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New Jersey Sportsbooks Make History With $668 Million August, According to PlayNJ

New Jersey’s sportsbooks used the return of major sports to catapult to the best month in the history of any legal jurisdiction. And in generating nearly $670 million in August wagers, New Jersey surpassed $8 billion in sports bets since launching in June 2018 and again staked its position as the largest and most dependable U.S. market, according to PlayNJ.
“A full schedule of baseball, basketball, and hockey was enough to unleash an avalanche of pent-up demand,” said Dustin Gouker, lead analyst for PlayNJ.com. “New Jersey’s sports betting market has proven resilient since the pandemic began, drawing more bettor interest since March than any other U.S. jurisdiction. With major sports back on the board, though, the state’s sportsbooks are showing shocking strength.”
New Jersey’s online and retail sportsbooks collected a record $667.98 million in wagers in August, up 112% from $315.1 million in July, according to official reporting released Monday. That bettered Nevada’s all-jurisdiction record of $614.1 million set in November 2019.
August’s handle was up 127.5% from $293.6 million in August 2019 and blew past the state record $562.7 million handle set in November. With August’s bets, New Jersey sportsbooks have collected $8.4 billion in wagers since the industry launched.
Gross revenue in August grew 56.7% to $39.5 million from August 2019. The “win” yielded $4.9 million in state taxes.
“New Jersey’s robust and mature online market is a clear advantage over every other jurisdiction, including Nevada, which relies more on in-person betting,” said Eric Ramsey, analyst for PlayNJ. “A full schedule of major sports in August, generating huge interest, has only highlighted the fact that New Jersey is better positioned to withstand the challenges of the pandemic.”
Online sportsbooks produced 90.1% of August’s handle. FanDuel Sportsbook/PointsBet led the market with $17.6 million in gross revenue, up from $12.2 million in July. FanDuel Sportsbook at The Meadowlands again capitalized on the New York market, topping retail books with $3.6 million in revenue.
“The top online brands in the state, including FanDuel and DraftKings, are pouring money into advertising, which is a theme that can be seen across most legal jurisdictions,” Gouker said. “The brands are jockeying for market share now that sports have returned. The end result of that fierce competition will benefit bettors as products and promotions improve.”
Online Casinos And Poker
New Jersey’s online casinos and poker rooms continued to impress in August with a record $87.8 million in revenue, up 113.6% from $41.1 million in August 2019. With Atlantic City casinos open for the entire month, generating $199.1 million in revenue, online casinos still edged the record $87.5 million generated in July.
August marked the fifth consecutive month that online casinos and poker have topped at least $80 million. Year-to-date, online gambling has generated $597.98 million and is on pace to more than double the $482.7 million in revenue produced in all of 2019.
“New Jersey’s online casino market appears to have set a new floor as it continues to fare well even as casinos reopen in Atlantic City,” Ramsey said. “As people were forced to stay home, they were introduced to these online gambling products. And many of those gamblers apparently liked what they found. I am not sure the online market will ever return to pre-pandemic levels.”
For more, visit PlayNJ.com/news.
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BETBY EXPANDS LATAM FOOTPRINT WITH MOBADOO ESPORTS PARTNERSHIP

BETBY, a leading sportsbook supplier, has announced a new partnership with prominent LATAM-focused esports provider Mobadoo, in a move that will see its Betby.Games portfolio fully integrated into Mobadooâs product lineup.
This collaboration enables Mobadoo â which has an established presence and deep market understanding across Latin America â to incorporate BETBYâs proprietary and award-winning esports offering, delivering dynamic and fast-paced betting content to its growing user base. Among Betby.Gamesâ titles are eSoccer, eBasketball, eFighting, eCricket, eShooter, eHorse Racing, eTennis, and the Brazil-relevant eVaquejada.
As one of the most comprehensive and high-frequency esports betting solutions in the industry, Betby.Games offers access to more than 70 tournaments, over 350 betting markets, and more than 300,000 live matches each month. This collaboration will not only enhance Mobadooâs offering but also reinforce BETBYâs position as a leading esports supplier in the LATAM region, a key pillar in the supplierâs global expansion strategy.
âMobadoo has an excellent reputation and strong regional expertise, making them an ideal partner for us. Their commitment to innovation in esports and the rapid growth of this vertical in the region made our partnership only a matter of time,â commented Kirill Nekrasov, BETBYâs Head of Sportsbook Product. âThis agreement not only expands the reach of our unique Betby.Games content, but also aligns perfectly with our global strategy of delivering flexible, high-performance esports solutions to next-generation operators. Together, weâre set to further strengthen our leading position in the LATAM region.â
JosĂ© AnĂbal Aguirre, Chief Marketing Officer at Mobadoo, added: âWeâre thrilled to integrate Betby.Games into our offering. The depth and quality of their esports content is unmatched, and this partnership gives us a powerful new edge in catering to LATAMâs passionate esports fanbase. With BETBYâs support, weâre confident we can elevate the player experience and unlock new growth opportunities across the region.â
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FBMÂź unveils golden treasures in Mexico with Crocâs Lockâą bites

