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PGA Tour Merger with LIV Golf Complicates Massachusetts Sports Betting
2023/06/14
The recent merger between the PGA Tour and the Saudi-founded LIV Golf has forced many states to reconsider how they will handle betting on golf for the foreseeable futre. And it isn't just smaller markets grappling with the issue. The list includes more mainstream places, such as the Massachusetts sports betting market. Existing gaming laws […]
Plans for Delaware Online Sports Betting Have Been Put on Pause
2023/06/13
Well, it seems online sports betting in Delaware will have to wait another year. And that's at the very least. Lawmakers began discussing the addition of online sports betting to the state's lottery portfolio this past winter. Based on everything we know, they seemed pretty serious about the measure. In the end, though, Delaware did […]
Will Texas Sports Betting be Legalized by 2025?
2023/06/13
Now that the latest Texas sports betting bill has officially flopped, the discussion must shift to what's next. This, of course, entails considering a number of questions. But the answer to one matters more than any others: How far away is Texas from the legalization of sports betting? Gray areas are peppered throughout this issue. It's […]
Barstool 'Can't Lose Parlay' Being Investigated by Massachusetts Sports Betting Officials
2023/06/09
When Barstool was licensed for sports wagering in Massachusetts, they received their green light amid a flurry of push back and controversy. And now they're at the center of push back and controversy once again. Massachusetts sports betting officials are reviewing Barstool's now discontinued "Can't Lose Parlay" promotion to see whether it violated the state's […]
Wisconsin Man Charged in Plot to Hack 'Thousands' of Online Sports Betting Accounts
2023/06/09
A Wisconsin man has been charged for his role in a plot to hack thousands of online sports betting accounts, and the case is already generating plenty of ripple effects throughout the industry. This ordeal is problematic for a bunch of reasons—many of them painfully obvious. Account hackings and overall identity theft are endemic to today's society. All […]
Fliff Being Sued for Illegal California Online Sports Betting
2023/06/09
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Fliff for allegedly offering what amounts to illegal California online sports betting. The outcome of this pending litigation could send shockwaves throughout the daily fantasy and free-to-play apps—not just in Cali, but throughout the entire United States. This lawsuit isn't only about online sports betting in California. Fliff is […]
Kentucky Sports Betting Gets Official Rollout Date
2023/06/08
Slow, surely, the terms of Kentucky sports betting have trickled out ever since it was legalized this past March. First, the state released details on how the gambling infrastructure would work. Then, they publicized the tax rate and how revenue would be spent. After that, they moved on to additional rules and regulations for the […]
How Much Revenue Might Idaho Sports Betting Bring Each Year?
2023/06/08
Most still consider Idaho sports betting little more than a distant possibility that remains at least a few years away. Some have even classified legal gambling as an "impossibility," suggesting the state will never take the plunge that more than half of the United States has already completed. Almost needless to say, this is a […]
What is a Realistic Timeline for Wisconsin Online Sports Betting?
2023/06/08
Now that Wisconsin sports betting has been legal for almost two years, people are starting to wonder when the market will meaningfully expand. More specifically, they want to know when Wisconsin online sports betting will join the fold. America's Dairyland currently only permits on-site wagering at licensed tribal properties. This setup was a welcomed development for […]
Caesars Terminates Partnership with LSU Amid Louisiana Sports Betting Concerns
2023/06/08
The United States' attempt to put distance between the gambling industry and collegiate universities has officially reached the Louisiana sports betting market. Earlier this summer, Caesars and Louisiana State University (LSU) both announced that they would be terminating their partnership. There were apparently multiple years left on the deal, but the dissolution was part of a […]
Is Support for Georgia Sports Betting on the Decline?
