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Gambling News - 'Sweepstakes'
Legal
December 17, 2024
VGW Prevails in Georgia Court Case, but Other Lawsuits Remain
In a significant legal victory for VGW Holdings, a popular player in the US sweepstakes sector, the Georgia Northern District Court has dismissed a class action lawsuit against the operator. Fair Gaming Advocates, an advocacy group for players’ rights, alleged that VGW’s gaming platforms violated state regulations. However, Judge Thomas Thrash has now ruled the […]
Industry
December 10, 2024
Sweepstakes Continue to Expand amid Intensifying Oversight
For several years, sweepstakes casinos have continued to capture the attention of players across the United States. While online gambling such as slots or other casino games is available only in seven US states, sweepstakes are widely spread across the country with the prime reason being the lack of regulation. Operating in a grey area, […]
Legal
December 6, 2024
VGW, Apple, and Google Face Illegal Gambling Lawsuit in NY
A group of people has sued VGW Apple, and Google in New York’s Southern District Court. They accuse these companies of running or backing illegal gambling operations. Class Action Claims VGW’s Apps Turn Devices Into Gambling Machines The lawsuit, filed on December 3, claims that VGW’s platforms — Chumba Casino, LuckyLand Slots, and Global Poker […]

Industry
December 3, 2024
Millions of Americans Use Sweepstakes Resembling iGaming
There are only seven states that offer legal online casino gambling in the United States. Although the expansion of the activity is expected to resume in 2025, as predicted by DraftKings CEO Jason Robins recently, so far, iGaming is limited to a handful of markets, especially when compared to sports betting. While online casino gambling […]

Legal
December 3, 2024
RICO Lawsuit Targets Apple, Google Due to Sweepstakes Casino Games
A new class action lawsuit named two tech giants defendants, along with a list of sweepstakes operators, accusing the companies of facilitating illegal online gambling and seeking recovery of money lost. New Class Action Lawsuit Targets Four Sweepstakes Operators That is the case for a new lawsuit filed by Julian Bargo, naming industry giants Google […]

Industry
November 20, 2024
Sweepstakes Operator Legendz Hits the US, Launches in 43 States
Despite the pushback against sweepstakes in the US, major companies continue to eye the lucrative American market. The latest sweepstakes casino operator to join the fray is Legendz Social Casino & Sportsbook, which will offer its products in a whopping 43 states. Legendz Will Be Available to Millions of Americans As mentioned, Legendz’s products will […]

Business
November 18, 2024
Sweepstakes Giant VGW Names Industry Specialist Angus Tiet as CFO
Sweepstakes giant Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW) has named gaming industry powerhouse Angus Tiet as its new chief financial officer. A seasoned veteran, Tiet will empower the company with his robust experience, allowing it to continue growing amid growing regulatory challenges in the US. A Seasoned Veteran Joins the VGW Family As the new CFO of […]
Industry
November 11, 2024
California Man Takes Sweepstakes Operator to Court
A Californian class action specialist has filed a lawsuit against a sweepstakes operator, arguing that its products constitute illegal gambling. As the pushback against the sweepstakes sector continues, the legal expert hopes to get the company banned in California. Pulze Gaslit Users The lawsuit was filed by Smith Krivoshey on behalf of Dennis Boyle and […]
Legal
November 4, 2024
Connecticut Resident Takes VGW to Court over “Unpermitted Techniques”
As the wider crackdown on the US sweepstakes sector continues, individuals continue to seek restitution for the money they spent on what regulators call “illegal gambling” or damages because of alleged underhanded tactics. In a recent lawsuit in Connecticut, a resident complained that one such platform took his money while inducing him to continue playing. […]
Industry
November 4, 2024
Sweepstakes Increase Gambling Risks Among Younger People, Expert
Only several states across the United States currently offer legal online casino gambling. In contrast, while legal iGaming is yet to pick up speed, sweepstakes are available in most states, offering entertainment that is quite similar to online casino games. Despite the legal ambiguity when it comes to sweepstakes, lawmakers are yet to take meaningful […]