Industry Expertise
J.R. has covered gaming for more than a decade.
J.R. Duren
Content Writer
Editorial Background
J.R. has served as an editor and reporter at a daily newspaper and at prominent personal finance sites such as Investopedia and CNN Underscored.
Awards & Achievements
He's won three Florida Press Club Excellence in Journalism awards.
Personal Interests
Football and NASCAR.
Posts by J.R. Duren
State of Play: Virginia’s iGaming Push and the Industry’s Responsible Gaming Shift
Virginia moves closer to legalizing online casinos as House and Senate bills pass. Plus, FanDuel ends credit card deposits and Caesars launches Ca$hline.
Virginia Senate Narrowly Passes Online Casino Bill
The Virginia Senate approved a 15% tax rate for online casinos in a narrow 19-17 vote. If signed by Gov. Spanberger, iGaming could launch by 2028.
The Weekly Predict: Fed Rate Cut Odds Surge as Bitcoin Tests $80K
This week's top prediction market trends: Traders bet on a post-Powell Fed, Bitcoin's February recovery odds, and the latest 'The Traitors' Season 4 favorite.
Minnesota AG Calls Out Illegal Gambling Websites
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison warns sweepstakes and offshore gambling sites to shut down by Dec. 1 or face legal action for illegal operations.
U.S. iGaming Shift: Tax Hikes, Voter Pushback, and the Fight Over Sweeps
Stay updated on the U.S. online casino landscape. Here's the latest news for Michigan, Colorado and Maryland in February 2026.
Parimutuel vs. Casino Slots: How Odds, Payouts, and Bonuses Really Differ
Discover the differences between parimutuel-powered games and casino slots, including odds, payouts, bonuses, and live event betting.
