Gambling in the USA
Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – August 30-September 05
Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news, new appointments and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.
Latest News
BetMGM has announced the launch of its industry-leading digital sports betting platform in Wyoming. Wyoming marks the 14th market to offer BetMGM’s mobile and online product.
Caesars Entertainment has announced that its brand-new Caesars Sportsbook app is now officially available to Arizona customers for download and deposit.
Aristocrat Gaming has launched its MarsX cabinet in Argentina at Casino Buenos Aires.
Betsperts Media & Technology Group CEO Reid Rooney has announced that Betsperts has just closed a $6 million Series A fundraising round.
Jamul Casino, one of San Diego’s top destinations for exceptional entertainment, outstanding cuisine and exquisite events, has become the winner in seven categories of the San Diego Union-Tribune’s 25th annual Reader’s Poll.
UDDA, a new free-to-play sports and entertainment wagering App, has announced the debut of the $1,000,000 Gridiron Games for fans to place risk-free bets on football games and win real cash prizes.
WynnBET has launched a new ad campaign starring Ben Affleck, Shaquille O’Neal and Melvin Gregg.
Rivers Casino Schenectady has reopened its poker room on September 1. The poker room was shut last year in March due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kindred continues its expansion in the US by taking on its fifth state, Iowa. This marks Kindred’s second launch as part of the multi-state partnership with Caesars, signed in 2020. The signed agreement is with Harrah’s Council Bluffs Casino in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
North Star Sports, the Canadian company providing sports betting advice, is now offering a $1000 bonus to customers who open a betting account with the firm.
The Tohono O’odham Nation was granted an event wagering license, allowing it to open an online sports betting platform by fall.
New Partnerships
Gambling marketing and operating company B90 Holdings has signed an affiliate marketing agreement with the Nordic Group to promote all of its sportsbook and online casino services in various territories.
Scientific Games Corporation has announced that the Company is bringing its industry-leading Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and related marketing services to the Kentucky Lottery to elevate iLottery and digital engagement programmes.
Parx Interactive has signed a multi-year partnership agreement with Pittsburgh Steelers to become its online casino partner.
Esports Entertainment Group has signed a partnership agreement with the Indianapolis Colts to become the NFL franchise’s official esports tournament platform provider.
DraftKings Inc. has entered into a partnership with the American Ultimate Disc League. As per the deal, DraftKings will feature AUDL in its Friday Game of the Week and make it available free to viewers on the DraftKings Dream Stream on YouTube and Twitch.
Esports Entertainment Group has announced that its VIE.bet esports betting brand has become an official partner of SG esports, a Brazilian professional gaming organisation.
New Appointment
Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment has appointed Christie St. Martin as Vice President of Online Marketing. Prior to joining MGE, Christie served as the CCO of Queens.gg, a female-led gaming lifestyle company that provides female competitors, content creators and streamers with the tools they need to build sustainable careers in gaming and esports.
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Cryptocurrency
Paysafe Introduces “Pay with Crypto” to Meet US iGaming Demand
The new product powered by MoonPay allows players to easily deposit using stablecoins and cryptocurrencies at iGaming and daily fantasy sports companies.
Paysafe, an international payment platform, today revealed the introduction of Pay with Crypto, a novel cryptocurrency payment option for iGaming operators and daily fantasy sports companies in the U.S. market. Enabled by MoonPay, the top provider in worldwide crypto payments and stablecoin systems, Pay with Crypto enables customers of iGaming brands to conveniently use their chosen stablecoin or cryptocurrency to fund their player accounts, where allowed.
Approximately 70.4 million American adults are said to own cryptocurrency, and Paysafe’s research shows that 83% of U.S. players are interested in crypto payments, prompting the company to introduce Pay with Crypto to satisfy this demand. A player wishing to fund their iGaming account with USD Coin (USDC), another stablecoin, or any leading cryptocurrency can now use Paysafe’s new payment option for operators’ cashiers, which allows for quick conversion of their crypto deposit to U.S. dollars for gameplay.
Upon choosing Pay with Crypto and their desired stablecoin or cryptocurrency, players just link their crypto or custodial wallet to complete the deposit, while the MoonPay Commerce Checkouts technology also facilitates transactions through QR code using users’ mobile devices. After verifying the transactions, Pay with Crypto immediately converts crypto deposits into U.S. dollars to credit the player’s account.
The flexibility inherent in the Pay with Crypto solution also applies to operators, who can opt to settle payments nearly instantly in stablecoins within their business crypto wallet, or in U.S. dollars or other major fiat currencies via MoonPay’s Virtual Accounts driven by Iron.
