A new survey, known as the American Sports Fanship Survey, highlights the increasing popularity of sports betting in the United States. This survey included over 3,000 respondents. It was conducted by the Siena Research Institute and St. Bonaventure University’s Jandoli School of Communication. The data found that 52% of men under 50 have at least one betting account. It shows that the majority of sports bettors are relatively young, which … For the first time in history, PA online slot revenue broke $200 million for a single month. According to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), gross revenue for online slots in March 2026 totaled $201,363,554 on approximately $5.255 billion total wagers. The figures point to an estimated 96% Return to Player (RTP) rate, with regulated iGaming apps retaining just above 3.8% of overall spin bets. The March 2026 gross revenue … The March revenue report from the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) is the latest evidence that the New Jersey online casino industry is showing no signs of slowing down. It almost was a new all-time record month as the $272.1 million fell just shy of December’s $273.2 million. The result is 11.6% higher than the $243.9 million earned during the same period last year. March was the latest month in … FanDuel has launched a new feature that allows bettors to insure player prop wagers against in-game injuries, known as Bet Protect+. This involves users paying a small additional charge at 3% of the total stake (a $3 fee on a $100 wager) to safeguard their bets if a player exits a game early due to injury. When the protection is applied, affected single bets are reimbursed as cash instead of … DraftKings and FanDuel have each contributed more than $1 million to the “Tax Relief Nebraska” campaign, a ballot initiative aimed at helping to legalize sports betting in the state. Several other operators have stepped up their financial support in Nebraska’s push to legalize sports betting. In addition to contributions from FanDuel and DraftKings, support for the “Tax Relief Nebraska” campaign has also come from BetMGM and Fanatics. At the same … Potential 2028 presidential candidate Rahm Emanuel has included a 10% federal tax on all US iGaming as part of his 2028 policy aspirations. The tax, to be levied on all iGaming ranging from online sports betting and casino to prediction markets, would be in addition to existing state fees that operators are currently responsible for. In a recent WSJ video interview with columnist Matthew Continetti, the White House Chief of … Clearly, bet365 isn’t done expanding across the United States as the brand is officially live in Michigan. April 17 is the official launch day. It means Michigan gamblers can download the integrated bet365 online sportsbook and iGaming platform. New Jersey and Pennsylvania are the only other states where the combined product is live. Trip Stoddard, Head of Business Development at Bet365, said “We’re excited to bring Bet365 to Michigan and … Tennessee lawmakers are advancing legislation to ban sweepstakes casinos with House Bill 1885, which was introduced by Rep. Scott Cepicky and Rep. Clay Doggett. Under House Bill 1885, Tennessee lawmakers aim to formally define sweepstakes casinos as unlawful gambling operations. The proposal targets sites that operate using virtual currencies with real-world value. It aims to close what regulators see as a loophole that has allowed these platforms to function outside … Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to plead guilty to federal sports gambling charges, according to his attorney. Prosecutors allege that Jones sold insider information about player availability and health to bettors while working with the Los Angeles Lakers. Jones is scheduled to appear in court on April 28. Jones reportedly provided details about LeBron James while working with the Lakers, sharing this insider knowledge with … After Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear vetoed House Bill 904, the Kentucky General Assembly decided to override this decision. HB 904 will raise the minimum age from 18 to 21 and prohibit certain prop bets on college athletes. Changes will take effect in 90 days. The newly enacted measure introduces a range of updates to Kentucky’s gambling framework, affecting sports betting, horse racing, and daily fantasy sports operations. One of the … Ohio Senator Bill DeMora has publicly opposed the proposed changes to Ohio sports betting with Senate Bill 199 and the Save Ohio Sports Act. Sen. DeMora stated that it would have a negative impact on the market within the state. These public comments signal that the proposed changes could face challenges in progressing through the legislative process. SB 199 focuses on taxation and funding. The bill proposes a 2% tax … Governor Andy Beshear has vetoed legislation, House Bill 904, which would have raised the legal sports betting age in Kentucky from 18 to 21. The bill would also force operators to set a minimum bet limit of $1,000, meaning that this would be the maximum that a player can win in a single wager. It would even ban prop bets on in-state college athletes, focusing on unders rather than overs. …
