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PlayNJ.com: More records fall as sportsbooks handle $1.3 billion in October

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New Jersey’s online and retail sportsbooks set another U.S. record by handling $1.3 billion in wagers in October, which led to record revenue, too. Meanwhile, online casinos posted another record month, which made New Jersey along with Pennsylvania the first states to generate $1 billion in annual gross revenue from online casino betting, according to PlayNJ, which tracks gaming developments in the state.

“Five weekends in October meant an unusual amount of NFL and college football to bet on, and plenty of free time for gamblers to visit Atlantic City, making fresh records inevitable,” said David Danzis, an analyst for PlayNJ.com. “But what will have a longer-lasting effect is if the market for sports betting and online gambling continues to expand while Atlantic City continues to recover following the pandemic. That combination is producing some jaw-dropping results.”

New Jersey’s online and retail sportsbooks drew $1.3 billion in bets in October, easily topping September’s record handle of $1.01 billion by 28.9%, according to official reporting released Wednesday. October’s betting volume was up 62.3% from the $803.1 million generated in October 2020.

The high betting volume led to a new record in gross gaming revenue, too. Sportsbooks won $84.2 million in October, up 43.8% from $58.5 million in October 2020 and up 2.1% from $82.4 million in September. October’s revenue topped the previous record of $82.6 million set in January and yielded $12.7 million in state taxes. 

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Five full weekends of NFL and college football were a boon for sportsbooks, boosting football betting to $499.0 million in October from $400.8 million in September. The start of the NBA season helped pour another $156.9 million into sportsbooks from basketball and baseball’s postseason ($127.1 million) and spurred significant action, too.

“With so much to bet on in October, state records for wagering are falling in every major legal sports betting market in the U.S.,” said Eric Ramsey, an analyst for the PlayUSA.com Network, which includes PlayNJ.com. “New Jersey separates itself because bettor enthusiasm for the NBA outstrips most every other market, which pushes its ceiling during a month like October to heights that were once unreachable in the U.S.”

Online sportsbooks took in $1.2 billion in wagers, accounting for 90.5% of the state’s handle in October. FanDuel/PointsBet/SuperBook continued their dominance of the online market with $39.6 million in gross revenue, up from $36.6 million in September. 

The leaders were followed in revenue by:

  • Resorts Digital/DraftKings/Fox Bet ($15.9 million, up from $13.2 million in September)
  • Borgata/BetMGM ($7.8 million, down from $10.8 million)
  • Freehold/Barstool/PlayUp ($6.8 million, up from $4.1 million)
  • Monmouth/Caesars/SugarHouse/TheScore ($3.1 million, up from $1.8 million)
  • Tropicana/Caesars ($2.1 million, down from $3.0 million)
  • Hard Rock/Bet365/Unibet ($917,007, down from $1.6 million)
  • Caesars Sportsbook/888sport/WynnBet ($446,124, up from -$568,675)
  • Ocean Casino/Caesars/Tipico ($284,834, down from $653,322)
  • Golden Nugget/BetAmerica/Betway ($54,659, up from -$70,405)

Retail sportsbooks set a record, too, with $124.2 million in October, up from $92.7 million in wagers in September. Meadowlands/FanDuel led the retail market with $4.5 million in revenue.

“More than just a growing base of bettors, online sportsbooks are expanding their reach with in-game betting and prop bets,” Ramsey said. “The result is that bettors are placing more wagers as they become more comfortable with that kind of action.”

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Online casinos and poker

New Jersey joined Pennsylvania as the first U.S. states to take in more than $1 billion in gross gaming revenue from online casinos and poker rooms in a single year with a record $127.0 million in October. That topped the previous record of $122.6 million set just last month, and was up 35.9% from $93.5 million in October 2020.

Online casinos and poker rooms have now generated $1.1 billion in revenue for the year, easily reaching $1 billion in annual revenue for the first time. Pennsylvania ($1.05 billion) also went over the $1 billion mark for the year after announcing its October gaming data on Wednesday.

“The rise in revenue in all forms shows that each pillar of the state’s gaming industry is benefiting from a rising tide,” Danzis said. “Online gambling has continued to grow since launch, but annual revenue has more than tripled since sports betting launched in 2018. As impressive as $1.1 billion in revenue in 10 months is, it might not have gotten there so soon without the legalization of online sports betting.”

Other highlights from October’s report:

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  • Online casinos and poker generated $4.1 million in revenue per day over the 31 days of October, up from $3.0 million per day in October 2020, though down from $4.2 million per day in September.
  • The revenue from online casinos and poker rooms yielded $19.05 million in state and local taxes.
  • Borgata/BetMGM led the market with $38.8 million in casino and poker revenue in October. Rival Golden Nugget was second with $34.5 million in revenue. Resorts Atlantic City was third with $29.3 million.
  • Online casino games generated $124.6 million of October’s revenue, up 37.0% from $90.9 million in October 2020. Online poker generated the remaining $2.4 million in revenue, down 3.4% from $2.5 million in October 2020.
For more information and analysis on regulated gaming industry, visit PlayNJ.com/news.
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High Roller Submits Gaming License Application in Ontario

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High Roller Technologies, operator of the premium online casino brands High Roller and Fruta, announced the submission of its Internet Gaming Operator license application in Ontario, Canada, targeting the launch of its flagship brand HighRoller.com in the second half of 2025.

