A statewide poll of Maine voters shows 64% oppose iGaming. The news comes days before Gov. Janet Mills must decide whether or not to veto the effort to legalize iGambling. The narrow window to make the decision regarding LD 1164 closes on Friday, January 9. The National Association Against iGaming (NAAiG) commissioned the study that was conducted by Lake Research Partners. It showed that 49% of the voters are strongly … Chicago city officials delivered municipal sports betting licenses to major operators—bet365, BetMGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, and Fanatics—just before the new year took effect. This move removed the immediate threat of a shutdown that operators had warned would occur at midnight on January 1. With licenses in hand, the Sports Betting Alliance (SBA) withdrew its motion for a temporary restraining order (TRO), acknowledging that the city acted swiftly to preserve the integrity … Massachusetts lawmakers are facing a March 16 deadline to take action on House Bill 4431 (HB 4431), a proposal that would legalize regulated online casino gaming while prohibiting sweepstakes-style casinos statewide. The timeline sets up a critical decision point as legislators weigh regulation, consumer protections, and the future of online gaming in Massachusetts. HB 4431 is a legislative proposal in Massachusetts that seeks to fundamentally reshape the state’s online gaming … Nevada’s sports betting market recorded approximately $908 million in total wagers in November, marking a nearly 8 percent year-over-year increase. This growth reflects sustained demand across major professional and collegiate sports, offering insight into broader trends shaping the U.S. sports betting industry. Nevada sportsbooks posted one of their strongest months of the year in November, with profitability reaching levels not seen since September 2024. According to data released by the … Modo is adjusting its platform strategy as regulatory pressure reshapes the sweepstakes gaming market. In response to upcoming legal changes, the company is rolling out an updated rewards framework designed to keep players engaged while aligning with evolving compliance requirements. The changes will go live on January 1, 2026, right when the sweepstakes ban takes effect in California. Modo is set to launch a new in-game feature called Modo Stars … The Sports Betting Alliance (SBA), a coalition including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, bet365, and Fanatics, filed a lawsuit in Cook County Circuit Court on December 30, 2025. The group challenged Chicago’s recent budget provisions, which would require separate municipal licenses for sports betting operators alongside the new 10.25% city tax on online wagers placed within city limits. City officials promised to issue these new licenses by December 29, 2025. However, by … Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced enforcement action against dozens of online sweepstakes casino operators, alleging they were offering illegal gambling to state residents. The move targets platforms accused of using virtual currency systems to circumvent Tennessee’s gambling and lottery laws. The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office identified the following online sweepstakes casino platforms as recipients of cease-and-desist letters. Each operator indicated it would comply with the order by removing unlawful … Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal introduced bill A9343, aiming to eliminate all live (in‑play) sports betting options at sportsbooks operating in New York. This proposal comes amid heightened concerns over sports integrity following recent incidents in professional baseball and basketball. In-play betting allows bettors to place wagers during a game, a fast‑growing segment of the industry. For example, 74% of the total handle in the early NFL season for Genius Sports’ BetVision … New York’s online sportsbooks posted one of their weakest profit weeks of the season in the days leading up to Christmas, as bettors collectively outperformed the market. State data shows sportsbooks had a 6% hold of $588.6-million handle during the period, marking a notable decline from recent weeks of stronger operator results. BetMGM posted the most challenging results among New York’s online sportsbooks during the period, despite setting a new … Attorneys for Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier have filed a motion seeking to dismiss federal charges stemming from an alleged sports betting scheme, according to court records. The filing challenges the legal basis of the government’s case, arguing that the conduct described does not meet the threshold for federal wire fraud or money laundering violations. The motion to dismiss centers on a Supreme Court ruling that limits federal fraud prosecutions. … The University of Texas athletic department has reported six additional NCAA violations tied to sports wagering activity by individuals associated with its programs, according to a recent report. The violations involve prohibited betting on daily fantasy sports platforms, like PrizePicks and Underdog. They were self-disclosed as part of the university’s ongoing compliance and monitoring efforts, adding to a growing number of gambling-related infractions reported by the school in recent months. … The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) recently awarded Saratoga Casino Holdings LLC a license to operate in Pennsylvania, marking its entry into the Keystone State’s non‑tribal casino market. The license clears a significant regulatory barrier for the Happy Valley Casino project, underscoring Saratoga’s adherence to state standards and readiness to proceed with its development plans. This development follows a preliminary PGCB approval in November for both slot machines and table …