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Another popular sportsbook is removing credit cards for deposits. bet365 has announced it will no longer allow U.S. users to fund their accounts using credit cards as of April 13th, 2026. It’s worth noting that while credit cards are no longer supported for new deposits, any transactions made prior to April 13th will still be completed as expected. Players can continue to deposit funds through other options, including debit cards … The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) has introduced a free online course to educate high school students about the risks of sports betting. The initiative comes amid growing concern over increased youth exposure to gambling through mobile apps, social media, and sports media advertising. Even though minors aren’t legally permitted to engage in U.S. sports betting, they’re still at risk due to being inundated with advertisements while … Washington D.C. Councilmember Wendell Felder has introduced new legislation, B26-0656, that would legalize online casino gaming while banning sweepstakes casinos. By creating a regulated environment while removing gray area operators, the bill would deter D.C. users from joining offshore platforms, which is a risk when there are no available iGaming platforms. Under the proposal, operators would pay an initial licensing fee of $2 million for a five-year term, with renewals … Major U.S. sportsbook operators, including DraftKings, FanDuel, Fanatics, and Bet365, are increasing their political spending by backing a new political action committee (PAC). This new PAC is aimed at expanding legalized sports betting across the country, according to Axios. The efforts could help push states like Texas towards a path to regulated sports betting. Leading operators DraftKings, FanDuel, Fanatics, and Bet365, each of which are part of the Sports Betting … Online sports betting has officially become legal in Wisconsin after Governor Tony Evers signed Assembly Bill 601. The measure enables the state’s 11 federally recognized tribes to update their gaming compacts to include online wagering. In the lead-up to signing the legislation, Evers consulted with all 11 tribes in the state. While the discussion resulted in him signing the bill, he emphasized that betting revenue needs to be distributed in … The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist orders to 45 offshore gambling operators for illegally offering sports betting to state residents. The action reflects ongoing efforts by the MGCB to enforce state gaming laws and address consumer protection risks that come with unauthorized operators. Among the most notable names identified were BetOnline and BetAnything Sportsbook, alongside more than 40 other unregulated operators. Offshore sportsbooks can present significant risks … The Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted unanimously to reopen the application process for online sports betting licenses. The decision reopens the door for additional operators to enter the state’s regulated market, where a few untethered licenses remain available. There are currently four untethered mobile sports wagering licenses still available in Massachusetts. The term “untethered” means that operators can apply without needing to partner with a land-based casino or racetrack. This structure … A prominent Republican donor, Bob Luddy, is weighing in on North Carolina casinos, urging lawmakers to reject proposed measures. The intervention comes as state legislators continue to consider whether to expand gambling in the state, an issue that has drawn both political support and opposition. Luddy has taken a firm stance against proposed casino developments, arguing they would bring lasting social and financial strain. He pointed to potential increases in … Oklahoma lawmakers are moving closer to banning sweepstakes casinos, as Senate Bill 1589 has advanced through both the Senate and the House Criminal Judiciary Committee. If enacted, the bill would expand enforcement to include not only operators but also affiliated service providers. It’s the latest legal scrutiny faced by sweepstakes casinos across the country. Senate Bill 1589 would place control of iGaming exclusively in the hands of tribal operators governed … Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is set to decide