Fanatics has rolled out a new app designed to bring several of its gaming products under one digital roof. The platform, called Fanatics Sports & Casino, combines the operator’s sportsbook, online casino and prediction market offerings into a single experience for customers. The move eliminates the need for separate accounts across Fanatics’ gaming products. Users can access eligible services through one login and maintain a single FanCash balance, simplifying how … FanDuel is rolling out several new sportsbook features ahead of the 2026 NFL season, including a loyalty program, expanded injury protection, and additional research tools. The operator announced the updates as part of an effort to give bettors more ways to manage wagers and research NFL markets within its platform. This aligns with its commitment to responsible gaming by encouraging users to make more informed selections with easier access to … MGM Resorts and BetMGM are committing $320,000 to responsible gaming initiatives as part of Responsible Gaming Education Month in September. The funding will support research, problem gambling organizations, and other player protections. It’s an increase from the $250,000 that was contributed last year at this time. The move positions BetMGM as one of the industry leaders in responsible gaming, which has become even more important with problem gambling becoming more … The PGA Tour is strengthening its approach to fan behavior as sports wagering becomes a larger part of the professional golf landscape. Tournament officials are introducing additional security measures and emphasizing existing conduct policies amid concerns that some spectators may cross the line between following betting markets and interacting with players. Sports betting has become increasingly intertwined with professional sports since legalization expanded across multiple U.S. states. Golf, which offers … The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has launched a new initiative aimed at reducing athlete harassment related to sports betting. The regulator announced its “Bet on Respect” campaign on Aug. 31, outlining new measures that could result in bettors being excluded from sportsbooks and casinos if they are found to have harassed athletes. Under the new initiative, the MGC can investigate reports of athlete harassment and potentially place offenders on Massachusetts’ … Fanatics Sportsbook has agreed to pay a $20,000 fine in Colorado after one of its VIP hosts sent two text messages to a user who had placed himself on the state’s self-exclusion list. According to The Denver Post, the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission approved the penalty as part of an agreement that also requires Fanatics to review past communications with self-excluded customers and provide additional staff training. The consequences … As football season returns, DraftKings is preparing a large-scale promotional event designed to engage customers across its expanding product lineup. The company announced that Sept. 2 will be branded as “DraftKings Gameday,” a one-day campaign featuring promotions, giveaways, product updates, and in-person activations ahead of the NFL and college football seasons. The timing is notable for DraftKings, which enters the 2026 football season with its recently expanded Super App ecosystem. … Sports wagering volume remained strong throughout July, reaching more than $566 million in total bets. The month included several major international sporting events, including knockout-round matches from the FIFA World Cup, which helped drive betting activity. The latest figures also extended a notable streak for the market. July became the 11th consecutive month in which North Carolina sportsbooks handled more than $500 million in wagers. That consistency suggests the state’s … Colorado’s commercial casinos generated $103.2 million in revenue during July, marking a 2.9% increase from the same month last year and surpassing the $100 million threshold for the month. Data released by the Colorado Department of Revenue showed continued growth across the state’s gaming industry, with both slot machines and table games contributing to the increase. The results reflect steady performance across Colorado’s three casino markets: Black Hawk, Cripple Creek, … Sports betting-related harassment continues to be a problem for professional baseball players, with a new MLB player poll showing how common these interactions have become. According to The Athletic, 81 of 100 MLB players surveyed said they have been confronted or contacted by a fan over a sports betting loss, with some reporting threats involving themselves and their families. The responses collected by The Athletic show that the harassment comes … Fanatics has launched a new season-long NFL campaign featuring actor Luke Wilson and NFL legend Calvin Johnson, along with social media star Livvy Dunne. Known as “Fanatics Town Hall,” the campaign will promote the Fanatics App and FanCash throughout the 2026 NFL season. The goal is for Fanatics to connect more of its sports products and services through its rewards program. The campaign is designed to promote FanCash as the … PGA Tour Champions golfer Matt Gogel has received a six-month suspension for violating the PGA Tour’s sports betting rules. Gogel placed wagers on professional golf events in 2024 and 2025, although the Tour confirmed that he did not bet on tournaments he played in. His suspension runs through Feb. 22, 2027. The case highlights how the PGA Tour may need to strengthen its existing programs to fully inform players about …
