New Jersey

Although there are fewer casinos there than just a few years ago, Atlantic City is still a vibrant and important gaming center in the U.S. market. World Casino News brings you up to the minute developments as multi-billion properties such the former Revel open close and are sold. We deliver breaking news on plans for gambling expansion and follow the burgeoning regulated online casino industry there as its momentum increases along with revenues.

Follow the headlines here to find out when derelict properties are going to be demolished or when they are sold and revitalized by new operators with fresh eyes and eager minds. Watch for job fairs, important sports betting updates, the health of the horse racing industry, and moves by legislators, regulators, and mediators that affect operators' bottom lines.

New Jersey’s Proposed Tax Hike on Online Gambling Sparks Industry Backlash

In a bold fiscal move, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed significant tax increases on online sports betting and internet gambling, sparking widespread concern among casinos and betting firms. The pro...

New Jersey Expands Betting into Esports, Eyes Economic Growth

New Jersey is poised to become a pioneer in the integration of esports within regulated sports wagering, as state legislators consider a transformative bill that would enable adults to legally place bets on the...

WinView Technology Files Patent Lawsuits Against DraftKings and FanDuel

WinView Technology, Inc. has taken a bold step by filing patent infringement lawsuits against two major players in the sports betting industry, DraftKings and FanDuel. The legal actions, filed in the District o...

New Jersey Legislation Seeks to Decriminalize Underage Gambling and Shift Penalties to Civil Fines

New Jersey lawmakers are pushing forward with a new bill that could change the penalties for underage gambling, reducing them from criminal offenses to civil violations. This proposed shift would mean young peo...

New Jersey’s Gaming Revenue Soars in 2024, but Atlantic City Faces Decline in Land-Based Casino Earnings

New Jersey’s gaming sector reached unprecedented heights in 2024, achieving a record total revenue of nearly $6.3 billion. This figure marks a significant 9% increase over the previous year, primarily fueled by...

New Jersey Regulators Fine DraftKings, Kambi, and Rush Street Interactive $40,000 for Betting Irregularities

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has penalized DraftKings, Rush Street Interactive (RSI), and Kambi with fines totaling $40,000 for violating state wagering regulations. The infractions invol...

New Jersey Internet Gambling and Sports Betting Hit Record Highs in November

New Jersey’s online gambling industry continued its remarkable upward trajectory in November 2024, setting new benchmarks across multiple sectors. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement reported that int...

New Jersey Lawmakers Propose Civil Penalties for Underage Gambling

Lawmakers in New Jersey are considering a significant change to the state’s approach to underage gambling. A proposed bill aims to shift penalties for those under 21 who gamble illegally from criminal charges t...

Allegations of Illegal Gambling Rise Against Apple and Google in New Jersey

Two of the tech industry's behemoths, Apple and Google, find themselves embroiled in a significant legal challenge as they are accused of promoting and profiting from illegal gambling operations through their d...

New Jersey Proposes Seizing Funds from Dormant Online Gambling Accounts

New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill aiming to address unclaimed funds in inactive online gambling accounts. The proposed legislation seeks to transfer unused account balances to the state’s u...

New Jersey Online Gambling Revenue Hits Record $213.6M in October

New Jersey's online gambling sector achieved a significant milestone in October 2024, with revenues reaching an all-time high of $213.6 million. This figure surpasses the previous record of $208 million set in ...

Greentube Solidifies U.S. Strategy With Connecticut Debut

Greentube, the digital gaming and entertainment division of NOVOMATIC, continues to strengthen its footprint in North America with its recent launch in Connecticut. Following its licensing approval in February ...

New Jersey Weighs Ban on College Athlete Prop Bets

The state of New Jersey, a pioneer in legalizing sports betting across the United States, is now exploring new measures to restrict certain types of wagers. A proposed bill in the state legislature aims to proh...