The Hidden Economy of Sweepstakes Casinos: Winners, Losers, and What’s at Stake

Sweepstakes casinos now generate up to $11 billion a year, booming thanks to legal loopholes—but growing lawsuits and new state bans mean the industry’s future is under more scrutiny than ever.

NCPG Opposes Court's Decision to Hand 1-800-GAMBLER Hotline to New Jersey Council

The NCPG aims to appeal the Superior Court’s decision granting CCGNJ sole ownership and control over 1-800-GAMBLER, effective September 29, 2025.

VGW Rolls Out New Spending Limits for High-Stakes Players

VGW imposes new spending limits for high-stakes users as it tries to rebuild its brand as a safe and entertainment-first sweepstakes casino.

Responsible Gambling in Focus: AGA Reports U.S. Awareness Growth, GambleAware Pushes for U.K. Ad Reforms

A new AGA survey shows strong U.S. awareness and support for responsible gaming tools, as GambleAware urges tighter ad rules.

Can Sweepstakes Casinos Survive 2026? Predictions for a Changing Industry

Sweepstakes casinos face new bans, intense legal scrutiny, and rapid market change—2026 may see the industry shrink, regulate, and reinvent itself to survive.

How Sweepstakes Casinos Blur the Line Between Entertainment and Gambling

Although sweepstakes casino games are fun and entertaining, it also raises some questions about the risks to players.

The Rise and Regulation of Sweepstakes Casinos: How a Loophole Changed Online Gaming

A billion-dollar sweepstakes casino boom is now facing sweeping new laws that could rewrite America’s online gaming future.

Ruby Sweeps Pulls the Plug in California

Ruby Sweeps has become the latest top sweepstakes casino to exit the California market

Dara Casino Joins Growing List of Sweeps Sites Leaving California

Dara Casino becomes the latest sweepstakes site to pull out of California

California’s Journey to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos: AB 831 Awaits the Governor’s Signature

California’s bid to ban sweepstakes casinos moves forward as AB 831 awaits the governor’s signature

New Arrival: Crash Duel Takes Aim at Sweeps Leaders with Fresh Offers

Crash Duel is now live, offering over 1,000 games and a 100% first deposit bonus for new players.

MGCB’s ‘Mini Me’ Campaign Honored with Platinum dotCOMM Award

The Michigan Gaming Control Board received the 2025 Platinum dotCOMM Award for its impactful ‘Mini Me’ commercial, part of the ongoing ‘Don’t Regret the Bet’ initiative.

California Takes Aim at Thrillzz: Lawsuit Alleges Unlicensed Sports Betting Operation

California has filed a lawsuit against Thrillzz, accusing the platform of running an unlicensed sports betting operation.

Sidepot Withdraws from Arizona Due to Increased Oversight

Sidepot is now out of the Arizona market due to increasing regulatory pressure.

Carnival Citi Exits California Amid Regulatory Concerns

Carnival Citi exits California ahead of AB 831, which would ban sweepstakes casinos statewide

ClubWPT Gold is Removing Gold Coins- Will Its Flip Save Sweeps Model?

ClubWPT Gold has ended its Gold Coins and dual-currency system, shifting to a new model of Hand Analysis credits and chips.

Governor’s Veto Halts Louisiana Sweepstakes Casino Ban—No Veto Overide Expected

Governor Jeff Landry vetoes sweepstakes casino ban bill, giving more time to operators to plan accordingly.

Michigan Orders Eight Unlicensed Online Casinos to Shut Down

State crackdown forces eight unlicensed online casinos offline; sweepstakes casinos remain illegal.