California is the latest state to ban sweepstakes casinos. Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB831 into law on October 11, meaning the ban will be effective as of January 1, 2026. Outlawing social casinos is becoming a growing trend across the United States. However, California is going to have the biggest impact due to its population of over 39.4 million residents. By comparison, New York has a population of just under … The NCAA’s Division I Administrative Committee has introduced a proposal that would allow commercial logos to appear on student-athletes’ uniforms, apparel, and equipment for the first time. The plan, announced this week, would permit limited branding, with up to two commercial logos on uniforms and one on equipment, during regular-season competition. The proposal aims to modernize NCAA policies in line with the evolving college sports landscape, where schools and athletes … The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has fined PENN Sports Interactive, operator of ESPN Bet, $15,000 for a violation of the state’s sports wagering advertising regulations. The penalty follows comments made by ESPN host Rece Davis during a March 2024 broadcast of College GameDay, in which he referred to a wager as a “risk-free investment.” Regulators determined the statement was misleading and in breach of rules prohibiting advertising that suggests guaranteed or … Rhode Island could soon see more competition in its online sports betting market. State regulators are exploring whether to end the current monopoly held by IGT, which operates Rhode Island’s only legal sportsbook app, known as Sportsbook RI. The Rhode Island Lottery has confirmed that several major sportsbook operators, including FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM, have expressed interest in joining the state’s sports betting market. These companies responded to a recent … Montana’s new online gambling ban took effect on October 1, 2025, making it illegal for unlicensed operators to offer internet-based gaming to state residents, including sweepstakes casinos. Under Senate Bill 555, violations can result in felony charges, fines of up to $50,000, and prison terms of up to 10 years. The law targets unregulated online play but does not affect in-person gambling at tribal casinos or the state lottery. The … Could an NCAA rule change allow student-athletes and athletics departments staff members to bet on professional sports this year? Well, the short answer is yes if the rule change is approved by all three divisions. The NCAA DI Administrative Committee adopted a proposal to permit the rule change effective November 1. Divisions II and III are expected to consider the proposal during their respective meetings later this month. The Division … It seems Evolution is going with the philosophy that two brands are better than one. The company announced this week that Ezugi will be its second live dealer brand in the U.S.-regulated online casino space. Ezugi is live in New Jersey, streaming from Evolution’s state-of-the-art studio in Atlantic City. The company did not share the specific hotel casino where the studio is based, and this information typically isn’t made public. … At this year’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, regulators and tribal gaming leaders discussed how federal oversight should evolve as more tribes explore online gaming opportunities. The panel, featuring current and former officials from the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), highlighted the growing complexity of digital wagering operations that extend beyond tribal lands. Speakers agreed that clearer rules and stronger coordination between tribes, states, and federal agencies will … At this year’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, industry stakeholders warned that the era of sweepstakes casinos may be coming to an end. Once marketed as a legal alternative to traditional online casinos, these sweepstakes platforms are now facing growing legal and regulatory challenges across the United States. With several states issuing cease-and-desist orders and new bans near the finish line, experts say the pressure could accelerate the … Aristocrat Interactive has launched a fully integrated iGaming and sportsbook solution in Michigan via FireKeepers Casino Hotel. This milestone expansion builds on the company’s long-standing relationship with leading Tribal operators like FireKeepers. The announcement highlighted how this underscores Aristocrat Interactive’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge digital gaming experiences. Aristocrat Interactive is the parent company’s online real money gaming division. For FireKeepers, the landmark migration includes Aristocrat Interactive’s full iGaming and sports … The Michigan Gaming Control Board’s “Don’t Regret the Bet” campaign has been named a finalist in two categories at the 2025 PRNEWS Platinum Awards. The responsible-gaming initiative, which promotes safer gambling habits and helps prevent addiction, earned recognition for Campaign of the Year and Video Series. Winners will be announced on October 7, 2025. The PRNEWS Platinum Awards are among the most respected honors in the communications and marketing industry, … Las Vegas Sands Corp. has announced it will shut down its digital gaming division, ending a project that once aimed to bring live-dealer casino games to online markets. The decision will eliminate about 300 to 400 jobs, including roughly 150 positions in Las Vegas. The decision marks a strategic pivot to focus on Las Vegas Sands’ core markets in Asia, with a renewed focus on its large-scale resort operations in …
