Fresh research backed by the Social Gaming Leadership Alliance argues that Social Plus gaming has quietly become a sizable business in Virginia and Pennsylvania, even as officials in both states step up scrutiny of sweepstakes-style casinos. PENNSYLVANIA Press release: https://t.co/WWWNjvyU5T E&K report: https://t.co/u46MSVHUH2 VIRGINIA: Press release:https://t.co/YcosHDUrui E&K report:https://t.co/QHZIuzx4vh pic.twitter.com/nWBYLMSyei — Daniel Wallach (@WALLACHLEGAL) February 23, 2026 The reports, prepared by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, describe Social Plus games as “a category of casino-styled social games that leverage sweepstakes promotions to award users with real cash and/or prizes,” while still following long-standing sweepstakes rules. The rules include offering a free alternate method of entry. Companies in the space also must meet payment processor standards such as know-your-customer checks, geolocation controls, and anti-money-laundering compliance.…