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Will The Coronavirus Lead To More Legalized Online Casinos?
The Coronavirus has affected the gambling world in a drastic way. Sports betting has effectively been halted in the United States, with all major sports postponing their seasons. Las Vegas and every other land-based casino in the country have also shut their doors.
Instead of March being the massive wagering month that Nevada and sportsbooks around the country are used to, the cancellation of March Madness led to the worst sports betting handle since 1993 in the Silver State.
However, there has been one sector of gaming that has been flourishing in a big way, and that is legit online casinos.
Online Casino Revenues Explode Amidst COVID Pandemic
Although gambling revenues are down for states across the board, one area that is exploding is online casino gambling. Poker has seen a surge as well, but nowhere near where casino gambling has gone in the past two months.
For example, with Atlantic City casinos closing their doors, revenues have skyrocketed for online casinos in the month of March in New Jersey. Gambling sites took in $64.8 in revenue that month. It was a near 25 percent increase from February and over a 65 percent increase from March 2019 numbers.
In Pennsylvania, we see similar numbers for online play. Though overall gaming revenue was down 51 percent, the state set new records for online casinos, bringing in over $24 million in revenue, setting records for monthly revenue, and the total amount wagered.
There are states around the country with similar marks for revenue and amount wagered.
Will This Spur Online Gambling Legalization Across the US?
It’s possible, but just because it becomes more economically viable or the opportunity presents itself, it doesn’t mean states will act.
One could draw the comparison to sports betting legalization, which has happened rapidly in the country after the Supreme Court overturned the Federal sports betting ban in May 2018. Since then, 16 states have regulated and legalized recreational betting in some form in their states.
However, we have to remember that the green light for legal online casinos and poker sites has been around since 2011.
The Wire Act Flip Flop
After much of the online poker world got wiped out by the US Department of Justice, in what became known as the “Black Friday” of poker, the online gambling world changed dramatically.
However, the DOJ quickly changed course on the legality of online poker and casino gambling. They stated in December of the same year that only sports betting fell under the scope of the 1961 Wire Act.
That was changed with the 2018 decision for sports betting, but the ability for states to legalize online casino gambling has been around since 2011. However, only 13 states have decided to tax and regulate the activity within their borders.
Will More States Act Now On Online Casino Gambling?
It’s possible but still seems unlikely. Most states that have legalized sports betting often don’t have an online component for wagering sports, making online gambling an afterthought.
As it stands now, only three of the 16 states that have regulated sports betting have also legalized online casinos. So, even though states are moving quickly with sports betting, casino gambling has not been a part of these gambling expansions.
Don’t Worry, Players Still Have Options
Regardless of how states act in regards to online gambling expansion – players have all sorts of options for online casino gambling. There are lots of legal online casinos operating that accept players from all 50 states and across the globe.
Their games offered, bonuses and casino software are also better than land-based options. Most of them also offer sports betting and poker from the same account.
Players may be moving towards online casinos because of the Coronavirus, but it’s been the better choice, all along.
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N1 Traffic Cups: The Year of Traffic Tournaments Starts soon
N1 Partners is launching a series of traffic tournaments N1 Traffic Cups – with the first one kicking off this March. Throughout 2026, partners can expect a variety of promo activities: from standalone cups to a global championship.
This marks a logical continuation of N1 Partners’ community-focused initiatives. Recently, the team summed up the results of N1 Puzzle Promo – a top-tier promotion in the iGaming industry that ran for almost the entire year of 2025. After gathering participant feedback, consolidating the best practices from the successful campaign, and enhancing it with new engaging mechanics and a fresh perspective, N1 Partners developed a brand-new concept. The traffic tournament series will provide additional opportunities for teams working with traffic and focused on consistent performance growth and scaling results.
SEO teams, get ready – the first stage will be the N1 SEO Traffic Cup, opening the new season and setting the tone for the entire 2026 tournament series. A dedicated leaderboard with a tiered level system based on performance, a new competitive format, and a focus not only on scale but also on real traffic efficiency – this spring promises to be truly competitive.
Alexa Bond, Head of Affiliates at N1 Partners, comments on the upcoming launch:
“There are plenty of races and battles in the industry, but it was important for us to create a format that stands out in both spirit and approach. We’re not just preparing another competition – we’re building a story with character, centered around strategy, structure, and true competitive drive.
2026 is a year of major sporting events: the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup. The spirit of competition and top-level achievement perfectly aligns with the DNA of N1 Partners: energy, high performance, and healthy competitive ambition are what motivate and push both us and our partners forward.”
