Rhode Island has enacted a law allowing its two retail casinos to stream casino games outside the state, including internationally where permitted, according to the report. The measure was introduced by Senate Majority Leader Frank Ciccone and aims to retain gaming jobs and revenue in Rhode Island.
Operators and regulators assessing cross-border live casino streams must account for the new permission and destination-market laws.
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Rhode Island recorded $1.09 billion in sports and iGaming wagers in the first half of 2026, according to a media report. The report said June’s total rose by 15%.
Rhode Island sports and iGaming wagering rose 14% year on year to $187.4m in May 2026, according to reported market figures. iGaming wagers increased 21% to $155.8m, while sports handle fell 11% to $31.6m; total revenue from both sectors rose 9% to $8.9m.
The Rhode Island Lottery recorded sales of $26.7 million in May, reportedly its strongest month of 2026 so far. Sales were 2% higher than in May 2025.
Rhode Island land-based casino revenue fell 2% year on year in May to $57.6m, reportedly.
The Rhode Island Senate reportedly approved legislation that would end the state's single-provider sports betting arrangement. The measure concerns the introduction of additional sports betting licences.