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Colorado Lottery Replaces 1-800-GAMBLER With 1-800-MY-RESET
The Colorado Lottery is replacing the 1-800-GAMBLER responsible gambling helpline with the new 1-800-MY-RESET number across its products and promotional materials. The change aligns with the National Council on Problem Gambling's nationwide transition to the new support line. The Colorado Lottery's decision to promote 1-800-MY-RESET stems from a dispute over who controls the longstanding 1-800-GAMBLER helpline. The Council on Compulsive ...
Compass Mark Expands Pennsylvania Problem Gambling Efforts
A Pennsylvania nonprofit is expanding its efforts to address problem gambling as online sports betting continues to grow in popularity. Compass Mark is focusing on education, prevention, and connecting individuals with support resources. This is in response to concerns about the increased accessibility of mobile wagering and its potential impact on local communities. Compass Mark is a Pennsylvania-based nonprofit organization ...
Kerr Kriisa Indicted on Wire Fraud Charges Amid Betting Speculation
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been indicted on federal wire fraud charges stemming from an alleged multi-million-dollar fraud scheme. While his arrest prompted speculation about a possible connection to the ongoing college basketball betting investigation, prosecutors have not accused Kriisa of point shaving. Kerr Kriisa was arrested by the FBI over the Fourth of July and is awaiting ...
Ohio Credit Card Sports Betting Ban Advances
The Ohio Casino Control Commission has moved forward with a proposal to prohibit credit card deposits for online sports betting. The proposal has advanced with little resistance from operators, as many major sportsbooks have already discontinued credit card deposits in the last year. Ohio's proposed rule aligns with current industry practices. Every major U.S. online sportsbook that previously accepted direct ...
Former DraftKings Trader Charged in Alleged Fresno State Betting Scheme
A former DraftKings trader has been charged in connection with an alleged betting scheme involving Fresno State men's basketball. The case adds to growing scrutiny over the risks tied to college sports betting, specifically player props. Nevada prosecutors have charged former DraftKings sports trader Samuel Silverman with commission of a fraudulent act in a gaming establishment and conspiracy to cheat ...
VGW Founder Laurence Escalante Resigns as CEO Amid Legal and Regulatory Pressure
Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW) founder Laurence Escalante has resigned as CEO and chairman of the company, ending his leadership of one of the largest sweepstakes casino operators amid ongoing criminal proceedings in Australia. His departure comes as VGW continues navigating increased regulatory scrutiny of the sweepstakes gaming industry. Laurence Escalante's resignation takes effect immediately after he has been on leave ...
5W Study Shows Disparity in Gambling Marketing vs Responsible Gambling
A new study from the 5W Research Division found that the U.S. gambling industry spent almost nine times more on celebrity endorsements than on responsible gambling communications in 2025. The report highlights how operators need to devote more resources to improving responsible gaming rather than focusing on customer acquisition. The 5W Research Division's 5W Responsible Gambling Communications Audit 2026, released ...
Indiana Sweepstakes Casinos Exit After July 1 Ban
With Indiana's sweepstakes casino ban now in effect following the July 1 deadline, additional operators have exited the state or modified their offerings to comply with the new law. The latest departures include MyPrize and Blazesoft's network of sweepstakes casinos. However, Utech Solutions has pivoted to a different approach as they try to remain in the Indiana market. The following ...
DraftKings Makes X Account Official Disclosure Channel
DraftKings has designated its @DraftKingsNews account on X as an official channel for disclosing material company information to investors and the public. The move expands the company's list of approved communication platforms. This comes nearly two years after it reached a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission over a Regulation FD disclosure violation. In announcing the change, DraftKings ...
Jordan Spieth Raises Concerns Over Sports Betting Abuse
Professional golfer Jordan Spieth’s recent comments about the impact of sports betting on the sport have added to growing discussions about player safety and fan behavior at live events. His remarks point to concerns that gambling-related heckling is becoming more common, raising questions about how leagues and tournament organizers should respond. Spieth said sports betting has noticeably altered the atmosphere ...
