Pennsylvania joins five other states in offering multi-state online poker games.
Breaking: Pennsylvania Joins Online Poker Realm Through Multi-State Gaming Pact
Get the scoop, folks! Pennsylvania has snagged the title of the sixth U.S. state to join the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA) for online poker. And, Pennsylvania's governor, Josh Shapiro, signed off on this agreement just this week!
This pact means that the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is now in cahoots with other state gaming regulators and online operators. And, let's talk numbers—it's estimated that Pennsylvania has around 150,000 online poker enthusiasts. The addition of Pennsylvania to the MSIGA means a player pool expansion of over 50%!
So, what does that mean for the whole shebang? Well, when you consider that the shared market already includes more than 38 million US players from the five existing states—New Jersey, Nevada, Delaware, West Virginia, and Michigan—it's a pretty massive increase!
Here's a side note: Pennsylvania becomes the largest state in the MSIGA. And, with this increased player pool, you can bet (no pun intended) that online operators will have the opportunity to offer even larger guaranteed tournaments, providing players with a chance to win big, without hefty buy-ins!
In case you were wondering, BetMGM and PA Borgata Online are already on board, and expect more operators to join the fun! So, gear up, poker lovers—it's going to be an exciting ride!
By the way, in case you didn't know, Pennsylvania's gaming sector already generates an impressive $2.7B annually in tax revenue, which helps fund education, agriculture, and local projects. And, with cross-state play now a possibility, more operators might join the fun, leading to greater competition and a potential reduction in unregulated gambling activity.
Lastly, rest assured that the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board will be working closely with operators and other states to ensure that the platforms remain secure and that fair play is maintained. Let the games begin!
- Pennsylvania, as the latest member of the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), will now collaborate with other state gaming regulators and online operators, such as BetMGM and PA Borgata Online.
- The addition of Pennsylvania to the MSIGA is expected to increase the player pool by over 50%, potentially allowing for larger guaranteed tournaments with more opportunities for players to win big.
- With more operators joining the shared market, which includes over 38 million US players from existing states, there is a potential for greater competition and a reduction in unregulated gambling activity in Pennsylvania.
