Massachusetts regulators are poised to approve new rules that would place limits on how sportsbooks can restrict individual bettors, marking a potential first for the U.S. sports betting industry. The proposed regulations aim to bring greater transparency and consistency to player limits, an issue that has drawn increasing scrutiny as legal sports wagering continues to develop across the country. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is expected to vote this coming Thursday … Lawmakers and regulators in several major U.S. sports betting markets are weighing new restrictions on in-play and props betting, signaling continued scrutiny of how legal betting is offered. Proposals under discussion in states such as New York, New Jersey, and Indiana reflect growing concerns around betting integrity and player protections, even as regulated sports wagering continues to expand nationwide. In New York, the debate intensified this past week after Democratic … Chicago officials continue to weigh new taxes on sports betting as part of an ongoing effort to close a major budget shortfall. A proposed levy included in an alternative city budget has intensified debate between lawmakers and the gaming industry. Operators warn that higher local taxes could compound existing state and county costs, reshaping the sports betting market in the city. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City Council remain … President Donald Trump said he would consider eliminating the federal tax on gambling winnings, raising the possibility of a significant change to how bettors are taxed in the United States. Speaking to reporters, Trump did not outline specific details or a timeline, but framed the idea as part of a broader discussion around tax policy. Under current law, gambling winnings are treated as taxable income at the federal level, a … Underdog is preparing to shut down its sports betting operations in North Carolina, the only state where its sportsbook is currently active. The company has notified regulators that it will stop accepting wagers on December 16, 2025, and will settle all remaining bets shortly afterward. The exit comes as Underdog pivots its strategy, marking a significant shift in how the operator approaches regulated gaming in the state. Underdog’s exit from … 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, … Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), the first U.S. pro table tennis league, is preparing to enter the regulated sports betting space in early 2026. The league has announced partnerships with Integrity Compliance 360 (IC360) and ALT Sports Data to support the development and launch. Working together, they will build the infrastructure needed to introduce legal, league-approved sports betting markets across all MLTT events. Additionally, they will establish a best-in-class integrity … 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 … A new survey from the University of Maryland shows a significant rise in problem gambling since the state legalized online sports betting. The findings are fueling renewed debate over the social impact of expanded wagering access. The survey was conducted by the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. They found that rates of “disordered gambling,” which is defined as persistent, harmful … The Wyoming Gaming Commission (WGC) announced that the Cowboy State is now participating in the National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (NVSEP). Individuals can access the self-exclusion link on the WGC website. This applies to legal online sports betting, pari-mutual wagering, and skill-based amusement games. Wyoming is enhancing its responsible gaming framework. This new RG tool provides gamblers with a convenient, centralized resource for individuals who wish to restrict their access to … Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier has pleaded not guilty in federal court to charges alleging his involvement in a gambling scheme tied to his on-court performance during an NBA game in 2023. The case is part of a broader federal investigation into illegal sports betting operations connected to professional sports. Rozier is charged with wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering in connection with an alleged betting scheme tied … The Caesars Rewards Shop is live on the Caesars Palace Online Casino app. It means Caesars Entertainment’s iGaming customers can use Caesars Rewards Credits for bonus spins on eligible slot games, alongside existing options like casino bonus cash. Members still have the option to redeem credits for dining, entertainment, and hotel stays at Caesars Entertainment properties across the country, including Las Vegas and Atlantic City. The new online option gives …
Massachusetts Considers Stricter Rules on Sportsbook Player Limits
States Consider New Limits On Live And Prop Sports Betting
Chicago Still Considering New Sports Betting Tax to Address Budget Gap
Trump Considers Changing Federal Taxes on Gambling Winnings
Underdog Ends North Carolina Sportsbook, Fantasy Games Remain Available
NCAA Resolves Sports Betting Case Against Former San Francisco Student-Athlete
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Major League Table Tennis Launching Regulated Wagering
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SGLA Sees NY Social Plus Games Ban Costing The State Hundreds Of Millions
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Bill Gelman
Maryland Survey Finds Sharp Rise in Problem Gambling After Online Sports Betting Launch
Wyoming Participating In National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program
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Bill Gelman
Terry Rozier Pleads Not Guilty in Federal NBA Gambling Case
Caesars Rewards Shop Debuts On Caesars Palace Online Casino
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ESPN has entered a new multi-year sports betting partnership with DraftKings, a move that company executives have described as a strong strategic fit for the network’s next phase in betting content. In public comments, ESPN’s sports betting leadership spoke favorably about the collaboration, framing the deal as a key step in resetting and expanding the company’s approach to the betting market following its prior sportsbook arrangement. The new partnership between … Indiana state representative Ethan Manning has introduced legislation that would prohibit the operation of sweepstakes casinos in the state. The proposal, filed as part of House Bill 1052, seeks to define and penalize certain dual-currency gaming platforms that resemble traditional casino gambling. If passed, the measure would represent a significant shift in how Indiana regulates sweepstakes-based gaming models. The bill defines a “sweepstakes game” as one that: Uses a dual-currency … Maine lawmakers have introduced new legislation that would ban online sweepstakes casinos in the state, targeting the dual-currency payment systems commonly used by these platforms. Filed on Dec. 3, the bill defines and restricts the use of currencies such as Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins. It grants the Maine Gambling Control Unit broad authority to determine what qualifies as a prohibited dual-currency system. The proposal marks a significant step toward … New York has officially banned sweepstakes casinos after Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Senate