2023/06/08
On the heels of yet another failed Georgia sports betting bill, experts and news outlets are attempting to pinpoint what exactly went wrong—not just this year, but in general. For so long, the assumption was that a lack of alignment throughout the House of Representatives and Senate derailed Georgia sports betting initiatives. To some extent, this is […]
The Path to Missouri Sports Betting May Soon Get Easier
2023/06/08
This time next year, could we be talking about a scheduled rollout for Missouri sports wagering? While this remains a question without a definitive answer, the prospects for Missouri sports betting are potentially on the rise. And it's not because support is on a dramatic upswing. Nor is it about voter sentiment. It isn't even about a […]
DraftKings and FanDuel Continue to Dominate the Kansas Sports Betting Market
2023/06/08
The battle over market supremacy for sports betting in Kansas has been underway for just a few months. And, as it turns out, it may already be over. The latest earnings reports for Kansas sports betting were just released by the state. They show us how much money has been wagered through June 2023. More importantly, they […]
Numerous NCAA Athletes Under Investigation Amid Iowa Sports Betting Scandal
2023/06/08
Another NCAA gambling scandal is officially under investigation. And this one has to do with athletes who allegedly participated in online sports betting in Iowa. Though the process has been going on for some time, it received some renewed scrutiny this week, when Iowa State's football team held their media day. Starting quarterback Hunter Dekkers was […]
North Carolina Sports Betting Could Launch by January 2024
2023/06/08
At long last, after numerous attempts, there will be legal sports betting in North Carolina. And it's coming soon. The state Senate recently passed a bill that will allow sports betting at tribal casinos. Though many officials reassured people this gambling initiative would pass easily, others were skeptical. North Carolina had traveled down this road […]
Massachusetts Sports Betting Brands Must Now Advertise Age Restrictions
2023/06/08
The look and feel of Massachusetts sports betting branding and advertising will never be the same. Following a long, drawn-out debate, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission narrowly decided to require age restriction language on "standalone logos" used by the state's licensed sports betting operators. According to a release, "the words '21 Plus' (or something similar must) appear alongside fixed-signage […]
Have Promotional Lobbyists Hurt Chances of Oklahoma Sports Betting?
2023/06/08
Every conversation about the chances of wagering on sports in Oklahoma usually begin and end with the rocky relationship between the state's tribes and the governor's office. But what if more mitigating factors are at play? In the wake of the latest failed attempt to legalize Oklahoma sports betting, this is one theory that's started making […]
Indianapolis Colts Waive Multiple Players Amid NFL Betting Allegations
2023/06/08
Another NFL betting scandal has just been made public. And this one cuts right to the core of sports betting in Indiana. Multiple players from the Indianapolis Colts were suspended for the entire 2023 NFL season and subsequently waived by the team after allegedly placing wagers on games that took place last year. The players in question: Cornerback Isaiah […]
Maryland Online Sports Betting is More Popular Than Ever
2023/06/08
Even though in-person wagering had a significant head start, Maryland online sports betting has already become the gambling method of choice for most of the state. And it isn't even kind of close. Granted, this is the case for pretty much everywhere in the United States that allows mobile wagering. But online sports betting in Maryland […]
Will Montana Online Sports Betting Laws Ever Loosen?
2023/06/08
Though online sports betting in Montana has been legal for more than four years, the terms of its operation remain incredibly restrictive. Now, as we enter the back end of 2023, the prospect of change—or lack thereof—has generated more attention. Will laws for Montana online sports betting laws ever loosen? That's the question everyone's asking. The […]
It Turns Out Florida Sports Betting Could Return for 2023 NFL Season
2023/06/08
After the United States Court of Appeals ruled in favor of the Seminole tribe and their gaming compact with The Sunshine State, many speculated that Florida sports betting could be on the verge of relaunching sometime in the near future. As it turns out, the timeline for the return of legal gambling may be even […]
Smaller Gambling Operators Struggling in Massachusetts Sports Betting Market
2023/06/08
Now that online sports betting in Massachusetts is more than one financial quarter old, the state is noticing some important trends that'll need to be monitored moving forward. Many of these patterns in this early going focus on the user experience. How are Massachusetts sports betting clients placing their wagers? When are they processing their transactions? […]
Florida Sports Betting Could be on the Verge of a Return
2023/06/08
Is sports wagering in Florida on track for an imminent return? A recent ruling from the United States Court of Appeals has ensured it's a distinct possibility, if not a likelihood. This is a groundbreaking development in what's otherwise been a very sluggish process. Florida sports betting was initially rolled out at the end of […]
With California Sports Betting on Hold, Tribes Shift Focus to a Different Gambling Bill
2023/06/08
As the fate of California sports betting remains gridlocked, the states have currently shifted their focus to another gambling initiative To be sure, this doesn't mean the local tribes have moved on from the push for sports betting within California altogether. The issue is merely on hold—in large part because legislative sessions have adjourned for […]
Texas Sports Betting Faces Another Hurdle on Road to Legalization
2023/06/08
