We have Illinois gambling news and stories from Nevada! The state of Illinois made a surprise move when their senate passed an online gambling and fantasy sports bill! And Nevada Electronic Sports (eSports) betting will be legal and regulated starting July 1st! Illinois bettors plunked down more than $305 million on sports contests during September, which was just the third full month the industry has been live in the state. That easily tops the Hoosier handle of about $208 million in September and $231 million in October. The Illinois Gaming Board released the September report on Friday, but it has…

[three_fifth padding=”0 15px 0 15px”] [/three_fifth]This week in gambling, we’re looking at Sheldon Adelson’s failed crusade against online gambling. This includes states pursuing i-gaming regulations and his competition launching real money gambling websites. Plus, we’ve not even mentioned his hypocrisy and internal problems! This week’s special offer is from Casino City!

[three_fifth padding=”0 15px 0 15px”] [/three_fifth]Players have been anticipating the rumored merger between fantasy sports giants DraftKings and FanDuel for many months. Now, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission may throw a wrench into the deal. Also, there is fantasy news from Germany. This week’s special offer is from bet365 Poker, where you can get a €100 bonus and Tournament Tickets Worth €5 free!

A new challenge to Pennsylvania online gambling has emerged in an effort to criminalize the activity. However, there are six other states trying to pass legislation to regulate online gambling! Also, gambling industry news from Colombia and the UK. Aruze Gaming America announces that the Gaming Control Board has approved the company’s Pennsylvania online gambling application. This licensure allows the Las Vegas-based game manufacturer to provide its Class III gambling equipment across the Pennsylvania commercial market. These innovative products include the award-winning Muso Triple-27 cabinet, a top performer on a leading industry report for the past 7 months. The Muso…

[three_fifth padding=”0 15px 0 15px”] [/three_fifth]Now that Jeff Sessions has been confirmed as U.S. Attorney General, we can certainly expect the Department of Justice to “revisit” the Federal Wire Act. And if their opinion of the Wire Act changes, all online gambling in the United States could be shut down. This week’s special offer comes from Slotastic and the Grande Vegas online casino!

[three_fifth padding=”0 15px 0 15px”] [/three_fifth]This week’s news includes the state of New Jersey asking US President Trump to help their online gambling industry! Also, Antigua would like Trump to end their decade-long fight with America over Internet betting! And there is trouble in Canada where players have sued the Atlantic Lottery! This week’s special offer is from America’s Card Room!