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Licensing Requirements for New US Casinos

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When it comes to new online casinos, the situation of sites operating in the United States is a unique one.

Whilst globally renowned as a force in casino games and gambling, the US continues to impose strict restrictions when it comes to gambling both online and offline. In fact, the practice is only legal in a handful of states such as Nevada, Delaware and New Jersey.

In this article, we will take a look at licensing requirements for new US casinos, assessing how newcomers to the American online casino game go about securing a license to operate in the US.

Let’s get started with a look at the current legal situation of gambling in the United States.

Online gambling in the United States of America: The Current Legal Situation

Across the United States, the majority of forms of betting and gambling are illegal thanks to the Federal Wire Act. In recent times however, many campaigners and lobbyists for the gambling business have gained newfound hope of imminent legalization across the board.

A 2018 Supreme Court decision overturned a 1992 decision to outlaw sports betting across the nation, potentially opening the door just a tiny bit to the industry. Indeed, the fact that illegal bookmakers and card games throughout the USA are worth hundreds of billions of dollars per year makes this eventuality a seeming certainty.

With that said, for all of the noise around the legalization of gambling, there remains to be any real progress made on the legislative level.

How do new US casinos obtain a license?

For newcomers to the online casino game looking to operate in the United States, the route is a fairly simple one to understand, if not necessarily to follow through on.

Simply, three states have a legalized and regulated online gambling systems in place. These are Nevada, New Jersey and Delaware. Both California and Pennsylvania remain in discussions to legalize online gambling, yet this may take years to finalize.

Playing at online casino sites with a license in the US important for player safety. Sites such as this UK reviews website provide quality information on licensing for many online casino sites.

For new US casinos, obtaining a licensing in one of the states that offer them is of paramount importance. Let’s take a closer look at how these three states regulate gambling and provide licenses to prospective casino sites.

Licensing Requirements in Nevada

As home to Las Vegas, Nevada is well known to be a gambling mecca across the globe. Yet few people know that the Nevada Gaming Commission and the Nevada Gaming Control Board also regulate online gambling in the state, which has been legal since 2013.

At present, these regulatory bodies only allow casinos with a Nevada license to provide games to players within Nevada. Online sites with a Nevada license include Bovada.

Licensing Requirements in New Jersey

In New Jersey, the story is similar to that of Nevada. Since 2012, the state has offered it’s residents access to a wide range of new US casino sites offering everything from card games to slots and more.

Naturally, only players from NJ are able to access these sites, which include big names such as Bwin and 888.

Licensing Requirements in Delaware

Delaware is known as a progressive, small state in the US northeast. Having legalized online gambling in 2012, the state provides residents with access to a quality selection of new US casinos.

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INCENTIVE GAMES SECURES ONTARIO GAMING LICENSE

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Incentive Games, a leading B2B games provider, is proud to announce that it has been awarded an Ontario Gaming License by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), effective today. This achievement enables the company to offer its portfolio of real-money games to licensed operators and players across the province.

The license underscores the Incentive Games’ commitment to meeting the highest standards of compliance, security, and operational excellence. The rigorous application process demands robust security protocols and comprehensive responsible gaming measures and affirms the company’s readiness to enter one of Canada’s most dynamic iGaming markets.

The North American market is a strategic focus for Incentive Games, and this milestone follows closely on the heels of the company receiving its Provisional Michigan gaming licence from the Michigan Gaming Control Board earlier this month.

Incentive Games will distribute its real-money gaming content in Ontario through Incentive Studios, the company’s dedicated Real-Money Gaming division, ensuring a focused and tailored approach to the market.

“Ontario represents a huge opportunity for us, and securing this license is a proud moment for the whole team,” said John Gordon, Chief Executive Officer at Incentive Games. “It reinforces our dedication to meeting the highest standards while delivering compelling real-money content. We’re looking forward to building strong relationships in the region and continuing our momentum across regulated markets worldwide.”

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AGLC Announces New Board Chair

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Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) has announced the appointment of Larry Spagnolo as the new Board Chair, effective August 15, 2025. This announcement follows the official Order in Council issued by the Alberta Government and marks a new chapter in AGLC’s ongoing commitment to support communities, encourage responsible choices and position Alberta as the best place to do business.

Larry brings a wealth of experience in technology and business leadership to the AGLC Board and will play an integral role in guiding AGLC’s strategic direction. He is currently serving as VP and GM of Emerson’s SaaS SCADA business and has held senior roles at Zedi and Telus, driving innovation, growth, and global success.

A strong advocate for education and community, Larry serves as Vice Chair of Athabasca University’s Board of Governors and has held board roles with NAIT and Polytechnics Canada. He was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his community contributions.

AGLC and the Board of Directors extend their heartfelt thanks to Len Rhodes for his leadership and dedication as Board Chair since August 2019. He decided not to seek a third term and will continue to serve in this role until August 14, 2025. Len led AGLC through some significant milestones, including reducing red tape by 51%, growth of the emerging cannabis industry and ensuring AGLC delivered a balanced approach to business development, social responsibility, and regulatory oversight.

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Pinnacle Ontario live with CasinoEngine in North America debut

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EveryMatrix has expanded its partnership with tier-1 operator Pinnacle powering its new casino in Ontario, Canada, using CasinoEngine platform technology – the first time its platform solution has gone live in North America. 

The latest agreement builds on the two companies’ previous collaboration that saw EveryMatrix’s CasinoEngine productivity platform power the well-known brand’s global casino offering.

The new launch takes the relationship to North America, marking EveryMatrix’s debut CasinoEngine platform integration in that market.

BonusEngine, EveryMatrix’s cross-vertical bonusing tool will be integrated in the second phase of launch. This will equip Pinnacle Ontario with a host of bonus types as well as AI-powered bonus abuse solution Bonus Guardian.

BonusEngine is the first of multiple engagement tools from EveryMatrix’s EngageSuite that Pinnacle plans to integrate.

With this comprehensive toolkit at its disposal, and the opportunity to add even more casino products in the future, Pinnacle Ontario can tailor campaigns, segment audiences, and reward players more effectively, creating a world-class digital entertainment experience for its customers.

EveryMatrix has more than 300 global customers and holds North American licences in Ontario, New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia, Connecticut and Pennsylvania.

Stian Enger Petersen, CEO, Casino, EveryMatrix, said: “This launch marks a key milestone for EveryMatrix as we bring our market-leading CasinoEngine platform to Canada for the first time.

“We’re delighted to expand our partnership with Pinnacle and support their ambitions in Ontario with a powerful combination of platform, content, and engagement tools that are proven to drive success.”

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