And just like that, another roadblock to Texas sports betting has bubbled to the surface. This is, of course, hardly good news to proponents of legalized gambling. The Lone Star State is already facing more than their fair share of obstacles on the subject. Chief among them has been Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, who is […]
Naskila Gaming is Trying to Reach Texas Sports Betting Enthusiasts
2023/06/08
With sports betting in Texas on hold until at least next year, one tribal gaming facility is using the current set of circumstances to their advantage. And not everyone is happy about it. In an attempt to captivate those who feel jilted by the absence of Texas sports betting, the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas has […]
Another Tribe Has Been Approved to Offer Kansas Online Sports Betting
2023/06/08
The availability of online sports betting in Kansas may be on the verge of expansion. The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has officially received approval from the state to join the Kansas online sports betting ranks. This move is still in the fledgling stages. The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has not even outlined how they would […]
2023 Hawaii Sports Betting Bill Fails to Get Off the Ground
2023/06/07
Just as quickly as it came, the hope for sports betting in Hawaii also went. And no one's quite sure when any optimism might return. From the sound of things, in fact, Hawaii sports betting may be an ultra-distant possibility. This doesn't technically deviate from The Aloha State's previous reality. They have long ranked among the staunchest […]
Is Florida Sports Betting Holding Up ESPN Shift Toward Direct to Consumer Model?
2023/06/07
The uncertain future of Florida sports wagering has no doubt had an impact on a vast number of companies. Might it be time to add ESPN to the list of potentially aggrieved parties? That depends on how you feel about the self-proclaimed Worldwide Leader's pending business model shift, and how much of its feasibility is tied […]
Legal Alaska Sports Betting Remains a Ways Off
2023/06/06
Up until a few years ago, there was little to no talk about sports betting in Alaska. They were among the states considering it the least. In some ways, that hasn't exactly changed. Legal Alaska sports betting still remains quite a ways off. However, progress on the subject has been made, even if only on an […]
West Virginia Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2023/05/31
West Virginia legalized sports betting in 2018. Residents can wager at licensed casinos and through mobile apps. Popular bets include NFL, NBA, and college sports. The state collects 10% tax on operators' revenue. While the market is growing, it faces competition from neighboring states.
2023 NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Finals Loom Large Over Absence of Florida Sports Betting
2023/05/31
The battle over sports wagering throughout Florida is now roughly 18 months old, and it still has no end in sight. For all we know, Florida sports betting could remain tied up in litigation for another 18 months, giving the issue three years' worth of legs. Over these past 18 months, of course, The Sunshine State […]
University of Cincinnati Fire Two Members of Baseball Staff Amid Ohio Sports Betting Infractions
2023/05/31
The controversial relationship between legal sports betting in the United States and college universities has been steadily crescendoing over the past few months. And now, it may be reaching the peak of its controversy, as the number of scandals quickly mounts. The latest case of misconduct comes out of The Buckeye State, where the University of […]
Latest Texas Sports Betting Bid Officially Falls Short
2023/05/31
And just like that, the future of sports betting across Texas will be put on hold for at least another couple of years. This year's round of legislative sessions recently adjourned in The Lone Star State. As expected, they left the meetings without approving an initiative that would have legalized Texas sports betting. This will now […]
Michigan Sports Betting Revenue on the Rise Despite Competition in Ohio
2023/05/26
After three years of relative success for sports betting in Michigan, state officials started wondering whether 2023 would be a year of regression. But it turns out they needn't have worried, at least so far. Michigan sports betting is doing just fine. Actually, it's doing more than fine. The Mitten State just saw their sports […]
Fanatics Hoping to Join Illinois Sports Betting Market in Time for 2023 NFL Season
2023/05/25
A new operator is set to join the Illinois sports betting market. After agreeing to buy PointsBet's United States operations earlier this month, Fanatics sportsbook is scheduled to become the newest addition to sports betting in Illinois. Though the deal is still pending approval, officials from both the state and company are hopeful the up and […]
Nebraska Sports Betting will Welcome New Casino to the Fold in 2024
2023/05/25
At long last, we finally have some good news on the rollout of sports betting in Nebraska. Kind of. Though Nebraska sports betting still doesn't have an official launch date, we can at least be sure they plan to be up and running by the summer of 2024. Once more, this isn't something the state has […]
The Same Senator Once Again Scuttles Missouri Sports Betting Efforts
2023/05/24
Better luck next year to folks in The Show-Me State. Missouri sports betting isn't happening this time around. Again. Just like last year. With less than one month to go before legislative sessions adjourned, it became clear state lawmakers would not legalize Missouri sports betting. Fast forward to now. The legislative sessions have ended. Sports […]
Kentucky Sports Betting Settles on Tax Rate and Revenue Structure
2023/05/24
The launch of Kentucky sports betting is inching ever closer. To be sure, no official rollout date has been etched in stone. (We'll have more on this shortly.) But the state continues to make major headway in the setup process. And this suggests they'll be able to finish preparing for legal gambling on a reasonable […]
Does Georgia Sports Betting Really Require a Constitutional Amendment?