this week on Assembly Bill 601 (AB 601), legislation that would legalize statewide online sports betting under a tribal-controlled framework. The bill, which has already cleared both chambers of the state legislature, would allow mobile wagering while requiring bets to be processed through servers located on tribal lands. Momentum behind AB 601 has been reinforced by significant tribal support, with eight of … Maine Governor Janet Mills has signed Legislative Document 2007 (LD 2007) and Legislative Document 2080 (LD 2080) into law, effectively banning sweepstakes casinos and prohibiting the use of credit cards for gambling transactions. Maine’s decision to ban sweepstakes casinos comes as the state prepares to introduce a fully regulated online casino market. Earlier this year, Governor Janet Mills approved legislation paving the way for legal iGaming, with regulators indicating that … NCAA director Clint Hangebrauck recently made an appearance on NBC’s “Here’s the Scoop” to discuss growing concerns around the manipulation of sports betting markets and their impact on college athletes, calling for changes in state gambling regulations. Hangebrauck outlined how certain categories of wagers, particularly prop bets and emerging microbets, are more susceptible to manipulation, creating integrity risks across college sports. Because these bets often focus on highly specific, individual …
bet365 Removes Credit Cards as Deposit Method
NFHS Course Targets Rising Youth Sports Betting Risks
D.C. Bill Targets Sweepstakes Ban, Legal iGaming Expansion
Sportsbooks Invest Millions in PAC to Push U.S. Betting Expansion
Governor Evers Signs Wisconsin Sports Betting Bill
Michigan Gaming Control Board Targets 40+ Offshore Platforms
Massachusetts Reopens Sports Betting Licenses
GOP Donor Bob Luddy Opposes North Carolina Casino Expansion
Oklahoma SB1589 Advances Amid Growing U.S. Sweepstakes Casino Bans
Wisconsin AB 601: Gov. Evers to Decide on Online Sports Betting
Maine Bans Sweepstakes Casinos, Credit Cards for Gambling
NCAA Urges Limits on Microbets and Prop Bets
Maine’s four Wabanaki Nations have formally joined a federal legal dispute over the state’s new online casino law, stepping into a case originally brought by Churchill Downs, which operates Oxford Casino Hotel. The tribes were brought in to challenge the measure. This includes the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, Mi’kmaq Nation, Passamaquoddy Tribe, and Penobscot Nation. The request to intervene in the lawsuit was quickly approved by a judge. The … Republican candidates in South Carolina’s 2026 race for governor expressed clear differences on the issue of gambling in a recent debate. This could affect momentum towards creating a legal, regulated online betting environment in South Carolina. Gambling policy has become an increasingly prominent issue in South Carolina, as recent years have seen renewed efforts to expand legalization. Progress, however, has been limited in part due to longstanding opposition from Governor … The public continues to express concern about U.S. sports betting, according to a recent report from Ipsos. The findings highlight how many Americans believe that sports betting has an impact on game integrity and player safety. The Ipsos poll underscores a need for operators to strengthen responsible gaming measures to regain consumer trust and improve user protections. This Ipsos poll was conducted from March 20 to 22, 2026. It’s based … PENN Entertainment has announced a new partnership with Birches Health aimed at expanding responsible gaming resources across its digital platforms, theScore Bet and Hollywood Casino. The initiative will integrate support tools, educational content, and access to treatment services directly into the betting experience. By partnering with Birches Health, PENN Entertainment is trying to become an industry leader in responsible gaming. In a recent press release, Adam Kates, Vice President of … Major League Baseball players are raising concerns about an increase in harassment related to sports betting. Cleveland Guardians players recently spoke out about abusive messages from sports bettors. This issue raises concerns about athlete safety and responsible gaming, as online sports betting continues to become embedded in professional sports leagues like MLB. Guardians’ players went into detail about the verbal abuse hurled at them by sports bettors: Nolan Jones received …
Wabanaki Tribes Intervene in Lawsuit Challenging Maine iGaming
SC Governor Race Reveals Split on Gambling as Legalization Momentum Builds
Americans Grow More Concerned About Sports Betting, Per Ipsos Poll
PENN Entertainment Partners with Birches Health to Boost Responsible Gaming
Cleveland Guardians Players Raise Concerns Over Sports Betting Harassment
