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Governor Laura Kelly has signed a bill that would authorize Kansas sports betting revenue to be spent on poaching pro teams from Missouri.

Kansas Sports Betting Revenue May Be Used to Poach Pro Teams from Other Markets

Friday 12 July 04:02 EDT

Kansas sports betting revenue may soon be allocated toward an ambitious new initiative. Earlier this summer, Governor Laura Kelly signed a bill that would allow revenue generated from sports betting […]
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Recent reports suggest that Betway will be leaving the Ohio sports betting market and the United States at large amid profitability concerns.

The Ohio Sports Betting Market is Losing a Popular Online Operator

Friday 12 July - 04:02 EDT

The Ohio sports betting market is about to lose one of its operators. Super Group, a global online s...
There is often some confusion over Nebraska sports betting laws when it comes to college football. OSB is here to clear it all up.

Does Nebraska Sports Betting Allow Wagering on College Football?

Thursday 11 July - 04:30 EDT

Do the laws of Nebraska sports betting allow for wagering on college football? Believe it or not, it...
Though Wisconsin online sports betting has yet to be legalized, the United States Supreme Court may have opened a new door.

Has the United States Supreme Court Provided a Road Map to Wisconsin Online Sports Betting?

Thursday 11 July - 04:30 EDT

Could the wait for Wisconsin online sports betting soon be over?  This should be a question tribal ...
Ohio sports betting regulators have officially submitted a plan that would create restrictions on how gambling operators advertise.

Ohio Sports Betting Regulators Official Propose New Advertising Restrictions

Wednesday 10 July - 04:48 EDT

Ohio sports betting regulators have made an official attempt to restrict the advertising practices f...
Aristocrat Gaming, a slot machine manufacturer, has agreed to a multi-year sponsorship deal with the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys.

Slot Machine Manufacture Aristocrat Gaming Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Dallas Cowboys

Wednesday 10 July - 04:48 EDT

Have the Dallas Cowboys just hinted at an imminent change to Texas sports betting laws? This is a qu...
Could Governor Gavin Newsom follow Florida's lead in California sports betting discussions?

All Eyes on California Sports Betting Debate Following Recent United States Supreme Court Decision in Florida

Tuesday 09 July - 05:33 EDT

Get ready for Florida to be brought up a lot during California sports betting discussions. On the he...
The United States Supreme Court refused to take on the Florida sports betting case. Here’s what that means for the industry at large.

Florida Sports Betting Ruling from United States Supreme Court May Have Ripple Effects Across USA

Tuesday 09 July - 05:32 EDT

The United States Supreme Court recently breathed new validation into the Seminole Tribe’s Florida...
As movement on the South Carolina sports betting front remains nonexistent, OSB tries to map out a realistic timeline for legalization.

Is There Any Chance South Carolina Sports Betting Gets Legalized in the Near Future?

Friday 05 July - 01:01 EDT

Waiting for new developments on the future of South Carolina sports betting? Well, you’ll need to ...
Indian gaming association chairman Matthew Morgan recently commented on the lack of movement on Oklahoma sports betting talks.

Tribal Leader Comments on Lack of Oklahoma Sports Betting Talk in 2024

Friday 05 July - 01:00 EDT

Amid expectations that there will be multiple Oklahoma sports betting bills on the table in 2025, th...
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New College Football Playoff Format Having Massive Impact on Ohio State Championship Odds

Friday 05 July - 01:00 EDT

The revamped college football playoff format is officially set to be implemented for the upcoming se...
After years of litigation, the Florida sports betting saga seems as if it is finally approaching something that resembles a conclusion. Image Title: Will SCOTUS Take Florida Sports Betting Case?

The Florida Sports Betting Saga May Soon be Coming to an End

Thursday 04 July - 08:22 EDT

Could the years-long battle over the legality of Florida sports betting finally be approaching an en...
Hard Rock will be launching inside the Michigan sports betting market, but they face an uphill climb in establishing market share.

Will Hard Rock be Able to Grow Inside Michigan Sports Betting Market?

Thursday 04 July - 05:34 EDT

  Hard Rock Sportsbook will be entering the Michigan sports betting market in short order after...
Maine sports betting officials recently decided to join the list of states cracking down on daily fantasy betting sites in 2024.

Maine Sports Betting Officials Crack Down on Daily Fantasy Sites

Wednesday 03 July - 02:01 EDT

Daily fantasy sites recently caught the attention of Maine sports betting officials. And they have s...
On the heels of selling their U.S. operations to BetMGM, Tipico sportsbook will be leaving the Iowa sports betting market.

After Sale to BetMGM, Tipico Sportsbook Operator Exiting Iowa Sports Betting Market

Tuesday 02 July - 00:14 EDT

International online gaming provider Tipico will be leaving the Iowa sports betting market after sel...
Beginning in August 2024, Louisiana sports betting operators will no longer be allowed to offer college props to state residents.

Louisiana Sports Betting to Ban College Player Props Beginning in August 2024

Tuesday 02 July - 00:13 EDT

Significant changes are coming to Louisiana sports betting. Beginning this August, the Bayout State ...
Tipico sportsbook will be shutting down their Colorado sports betting operations after selling their U.S. rights to BetMGM.

