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A new Florida sports betting lawsuit alleges the Seminole Tribe never should have been allowed to launch operations without voter approval.

Florida Sports Betting is Facing More Legal Scrutiny

Tuesday 06 May 08:39 EDT

A recently filed lawsuit alleges the circumstances under which Florida sports betting was actually illegal.  In other words: Here we go again. Initially, sports betting in Florida came under contest […]
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It was starting to look like a California sports betting measure may not gain traction in time for 2026 elections. But that may not be true.

California Sports Betting May Be On Track For 2026 Electoral Ballot After All

Tuesday 06 May - 08:36 EDT

Progress on the California sports betting front remains slow moving. Ever since a pair of contrastin...
Changes to the Kentucky sports betting market are on the table, and they could be implemented before the 2025 Kentucky Derby.

Potential Changes Coming to Kentucky Sports Betting Ahead of 2025 Kentucky Derby

Friday 25 April - 14:54 EDT

The 2025 Kentucky Derby is right around the corner. Tens of thousands of fans will flood The Bluegra...
A member of the Texas Sports Betting Alliance says that the key to legalization may be solving the issue of problem gambling habits.

Will Legislation to Pass Texas Sports Betting Hinge on Contributions to Problem Gambling Funds?

Friday 25 April - 14:43 EDT

If Texas sports betting legislation is going to pass anytime, there’s one major concern that must ...
New Massachusetts sports betting research shows that problem gambling has increased dramatically over the past few years.

New Massachusetts Sports Betting Research May Help Drum Up Support for Better Health Act

Friday 25 April - 14:43 EDT

Gambling limits have become a hot topic inside the Massachusetts sports betting market. If recent de...
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins says the legalization of California sports betting will need to include collaboration with tribal nations.

DraftKings CEO on California Sports Betting Collaboration: There is No Other Way to Do It

Friday 25 April - 14:42 EDT

If you are looking for an exact timeline on the legalization of California sports betting, you will ...

Wyoming's Bill to Legalize Sports Betting passed

Friday 25 April - 05:57 EDT

Wyoming is set to join the throng of states that have legalized sports betting in some form. The mov...

States that Recently Introduced Sports Betting Bills and Were Rejected

Friday 25 April - 05:56 EDT

Lots of things went wrong in 2020 and at the start of 2021. If one thing went right, though, it was ...

Greyhound Racing is Officially Banned in Florida

Friday 25 April - 05:52 EDT

Greyhound races are officially banned in Florida.

Pennsylvania Casino Gambling Faces Uphill Battle

Friday 25 April - 05:51 EDT

Revenue from legalized gambling is technically up in Pennsylvania, but the local government wor...

North Dakota to Legalize Online Poker by 2023

Friday 25 April - 05:51 EDT

With Michigan recently becoming the 15th state to legalize online sports betting, more are inev...
The bill to expand Nebraska sports betting to include online wagering appears to be losing steam among state legislators.

The Bill to Expand Nebraska Sports Betting Appears to be Losing Steam

Friday 18 April - 18:37 EDT

The measure that proposes the expansion of Nebraska sports betting to online operators is currently ...
A recent consumer demand report on states without legalized gambling did not include the potential Idaho sports betting market.

Recent Gambling Consumer Demand Report Leaves Out Idaho Sports Betting Market

Thursday 17 April - 07:50 EDT

A recent study of markets without that have yet to legalize sports betting seeks to project which st...
The latest Texas sports betting bill seems to be prompting more questions than answers about what happens if it passes.

Latest Texas Sports Betting Bill Includes Interesting Stipulations for Licensing Process

Wednesday 16 April - 05:49 EDT

With another Texas sports betting bill up for consideration, analysts have started to parse the deta...
A bill that seeks to crack down harder on issues of illegal Florida sports betting has officially reached the state Senate's floor.

Illegal Florida Sports Betting Bill Officially Moves to Senate

Wednesday 16 April - 05:23 EDT

A bill that aims to crack down on the illegal Florida sports betting market has officially reached t...
The Kansas sports betting market is no longer on track to expand its number of licensed operators after a recent overruling from lawmakers.

Lawmakers Rule Against the Expansion of the Kansas Sports Betting Market

Wednesday 16 April - 05:21 EDT

The expansion of the Kansas sports betting market is officially on hold. It may even be scheduled to...
There appears to be a growing sense of urgency among policymakers to more seriously consider South Carolina sports betting legalization.

