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Zach Wolpin

Sports Editor

Articles by Zach Wolpin (122)

Harrah’s in Colombus, Nebraska will be the state’s first ‘permanent’ casino to open in May

There are currently three temporary casinos in Nebraska and the state has proved that gambling is profitable. Soon, residents in Nebraska will have their first “permanent” casino set to open in May. It will be Harrash’s in Columbus. This a massive milestone for the casino and gambling industry that’s still growing.  The target date for […]

Zach Wolpin 01 May 2024
Missouri sports betting ballot has received over 300,000 signatures as they try to legalize sports gambling

In Missouri, there is a push for sports gambling to become legalized. The ‘Winning for Missouri Education’ campaign is actively working to help make that happen. For sports gambling to be on the general election ballot in November, the group needs 180,000 signatures by May 5. Luckily, they more than exceed that goal.  They had […]

Zach Wolpin 01 May 2024
The Pennsylvania Gaming Industry hit a new record-high revenue in March with $554.6 million

For the second time in three months, Pennsylvania has set a new record for revenue made in a single month. Their gaming industry is beyond thriving and is one of the best in a highly competitive market. In March, the state reached $554.6 million in income collected. This comes from brick-and-mortar casinos, iGaming, retail and […]

Zach Wolpin 01 May 2024
New Jersey Casinos See New York As A Major Threat To Revenue

On April 17th, a conference was held in Atlantic City, New Jersey at the Hard Rock Casino. It was dubbed the East Coast Gaming Congress. Panelists spoke about how they need to prepare for the three casinos that will be available in New York. The NY casinos could drastically change the casino market in the […]

Zach Wolpin 01 May 2024
What is the likelihood that California will legalize sports gambling in 2024?

Legal sports gambling is a thriving industry around the US but not every state has adopted the policy. California has yet to legalize sports gambling despite lawmakers pushing to make it happen. In the November 2022 election, there were two different options on California’s ballot. However, the legalization was declined.  The state likely needs a […]

Zach Wolpin 01 May 2024
How the dark side of online sports betting has been seen in the United States since its legalization

A total of 38 states including the District of Columbia have some form of gambling after it was legalized in 2018. Some states adopted the policy right away while others have waited to step foot into the gambling industry. Sports betting has grown larger and larger in the US and it’s not slowing down.  Reportedly, […]

Zach Wolpin 26 Apr 2024
Can this DraftKings bettor successfully turn a $100 parlay into a whopping $1.7 million?

This Saturday, the 2024 NBA playoffs will begin and several teams are eyeing the Larry O’Brien trophy. Players have battled through the rigorous grind of the regular season and the postseason awaits. Tomorrow, the final two play-in games will happen to determine the eighth seeds in their respective conferences.  Back in May of 2023, one […]

Zach Wolpin 26 Apr 2024
Connecticut lawmakers want to legalize betting on collegiate teams while also introducing stricter gambling laws

Initially, Connecticut lawmakers could not come together on House Bill 5284. A conference committee was created and they made File No. 271 as its replacement. Recently, it was moved through the committee and is being passed along to the House.  File No. 271 would help Connecticut have an entirely different plan for how wagering is […]

Zach Wolpin 26 Apr 2024
FanDuel replaces GamebetDC to become the primary sports gambling app for Washington D.C.

On April 15, 2024, FanDuel made its debut as the primary sports betting app in Washington D.C., replacing GamebetDC. FanDuel is one of the largest and most profitable sports gambling apps in the United States. It was a no-brainer for Washington D.C. to move on from GamebetDC and get a serious upgrade.  The Office of […]

Zach Wolpin 26 Apr 2024
North Carolina generated a betting handle of $659 million in their first month as a sports gambling state

On March 11, 2024, Sports Gambling became legal in North Carolina. Per the North Carolina State Lottery Commission, they reported a betting handle of $659 million from March 11 - March 31. Sports Gambling was booming in March for North Carolina.  That’s in large part due to March Madness taking over the sports gambling market […]

Zach Wolpin 26 Apr 2024