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New Survey Shows Indiana Residents Oppose iGaming
A new survey suggests that most Indiana voters are not on board with expanding online gambling. According to data released by the National Association Against iGaming, 67% of Indiana residents oppose legalizing online casino gambling after learning more about its potential impacts. The findings highlight widespread skepticism across party lines and age groups, underscoring how public opinion may shape future ...
Google Tightens Ad Rules for Sweepstakes Casinos
Google has tightened its advertising rules for sweepstakes casinos, removing their eligibility for certification under its “social casino games” policy as of October 28, 2025. This marks a significant shift for an industry that has relied heavily on digital marketing to reach U.S. players. By denying sweepstakes casinos access to the “social casino” ads certification, Google is effectively treating these ...
UFC Fight Between Dulgarian and Del Valle Sparks FBI Investigation
The UFC has confirmed it is cooperating with the FBI following reports of suspicious betting activity surrounding a recent bout in Las Vegas between Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier del Valle. The organization was alerted by Integrity Compliance 360, a sports-betting watchdog, after unusual wagering patterns were detected prior to the fight. In response, the UFC contacted both fighters and later ...
SBA Opposes Wisconsin Online Sports Betting Bill
The Sports Betting Alliance (SBA), representing major operators such as DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Fanatics, has announced its opposition to Wisconsin’s proposed online sports betting legislation, Senate Bill 592. While the group supports the legalization of online wagering, it argues that the bill’s current framework makes participation economically unfeasible. The stance sets up a potential conflict between state lawmakers, tribal ...
VGW Platforms Restrict Sweeps Coin Gameplay in West Virginia
Three major online sweepstakes casinos, Chumba Casino, LuckyLand Slots, and Global Poker, each operated by VGW, are set to remove a key form of gameplay in West Virginia this month. The move follows recent regulatory scrutiny in the state. It will impact how players interact with these popular platforms. Here are some key dates to remember. This is when these ...
NY Regulators Open to Changes in Sports Betting Rules After Talks with NBA
New York regulators could be preparing to revisit aspects of the state’s sports betting framework after discussions with the NBA. The move signals a potential shift in how New York approaches betting oversight and collaboration with professional sports leagues. The New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) has signaled a willingness to adjust the state’s sports betting regulations following a request ...
Two MLB Pitchers Officially Charged in Gambling Scandal
Two Major League Baseball pitchers, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz of the Cleveland Guardians, have been federally charged in connection with an alleged sports-betting scheme. According to court filings unsealed this past weekend, the players are accused of accepting bribes to manipulate in-game outcomes, allowing bettors to profit from rigged prop wagers. The charges, which include wire fraud and money-laundering ...
SGLA Rebrands Sweepstakes Casinos as “Social Plus Platforms”
The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) has announced a rebranding effort to redefine “sweepstakes casinos” as “Social Plus platforms.” The initiative seeks to shift public perception, highlighting entertainment and player protection. This comes as regulators in several U.S. states tighten oversight of sweepstakes-style gaming. Through the rebrand, SGLA and its member companies, including VGW, PLAYSTUDIOS, and Yellow Social Interactive, aim ...
MLB Implements Restrictions on Micro-Betting, Bets Capped at $200
Major League Baseball has introduced new restrictions on micro-betting in an effort to protect the integrity of the game. The move limits how fans can wager on individual pitches following growing concerns about the risks associated with micro-betting. MLB, in partnership with its sportsbook operators, is specifically focused on wagers placed on individual pitches, such as whether they’ll be a ...
Three Sweepstakes Casinos Shut Down Operations
Three more sweepstakes casinos have announced that they are closing, marking another setback for this industry. The move comes amid increasing regulatory scrutiny and looming legal changes that could reshape the future of sweepstakes-style gaming in the United States. LuckyStars, OnPoint Casino, and Turbo Stakes Casino have announced plans to permanently shut down on November 16. These closures bring the ...
Florida Introduces New Bill to Penalize Those Who Wager on Predetermined Events
Florida is moving closer to a major overhaul of its gambling laws, with new legislation that could reshape sports betting and fantasy sports across the state. The proposed bill aims to crack down on betting tied to fixed games and tighten regulations on fantasy contests, marking one of the most significant updates to Florida’s gambling policies in years. Under House ...
ESPN BET Shift to theScore Bet at Missouri Launch
PENN Entertainment has announced that its mobile sportsbook platform in Missouri will transition from the ESPN Bet brand to theScore Bet, aligning with the state’s upcoming legal sports-betting launch slated for December 1. The upcoming launch of sports betting in Missouri will coincide with a major shift in the U.S. gaming landscape. PENN Entertainment and ESPN have decided to end ...
Ohio Gov. DeWine Changes Tone on Micro-Betting Ban
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is signaling a shift in his approach to sports wagering, adopting a more measured stance on certain types of proposition bets as state regulators and major sports leagues move to tighten oversight. This comes after originally speaking out for an outright ban on micro-betting. His change in tone comes amid ongoing discussions about how best to ...
Texas Sports Betting Efforts Suffer Major Setback in District 9 Race
Texas’ push to legalize gambling took a clear hit in this month’s special election for Senate District 9, where a heavily funded pro-gambling candidate failed to advance. The outcome signals that, despite major financial backing and growing public interest in expanded wagering, voters remain cautious about reshaping the state’s long-standing restrictions. It also raises fresh doubts about whether gambling advocates ...
NFL Releases Memo Prohibiting Prop Betting
The NFL sent a memo regarding prop betting in light of recent gambling scandals in the NBA and MLB. The goal is to provide insight into how the league intends to protect the integrity of the sport. The memo outlines the “corrosive effect” that prop betting can have on fan behavior and player safety. The NFL has outlined the following ...
Massachusetts Senator Proposes Major Restrictions to Sports Betting
A Massachusetts lawmaker is walking back his support for the state’s sports betting law, publicly acknowledging concerns about how the industry has evolved since legalization. In a recent statement, State Senator John Keenan said he regrets his vote to authorize sports wagering. He is now pushing for substantial reforms aimed at tightening consumer protections and limiting the market’s reach. His ...
Microbetting Ban in Play for New Jersey Sports Betting
New Jersey lawmakers are moving ahead with a proposal to restrict certain micro-bets, even as major leagues and betting operators introduce new limits of their own. The effort reflects growing concern among regulators about the integrity risks of live, play-by-play betting features. While some states appear satisfied with recent industry-led adjustments, New Jersey officials say additional action may be necessary, ...
Major Sweeps Operator Stake.us to Shut Down in California
Sweepstakes casino platform Stake.us is preparing to shut down operations in California on December 30, as the state moves toward an outright ban of online sweepstakes gaming that takes effect on January 1. The decision highlights a pivotal moment in California’s shifting legal landscape, signaling broader changes that could affect both operators and players in the months ahead. Stake.us is ...
bet365 Set for December 1 Launch in Missouri
Missouri is set to launch legal sports wagering on December 1. One of the operators that will become immediately available is bet365, a prominent sportsbook partnered with the St. Louis Cardinals. The launch marks the latest expansion of a major international sportsbook into the U.S. market, giving Missouri bettors access to mobile wagering ahead of the winter sports calendar. The ...
SHU Poll Shows Concern Among Sports Bettors
A new national poll suggests recent sports gambling scandals are eroding bettor confidence across multiple leagues. Conducted by GreatBlue Research for Sacred Heart University, the survey of active sports bettors found widespread awareness of high-profile NBA and NCAA investigations, with growing concern about the integrity of professional and college competitions. The findings highlight how mounting headlines around insider betting and ...