Malik Beasley Indicted in Alleged NBA Betting Scheme, Raises Integrity Questions
After a detailed investigation, former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis were among six people indicted on charges related to an alleged sports betting scheme during the 2023-24 NBA season. Prosecutors allege Beasley intentionally manipulated his on-court performance, such as recording a late rebound or scoring at the end of the game, to help the group profit from player ...
Bills, Seneca Expand Partnership at New Highmark Stadium
The Buffalo Bills and Seneca Resorts & Casinos have announced a multi-year partnership extension that will make the gaming operator a Founding Partner of the new Highmark Stadium. The agreement also continues Seneca's role as the Bills' Official Casino as the franchise prepares to move into its new venue. However, there won’t be a retail sportsbook on-site at the new ...
MLBPA Proposes MLB Player Prop Bet Ban Amid Sports Betting Harassment Concerns
The MLB Players Association (MLBPA) has proposed eliminating player prop bets as part of negotiations for the league's next collective bargaining agreement. The proposal would include bans on bets that include strikeouts, and hits, and much more. In doing so, the MLBPA is attempting to protect the players from harassment related to sports betting. The MLBPA's proposal comes as more ...
Fanatics Bad Actor Program Targets Sports Betting Harassment
Fanatics Sportsbook has launched its Bad Actor Program, a new initiative designed to combat online abuse and threats from sports bettors towards athletes, coaches, and officials. Developed in partnership with Integrity Compliance 360 (IC360) and Signify Group, the program will monitor for betting-related harassment and suspend or permanently ban customers found to have engaged in abusive behavior. The Bad Actor ...
Iowa Sweepstakes Casinos Exit Market as SF 2289 Expands Enforcement Powers
Several sweepstakes casino operators are preparing to leave Iowa ahead of Senate File 2289, a new state law that expands the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission's authority to pursue enforcement against unlicensed gambling operators. While the legislation does not explicitly ban sweepstakes casinos, operators like High 5 Casino have already announced plans to exit the market before the law takes ...
New Mexico Lawmaker Urges Tribes to Reopen Gaming Compact for Online Sports Betting
A New Mexico lawmaker is calling for the state's tribal gaming compact to be reopened in an effort to legalize online sports betting within the state. Rep. John Block said the move could help New Mexico capture additional gaming revenue, which they’re missing out on right now under the existing framework. Rep. Block made this proposal during the Legislature's interim ...
BetMGM, MGM Resorts Extend MLB Partnership
MGM Resorts International and BetMGM have renewed their partnership with Major League Baseball, which started in 2018. This means that there will continue to be sportsbook marketing, casino integrations, and fan engagement initiatives across MLB platforms and events. In addition to expanding fan engagement opportunities, the operator highlighted its continued commitment to responsible gaming through programs such as GameSense, anti-athlete ...
NFL Shows Commitment to Consumer Trust in Rejecting Supplemental Draft
The NFL has decided not to hold a Supplemental Draft in 2026, closing off a potential path to the league for former Indiana quarterback Brendan Sorsby following his gambling-related eligibility issues. The decision underscores the league's continued focus on protecting the integrity of the game, as there were concerns about Sorsby's betting activity and its broader implications for the sport ...
Kentucky Starts Crackdown on Sweepstakes Casinos With Prominent Operator
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has filed a lawsuit against VGW, alleging the company operates illegal online gambling platforms in the state through its sweepstakes casino brands. The state claims VGW sites violate Kentucky gambling and consumer protection laws. The lawsuit includes other platforms as well. The lawsuit centers on VGW's sweepstakes casino business model, which Kentucky alleges functions as ...
North Carolina Officially Raises Online Sports Betting Tax Rate to 23%
North Carolina lawmakers have approved an increase to the state's online sportsbook tax rate, marking a major adjustment to its regulated betting market less than three years after launch. The change aims to generate additional revenue for North Carolina, but it places the state among the higher-tax jurisdictions for online sports betting. North Carolina has officially approved a 23% tax ...