California Governor Newsom Signs AB831 Into Law – Sweepstakes Casinos Banned Effective January 1, 2026
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Bill Gelman
NCAA Could Allow Commercial Logos on Team Apparel
MGC Fines PENN For ESPN Analyst’s Comments
Rhode Island Could Open Doors to More Operators
Montana Sweepstakes Ban Now in Effect
NCAA Considering Proposal To Eliminate Pro Sports Betting Ban
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Bill Gelman
Evolution Launches Ezugi As Second Live Dealer Brand To N.J. Players
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Bill Gelman
Tribal Gaming Leaders at G2E Call for Clearer Rules in Online Gaming
Sweepstakes Casino Bans Could Spark Regulated iGaming Expansion
FireKeepers Takes Significant Digital Step Forward Via Aristocrat’s Interactive’s Solution Launch
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Bill Gelman
MGCB Responsible Gaming Initiative Gaining Recognition – Finalist for PRNEWS Platinum Awards
Las Vegas Sands Shuts Down iGaming Division
BetRivers players will soon have the option to seamlessly fund their sportsbook and online casino accounts using cryptocurrency. The new payment method comes as a result of a landmark agreement between parent company Rush Street Interactive (RSI) and BurraPay. The latter is the leading provider of secure and compliant cryptocurrency payment solutions for the regulated casino gaming industry. BurraPay will integrate its crypto payment solution directly into RSI’s BetRivers gaming … DraftKings has partnered with behavioral health technology company Evive to enhance its responsible gaming efforts and provide players with more personalized support resources. The integration adds Evive’s evidence-based tools, which include behavioral prompts, educational content, and individualized support, to DraftKings’ existing Responsible Gaming Center. “Teaming up with Evive reinforces our commitment to responsible gaming by making additional tools and resources available that can be tailored to customers,” said Lori Kalani, … Minnesota regulators continue to crack down on unlicensed online gambling, targeting offshore sportsbooks and sweepstakes casinos. The Alcohol and Gaming Enforcement division (AGE) has contacted 21 operators since June, warning that continued non-compliance could jeopardize future licensing once sports betting is legalized. Here is the full list of offshore platforms that the AGE has contacted: BetAnySports BetNow BetOnline BetUS BetWhale Bovada CoinCasino Everygame Sportsbook Fortune Coins Golden Hearts Games Golden … The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered six offshore online casinos to stop operating in the state. The list includes Fortune Horizon Casino, Goat Spins Casino, High Roller Casino, Slots.lv, True Fortune Casino, and Vegas Gems Casino. The latest cease-and-desist order follows the MGCB’s action against eight other offshore online casinos, including Bspin, Everygame, Everygame Sports, Kudos, PlayCroco, Slots of Vegas, Spin Dimension, and Super Slots. Licensed online casinos … When the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) opens next week in Las Vegas, ODDSworks will be there showcasing 19 new online game titles. The Remote Gaming Server technology company announced that it will showcase 19 online game titles, including iGaming versions of stepper slots. The company will be featuring the latest land-based video slots, video poker, and table games content as well. Larry DeMar, president of ODDSworks, talked about how the … VGW, the company behind popular sweepstakes gaming sites such as Chumba Casino, LuckyLand Slots, and Global Poker, has introduced custom spending limits for its highest-spending players. The move is part of its effort to promote responsible play in a fast-growing industry often criticized for blurring the line between casual gaming and online gambling. VGW’s custom spending limit is triggered once a user spends more than $2,000 lifetime across its Chumba … PrizePicks has partnered with Danish firm Mindway to strengthen its player protection efforts by adding AI tools that can help identify signs of problem gambling. The move comes as the daily fantasy sports operator adjusts its business strategy and expands into new areas, reflecting broader changes in the fast-growing U.S. gaming industry. The PrizePicks and Mindway partnership was announced on October 1, marking a new step in how daily fantasy … Bragg Gaming Group has expanded its presence in the U.S. online casino market through a new partnership with Caesars Entertainment in West Virginia. This adds to Bragg’s list of available states, which also includes New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Connecticut, and Delaware. For Caesars, teaming up with Bragg in West Virginia is another way to continue to strengthen its position in the competitive U.S. online casino market. For Bragg, it represents … Publishers Clearing House (PCH), the well-known sweepstakes company, is taking new steps to rebuild trust with its players after a challenging year. Now owned by ARB Interactive, the company has launched a Prize Protection Program. PCH is best known