We’ll reveal all the details very soon…
Stay tuned to N1 Partners’ social media channels and follow the latest updates in iGaming media.
To learn more about the tournament launch, contact N1 Partners Leadgen Manager, Kristina:
Email: [email protected]
Telegram: https://t.me/Christina_N1L
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-ladik-6a7068206/
Why N1 Partners?
- 14+ casino and sportsbook brands with Reg2Dep up to 70%
- 10+ Tier-1 GEOs
- CPA up to €700 and RevShare up to 45% + NNCO for top partners + hybrid models
Be number one with N1!
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N1 Partners’ Sky Dining Event for Top Partners at SiGMA Eurasia
AIBC Eurasia in Dubai, which once again brought together top companies from the iGaming industry, became the first major event for N1 Partners after the grand show event in Barcelona celebrating the end of the N1 Puzzle Promo. So the conference in Dubai was a great opportunity to discuss plans for 2026 and set traffic priorities together with the N1 team.
Of course, N1 Partners couldn’t leave their top partners without a surprise. That’s why the affiliate program organized an exciting gastronomic experience in Dubai – Dinner in the Sky – for the Seven Group media buying team!
Here’s how it went 👇🏼
Listed by Forbes among the world’s 10 most unusual restaurants, Dinner in the Sky offers one of the most unique gastronomic experiences on the planet – a dinner 50 meters high with panoramic views of Dubai. It was exactly this experience that the N1 Partners affiliate team chose to invite their partners from the Seven Group media buying team.
“For us, events like these are more than just gatherings – they’re an opportunity to build truly genuine partnerships, grow closer, and better understand our partners. Dinner in the Sky was the perfect format to discuss plans, exchange ideas, and simply share vivid emotions with our top partners in a relaxed, informal setting. Moments like these lay the foundation for strong, long-term collaborations,” comments Alexa Bond, Head of Affiliates at N1 Partners.
Dinner highlights:
- top partner team
- 90 minutes
- 50 meters above the ground
“We’d like to thank N1 Partners for the invitation to a business dinner where we were able to connect and spend time in a truly pleasant atmosphere. For us, this is a great sign. First, it shows that our traffic is highly valued by N1 Partners. Second, it proves that our partner is committed to developing business relationships through trust and personal interaction.
Many thanks to the N1 Partners team for the warm welcome and attention to detail. We were absolutely delighted and took away so many positive emotions that we’ll be bringing back with us from Dubai!” — shared the Seven Group team.
Getting invited to an exclusive Sky Dining event by N1 Partners is the result of consistent and effective collaboration with the affiliate program. Strong performance deserves a premium approach and special attention to top partners. At N1, partnerships are built on trust, transparent terms, and fast communication – enabling not only traffic scaling, but also going beyond standard cooperation to create truly unique experiences.
“We’ve been working with N1 Partners for almost a year, with the main traffic coming from Google PPC, and during this time we’ve managed to reach solid volumes. Integration is fast, data exchange is stable, and the team is always available – without unnecessary bureaucracy and with full involvement in the processes. In such a dynamic line of work, this is especially important.
We were happy to meet the N1 team offline in Dubai in this format and receive a gift that only подтверждает that our partnership is getting stronger,” shared the Seven Group team.
Catch N1 Partners at the upcoming iGaming conferences worldwide:
- 14+ casino and sportsbook brands with Reg2Dep up to 70%
- 10+ Tier-1 GEOs
- CPA up to €700 and RevShare up to 45% + NNCO for top partners + hybrid models
See you soon!
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Top Sports Events & Promos by N1 Partners: Where to Drive Tier-1 Traffic in February
N1 Partners expands its sports traffic capabilities. Betting is now available across three brands within the affiliate program’s portfolio: alongside the flagship sports product N1 Bet, RollXO and Lucky Hunter have joined the lineup.
For partners, this opens up new opportunities to work with Tier-1 sports traffic. You can scale volumes on a dedicated betting product while simultaneously running sports traffic on casino brands with already strong conversion rates. This approach allows affiliates to diversify traffic flows, reduce reliance on a single product, and strengthen key performance metrics by combining sports, casino, and seasonal promotional mechanics.
Why Seasonal Events Matter When Driving Traffic
In practice, the most consistent conversion results are achieved when traffic launches are aligned with seasonality, key news hooks, and behavioral peaks in player activity.
February offers a particularly strong combination of factors:
- a packed schedule of top football leagues and tournaments
- the Winter Olympic Games
- seasonal holidays, including Valentine’s Day
- increased emotional engagement from players
During such periods, users are more likely to make deposit decisions, engage with promotions, and return to the product. Timing and the right contextual hook have a direct impact on overall performance.