Operators can enhance their cashiers with Pay with Crypto via a single, seamless integration of the Paysafe Gateway, designed specifically for iGaming and utilizing the company’s 30 years of worldwide expertise. The Gateway, which already features seamless card payments, the Skrill digital wallet, the PaysafeCash eCash option, a Pay by Bank service, and over 30 local payment methods, is further diversifying its services by introducing Pay with Crypto to cater to changing transactional preferences.
Zak Cutler, President of Global Gaming at Paysafe, said: “Galvanized by the growing popularity of stablecoins, cryptocurrency is evolving in the U.S. from an investment asset into a unit of value for payments, and we’re seeing this shift gather pace in the country’s iGaming market. Against this backdrop, we’re delighted to unveil Pay with Crypto, a forward-thinking solution that strongly positions U.S. operators for their customers’ changing transactional preferences – the future of how they pay when they play.”
Ivan Soto-Wright, Founder and CEO of MoonPay, commented: “Crypto rails are making payments faster and more efficient, and our job is to close the gap between this technology and real-world utility. People shouldn’t have to convert their digital assets just to make a purchase – they want to use what they already have. Paysafe brings that experience to more people through trusted, regulated platforms.”
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Andrea Mata
Teamsters at Park MGM Unanimously Ratify Strong First Contract
Front desk workers at Park MGM, represented by Teamsters Local 986, have unanimously ratified a strong first collective bargaining agreement. The two-year contract protects and rewards 82 workers, delivering higher wages, improved benefits, and stronger workplace protections.
The bargaining unit includes front desk clerks, head cashiers, rooms controllers, lobby ambassadors, and guest service representatives. They play a critical role in delivering a seamless and welcoming guest experience from check-in to check-out.
“Organizing with Local 986 was an easy choice that led to overwhelmingly positive results. This contract allows me to provide a better future for myself and my family. I’m very grateful for all the support throughout this process,” said Andrea Mata, a front desk clerk and proud member of Local 986.
Under the new agreement, workers will receive a 10% wage increase, improved benefits, and an enhanced pension plan. Workers will now have access to the Teamsters Health and Welfare plan that reduces their deductibles by lowering co-pays and out-of-pocket costs.
“This agreement shows what’s possible when workers come together and organize. Strong contracts are built on solidarity, and this victory delivers real improvements that raise standards across the industry,” said Tommy Blitsch, Director of the Teamsters Convention, Trade Show, and Casino Division.
“These members showed strength and determination from day one and it paid off. Winning a first contract like this is a big milestone that delivers immediate improvements while building lasting power for the future,” said Tim Vera, President of Local 986.
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Conferences
Digicode to Showcase Technology Solutions at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2026
Digicode announced its participation in the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2026, taking place March 30 – April 2, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center. The event is recognized as the largest gathering dedicated to the tribal gaming industry, bringing together tribal leaders, casino executives, regulators, and technology providers to explore the latest developments shaping the sector.
Organized by the Indian Gaming Association, the annual convention serves as a key platform for discussing innovation, regulatory developments, and strategic opportunities across both land-based and digital gaming ecosystems.
“At a time when tribal gaming organizations are increasingly exploring digital transformation and operational modernization, the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention provides an important forum for collaboration,” said Elkhan Shabanov. “We look forward to connecting with industry leaders and sharing how modular technology architectures can help operators scale efficiently, improve operational control, and build platforms designed for long-term growth.”
During the event, Digicode will highlight its Diger Suite, a modular ecosystem of gaming technology solutions designed to help operators modernize infrastructure and reduce reliance on legacy systems. The platform enables gaming organizations to implement flexible, scalable technology stacks that support both current operations and future expansion.
Key solutions within the Diger Suite include:
- DigerRGS – A next-generation gaming platform designed for high-throughput performance and full intellectual property ownership.
- DigerPAM – A cross-market-ready player account management system that supports scalable user management and regulatory compliance.
- DigerPay – A PSP-agnostic payment gateway supporting more than 200 payment methods with integrated real-time fraud protection.
- DigerClick – A fully owned affiliate management platform offering customizable tools, campaign management, and performance analytics.
- DigerCompanion – An AI-driven assistant designed to support multilingual player engagement, responsible gaming initiatives, and automated compliance workflows.
Digicode experts attending the convention will also share practical insights into how gaming operators can strengthen their technology infrastructure, streamline payment operations, automate player support processes, and maintain greater control over their digital platforms as the industry continues to evolve.
By participating in the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2026, Digicode aims to expand its engagement with tribal gaming organizations and technology partners and contribute expertise in platform engineering, payments infrastructure, and AI-driven operational tools.
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