Tipico Shutting Down Colorado Sports Betting Operations

Thursday 27 June - 10:11 EDT

Tipico, an international online gaming provider, will be shutting down their Colorado sports betting...
The Supreme Court of the United States has officially decided not to hear the Florida sports betting case. Here's what it means.

United State Supreme Court Officially Refuses to Hear Florida Sports Betting Case

Wednesday 26 June - 07:00 EDT

The status of Florida sports betting is officially not going to change. For now, anyway. After a leg...
The president of the Dallas Stars doesn’t sound too optimistic about the chance of Texas sports betting legalization in 2025.

Dallas Stars President Believes Texas Sports Betting Legalization in 2025 is '50-50' Proposition

Tuesday 25 June - 19:27 EDT

Despite the Lone Star State’s legislature not meeting in 2024, speculation over the future of Texa...
The future of California sports betting is up in the air. And that has many wondering about whether it can be legalized in a different way.

Will Legalization of California Sports Betting Require Constitutional Amendment?

Tuesday 25 June - 17:45 EDT

The journey of California sports betting legalization is a unique one. And as we enter the next phas...
While we know Hawaii sports betting isn't yet legal, does that mean daily fantasy sports is inaccessible for residents as well?

Does Hawaii Sports Betting Need to be Legalized for Daily Fantasy Sports Sites to Enter Market?

Tuesday 25 June - 10:49 EDT

Information on legal sports betting in the United States is for the most part available in droves. T...
Since being drafted by the WNBA’s Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark is already having an impact on the level of interest in Indiana sports betting.

WNBA Star Caitlin Clark Already Having Major Impact on Indiana Sports Betting

Tuesday 25 June - 10:49 EDT

Caitlin Clark has intensified an already-growing spotlight in the WNBA ever since being drafted by t...
A proposal to expand Delaware online sports betting is opposed by two key stakeholders. There's no telling when or if that'll change.

Evidence Continues to Suggest that Delaware Online Sports Betting Won't Expand Anytime Soon

Tuesday 25 June - 10:49 EDT

It is increasingly clear that Delaware online sports betting expansion will not be in the cards anyt...
Due to the failure to legalize Oklahoma sports betting using one approach, multiple bills are now expected to be proposed in 2025.

Multiple Oklahoma Sports Betting Bills May be Proposed in 2025

Thursday 20 June - 06:25 EDT

After multiple attempts to legalize Oklahoma sports betting have failed to pan out, officials may be...
After initial optimism that Minnesota sports betting could be legalized in 2024, the latest bill to do so has officially fallen short.

The Latest Bill to Legalize Minnesota Sports Betting has Officially Failed

Wednesday 19 June - 07:39 EDT

Well, it’s official: The push to legalize Minnesota sports betting in 2024 has failed.  A few mon...
Though South Carolina sports betting has long lacked traction, this year has done little to increase the pressure on policymakers to change.

Could South Carolina Sports Betting be Impacted by Lack of Successful New Legislation in 2024?

Wednesday 19 June - 07:39 EDT

The 2024 calendar year is not off to a great first half if you’re someone hoping for clarity on th...
Wisconsin sports betting is currently limited to select on-site tribal properties. Could Florida's gambling litigation change that?

Wisconsin Sports Betting Could be Impacted by Florida Gambling Case

Monday 17 June - 19:18 EDT

Ever since Wisconsin sports betting launched in November 2021, operations have remained extremely li...
Saint Louis University will reportedly release a Missouri sports betting poll this August as the push to legalize gambling continues.

New Missouri Sports Betting Poll to Release in August

Monday 17 June - 19:18 EDT

How do residents of the Show-Me State feel about the potential legalization of Missouri sports betti...
The Kansas sports betting handle in 2024 continues to significantly outpace the state's numbers from the same periods last year.

Kansas Sports Betting Handle Remains on an Upward Climb

Wednesday 12 June - 06:55 EDT

After launching in September 2022, Kansas sports betting has now been live for almost two years. And...
Though we still don't know when—or if—Nebraska online sports betting will be legalized, tribes are already preparing for its launch.

Tribes Already Prepping for Eventual Legalization of Nebraska Online Sports Betting

Wednesday 12 June - 06:53 EDT

Nebraska sports betting went live roughly a half-year ago. Notably, as part of its legalization, the...
The Massachusetts sports betting tax will not be increasing after the Senate voted against the proposed hike to a 51 percent rate.

Senate Votes Against Raising Massachusetts Sports Betting Tax Rate

Tuesday 11 June - 04:50 EDT

It’s official: There will be no Massachusetts sports betting tax rate increase this year.  That s...
The Kentucky sports betting handle has already hit $1 billion—and then some some—roughly six months after the launch of online gaming.

Kentucky Sports Betting Handle Surpasses $1 Billion in First Six Months Since Launch

Tuesday 11 June - 04:50 EDT

The launch of online Kentucky sports betting appears to be getting well-received by consumers. Onlin...
The Atlanta Hawks won the 2024 NBA draft lottery, which may insight reflection on the status of Georgia sports betting.