for its decades of door-to-door prize patrol promotions, where they would surprise sweepstakes winners at their homes with oversized checks, balloons, and cameras. ARB is a company with a growing presence … New York lawmakers are looking at a proposal to change how mobile sports betting platforms treat their customers. The measure, called the “Fair Play Act” (Assembly Bill A09125), would stop sportsbooks from limiting how much or how often someone can wager just because that person wins often or places a lot of bets. Introduced by Assemblymember Alex Bores on September 26, the bill is now in the Assembly Committee on … When the NBA on Prime Video debuts later this month, it will include a sports betting component. The specifics are now clearer as FanDuel announced a partnership with Amazon to become the official odds provider and partner of the NBA and WNBA on Prime. This partnership begins on Friday, October 24, when the Boston Celtics visit the New York Knicks (7:30 p.m. ET) and the Los Angeles Lakers host the … A third sweepstakes casino has announced its departure from California as state lawmakers move closer to banning this industry. Ruby Sweeps ended operations in the state on September 25, joining platforms like High 5 Casino and Carnival Citi that have already exited ahead of Assembly Bill 831, a measure awaiting Gov. Gavin Newsom’s decision. The bill, which passed unanimously in the Legislature, would make operating or supporting sweepstakes casinos illegal …
RSI’s BetRivers Online Casino And Sportsbook Products Adding BurraPay’s Cryptocurrency Payment Solution
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Bill Gelman
DraftKings Upgrades Responsible Gaming Tools with Responsible Gaming Partnership
Minnesota Cracking Down on Offshore Platforms to Prepare for Regulated Market
MGCB Issues Cease-and-Desist to Six More Offshore Online Casinos
ODDSworks Ready To Ramp Up iGaming Content Next Week At G2E
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Bill Gelman
VGW Introduces Spending Limits on High-Stakes Players
PrizePicks Partners with Mindway for Responsible Gaming Tools
Caesars Expands Partnership with Bragg Gaming in West Virginia
ARB Interactive Introduces Prize Protection for PCH Sweepstakes
New York Introduces Fair Play Act to Prevent Limits on Successful Bettors
FanDuel Announces Exclusive Partnership With Amazon For NBA And WNBA On Prime Games
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Bill Gelman
Ruby Sweeps Becomes Third Sweepstakes Casino to Exit California Market
DraftKings has announced a multi-year agreement with NBCUniversal to execute exclusive integrations and digital sponsorships across top-tier sports properties. NBC’s sports portfolio includes the NFL, NBA, Premier League, next year’s Super Bowl LX, NCAA Football, the PGA Tour, and more. “We’re proud to join forces with NBCUniversal, an iconic name in sports entertainment, in a landmark multi-year agreement that brings together two industry leaders,” said Stephanie Sherman, chief marketing officer … Hard Rock Bet is teaming up with digital identity company Prove to make it easier and safer for players to sign up and play on its sportsbook and casino app. The partnership will introduce new tools that automatically verify users’ information, reduce fraud, and streamline the registration process, aiming to provide players with a smoother and more secure experience. Hard Rock Bet is a licensed U.S. sportsbook currently available in … The Missouri sports betting picture is becoming clearer as the December 1 launch approaches. This includes finally getting an answer regarding which pro sports team Underdog is linking up with regarding market access. Underdog and MLB’s Kansas City Royals announced a multi-year partnership Monday afternoon. Besides market access, the deal includes marketing campaigns and philanthropic efforts. As far as why the Royals, Stacie Stern, Underdog’s senior vice president of government … California’s long-running debate over sports betting legalization is once again at an impasse, as tribal gaming leaders and commercial sportsbook operators clash over the path forward. A “YES Pledge” campaign introduced by the Sports Betting Alliance (SBA) has drawn public rejection from the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA). This underscores persistent tensions that continue to complicate prospects for a unified ballot measure in the nation’s largest gaming market. The … Sidepot, the sweepstakes casino platform operated by Fliff Inc., has withdrawn from the Arizona market, making it the seventh operator to exit the state amid heightened regulatory scrutiny. The move follows recent enforcement actions by the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG), which has stepped up efforts to curb the presence of sweepstakes casinos in the state. While Arizona law does not explicitly outlaw sweepstakes-style gaming platforms, the ADG has relied …
NBCUniversal, DraftKings Announce Multi-Year Collaboration For Major Sports Properties
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Bill Gelman
Hard Rock Bet Partners with Digital Identity Company to Enhance User Experience
Underdog, Kansas City Royals Agree To Missouri Sports Betting Partnership
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Bill Gelman
YES Pledge for Legal Sports Betting in California Criticized by Tribes
Sidepot Leaves Arizona Market Amid Regulatory Pressure