Fanatics Combines Betting, Casino and Prediction Markets Into One App
FanDuel Launches New Sportsbook Features for 2026 NFL Season
MGM Resorts, BetMGM Increase Responsible Gaming Investment
PGA Tour Reassesses Tournament Security Amid Rising Betting-Related Incidents
Massachusetts Targets Sports Betting Athlete Harassment
Fanatics Sportsbook Fined $20K Over Self-Exclusion Violation
DraftKings Unveils Football Season Campaign With One-Day Gameday Event
North Carolina Sportsbooks Post Strong Revenue Rebound as Tax Collections Rise
Colorado Gaming Revenue Reaches New July Milestone With $103.2 Million
New Poll Shows MLB Players Dealing With Sports Betting Harassment
Fanatics Launches NFL Campaign Highlighting FanCash Rewards
Matt Gogel Suspended for PGA Tour Betting Violation
Betting on the Little League World Series is drawing attention from Congress as offshore sportsbooks continue to offer wagers on the youth tournament. According to USA Today, Rep. Kevin Kiley, who chairs the House Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, called the practice “deeply troubling” and said his committee is looking at possible next steps. The Little League World Series is not available to bet on at regulated … It seems bet365 isn’t finished yet with expanding its North American footprint as the operator has officially announced its launch in West Virginia. It means that as of August 27, the bet365 sportsbook and online casino is completely legal to use in the Mountain State. Call it perfect timing as the West Virginia Mountaineers college football team opens the 2026 season on September 5 against Coastal Carolina, and the 2026 … The MLB Players Association (MLBPA) is open to restricting personalized marketing involving players following scrutiny over a Bryce Harper video sent to a FanDuel VIP user. The issue was initially raised in a letter from Rep. Paul Tonko and other lawmakers. The MLBPA told lawmakers it is willing to support new restrictions that would prevent players from participating in personalized marketing tied to sportsbook VIP programs. MLBPA General Counsel Jeffrey … FanDuel is expanding its responsible gambling partnership with Kindbridge Behavioral Health, which began in 2024, adding more resources aimed at addressing problem gambling. It now includes mental health assessments, early-intervention programs, and employee education. It also features access to support services, highlighting that responsible gaming remains a priority for FanDuel. Kindbridge is an online mental health provider that specializes in problem gambling and other behavioral health concerns, making it a … Caesars Sportsbook has been hit with one of the largest responsible gaming-related penalties ever issued to an online sports betting operator in New Jersey after regulators found multiple compliance failures involving responsible gambling requirements. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) finalized a civil penalty against Caesars Sportsbook that includes a $251,250 fine and an additional disgorgement payment of $45,465.38. The action stems from violations tied to responsible gaming … Virginia’s online casino debate has taken a new turn after several lawmakers who supported legalization efforts received significant campaign contributions following the 2026 legislative session. The donations, first reported by Virginia political journalist David Poole, have prompted renewed scrutiny from opponents of online casino expansion. While supporters of regulated iGaming argue legalization could create a controlled market and new state revenue streams, critics are questioning the timing and size of … The IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) division is warning football fans about the risks of illegal sports betting ahead of the 2026 season. The agency says unlicensed gambling operations can be tied to financial crimes including money laundering, tax evasion, and wire fraud. They also expose bettors to fewer consumer protections than regulated sportsbooks. The goal in issuing this warning is to deter users from playing at illegal offshore sportsbooks as … The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is investigating unusual betting activity connected to former Arizona Cardinals scouting executive Ryan Gold, adding another layer to an NFL gambling case that has already drawn regulatory scrutiny. Gold was previously suspended indefinitely by the NFL for violating the league’s gambling policy after the league determined he shared confidential information related to Arizona’s 2026 NFL Draft plans. The NFL determined that Ryan Gold provided insider information … Nebraska has become the latest state to put the future of online sports betting in voters’ hands. State officials