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New York gaming commission proposes AI promotion ban and account safeguards

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced proposed gambling rules developed by the New York State Gaming Commission, which opened them for public consultation. The draft would bar licensees from using AI for personalised promotions or wager suggestions and includes possible biometric account checks; comments are open until 15 May 2026.

Operators may need to change promotional, identity-check and customer-intervention practices if the proposals are adopted.

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New York commission reports September gambling revenue figures

The New York State Gaming Commission reported September gambling figures, according to a report. Land-based gross gaming revenue was $184 million, down 7% from August’s $199 million, while online sports betting handle reached $2.4 billion, up from $1.7 billion a year earlier. Online sports betting gross gaming revenue was $159 million.

Land-based gambling in New York generated $184m in gross gaming revenue in September, a 7% decrease from $199m in August, according to data from the New York State Gaming Commission. Net revenue for the sector was $109.5m, down from $118.9m the previous month.

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