To simplify campaign planning and help partners make the most of this period, the N1 Partners team has prepared a selection of key sports events and active promotions that are well suited for driving sports traffic.
Key Sports Events in February
11.02.2026
Soccer | Italy, Coppa Italia | Quarter-final | Bologna – Lazio
Ice Hockey | Olympic Games | Slovakia vs Finland
Soccer | England, Premier League | Manchester City – Fulham
Soccer | Germany, DFB Pokal | Quarter-final | Bayern Munich – RB Leipzig
Basketball | NBA | Houston Rockets – LA Clippers
Soccer | CONMEBOL, Copa Libertadores, Qualification, Quarter-finals | 2-nd legs
12.02.2026
Ice Hockey | Olympic Games | Czech Republic vs Canada
Soccer | England, Premier League | Brentford – Arsenal
Basketball | NBA | Orlando Magic – Milwaukee Bucks
Basketball | EuroLeague, Regular Season | Round 28
Rugby League | Super League (England, France) | Regular Season
13.02.2026
Ice Hockey | Olympic Games | Canada vs Switzerland
Basketball | NBA | Oklahoma City Thunder – Milwaukee Bucks
Handball | Germany, Bundesliga | Next Round
14.02.2026
Ice Hockey | Olympic Games | USA vs Denmark
Soccer | England, FA Cup | 1/16-finals
Soccer | Germany, Bundesliga | Werder Bremen – Bayern Munich
Rugby Union | France, Top 14 | Round 17
Handball | Spain, Liga ASOBAL | Next Round
Basketball | Spain, Liga ACB | Round 20
15.02.2026
Ice Hockey | Olympic Games | Switzerland vs Czech Republic
Soccer | Italy, Serie A | Inter – Juventus
Soccer | Italy, Serie A | Napoli – AS Roma
Soccer | Italy, Serie A | Lazio – Atalanta
Soccer | Spain, LaLiga | Girona – Barcelona
Soccer | Spain, LaLiga | Real Madrid – Real Sociedad
Soccer | France, Ligue 1 | Marseille – Strasbourg
Soccer | France, Ligue 1 | Rennes – PSG
Basketball | NBA | ALL-Star
Tennis | WTA 1000 Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
Active Promotions Across N1 Partners Brands
To boost player activity and support conversion rates during peak dates, N1 Partners is launching seasonal Valentine’s Day promotions across key brands. These campaigns provide partners with additional leverage when driving traffic and engaging users.
Valentine’s Advent Calendar (N1 Bet, RollXO)
Period: 13.02–17.02
Daily rewards available for participants over five days:
- 13.02 Love Box: prize up to €15,000
- 14.02 Valentine’s Riddle Offer: 100% bonus up to €500 + 150 FS
- 15.02 Sunday Challenge: 50% bonus on the 3rd deposit
- 16.02 Road to Free Spins: 30 FS for every €350
- 17.02 Fortune Lottery Series: prize pool €63,000
Cupid Mailbox Lottery (Lucky Hunter)
Period: 09.02–14.02
Prize pool for 28 winners: trip to Paris + €6,400 + 1,400 FS
Why This Matters for Partners
Seasonal promotions and event-driven campaigns help partners address several key challenges when working with Tier-1 traffic:
- encourage higher average deposits
- increase LTV through repeat engagement
- sustain activity during periods when CR typically declines
- integrate smoothly into creative bundles and ad formats
- strengthen the emotional appeal of offers through holidays and major events
In a highly competitive environment, these product-driven initiatives help partners maintain stable and predictable performance.
What Partners Should Do Now
February combines major sports events, seasonal triggers, and strong promotional mechanics into a single high-potential window.
Drive traffic to key sports events and Valentine’s Day promotions across N1 Partners brands: N1 Bet, RollXO, and Lucky Hunter.
The N1 Partners team is ready to provide up-to-date promotions, analytics, and dedicated support tailored to your traffic volumes.
Join N1 Partners
N1 Partners provides everything affiliates need to stay ahead: high-converting products, ongoing analytics with optimization recommendations, and hands-on support from managers focused on long-term performance.
N1 Partners is more than an affiliate program. As a multi-brand affiliate platform and direct advertiser, the company unites 14+ casino and betting brands, operates across Tier-1 GEOs, delivers Reg2Dep rates of up to 70%, and offers competitive deals for top partners — CPA up to €700 and RevShare up to 45%. Trusted by 14,000+ partners, N1 Partners is recognized for its transparency, flexibility, and partner-first approach — where people and communication quality remain the foundation of long-term success.
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