Business Shuts Down: Ruby Sweeps in Nevada

In the world of iGaming, one of the most significant developments in recent times is the shutdown of Ruby Sweeps in Nevada. This decision was prompted by Nevada’s Senate Bill 256 (SB256), which has intensified enforcement against unlicensed gambling operators, including sweepstakes casinos like Ruby Sweeps.

Ruby Sweeps officially closed its operations in Nevada on August 15, 2025. The platform notified players that they could use their Emeralds (Sweeps Coins) only up to the shutdown date. However, it remains unclear whether unused Emeralds will be redeemed, refunded, or transferred to other casinos after the shutdown. The communication from Ruby Sweeps did not specify any such arrangements.

The exit of Ruby Sweeps from Nevada marks a significant shift in the iGaming landscape. The list of excluded states for Ruby Sweeps now includes 16 states.

Meanwhile, in the realm of iGaming journalism, Richard Janvrin has made a significant impact since entering the space in 2018. His work encompasses numerous aspects of iGaming, including news, reviews, bonuses/promotions, sweepstakes casinos, and legal issues.

Prior to his foray into iGaming, Richard Janvrin began his professional career in sports coverage in 2015. His journey in journalism started as a teenager, and he is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire. Richard Janvrin's work includes coverage of sweepstakes casinos, and he has been instrumental in providing insightful coverage of legal issues in iGaming.

[1] Nevada Independent. (2025). Nevada Senate Bill 256 targets unlicensed gambling operators, including sweepstakes casinos. Retrieved from https://www.nevadaindependent.com/2025/03/16/nevada-senate-bill-256-targets-unlicensed-gambling-operators-including-sweepstakes-casinos/

[2] Ruby Sweeps. (2025). Notice of Operations Update. Retrieved from https://www.rubysweeps.com/notice-of-operations-update/

The shutdown of Ruby Sweeps in Nevada, due to Nevada’s SB256, has set a trend for the gambling industry, affecting not only sweepstakes casinos but also casino-and-gambling, casino-games, and even lotteries.
In the wake of the closure of Ruby Sweeps, many journalists have been closely following gambling trends, with Richard Janvrin, a former sports coverage journalist turned iGaming journalist, providing thorough coverage of sweepstakes casinos, legal issues, and more in Las Vegas and beyond.
As Ruby Sweeps exits multiple states now, including Nevada, the casino-games landscape may see new players taking up the challenge, and possibly expanding into poker rooms, as well as delving into digital lotteries, to capture market share in this ever-evolving iGaming world.