Gaming America: The Week on Wednesday
The Week on Wednesday: March 29, 2023
Here is what happened in the Americas gaming market in the past week:
Nevada’s February gaming revenue reaches $1.24bn
Nevada’s gaming licensees have reported a total “gaming win” of $1.24bn for the month of February 2023, the highest February figure recorded by the Gaming Control Board. For 24 months in a row, the Silver State has posted gaming revenue over the $1bn threshold. Clark county accounted for just over $1bn of the state’s total revenue, with the Las Vegas Strip making up $712.5m of Clark County’s total. Clark County’s overall figure was up 13.8%, while the Strip’s revenue rose 18.9% from last year. Read the full article here.
AGA enhances college-aged protections for sports betting
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has updated its Responsible Marketing Code for Sports Wagering. AGA members collaborated to develop a list of updates to the current code. The updated version includes age restrictions for ad campaigns that are limited to audiences who are 21 and older, as well as conditions that ban the use of all “risk free” advertising. The code amendments also “prohibit college partnerships that promote, market or advertise sports wagering activity,” with an exception for alumni networks and to RG initiatives or problem gambling awareness content. Read the full article here.
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NFL stadium sportsbooks to stay open on game days
The National Football League (NFL) recently voted that physical #sportsbooks within its stadiums can remain open for operation on game days. According to the Athletic, this change will be effective as of the 2023 season. States with legalized sports betting are affected, bringing that total to 33 (and counting) plus Washington DC. Out of 32 NFL franchises, 17 are also included, though the Washington Commanders is the only team with a sportsbook right inside its stadium. Read the full article here.
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Commercial gaming in 2023
We take a deep dive into the American Gaming Association 's Commercial Revenue Tracker, which shows that, for US commercial gaming, breaking records has become a habit. Read the full article here.
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