Urgency to Legalize South Carolina Sports Betting is on the Rise

Sunday 13 April - 15:25 EDT

The urgency to legalize South Carolina sports betting may now be on the rise. Representative Todd Ru...
The wait for Oklahoma sports betting legalization appears set to continue through 2025. And potentially beyond. Is there an end in sight?

Chances of Oklahoma Sports Betting Legalization in 2025 Appear Slim

Sunday 13 April - 14:06 EDT

Another round of legislative sessions looks poised to finish without an Oklahoma sports betting lega...
As a pair of companion Minnesota sports betting bills continue to be discussed, it seems including safeguards looms as a swing factor.

Certain Officials Want to See Minnesota Sports Betting Safeguards in Place

Sunday 13 April - 13:58 EDT

Momentum for Minnesota sports betting once again appears to be flipping. Entering 2025, hopes remain...
California sports betting talks between state tribes and online operators is ongoing, and no agreement on legislation appears imminent.

The California Sports Betting Dialogue Between Tribes and Operators is Ongoing

Sunday 13 April - 13:58 EDT

The dialogue between tribes and operators on the future of California sports betting has apparently ...
The launch of Missouri sports betting no longer has a realistic chance of happening before the 2025 NFL and college football seasons.

Missouri Sports Betting Officially will NOT Launch Before Football Season

Friday 11 April - 08:20 EDT

Well, it is official: You should not expect Missouri sports betting to launch in time for the 2025 c...
A new report sheds light on how much tax revenue Wisconsin sports betting generates each year, and what it means for online gaming.

New Light Shed on Wisconsin Sports Betting Revenue and the Future of Online Gaming

Wednesday 09 April - 06:30 EDT

A new report is shedding light on just how much revenue Wisconsin sports betting generates on an ann...
Lawmakers have officially proposed a new Massachusetts sports betting bill that aims to accomplish a number of different things.

Lawmakers Officially Propose a Bill to Impose Limits on Massachusetts Sports Betting

Wednesday 09 April - 06:26 EDT

A new Massachusetts sports betting bill is up for consideration in The Bay State legislature. Called...
Problem gambling funds are now open in the Kentucky sports betting market. What will the impact of them be? OSB breaks it down.

Funding Aimed to Help with Kentucky Sports Betting Problems is Now Available

Wednesday 09 April - 06:24 EDT

Funds that will aim to help people and organizations address problems arising from the legalization ...
Another Georgia sports betting attempt has failed. And that failure may be costing the state over $100 million each year.

Estimates Say Georgia Sports Betting Could Generated $100 Million in Tax Revenue Each Year

Wednesday 09 April - 06:17 EDT

Yet another attempt to legalize Georgia sports betting has already failed in 2025. And that flop may...
The value of Hard Rock Digital is reportedly on a significant tear. And it's role in the Florida sports betting market is driving the uptick.

Florida Sports Betting Has Exponentially Increased the Value of Hard Rock Digital

Tuesday 08 April - 05:54 EDT

Plenty of stakeholders are significantly benefiting from Florida sports betting legalization. And yo...
The fate of Alabama sports betting legalization during 2025 legislative sessions may lie in the hands of just one Senator.

The Fate of Alabama Sports Betting May Lie in the Hands of 1 Senator

Tuesday 08 April - 05:49 EDT

It turns out that Alabama sports betting hopes in 2025 may come down to the work and influence of on...
Members of the GOP say that the latest Texas sports betting bill will not have the support necessary to make it out to the Senate.

GOP Members Say Texas Sports Betting Bill is Destined to Fail

Tuesday 08 April - 05:47 EDT

With another bill that would legalize sports betting in Texas officially on the table, many are wond...
A proposal that seeks to raise the Ohio sports betting tax for operators in The Buckeye State does not appear to be gaining much support.

Proposed Ohio Sports Betting Tax Hike Does Not Appear to Have Much Traction

Wednesday 26 March - 07:42 EDT

After raising the Ohio sports betting tax in 2023, will The Buckeye State do it again in 2025?  As ...
A Florida online sweepstakes prohibition bill is taking aim at mobile operators offering what state officials consider unregulated betting.

Florida Online Sweepstakes Bill Takes Aim at Operators Offering What They Deem Unregulated Betting

Wednesday 26 March - 05:50 EDT

Multiple Florida online sweepstakes prohibition bills seek to take aim at mobile operators that The ...
The Louisiana sports betting market is enjoying major growth to open up 2025, according to data from the state’s gaming control board.

Louisiana Sports Betting Market Showing Major Growth in 2025

Tuesday 25 March - 09:32 EDT

The start of 2025 is bringing great news for the Louisiana sports betting market. According to data ...
Carol Alvarado has filed another bill that would legalize Texas sports betting. But will it be successful, or fail like those before it?

