North America, and in particular the United States, has seen a rapid rise in all kinds of gambling activity in recent years. From traditional sports and entertainment betting to online casinos and iGaming, the gambling industry in the US is looking extremely healthy. This can be put down to a variety of reasons, which we shall look at in turn. Changes in the laws First and foremost, the US has different rules and regulations regarding gambling legislation depending on what state you live in. Recent changes to gambling laws spurred on by a historic win for the state of New Jersey in 2018 have dramatically altered the American gambling landscape. In New Jersey and a quickly growing number of other states, betting is now allowed on horse racing, sports events and casino games. After the New Jersey ruling, individual states can decide whether to legalize gambling and sports betting or not. The possible revenue generated through tax by companies enjoying a rise in gambling has made legalising sports betting and wagering an attractive prospect. Add a projected increase in employment and tourism, and it is clear why the law changes are happening at a fast pace. Online...