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Ep 544: Black Tuesday for Sweeps as Louisiana Veto Backfires and NY Passes Bill


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Last week brought significant challenges for unregulated sweepstakes gaming in the US. Tune into iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, as Managing Editor Jessica Welman and Media Manager Charlie Horner break down the latest wave of negative actions impacting sweepstakes operators and why suppliers should be very concerned.

Discover how the New York legislature passed an anti-sweepstakes gaming bill, making it illegal to supply sweepstakes casino operators with operations in the state, including affiliates, marketing teams, and payment processors. This move forces suppliers to choose between regulated and unregulated markets and could have "significant ramifications".

We also delve into Louisiana's complex situation, where Governor Jeff Landry vetoed an anti-sweepstakes bill, asserting existing laws are sufficient. However, the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) subsequently sent out cease and desist letters to sweepstakes sites, demonstrating their enforcement capabilities.

Learn about the ongoing challenges in Mississippi, where despite cease and desist orders, some operators have remained active, raising questions about regulators' sway. Plus, hear insights on how Mississippi's retail-only sports betting market affects offshore operators' decisions.

Finally, we discuss the potentially "huge" development in California, where a bill largely replicating New York's supplier language is being proposed by a group of tribes, including CIGA. This could be a major blow to North American affiliates, whose "bread and butter" has recently become Texas, California, and Georgia sweeps.

Hosts: Jessica Welman & Charlie Horner
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

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