2023/05/23
Ever since the latest legal sports betting bill in Georgia failed during this past round of legislative meetings, many have wondered what it will take to get gambling inside the state over the hump. Do they simply need more time? Does there need to be more upheaval in elected offices? Is Georgia sports betting merely not a […]
Idaho is Now One of Nine States without BOTH Legal Sports Betting and Recreational Marijuana
2023/05/19
Evidence continues to mount that legal sports betting in Idaho has virtually no shot at legalization in the near future. And the latest batch of proof is perhaps the most disheartening of all. Sports gambling laws usually align with other state policies. If you have legal sports betting, for instance, you most likely have a […]
A Connecticut Sports Betting License Spot is Now Available
2023/05/19
A new operator is now free to bid on a license for sports betting in Connecticut. This news comes as the result of an announcement from Rush Street Interactive that they will be dissolving their partnership with The Nutmeg State. On the surface, this may sound like just another Connecticut sports betting updated without much consequence. But […]
Kansas Online Sports Betting May Soon Allow for Tribal Participation
2023/05/18
A new adjustment to state gaming laws could soon expand online sports betting in Kansas. If and when it does, the Kansas online sports betting market may never be the same. Lawmakers in The Sunflower State recently amended their gaming policy to allow for tribal operators to eventually enter the Kansas' online sports gambling market. Emphasis on "eventually." […]
Why New York Sports Betting Doesn't Allow Gambling on Certain Props?
2023/05/18
More than a year has now passed since New York legalized sports betting. The venture has by and large been considered a success by all involved. The state is grappling with some underage gambling concerns and the excessive advertising that might fuel them. For the most part, though, New York sports betting has arrived and […]
Massachusetts Sports Betting Revenue Continues to Obliterate Expectations
2023/05/17
The rollout of Massachusetts sports wagering has not been pretty at times. From uncertain licensing statuses to ambiguous and staggered launch dates, the entire process has felt like a never-ending slog. That feeling persists even now. Massachusetts sports betting is up and running, but not yet fully operational in the online gambling sector. And yet, despite […]
Alabama Officially Sitting Out Sports Betting Debate in 2023
2023/05/17
The legalization of Alabama sports wagering will be approved one day. That day is not coming in 2023. Despite extensive reports and projections on how much The Yellowhammer State stands to make annually with legal sports gambling, the subject has not been up for discussion during 2023 legislative meetings. And it isn't clear whether this […]
The Ohio Sports Betting Industry is Facing Increased Scrutiny from Regulators
2023/05/16
The business of sports wagering in Ohio is only a few months old, and yet, regulators are already cracking down on a number of industry practices. This increased scrutiny is ramping up in a number areas. Mostly, though, the Ohio sports betting industry is drawing intense ire from state officials for their advertising procedures. As a […]
Tribal Casinos Remain Divided on California Sports Betting Issue
2023/05/12
Plenty of factors must still align for betting on sports across California to become a reality. More than anything, though, the state needs buy-in from tribal casinos. Without their support, or at least acceptance, there is no chance California sports betting will get legalized. Not just now, but ever. That last line may be a […]
Tennessee Sports Betting Tax Rate is Set to be Overhauled
2023/05/12
The business of sports betting in Tennessee will never be the same. Lawmakers in The Volunteer State recently pushed through a bill that will revamp the way they assess taxes on sportsbook operators. The decision will impact all forms of sports gambling that take place within state lines. It's still unclear when this new tax […]
Minnesota Sports Betting Bill Advances Past Senate Committee
2023/05/12
After a string of setbacks and generally pessimistic projections, the push for sports betting in Minnesota just received a major boost. The latest Minnesota sports betting bill recently passed through a Senate Committee, suggesting the measure has a stronger than expected chance to become a law by the end of this year's legislative sessions. Don't take […]
Is the Tax Rate for Arizona Sports Betting Too Low?
