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New York gaming commission reviews FBI horse-doping records

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The New York State Gaming Commission says it is reviewing FBI documents concerning a horse-doping case after an investigator received records in 2023 and did not act on them or share them with relevant staff. The commission said the investigator has been placed on administrative leave; prosecutors linked the doping scheme to at least 20 horse deaths.

The review could lead to regulatory action concerning people connected to the horse-racing doping case.

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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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