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.

BetMGM Combines Poker Player Pools in Michigan and New Jersey

In a pivotal move for online poker, BetMGM has officially merged its player pools between Michigan and New Jersey poker, creating a more expansive gaming experience with larger prize pools and increased opportu...

New Jersey’s Online Gambling Soars to Record Highs in September

In an unprecedented surge, New Jersey's internet gambling market reached a new zenith in September 2024, with Atlantic City's casinos and their partners garnering over $208 million in earnings. This achievement...

Greentube Amplifies U.S. Footprint Via Strategic Deal with FanDuel

Greentube, NOVOMATIC's digital gaming arm, is broadening its footprint across the U.S. by initiating a pivotal collaboration with FanDuel. This partnership debuts Greentube's acclaimed gaming offerings in Michi...

Boyd Interactive Acquires Resorts Digital, Strengthening Its iGaming Portfolio

Boyd Interactive, a subsidiary of Las Vegas-based Boyd Gaming, has officially purchased Resorts Digital, the online gambling division of Resorts Casino in Atlantic City. The transaction, finalized on September ...

New Jersey’s Online Gambling Sets New Revenue Record in August

In an impressive display of digital prowess, New Jersey's online gambling sector reached new heights in August 2024, amassing an extraordinary $198.4 million in revenue. This figure represents the highest month...

Jay-Z and Michael Rubin Open Fanatics Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort

Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter and Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin celebrated the grand opening of the Fanatics Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort, situated on the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk. This marks the first Fanatics ...

Borgata Understatement of Gross Revenue Violations; Ordered to Pay $1.3 MIllion by NJDGE

Atlantic City’s premier casino, the Borgata, has recently made headlines for underpaying its internet gambling taxes twice, according to a recent Associated Press (AP) report. New Jersey regulators identified t...

Wazdan Strengthens European Influence Through Strategic Italian Partnership

Wazdan, a top developer focused on gaming gains, is further cementing its position in Europe's mature markets with a new partnership with Italian operator CasinoMania. This collaboration marks a significant ste...

Borgata Fined $75,000 by DGE for Overstating iGaming Promo Credits on BetMGM Platform

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has fined Borgata Casino $75,000 following an audit that revealed significant overstatements of iGaming promotional gaming credits (PGCs) on the BetMGM platfo...

New Jersey Sees 8% Growth in Total Gaming Revenue in July 2024; In-Person Remains Down

New Jersey's gaming sector experienced an 8.2% increase in total gaming revenue in July 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to the latest figures from the state Division of Gaming Enforcement....

FanDuel Penalized for Taking Bets on Pre-Recorded PFL Fights, Pays Over $230K

FanDuel, one of the leading sports books in the United States, has been fined $2,000 and forced to pay out more than $230,000 in wagers after accepting bets on mixed martial arts fights that had already occurre...

DraftKings Penalized $100,000 for Reporting Inaccurate Betting Data

In a strongly worded reprimand, New Jersey's gambling regulators have fined DraftKings $100,000 for providing incorrect sports betting data to the state. This was deemed “unacceptable conduct, " highlighting si...

WSOP Launches Revolutionary Online Poker Platform Uniting Michigan, Nevada, and New Jersey Players

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. and the World Series of Poker (WSOP) have announced the groundbreaking launch of WSOP Online, an innovative real-money poker platform. This historic move integrates player pools from...

Atlantic City Casino Profits Dip 9.6% in Q1 2024 Amidst Industry Challenges

Atlantic City's casino sector faced a setback in the first quarter of 2024, with combined profits dropping by nearly 10%, according to public filings. Only two out of the nine casinos reported higher profits co...