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DraftKings Has An Outsized Market Share In Massachusetts. Here’s Why

DraftKings is by far Massachusetts' favorite sportsbook. But why? We look at the numbers behind the hometown favorite.

Posted on: November 2, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

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Self-Exclusion In Massachusetts Increases 12% During Fiscal Year 2022-23

The number of Massachusetts gamblers who put themselves on the self-exclusion list increased by 12% during the 2023 fiscal year.

Posted on: October 25, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

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Encore Boston Harbor Slot Attendants Vote To Join Union

The 57 slot machine attendants at Encore Boston Harbor voted to join a union that represents hospitality workers in Massachusetts.

Posted on: October 24, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

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MA Casinos Generate 2.35% Of Total U.S. Gambling Tax Revenue

The Bay State's three casinos generated $317.3 million in tax revenue. That number represents 2.35% of all U.S. commercial casino taxes.

Posted on: October 13, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

Still No Timeline For Bally Bet Massachusetts Launch

There are eight online sportsbooks in Massachusetts right now. Bally Bet will be the ninth, a the launch date is still up in the air.

Posted on: October 12, 2023 | | Steve Schult

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New York Banned Certain DFS Games. Could Massachusetts Be Next?

Certain DFS games are now illegal in New York. Here's how likely it is Massachusetts follows the Empire State's lead.

Posted on: October 11, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

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Top 5 Most Influential People in Massachusetts Gaming

PlayMA contributor Dan Holmes breaks down the five most influential people in the Massachusetts gaming industry.

Posted on: October 5, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

MA Operators Handle More Than $300 Million Sports Bets In August

Massachusetts online sportsbook rebounded in August with $307.1 million in total bets, nearly a $20 million uptick from July's totals.

Posted on: September 15, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Gaming Expert Isn’t Surprised After Six Months Of MA Sports Betting

The dust is starting to settle and Massachusetts gamblers have had six months to bet on sports. However, according to one gaming expert, the industry is shaking out just as most believed it would. PlayMA spoke with Jed M. Nosal, a partner in the Womble Bond Dickinson law firm’s Business Litigation Practice Group. Nosal’s focus lies […]

Posted on: September 7, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

The MGC will interview applicants for the interim executive director position on Monday, from playma.com

MGC Interviewing Interim Executive Director Candidates Monday

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission will continue its search for an interim executive director with applicant interviews on Monday.

Posted on: July 6, 2023 | | Connor Grootenhuis

Massachusetts

DraftKings Has An Outsized Market Share In Massachusetts. Here’s Why

Self-Exclusion In Massachusetts Increases 12% During Fiscal Year 2022-23

Encore Boston Harbor Slot Attendants Vote To Join Union

MA Casinos Generate 2.35% Of Total U.S. Gambling Tax Revenue

Still No Timeline For Bally Bet Massachusetts Launch

New York Banned Certain DFS Games. Could Massachusetts Be Next?

Top 5 Most Influential People in Massachusetts Gaming

MA Operators Handle More Than $300 Million Sports Bets In August

Gaming Expert Isn’t Surprised After Six Months Of MA Sports Betting

MGC Interviewing Interim Executive Director Candidates Monday

Expert: Massachusetts Will Move ‘Slowly’ To Legalize Online Casinos

Kevin Garnett: From NBA Superstar To BetMGM Sports Betting Icon

PlayMA Projects 5% Market Share For Fanatics In MA, Far Behind DraftKings & FanDuel

Online Lottery ‘Probably Inevitable’ In Massachusetts, Says Industry Expert

MA Bettors Bet 13% More On Celtics Game 7 Than Any Other 2023 NBA Game

ESPN BET’s Hot Start Should Help PENN Gain Market Share In Massachusetts

No Indication Massachusetts Will Ban Sweepstakes Casinos

October Casino Revenue In Massachusetts Ticks Up To Nearly $97 Million

October Marks The Busiest Month In Massachusetts Sports Betting History

As One MA Casino Eyes Cashless System, Will The Other Two Follow Suit?