have certified two related ballot measures that would let residents decide whether mobile sports wagering should become legal and regulated statewide. The certification means the proposals will appear on the Nov. 3, 2026, general election ballot. If approved, Nebraska could join the growing list of states that allow residents to place … College football futures betting has long been a popular preseason market, but DraftKings believes bettors are approaching 2026 differently. According to longtime DraftKings oddsmaker Johnny Avello, uncertainty surrounding modern college football rosters has made it more difficult for both sportsbooks and customers to confidently evaluate teams before the season begins. The shifting landscape of college athletics has created a situation where programs can look dramatically different from one year to … DraftKings has extended its sports betting agreement with Boot Hill Casino & Resort, strengthening the operator’s long-term position in the Kansas sports betting market. The new 10-year agreement comes as Boot Hill also secured a three-year extension of its sports wagering management contract with the Kansas Lottery. Kansas retail and online sports betting went live in September 2022. Sports betting is offered through the Kansas Lottery and the private managers … With MLB moving to Las Vegas with the Athletics heading into the 2028 season, there are construction projects surrounding the new stadium. Built on the former site of the Tropicana Las Vegas on the Las Vegas Strip, there were plans for casino resort operator Bally’s to build two hotel towers, a casino and sportsbook, retail and dining space, along with a nine-acre plaza alongside this ballpark. However, this construction project …
Little League World Series Betting Draws Congressional Scrutiny
Bet365 Sportsbook & Casino app makes West Virginia Debut
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MLBPA Open to Making Changes to Sports Betting Policy
FanDuel Expands Partnership with Kindbridge for Enhanced Responsible Gaming
New Jersey Hands Caesars Sportsbook One of Its Largest Responsible Gaming Penalties
Virginia Online Casino Debate Intensifies Amid Questions Over Post-Session Campaign Donations
IRS Warns Football Bettors About Illegal Sportsbooks Ahead of 2026 NFL Season
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Investigating Former Arizona Cardinals’ Scout Ryan Gold
Nebraska Voters Set to Decide Future of Mobile Sports Betting This November
Why Sportsbooks Are Taking a Measured View of College Football Futures
DraftKings Extends Agreement With Boot Hill Casino in Kansas
Bally’s Project in Las Vegas Has Financial Questions
Missouri’s sports betting market was promoted as a new source of funding for public education when voters approved legalization. Less than two years later, some lawmakers are questioning whether the financial benefits match what supporters suggested during the campaign. New concerns emerged this week as state officials and legislators discussed how sports betting revenue is being used and whether it is making a meaningful impact on education funding. While money … According to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), online casinos in the Keystone State earned approximately $311.9 million in revenue for July. It was the sixth-highest total in state history since they went live in 2019. It was a 12.3% year-over-increase from last July and a 2.9% increase from June. Overall, it has been a highly successful year for Pennsylvania online casinos, with month-by-month improvements across the board. The state … According to the Michigan Gaming Control Board, July was the slowest month of the year for sports betting handle at just over $350 million. However, this was a 25% year-over-year increase from last July, which is due to the fact that the World Cup was being played for the first half of the month. FanDuel and DraftKings continue to dominate market share in Michigan. It’s no surprise to see that … Arizona’s sports betting market hit a new milestone in June, but the record-setting month did not translate into a larger payday for state coffers. According to figures released by the Arizona Department of Gaming, bettors wagered more than $660 million during June, a year-over-year increase of more than $120 million. The total represents one of the highest monthly handles ever recorded in the state and underscores the continued growth of … After FanDuel recently defended its VIP program following an inquiry from government officials amid a recent scandal involving MLB star Bryce Harper and a user dealing with problem gambling, those claims have been met with criticism. According to Legal Sports Report, U.S. Rep. Paul Tonko criticized FanDuel’s position, calling for the SAFE Bet Act to be passed for sports betting reform. The move is to raise awareness on how VIP …
Missouri Education Funding Debate Grows as Sports Betting Revenue Lags
Pennsylvania Online Casinos Earn Over $300M in July Revenue
Michigan Sees Lowest Sports Betting Handle of the Year in July
Arizona’s Record Betting Handle Reveals Limits of Sports Wagering Tax Revenue
Rep. Paul Tonko Criticizes FanDuel VIP Program