There is a new hero in Mexico as FBMÂź launches the thrilling Crocâs Lockâą. This slot game merges an engaging storyline with a disruptive game mechanic based on the Lock feature and two accumulators, taking players into a cartooned adventure with Super Croc full of golden coins to collect.
Crocâs Lock is a 30-line slot filled with adrenaline and great prizes. Super Croc is the character around all action happens. Working with 15 independent reels, Crocâs Lock offers gaming sessions where Super Croc exploits lead the player through an entertaining journey with three new features. The surprise element is always present, as the big prizes can come on the main game or bonus free spins modes.
Extra Coins and Extra Spins unlock extra fun!
The central reel is the focus of the Crocâs Lock game mechanic. Every time players obtain a Super Croc on this position, the Lock Feature is activated. Super Croc liberates all the existing lock symbols and may open the bonus with Extra Coins, Extra Spins or both accumulators combined.
If the bonus mode starts with one chest open, players get five free spins. This number increases to ten free rounds when Super Croc triggers Extra Spins and Extra Coins at the same time. Each accumulator of the Crocâs Lock slot game presents a different feature:
- Extra Spins â Super Croc releases thunders from its fingers, increasing the free spins counter during the bonus rounds.
- Extra Coins â Super Croc changes the reels by shooting flaming coins to introduce more lock symbols on each free round.
The character stays on the central reel during the bonus plays. The features attached to each accumulator appear in the first free spin and can be repeated several times during the bonus rounds.
When players get into the bonus with one of the accumulators active, Super Croc keeps contributing with coins for the unopened chest. These contributions can lead to the opening of the other accumulator, allowing players to benefit from the combined effect of Extra Spins and Extra Coins.
Four jackpots, reel rewinds, and Luck Has Arrived to collect bags of coins
The Lock feature is just a part of Crocâs Lockâs adrenaline injection. This FBM slot offers a complete feature set, including four Progressive Jackpots and two game features ready to keep the players engaged on the screen: Rewind and Luck Has Arrived.
- Progressive Jackpots – Crocâs Lock offers access to four different prize levels â Mini, Minor, Major, and Grand – through a jackpot vault that can appear on the reels during the main game or bonus rounds.
- Rewind – part of the Super Croc special powers, this feature changes the game round outcome. When Crocs hits the paw, one or more reels will change the symbol displayed and deliver a winning round to the player.
- Luck Has Arrived â the lasers coming from the eyes of the Super Croc pre-announce this feature, anticipating a big win for the player.
A villain, a hero and great graphics engage players in a disruptive FBM slot!
Several factors contribute to the immersive game experience offered by Crocâs Lock. Besides the rewards included in the productâs feature set, this FBM slot involves casino players and operators through a compelling narrative with the traditional duel âhero vs villainâ.
On one side, the Lock represents the evil force of the game and is visible on all lock symbols landed on the 15 independent reels, bringing challenges to the game hero on each spin. On the other side, Super Croc embodies the superpowers of the good forces on a joyful character, who guides the player on all relevant moments of the game with entertaining animations like the dances, the paw hit, the Extra Spins thunders, the Extra Coins flaming coins or the Luck Has arrived lasers.
The sound effects of Crocâs Lock add an extra layer of enthusiasm, completing the visual effects and animations of the game with sounds that keep on the playerâs mind with catchy rhymes and melodies.
Available for the Galaxy II, Auria and Shadow III casino cabinets, Crocâs Lock starts its expansion journey in Mexico. Designed for players looking for significant prizes in durable and long-lasting gaming sessions, this title promises to enchant slot fans spread all over the country.
Following the releases of Jin QiĂĄn Link Spiritsâą and Xing FĂș Fortune Money Treesâą, FBM continues renovating its slots portfolio with an innovative, reliable, high-performing casino game. Crocâs Lock is compatible with different casino floor layouts and ready to add value to the casino operatorâs portfolio with an exciting narrative and compelling aesthetics, features, and game mechanics.
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AGS Named One of U.S. News & World Reportâs 2025â2026 Best Companies to Work For

AGS, a global gaming supplier known for its high-performing slot, table, and interactive products, has been named one of U.S. News & World Reportâs 2025â2026 Best Companies to Work For.
AGS was selected as one of U.S. News & World Reportâs Best Companies to Work For, placing in the top 30 percent of 2,119 publicly traded companies evaluated. To be eligible, companies were required to have more than 75 employee reviews on Glassdoor submitted between 2021 and early 2025, alongside strong workplace data across key metrics.
The U.S. News evaluation assessed companies based on employee sentiment and six key workplace factors: quality of pay and benefits, work-life balance and flexibility, job and company stability, physical and psychological comfort, belonging and esteem, and career opportunities and professional development.
AGS was honored in the following categories:
- Best Companies to Work For â Overall
- Best Companies to Work For in the West
- Best Companies to Work For in the Media and Communications Industry
- Best Companies to Work For â Top Workplace Environment
- Best Companies to Work For â Top Engineering Jobs
In Nevada, AGS was one of only two companies featured on the 2025â2026 list.
âOur recognition by U.S. News & World Report is especially meaningful because it reflects what our employees have shared about their experience working at AGS,â said Kim Nasuta, Senior Vice President of Human Resources. âThe hundreds of Glassdoor reviews submitted over the past several years tell a powerful story about a culture rooted in trust, transparency, and opportunity. We are proud to foster an environment where people feel supported, empowered, and excited to come to work every day.â
AGS was also recently named a 2025 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation and in Atlanta, and recognized by USA TODAY as a 2025 Top Workplace in the U.S.
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