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.

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...

New Jersey Woman Fights for Her Alleged $2 Million Jackpot Win at Atlantic City Bally’s, Claims Casino Won’t Pay Out

Roney Beal, a 72-year-old resident of New Jersey, finds herself embroiled in a contentious battle with an Atlantic City casino over a substantial jackpot win. Beal's claim of winning over $2 million at Bally’s ...

New Jersey Casinos See $511 Million Win in April, Second-Best Month for Online Gambling

New Jersey's casinos, horse tracks, and online partners experienced a significant upswing in April, reporting total winnings of over $511 million, marking a notable 10.4% increase from the previous year, accord...

It’s Casino Time – GiG and Ontario-Owned Operators Launch Unique iGaming Experience

A leading iGaming technology and service provider, Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG), participates in the launch of Casino Time, a joint venture of the leading Ontarian iGaming operators, provincially owned an...

Northeastern US Casinos Rattled by Online Wagering, Smoking and Upcoming NY Rivalry Concerns

Casinos in the Northeast U.S. are currently facing a large number of problems as they prepare for the emergence of fresh rivals in NY City. Among those problems are the loss of business from illegal online oper...

New Jersey Online Gambling Strikes $197 Million Revenue Record in March 2024

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has announced that the online gambling industry in the state generated more than $197 million in gross gaming revenues in March 2024 to set a new monthly record. Th...

Greentube Stregthens Its Position in North America Through a Deal with Caesars Digital

The popular NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, Greentube, strengthens its position in North America through a deal with industry giant Caesars Digital. Two companies joined forces to offer the...

BetMGM Partners With GameCode and Releases Excalibur Slot Game to Reinforce US Market Position

BetMGM, a leading online sports wagering and iGaming company, has partnered with prominent online casino operator, GameCode, to maintain the momentum of its operations and facilitate continued North Ame...