Another Texas Sports Betting Bill Is On The Table, But Will It Actually Pass?

Tuesday 25 March - 09:31 EDT

Yet another Texas sports betting bill is officially up for consideration. State Senator Carol Alvara...
Just how much influence does March Madness have over the Kentucky sports betting market? It turns out a whole lot.

March Madness Has a Serious Impact on Kentucky Sports Betting Revenue

Tuesday 25 March - 09:12 EDT

Just how much does March Madness impact the Kentucky sports betting market? It turns out a whole lot...
The latest attempt to legalize Georgia sports betting has officially failed. Its flop raises the question: What happens moving forward?

Attempts to Legalize Georgia Sports Betting Fail Again...What Happens Now?

Tuesday 25 March - 09:12 EDT

Another attempt to legalize Georgia sports betting has officially failed. Though this outcome is not...
A spokesperson for the Sports Betting Alliance says North Carolina sports betting legalization has been a ‘universally’ good thing.

Spokesperson Says The Legalization of North Carolina Has Been A 'Universally Good Thing'

Tuesday 25 March - 07:30 EDT

Just over one year after North Carolina sports betting went live, stakeholders from The Tar Heel Sta...
State officials and tribal leaders are reportedly discussing Oklahoma sports betting. Is legalization in The Sooner State now on the horizon?

Tribal Leaders and State Officials are Discussing Oklahoma Sports Betting Possibilities

Tuesday 25 March - 07:27 EDT

Is Oklahoma sports betting finally tracking toward legalization? It depends on how you view the late...
Even though Missouri sports betting is officially legal, the path towards a rollout continues to be a major and ambiguous headache.

The Number of Permitted Missouri Sports Betting Licenses Remains in Doubt

Tuesday 25 March - 07:25 EDT

The road to the launch of Missouri sports betting continues to be peppered with question marks, twis...
The legalization of Colorado sports betting has reportedly done a whole lot to help the state’s water preservation initiatives.

Colorado Sports Betting Revenue is Helping Protect the State's Most Indispensable 'Resource'

Tuesday 25 March - 07:23 EDT

Nearly a half-decade following the launch of Colorado sports betting, the state has seen plenty of m...
For the first time in a while, the Florida Gators enter as the March Madness betting favorite to win the men's national championship.

Florida Gators are No Longer the 2025 March Madness Betting Favorite

Wednesday 19 March - 06:07 EDT

For the first time in a while, the Florida Gators officially opened as the March Madness betting fav...
A bill that seeks to legalize Nebraska online sports betting is officially headed to the Senate. But what is the chance it’ll be successful?

Nebraska Online Sports Betting Bill is Headed to The Senate

Wednesday 19 March - 06:07 EDT

A bill that seeks to legalize Nebraska online sports betting is officially headed to the Senate. If ...
As 2025 March Madness betting heats up, the absence of legal South Carolina sports betting will not deter residents from joining the action.

Absence of South Carolina Sports Betting Not Expected to Stop March Madness Gambling

Tuesday 18 March - 19:26 EDT

As gambling on 2025 March Madness ramps up, South Carolina sports betting laws continue to prohibit ...
Many seem to believe that California sports betting legislation will be approved by 2026. But what if that is not necessarily the case?

The Future of California Sports Betting May Not be a Forgone Conclusion After All

Thursday 13 March - 07:11 EDT

Not too long ago, it seemed as if the future of California sports betting was implicitly laid out. T...
Are you hoping for Idaho sports betting progress at some point in 2025? Well, do not hold your breath. It doesn't appear to be coming.

Idaho Sports Betting Progress Remains Nonexistent in 2025

Thursday 13 March - 07:11 EDT

More than two months into state legislative sessions, the same annual question remains: Will any pro...
Black and white photo of the University of Missouri's iconic columns with the dome of Jesse Hall visible in the background. A landscaped flowerbed and a stone wall with "University of Missouri" engraved on it are in the foreground.

University of Missouri will Attempt to Ban Sports Betting on Campus

Wednesday 12 March - 06:36 EDT

With the passage of Amendment 2, sports betting is coming to Missouri later this year. The exact tim...
According to a recent Policy Forum report, the expansion of Wisconsin sports betting in the near future is a distinct possibility.

Officials May Soon Consider the Expansion of Wisconsin Sports Betting

Wednesday 12 March - 06:36 EDT

On-site Wisconsin sports betting has now been up and running for the better part of a half-decade. S...
A new issue has emerged in the push to legalize Minnesota sports betting. And it may potentially derail the efforts entirely.

