylvania iGaming Records $228.3M in July 2025

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Pennsylvania’s online casinos soared in July 2025, delivering adjusted gross revenue of $228.3 million. This figure marks the second-highest monthly iGaming total ever reported by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.

It follows the record $238.2 million in March. The revenue reflects a 30.9% year-over-year boost, underscoring broader growth trends in the digital gaming space. The state’s real money online casino market continues expanding as player engagement strengthens.

The surge came as Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course and partners led the state with $87.8 million, registering a 37.2% increase over last year. Valley Forge Casino Resort followed with $61.0 million, marking a 34.1% rise. Rivers Casino Philadelphia clocked in $37.8 million, up 26.6%. Meanwhile, Caesars Interactive contributed $10.5 million, up 10.8%.

Tax revenues surged alongside iGaming. The Commonwealth collected $67.4 million in state taxes from online casino play in July. Local tax and county grants added $36.5 million, amplifying the fiscal impact.

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Pennsylvania’s total gambling revenue, including land-based casinos and sports betting, totaled $557.7 million, rising 11.4% year-over-year. The iGaming segment alone increased 30.9%, making it a primary growth engine.

Slots dominated iGaming revenue with $177.2 million, followed by table games at $48.5 million and poker at $2.5 million.

Pennsylvania’s sports betting market delivered $40.6 million in revenue during July, a 5.2% increase from last year. Online wagering accounted for $37.9 million, while retail sportsbooks added $2.7 million.

The rise came despite a 0.5% dip in handle, which closed at $412.5 million. Betting from online sportsbooks produced $392.6 million of that total, with retail wagering contributing $19.9 million. The statewide hold rate stood at 9.84%, reflecting stronger margins.

FanDuel, partnered with Valley Forge Casino Resort, led the market once again. It generated $15.5 million in revenue from a $140.9 million handle, posting an 11.00% hold. DraftKings and Hollywood Casino at the Meadows followed, collecting $11.3 million from $112.3 million, equal to a 10.06% hold.

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Fanatics, partnered with Hollywood Casino York, placed third with $2.7 million from a $28.4 million handle, producing a 9.51% hold. Morgantown and BetMGM secured $2.1 million on a $33.3 million handle for a 6.3% hold.

Rounding out the top five, ESPN Bet with Hollywood Casino at Penn National reported $1.7 million from $18.7 million, giving a 9.09% hold.

The data underscores how Pennsylvania’s sports betting operators are strengthening profitability even when overall wagering slows. Analysts expect momentum to accelerate once football season begins, driving higher handles and further testing operator margins.

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Florida Gambling Market Faces Pressure as Offshore Sites Lure Players

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Florida’s gambling picture is shifting again. Court battles over the Seminole Tribe’s compact continue, and legislators are hearing more calls to consider broader online betting.

Even with sports betting tied up in appeals, residents are finding workarounds. Offshore websites still advertise directly to Floridians. Many of them promote speed over safety, boasting that they allow withdrawals with no ID. Regulators say that may sound attractive, but it sidesteps the verification checks required by licensed U.S. operators.

The Seminole Tribe runs the state’s biggest casinos and its Hard Rock brand. Their 2021 compact with the state included online sports betting. That deal faced lawsuits almost immediately, slowing any momentum for a wider rollout. Yet the appetite hasn’t gone away.

People here talk about what’s happening in other states. New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan—they’ve all seen billions wagered online. Tax money follows. Advocates in Florida argue the state is leaving money on the table.

Opponents tell a different story. They warn about access on every phone and the risks that come with it. “Once it’s in an app, you can’t put the genie back in the bottle,” said a Jacksonville-area pastor who has lobbied against expansion. Addiction specialists add that enforcement is more rigid when offshore platforms are already targeting residents.

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Tourism officials keep an eye on the numbers, too. Florida casinos, especially in Tampa and South Florida, drive hotel bookings and restaurant traffic. A full online market could change that balance. Some business leaders like the idea of keeping players at home. Others say brick-and-mortar casinos fuel jobs that digital sites will never replace.

For lawmakers in Tallahassee, it’s a tricky call. The Seminole compact brings in revenue through a revenue-sharing deal. Expanding online casinos could mean more money, but also more legal fights with tribes who guard their exclusivity. That divide was one reason ballot measures in 2022 failed, after record spending on both sides.

Residents are split as well. A Miami resident outside a Hard Rock property said this week he enjoys visiting in person. “I wouldn’t mind having it on my phone, but I like the atmosphere here. It’s not the same on a screen.”

Meanwhile, the unregulated market keeps growing. Analysts with the American Gaming Association estimate billions of dollars flow to illegal sites each year nationwide. Florida’s share is significant. Enforcement is difficult, and warnings do little to stop players who want speed, privacy, and access.

The state’s size makes it a prime target. With more than 22 million people, Florida could become one of the largest online casino markets in the country if the law ever changes. For now, the lines hold. The Seminole Tribe runs its venues. Offshore operators keep pushing ads. And residents wait to see if lawmakers will take the next step.

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Source: floridadaily.com

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Churchill Downs Incorporated Completes Acquisition of a Majority of Casino Salem Project in New Hampshire

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Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (the “Company”) announced today that the Company has completed its previously announced purchase of a majority of the outstanding interests of a Salem, New Hampshire joint venture (“Casino Salem”) with the right to develop a charitable gaming, entertainment and dining venue.

The initial phase of Casino Salem opened on July 9th. CDI will finalize plans and commence construction of the future phases of the project, including a rebranding of the venue, an expansion of the gaming floor, and several food and beverage concepts.

The acquisition was funded with the Company’s existing credit facility. Closing of the transaction was subject to usual and customary closing conditions, including receipt of approval by the New Hampshire Lottery Commission.

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