2023/05/11
When sports betting in Arizona went live almost two years ago, it was met with a ton of fanfare. State residents were thrilled, in particular, with the opportunity to bet on the NFL, NBA and MLB. Equally important, though, Arizona sports betting arrived to steep expectations from key stakeholders. Professional sports franchises were expecting lucrative partnerships with […]
Texas Sports Betting Bills Pass Through House of Representatives...Sort Of
2023/05/11
The road to legal sports betting in Texas has officially cleared another hurdle. It just isn't yet clear whether it will matter. On Wednesday, May 10, a pair of Texas sports betting bills received initial approval from the House of Representatives. The first initiative, House Joint Resolution 155, focuses on the commercialization of the casino business. It passed by […]
Online Sportsbook in Maryland Terminates Partnership with College University
2023/05/10
Almost exactly two years ago, online sports betting in Maryland was signed into law. It didn't officially debut until November 2022, even before it was rolled out, the money started flowing. Sportsbooks vied for licenses. Advertisement spending skyrocketed. Partnerships between sportsbooks and teams, leagues and institutions were agreed to in droves. It was, for so […]
Florida Sports Betting Decision Could be Coming Soon
2023/05/10
Could we finally see the end of the battle over Florida sports betting in the near future? It sure seems like it. Sort of. Technically, according to average timelines for hearings in the U.S. Court of Appeals, we're overdue for a verdict on sports betting within Florida. This delay could suggest something about the state of […]
That's All, Folks: 2023 Oklahoma Sports Betting Bill is Officially Dead
2023/05/10
Say goodbye to all hopes of sports wagering in Oklahoma, at least for the time being. Because, after much hemming and hawing, the latest Oklahoma sports betting bill is officially, unequivocally dead. This ends yet another drawn out attempt to rewrite the gaming laws in The Sooner State. Many entered this year's round of legislative […]
Pennsylvania Sports Betting Revenue Continues to Rise in 2023
2023/05/04
The novelty of sports betting in Pennsylvania has yet to wear off. On the contrary, the state continues to experience month-over-month gains as well as year-over-year increases when looking at their revenue reports. We're not talking about tiny upticks, either. Pennsylvania sports betting revenue is, at times, exceeding the prior month's—and even year's performance—by double-digit percentages. […]
The Demand for Wisconsin Online Sports Betting Appears to be Growing
2023/05/04
While Wisconsin sports betting has been legal for some time, the gambling infrastructure seems like it's starting to grate on residents of America's Dairyland. People are so frustrated they have taken to social media with their complaints. Their overarching message is undeniably clear: The demand for Wisconsin online sports betting is here to stay, and […]
Horse Racing Bill Could Be Stepping Stone to South Carolina Sports Betting
2023/05/04
As legal gambling debuts in the neighboring North Carolina, the future of sports wagering in South Carolina may have just received a nudge in an encouraging direction. Right now, a horse racing bill is making the rounds through the various phases of approval. While the initiative in question does not legalize South Carolina sports betting, the support […]
International Betting Giant to Consider Setting Up Colorado Sportsbook Headquarters
2023/05/04
A major international sports gambling player is looking to set up shop inside the United States, and Colorado is reportedly on their short list of options. The company in question is Bet365. Founded in the year 2000, the United Kingdom has always been home to their primary operations. But as sports betting in the United […]
Texas Sports Betting Bills Remain Long Shot to Make It Past Senate
2023/05/03
It is starting to seem like another round of legislative meetings will end without the legalization of Texas sports betting. This, naturally, raises a number of questions, most notably: Why? Is this latest Texas sports betting failure assured or is there still time for the wings to change? What happens if the current gambling measures fail? […]