Statewide Survey Shows Majority Of Maine Voters Oppose iGaming
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Bill Gelman
Chicago Grants Prompts Shift in Legal Strategy with Sports Betting Licenses
Massachusetts HB 4431: Online Casino Legalization, Sweepstakes Ban Near Decision
Nevada Sports Betting Sees Strong November Growth
Modo Stars Set to Launch on January 1 to Comply with Regulatory Changes
Sports Betting Alliance Sues Chicago Over Municipal License Mandate
Tennessee Cracks Down on Illegal Online Sweepstakes Casinos
New York Bill A9343 Proposes Ban on Live Sports Betting
New York Sportsbooks Post Weak Profit Week Ahead of Christmas
Attorneys for Terry Rozier File Motion to Dismiss Federal Sports Betting Charges
Texas Self-Reports Six NCAA Sports Betting Violations Involving Staff
Saratoga Lands Pennsylvania Gaming License, Preps Happy Valley Casino
New Jersey Assembly Bill A1715 was unanimously approved in both the Assembly and Senate before being forwarded to Governor Phil Murphy. Once signed, it will immediately require all public colleges, universities, and community colleges in the state to take proactive measures against compulsive gambling. Institutions must invite the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey at least once per semester, or more, if deemed necessary, to provide on‑campus sessions detailing … The fate of Prime Sportsbook is set to be determined at a court-approved bankruptcy auction scheduled to take place Tuesday, January 13th at 10 a.m. EST. The deadline for qualifying bids is 4 p.m. EST on Tuesday, January 6. AuctionAdvisors has been retained to conduct the bankruptcy auction. Prime Sportsbook is a turnkey digital gaming operation that legally operates in the New Jersey, Kentucky, and Ohio markets. Operated by Out … Chicago officials are debating a proposed city tax on sports betting, a measure aimed at raising new revenue amid ongoing budget pressures. The proposal has drawn criticism from Alderman Gilbert Villegas, who argues that additional taxation could negatively impact legal wagering activity, causing potential legal and economic challenges. Villegas, who is also the chairman of Chicago’s Economic, Capital, and Development Committee, has publicly opposed the proposed sports betting tax in … Thirty-nine states plus the District of Columbia offer legalized sports betting in some form. The list of legal jurisdictions now includes Missouri following the December 1 launch of online and retail sports wagering. However, earlier this week, the FBI issued a PSA to U.S. bettors about the potential risks that come with illegal gambling activities. It highlights that illegal sportsbooks and gaming sites remain prevalent across the U.S. Besides having … Massachusetts lawmakers are weighing whether to expand gambling by legalizing online casino gaming, a move supporters say could generate new revenue but opponents warn may carry social and economic risks. As the debate continues, several influential state officials and industry stakeholders have voiced concerns that could shape the future of iGaming in the state. Rep. David Muradian’s H4431, a proposal that would legalize online casino gaming, was recently revisited by … Chicago’s proposed 2026 budget has drawn scrutiny from the Sports Betting Alliance (SBA), which is raising concerns about a new city tax on sports wagering revenue. The industry group says the measure could affect operators within the city. City officials have framed the proposal as a way to help close a substantial budget shortfall, setting the stage for a debate over the tax’s legal, financial, and market impacts. The SBA … FanDuel and Main Street Sports Group, owner of FanDuel Sports Network, announced the launch of bet tracking. This new interactive viewing feature allows fans in select markets to follow their FanDuel Sportsbook bets in real time while watching live NBA and NHL games on FanDuel Sports Network. This new offering is available in markets where online sports betting is legal, including Missouri. St. Louis Blues games are among those that … Pennsylvania Gaming enjoyed a record-breaking November, as in its best month of all time. Based on the monthly results released by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), combined total revenue generated from all forms of gaming, along with fantasy contests was $623.1 million. It eclipses the previous monthly high of $601.8 million, set back in May. The total gaming revenue saw an increase of 10.8% from the same period last … New York’s long-running push to bring full-scale commercial casinos to New York City has reached its final regulatory stage. The New York State Gaming Commission has officially awarded licenses to three downstate casino projects, completing the approval process and clearing the way for construction and development to move forward. With the New York State Gaming Commission formally awarding the three downstate casino licenses, the projects have moved beyond planning and … NBA Commissioner Adam Silver addressed