Latest Minnesota Sports Betting Efforts Hit A New Snag

Wednesday 12 March - 06:35 EDT

The push to legalize Minnesota sports betting has run into a new snag. And it is an obstacle that ma...
Massachusetts sports betting business kicked off the start of 2025 with a bang, setting a new record in January for monthly revenue.

Massachusetts Sports Betting Revenue Sets New Monthly Record

Monday 10 March - 13:27 EDT

Massachusetts sports betting is off to a rollicking start to the 2025 calendar year. The Massachuset...
The delay of the Missouri sports betting launch is good news for the Kansas sports betting market. OSB is here to explain why.

The Kansas Sports Betting Market will Benefit from Delay of Missouri Launch

Monday 10 March - 13:27 EDT

The Kansas sports betting market just received some good news. And it has nothing tangibly to do wit...
The Fresno State men’s basketball team is caught up in a California sports betting scandal that has reportedly prompted an NCAA probe.

Fresno State Basketball Team Subject of California Sports Betting Inquiry

Thursday 06 March - 02:56 EST

The Fresno State men’s basketball team is the subject of a California sports betting probe being c...
A new Florida sports betting bill seeks to make the act of gambling on games using inside information classified as a felony charge.

New Florida Sports Betting Bill Increasing Penalties for Gambling with Inside Info

Wednesday 05 March - 02:49 EST

A new Florida sports betting bill seeks to make gambling on games using inside information a felony....
Governor Greg Abbott supports the legalization of Texas online sports betting. A new poll shows the voting population agrees with him.

New Poll Shows Extensive Support for Texas Online Sports Betting

Wednesday 05 March - 02:48 EST

A new poll shows support for Texas online sports betting is on the rise. With the future of sports b...
House Representatives for The Crimson State say the fate of Alabama sports betting legalizations continues to rest with the Senate.

House Representatives Say Alabama Sports Betting is in Senate's Hands

Wednesday 05 March - 02:48 EST

If Alabama sports betting is going to be legalized, it’s on the Senate to get it done.  At least,...
The initial timeline for a 2025 Missouri sports betting launch is reportedly going to be pushed back by a factor of months.

Missouri Sports Betting Timeline is Likely Getting Pushed Back By 'Months'

Monday 24 February - 07:27 EST

Just before the Philadelphia Eagles smashed the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, officials in T...
Tribes in The Sooner State have issued a statement following the introduction of another Oklahoma sports betting bill.

Tribes Issues Statement on Latest Oklahoma Sports Betting Bill

Monday 24 February - 04:45 EST

Following the decision by Senator Casey Murdock to introduce another Oklahoma sports betting bill, t...
After a contentious battle over Alabama sports betting in 2024, the state's legislature may opt against revisiting the issue in 2025.

Alabama Sports Betting May Not Crack 2025 Legislative Agenda

Sunday 23 February - 15:54 EST

The outlook for Alabama sports betting in 2025 remains uncertain. Some might even call it bleak. Aft...
A new Massachusetts sports betting bill seeks to significantly raise the state's tax for operators—particularly on live-wager types.

More Details Emerge on Potential Massachusetts Sports Betting Tax Hike

Sunday 23 February - 15:54 EST

Is the Massachusetts sports betting tax rate about to skyrocket? If a recent measure proposed by the...
For the seventh consecutive legislative session, Georgia sports betting is up for legalization. Will this time be different from the others?

Another Georgia Sports Betting Bill is Officially Up for Consideration

Sunday 23 February - 13:27 EST

Another Georgia sports betting bill is officially up for consideration in 2025. This marks the seven...
The Kentucky sports betting enforcement team is being downsized ahead of the 2025 March Madness tournament. Is this a good decision?

The Kentucky Sports Betting Enforcement Team is Being Downsized in Advanced of March Madness

Sunday 23 February - 13:26 EST

The Kentucky sports betting enforcement team is getting downsized in advance of the 2025 March Madne...
Many expected a push for South Carolina sports betting to resume in 2025. So far, though, mum's the word among state officials.

Will We See a Renewed Push for South Carolina Sports Betting in 2025?

Thursday 20 February - 04:17 EST

As The Palmetto State convenes for 2025 legislature meetings, at least one big question looms over t...
Governor Greg Abbott expressed support for sports gambling in The Lone Star State. And the Texas Sports Betting Alliance is happy about it.

Texas Sports Betting Alliance Thanks Governor Greg Abbott For Support

Thursday 20 February - 04:16 EST

Governor Greg Abbott expressed measured support for sports betting in Texas during a recent podcast ...

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