“The submission of our licensing application to access Ontario’s regulated online gambling market is an important milestone in our Company’s journey. Once our application is approved, we anticipate that we will have the opportunity to launch our online casino product into the market later this year,” said Ben Clemes, Chief Executive Officer at High Roller.

Ontario is one of the largest regulated online gambling markets in the world as measured by gross gaming revenue. In 2024, regulated online gambling operators within the province generated approximately $2.3B in gross gaming revenue, and growth continues to be recorded in the first half of 2025. Recently, the province of Alberta passed enabling legislation to establish a regulatory framework for online gambling. Once available, the Company also intends to pursue licensure in Alberta to expand its regulated market footprint in Canada.

“Ontario is missing an elegant brand like High Roller. We’re excited to roll out the red carpet for our new customers, and we’re looking forward to showcasing our tremendous product,” said Clemes.

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IAGR announces program for IAGR2025 conference in Toronto

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The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has released the program for its upcoming annual conference, to be held in Toronto from 20-23 October.

With the theme ‘Resilient regulation: Exploring what works, why and what’s next’, the event brings together global regulators and thought leaders to examine how regulatory frameworks can evolve to meet today’s challenges.

The four-day program explores timely issues, including the rise of AI and behavioural analytics, the impact of converging technologies, cross-border collaboration and the continued push to strengthen responsible gambling policies.

IAGR President Ben Haden said the program offers a strong preview of the content and conversations delegates can expect in Toronto.

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‘This year’s program showcases the breadth and complexity of the challenges facing gambling regulators worldwide, from protecting player wellbeing to tackling illegal markets and understanding new technologies,’ Haden said.

‘I encourage regulators, researchers and policy professionals from around the world to join us in Toronto. The conference is a space to learn, share experience, challenge assumptions and shape the future of effective, collaborative regulation.’

Confirmed speakers and panellists include:

  • Andrew Rhodes, CEO, Gambling Commission, Great Britain
  • Anders Dorph, Director, Danish Gambling Authority, Denmark
  • Dr Karin Schnarr, CEO and Registrar, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, Canada
  • Mark Vander Linden, Director of Research and Responsible Gaming and Carrie Torrisi, Chief of Sports Wagering Division, Massachusetts Gaming Commission, United States
  • Bashir Are, CEO, Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, Nigeria
  • Teo Chun Ching, Chief Executive, Gambling Regulatory Authority, Singapore
  • Ladipo Abiose Akolade, Founder, GamblePause Initiative Africa, Nigeria
  • Rasmus Kjaergaard, CEO, Mindway AI, Denmark
  • Tracy Parker, Senior Vice President, Accreditation, Advisory and Insights, Responsible Gambling Council, Canada
  • Pedro Romero, Chief of Safer Gambling Partnerships, BetBlocker, Gibraltar
  • Sonia Wasowska, Head of Supervision, General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, United Arab Emirates
  • Steven Blackburn, Partner, Ashurst Risk Advisory, Australia

The event will be held at The Westin Harbour Castle on Toronto’s waterfront.

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Edmonton Elks, Play Alberta Connect on New Partnership

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Home field advantage has a new name, as the Edmonton Elks announced that Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is now the home of the Elks.

The field naming rights are part of a broader multi-year agreement between Play Alberta and the EE, making Play Alberta the official sports betting partner of the Club.

“We couldn’t be more excited to expand our partnership with Play Alberta. This partnership is about more than just putting a name on the field – it’s about building something meaningful for our fans and our community. Play Alberta is an Alberta-based organization that shares our values and our commitment to giving back. Together, we’re creating new ways for fans to connect with our team and experience the game day atmosphere in a whole new way,” said Elks President and CEO Chris Morris.

The expanded relationship between the Elks and Play Alberta will allow the game day experience to continue to grow. Fans can look forward to unique activations and promotions around the stadium, including the chance to win game tickets and memorabilia.

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“Since Play Alberta’s launch five years ago, our team has made it a priority to connect with the communities where our players live and work. We are very excited to join the Edmonton Elks on the field on game days during upcoming CFL seasons. Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium allows us to partner with the Elks and showcase two brands built for Albertans in a historic Edmonton location,” said Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Chief Executive Officer Kandice Machado.

The Elks open their 76th season on Saturday, June 7 in Vancouver when they take on the B.C. Lions. Edmonton’s home opener at Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is slated for Thursday, June 19 against the Montreal Alouettes.

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