concerns about league integrity following the emergence of a betting scandal involving Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups. Silver emphasized the NBA’s commitment to maintaining fair competition. These comments come as federal investigations continue, raising broader questions about the impact of legalized sports betting on professional sports. Speaking at a news conference during the NBA Cup final in … The NCAA Committee on Infractions has shared its findings regarding sports betting violations connected to a former University of San Francisco men’s basketball player. The committee approved a negotiated resolution after an investigation uncovered sports betting violations committed by Marcus Williams, a former student-athlete and starting guard for the Dons men’s basketball team. According to the agreement, Williams knowingly provided information to another men’s basketball student-athlete at a different school, … The NBA is urging gaming companies to tighten rules around player prop bets by capping wager limits and restricting the number of “unders” available for players. This would narrow the pool of eligible players and eliminate bets tied to actions on a single play, which the league views as higher risk. The move comes following the recent NBA betting scandal involving Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups. These changes came after …
New Jersey Mandates Campus Gambling Awareness Under AB A1715
Prime Sportsbook’s 2026 Bankruptcy Auction Date Set
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Bill Gelman
Chicago Sports Betting Tax Draws Opposition From Alderman, Industry
FBI Warns U.S. Gamblers About Risks Associated With Illegal Gambling
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Bill Gelman
Massachusetts iGaming Faces Delays as Lawmakers Raise Gambling Concerns
Sports Betting Alliance Warns 2026 Chicago Tax Could Disrupt Market
FanDuel Sports Network Using FanDuel Sportsbook’s Bet Tracking Tool For Select NBA, NHL Games
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Bill Gelman
Record November For PA Sportsbooks Helps Keystone State Eclipse All-Time Gaming Mark
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Bill Gelman
New York Finalizes Licensing for Three Downstate Casino Projects
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Bill Gelman
Adam Silver Warns Betting Scandals Threaten NBA Integrity and Fan Trust
NCAA Resolves Sports Betting Case Against Former San Francisco Student-Athlete
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Bill Gelman
NBA Pushes Tighter Player Prop Bet Rules, Raising Bettor Concerns
The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) has expressed deep disappointment following New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signing of Senate Bill 5935 into law. The legislation bans dual currency sweepstakes casinos from operating in the Empire State. Research from leading consulting firm Eilers & Krejcik shows that Social Plus games contributed over $230 million to New York’s economy in 2024 alone. The SGLA responded to news about the ban by issuing … Connor McDavid is a three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner, an award given to the NHL’s regular season MVP. The center for the Edmonton Oilers also serves as a BetMGM brand ambassador, and his role includes appearing in a new responsible gaming TV commercial alongside former NHL player and actor Terry Ryan. The “Mullett Over” commercial promotes responsible play by reminding customers about BetMGM’s in-app responsible gaming tools and resources. It … A growing number of Americans are becoming uneasy about the expanding footprint of legal sports betting in the United States, according to new polling data. The findings suggest an increased concern on issues such as problem gambling, exposure to younger audiences, and the broader impact of widespread betting access. A recent survey conducted by The Washington Post in partnership with the University of Maryland indicates a noticeable change in how … New Jersey lawmakers and gaming regulators are evaluating proposed legislation that would ban microbetting, a fast-growing form of in-game wagering. The discussion reflects broader concerns around responsible gaming in light of a recent scandal in MLB. New Jersey’s Assembly Tourism, Gaming, and the Arts Committee recently held a public hearing on Assembly Bill A5971. The bill, introduced by Rep. Dan Hutchinson, would ban licensed sportsbooks in the state from offering … New York lawmakers are considering a set of proposed bills that would introduce new consumer protections and marketing restrictions within the state’s legal sports betting market. The measures focus on bettor rights, responsible gaming practices, and limits on how sportsbooks can promote wagering to customers. At the center of the proposed legislation is the Fair Play Act, which seeks to address one of the most controversial practices in legal sports …
SGLA Responds To New York’s Social Plus Games Ban
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Bill Gelman
BetMGM Is Spreading ‘Mullet Over’ RG Message With NHL Star Connor McDavid
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Bill Gelman
Poll Shows Americans Growing More Concerned About Sports Betting Expansion
New Jersey Considers Microbetting Ban Amid Responsible Gaming Concerns
New York Weighs Fair Play and Responsible Gaming Sports Betting Bills