Bill 5935 into law, making the platforms illegal statewide effective immediately. The legislation targets the dual-currency business model commonly used by sweepstakes operators and authorizes significant financial penalties for violations, along with potential loss of gaming licensure. The move places New York among a growing number of states taking formal action against sweepstakes-style gambling platforms. When SB5935 … New York’s sports betting market continues shattering records. Looking at the November results released by the New York State Gaming Commission, total sports betting revenue was $280.5 million. It crushes the previous record of $248.9 million set in May. The figure also tops October’s $238.7 million. Monthly handle exceeded $2.6 billion for the second straight month. The total amount wagered ranks No. 2 on the all-time list, and $36 million … Missouri’s newly launched sports betting market is off to a striking start, with geolocation provider GeoComply reporting heavy activity in the first 24 hours of legal wagering. More than 2.6 million geolocation checks and over a quarter-million active accounts were recorded on day one, signaling strong demand as bettors gained access to eight regulated online sportsbooks at launch. This is one of the clearest indications yet of how quickly Missouri … New York is entering a pivotal stretch in its effort to regulate online gaming, as a bill that would ban sweepstakes-style casino platforms now sits on Governor Kathy Hochul’s desk. Lawmakers have given final approval to the measure, setting up a December 31 deadline for the governor to either sign it into law or stop it from taking effect. The decision comes amid heightened scrutiny of sweepstakes casinos and growing … TheScore Bet is once again operating on American soil. The official launch day was December 1, which happened to be the same date Missouri sports betting went live. The Penn Entertainment-owned brand is live in 21 U.S. jurisdictions. The original Missouri sports betting plans did not include theScore Bet, as the slot belonged to ESPN Bet. Once Penn and Disney, ESPN’s parent company, mutually agreed to end their partnership early, … Circa Sports’ emergence as one of Missouri’s first licensed sportsbooks marks a significant win for the upstart operator in a market dominated by national giants. Selected alongside DraftKings for one of only two untethered online licenses, Circa secured its place by offering a distinctly different model. It’s centered on high-limit wagering, lower holds, and a traditional sportsbook approach that appealed to state regulators looking to broaden the legal betting market. … New York’s Gaming Facility Location Board has approved all three downstate casino proposals, advancing major developments backed by Hard Rock International, Bally’s Corporation, and Genting Americas. The unanimous vote clears the way for each project to seek final licensing from the New York State Gaming Commission, positioning New York City to gain its first full-scale commercial casinos as early as later this month. Below is a brief breakdown of what … BetMGM is now offering mobile and retail sports betting to Missouri residents. It’s one of the brands that went live early Monday morning, 12:01 CT to be exact, when the Missouri sports betting market officially launched. This brings the total to 30 markets where BetMGM has mobile and retail offerings. The newest BetMGM retail sportsbook opened at Century Casino & Hotel Cape Girardeau. It’s part of the operator’s market access … Pennsylvania’s long-running battle over the legality of so-called “skill games” has reached a pivotal moment, as the state Supreme Court prepares to issue a ruling that could reshape the future of the machines statewide. The decision is expected to bring long-awaited clarity to an industry operating in a legal gray area. Skill games are touchscreen machines that resemble traditional slot machines but claim to rely on a player’s ability to …
ESPN Bullish on New DraftKings Partnership
Indiana Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos
Maine Introduces Anti-Sweeps Bill
New York Sweepstakes Ban is Official
New York Sportsbooks Report $280.5 Million For November
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Missouri Sports Betting Launch Shows Heavy Engagement
New York Sweepstake Casino Ban Advances With Senate Bill 5935
Penn Entertainment Completes theScore Bet Rebranding
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Bill Gelman
Why Circa Became One of Missouri’s First Sportsbooks
New York Approves Three Downstate Casinos
BetMGM Sportsbook Goes Live In Missouri
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court to Decide Fate of Skill Games
New York lawmakers are weighing whether to allow fixed-odds horse racing to be offered through the state’s mobile sportsbooks, following testimony from the New York Racing Association (NYRA) during a recent legislative hearing. The proposal aims to modernize how racing is wagered on in the state and could signal a significant shift for an industry facing declining engagement. During the recent hearing, NYRA outlined its case for bringing fixed-odds horse-race … DraftKings is rolling out something new and exciting for Spanish-speaking customers of its online casino and sportsbook. The Boston-based company announced the launch of a Spanish-language experience available within the DraftKings Sportsbook & Casino app. According to the press release, this new offering will roll out initially to select existing customers in the U.S. and Ontario, Canada markets. It did not mention specific states or jurisdictions. The plan is for … One day NCAA student-athletes may be legally allowed to bet on NFL and NBA games. However, even though it has been previously reported that the Association approved lifting its ban on pro sports betting, the rule change has been rescinded. The NCAA released a statement earlier this week explaining the decision. “After a procedural 30-day period, two-thirds of the Division I member schools have voted to rescind a previously approved … Less than a week from now, DraftKings Sportsbook along with eight other Missouri sports betting apps will be live in the Show Me State. The official Missouri sports betting launch takes place at 12:01 a.m. December 1. In celebration of the Missouri market going live, DraftKings is hosting a ceremonial first bet event at The Palladium. Missouri sports legends Tony Gonzalez, Isaac Bruce, and Brett Hull will be part of … Sweepstakes casinos are exiting the state of Tennessee following the signing of HB 1885 / SB 2136 into law by Gov. Bill Lee on May 22, 2026. The new legislation prohibits sweepstakes casinos from operating within the state. The ban follows a number of companies, like A1 Development, that were either exiting Tennessee or scaling back their offerings in recent weeks, a trend that had raised questions about the potential …
New York Considers Fixed-Odds Horse Racing on Mobile Sportsbooks
DraftKings Introduces Spanish-Language Online Sportsbook And Casino App
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Bill Gelman
NCAA Division I Schools Rescind Pro Sports Betting Rules Change
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Bill Gelman
DraftKings Shares December 1 Missouri Sports Betting Launch Plans
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Sweepstakes Casinos Exit Tennessee as Operators Pull Back Services
