Wyoming

News & Analysis

Crypto Cowboys: Wyoming Wants To Be Pioneer On Virtual Currency Wagering

With an economy based largely on cattle, oil and mining, policymakers in Wyoming have grabbed the attention of gaming operators, attorneys and payment processors after becoming the first state to regulate the use of cryptocurrency for wagering on sporting events.

Tribal Casinos Rapidly Expanding Into Sports-Betting Market

After taking a cautious approach following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision three years ago to overturn the federal ban on sports wagering, Indian tribes are now rapidly expanding into the market and driving the debate over the future of sports betting in the U.S.

News In Brief: August 30-September 3, 2021

The UK Gambling Commission appoints its new chair, IGT wins European legal case, Bet MGM secures Puerto Rico partnership and India's Dream11 seeks another major funding round.

U.S. Gaming Industry Embraces Digital Payments, Cautious Of Cryptocurrency

The U.S. gaming industry’s acceptance of cryptocurrency is still a long way off, but as other consumer industries adopt its use, payment industry executives believe regulators will eventually approve new regulations allowing operators to accept these new forms of currency.

Virginia Is Not For Lovers Of Skill-Based Games

Despite business owners calling a new state-wide ban on skill-based gaming devices discriminatory and a violation of the state’s human rights laws, a Virginia judge has denied their request for an injunction that would allow them to continue to operate the machines at their locations.

Research & Reports

U.S. Sports Betting Partnership Tracker

This expanded report tracks partnerships signed by casinos, sportsbook operators, tech providers, leagues and media companies since the U.S. Supreme Court ruling of May 2018 and surveys the market landscape for online sports betting and internet gaming in 18 key states, including New York, Arizona and Louisiana.

U.S. Internet Gambling Overview

This report outlines the current legal and regulatory framework for different forms of internet gambling at the federal and state level, provides analysis of recent legislative actions and identifies key bills and regulatory trends to watch in the coming months.

HR 2267 - Frank Bill Amendments

Domestic interests – including state lotteries and Indian tribes – were strengthened by amendments added to Rep. Barney Frank's bill to regulate online gambling in the United States, which was approved by the House Financial Services committee this week.

Data & Forecasts

Market Monitor: U.S. Sports Betting

This monthly report benchmarks key data from the emerging, highly-prized U.S. sports betting sector, projected to be worth $12bn-17bn in annual GGR by 2025. State-specific handle, gross revenue and gross margin figures are accompanied by online market shares by license holder and associated brand(s).

Wyoming - Annual Lottery Report - FY2015 to FY2020

Latest Annual Report data from the Wyoming Lottery. The data released for the state lottery contains the following information: Net sales per game, prizes, retailer commissions, gaming vendor fees, net ordinary income and sales by county. There are approximately 100 data points in this document.

Wyoming - Pari-Mutuel Wagering Report - 2001 to 2018

Latest annual data from the Wyoming Pari-Mutuel Commission. The data released for the state contains the following information: Racing days, total handle, average daily handle, amount returned to the public and distributions for live racing and simulcast racing. There are approximately 320 data points in this document.

United States - American Gaming Association Report - 1994 to 2012

Latest Annual State of the States Report data from the American Gaming Association (AGA). The data released for the country contains the following information: A breakdown of casinos by state, consumer spending on commercial casinos by state, quantity of casino jobs by state, commercial casino wages, consumer spending on racinos, commerical casino and racino detail by state, quantity of gaming machines by state and a comparison of Nevada and New Jersey poker revenue. There are approximately 4,175 data points in this document.