US Online Gaming Forum Coming to NYC in May

America is a constant source of frustration for igaming operators that would like to provide services to the nation’s 50 continental states. Although Nevada, New Jersey, and Delaware offer legalised online gambling, those markets are not without considerable barriers to entry. With additional US states said to be considering the legalisation of online poker, now is a good time to discuss US online gambling.

During Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 May, igaming operators, developers, professionals, and affiliates will meet in New York City for the 2015 US Online Gaming Forum. The event is geared more towards presentations and discussions, as opposed to the free-flowing structure of igaming conferences held in Europe.

Widespread US Online Gambling by 2020?

At a time when California, Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania are said to be considering legalising online gambling, to varying extents. The overall theme is essentially preparedness. Organisers have been eager to point out that forecasters have predicted that there will be 20 legal US jurisdictions generating revenue of $5.2 billion by 2020.

C5 and the American Conference Institute have been organising this event for six years. Both have urged for igaming operators and software developers to be ready for the opportunities that many expect to arise in the US in the coming years.

A number of leading organisations from the global igaming industry have partnered with C5 and the American Conference Institute, helping to lend significant credibility. This is vital for the US Online Gaming Forum, as the European markets are far more advanced and there is much knowledge to share.

Potential entrants to the current US markets will be able to seek in-depth advice from legal experts who will be attending the two-day event. This is to allow for potential entrants to discuss legal challenges and regulatory hurdles. Partnership opportunities with land-based casino operators will also feature heavily.