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News GiddyUp Debuts In Florida With New Casino-Style Experience

GiddyUp debuts in Florida, delivering casino-style games tied to real horse racing outcomes through parimutuel betting.

Corey Sharp • March 20, 2026

Florida casinos Why Floridians Can't Play Craps And Roulette: Seminole Casinos And The State

Sports betting is paused, and Floridians can’t play craps and roulette at Seminole casinos. How and why, though, is complicated.

Darren Cooper • May 26, 2025

News Legislative Session Extended, But Sweeps Bans Off the Table in Florida

Florida is extending its legislative session to June 6, but legislation that would ban sweeps casinos is not included.

JR Duren • May 8, 2025

Florida casinos Florida Bills Seeking Tougher Penalties for Illegal Gambling Move Forward

Two bills that could increase criminal penalties for violations of gambling statutes in Florida have moved closer to becoming law

Derek Helling • April 21, 2025

News Gov. DeSantis Isn't a Fan of Decoupling Slots at Gulfstream Park

Gov. Ron DeSantis is not in favor of more horse racing tracks in Florida decoupling slot licenses from its racing and gaming license.

Corey Sharp • April 7, 2025

Florida Legislature Illegal Gambling Crackdown Bill Advances From Florida Senate Committee

A bill advancing in the Florida legislature would crack down on illegal gambling in the state and bring about harsher penalties.

Dan Holmes • April 1, 2025

News Join Hard Rock's Battle of the Bets With $250,000 In Prizes

Hard Rock Bet recently launched its new Battle of the Bets promotion. Every day, players can pick a side for their share of $250K in prizes.

Cole Rush • March 21, 2025

Florida Gulfstream Park Slots 'Decoupling' Bill Advances From House Committee

A Florida House Committee approved a bill on Monday that would allow thoroughbred racetracks to continue offering slots without live racing.

Phil West • March 19, 2025