The Virginia Lottery has announced that PointsBet, in partnership with the Colonial Downs racetrack, has been granted a temporary license to offer sports wagering to those in Virginia. That means soon anyone visiting Virginia of legal gambling age will be able to download the PointsBet Sportsbook App and start placing wagers.
As of 9 AM on Saturday, January 8th, 2022, the online gambling gates opened wide for New York sports bettors. After a lengthy legislative process, the masses were finally able to take to their computers and mobile devices to place exciting bets. And, despite being the most recent state to legalize gambling, New York may already be the biggest sports betting market across the entire USA!
The bill to legalize online sports betting in New York State passed in November 2021. However, no legal online betting has taken place in the state since. Logistical issues have delayed the launch of this brand new market. However, the good news for residents of NY is that it seems things are finally ready for the launch. Bettors and operators are now anticipating a launch in the coming weeks. That’ll be just in time for online sports betting to be live for the Super Bowl.
Arizona joined the long list of states in the US to break a sports betting record in 2021. The state handled more than any other state had in its second month when it took $486.1 million in October. This added to the strong opening in its first month of September.
Online sports betting is becoming more and more popular, and Michigan’s betting handle only proves this trend. Michigan sportsbooks handled a record wagering amount through some of BestAppBet’s top-rated sportsbooks. $478.3 million, to be exact. This is not only a huge number but a massive proportion of the state’s whole gambling handle. Online sports betting is clearly the most popular way to wager in MI.
The AFC is much tighter than the NFC coming into the last few weeks of the season. Many teams could still make the playoffs, and there are lots of divisional games where seasons could be decided. It’s going to be an exciting time for fans and sports bettors alike.
The NFL season is concluding, and as usual, it’s going to have some thrilling games. For fans of the teams still desperately playing for the playoffs, it can be a heart-wrenching experience. For bettors, the high stakes can make predicting games a little bit tricky.
MD is getting closer to launching legal sports betting. Five casinos with plans to launch retail sportsbooks have been given the go-ahead for a soft launch soon in Maryland. The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) has named several locations where this test of its sports betting laws will take place.
Online sports betting in New York is edging closer to legalization, following the release of the New York State Register. The State Register contains all the information on potential new state regulations for the public and companies to read. This release marks a significant step towards legalizing online sports betting, but obstacles still have to be overcome.
Betway Sportsbook has signed a deal with the New Jersey Devil NHL team that is expected to last for multiple years. The partnership will see exclusive rights surrounding the team’s games go to the sportsbook for the coming NHL season.