Georgia Sports Betting Discussion May Resurface After Atlanta Hawks Win 2024 NBA Draft Lottery

Monday 10 June - 07:59 EDT

Right around the time it became clear why the latest Georgia sports betting legalization attempt fai...
Since launching in early 2023, Ohio sports betting has seen plenty of action. In fact, its lifetime betting handle just hit $10 billion.

Ohio Sports Betting Handle Hits $10 Billion Since 2023 Launch

Sunday 09 June - 15:35 EDT

The Ohio sports betting market has officially reached a pretty massive milestone.  Less than two ye...
On the heels of yet another failed attempt to legalize Alabama sports betting, Senator Greg Albritton has voiced his displeasure.

Senator Greg Albritton Not Happy Alabama Sports Betting Initiative Failed Again

Sunday 09 June - 15:35 EDT

We now know there will be no Alabama sports betting legalization in 2024. And state Senator Greg Alb...
Michigan sports betting regulators have reportedly ordered Bovada online sportsbook to cease and desist operations inside the market.

Michigan Sports Betting Regulators Order Bovada Online Sportsbook to Leave the State

Thursday 06 June - 12:39 EDT

Bovada sportsbook has officially been asked to vacate the Michigan sports betting market. A cease an...
We know Idaho sports betting remains a long shot to get legalized anytime soon. But does the Gem State have the bleakest outlook in the USA?

Will Idaho Sports Betting be the Final Frontier for Legal Wagering in the United States?

Wednesday 05 June - 06:27 EDT

Let’s not mince words: The outlook on Idaho sports betting is unknowable at best. And at worst, th...
Officials have approved a bill that increases the Illinois sports betting tax. OSB explains what it means for the state—and entire industry.

Bill to Raise Illinois Sports Betting Tax is Officially Approved

Wednesday 05 June - 06:26 EDT

A bill that will increase the Illinois sports betting tax has officially passed through the state le...
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Stanley Cup Finals Should be a Boon for Florida Sports Betting

Monday 03 June - 19:10 EDT

The 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Finals will face off starting on Saturday, June 8. And the season’s crown...
Many experts think Texas sports betting remains a ways off. But a recent agreement between a casino and tech company could change everything.

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is Set Up to Become Attractive Texas Sports Betting Alternative

Saturday 01 June - 22:30 EDT

Will Texas sports betting be legalized anytime in the near future? Many experts and industry insider...
Opponents of California sports betting have cited an underage gambling epidemic across the country as a primary reason for their stance.

Will Underage Gambling Concerns Prevent California Sports Betting Legalization?

Saturday 01 June - 19:07 EDT

As online sports betting in the United States continues to become more popular, the stands against i...
Will the recent scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's translator impact the future of California sports betting? Let's see if we can find out.

Will Shohei Ohtani Translator Scandal Impact the Future of California Sports Betting?

Tuesday 28 May - 19:26 EDT

Could the recent illegal gambling scandal involving the former interpreter to Los Angeles Dodgers su...
Governor Kevin Stitt recently sounded off on yet another failed attempt to legalize Oklahoma sports betting. And he doesn’t sound happy.

Governor Kevin Stitt Responds to Latest Oklahoma Sports Betting Legalization Failure

Tuesday 28 May - 19:10 EDT

  The latest attempt to legalize Oklahoma sports betting recently failed. And though the end re...
Kansas sports betting is now nearly two years old, and opponents of the initial legalization continue to call for more aggressive regulation.

Do Regulators Need to More Aggressively Monitor Kansas Sports Betting Usage?

Tuesday 28 May - 19:09 EDT

When Kansas sports betting went live in September 2022, it was met by plenty of opponents. Fast forw...
Though some form of sports betting is now legal in more than half the United States, South Carolina sports betting remains an ultra-long shot.

Opposition to South Carolina Sports Betting Remains Strong

Tuesday 28 May - 06:44 EDT

Here’s hoping that you’re not holding your breath for the legalization of South Carolina sports ...
Gambling expansion across the USA has started to slow, which is terrible news for proponents of Idaho sports betting legalization.

Idaho Sports Betting Outlook Remains Unknowable as Gambling Expansion Slows Across United States

Monday 27 May - 20:02 EDT

If you thought 2024 would bring any type of progress for the outlook on Idaho sports betting, well, ...
Ten Massachusetts sports betting operators failed to attend a recent roundtable on gambling limits in the state. And regulators aren’t happy.

Massachusetts Sports Betting Operators Failed to Attend Roundtable on Gambling Limits

Friday 24 May - 06:22 EDT

Massachusetts sports betting regulators are not thrilled with the majority of operators in the Bay S...
Unibet has officially closed their Indiana online sportsbook as well as other mobile operations across the United States.

Indiana Online Sportsbook Closes Its Doors for Good

Thursday 23 May - 06:31 EDT

Unibet has officially shuddered their Indiana online sportsbook operations.  Officials and customer...
Hawaii sports betting efforts once again failed this year. And yet, it’s becoming clear the issue is making progress at the highest levels.

Despite Another Failure, Hawaii Sports Betting Makes Progress in 2024

Wednesday 22 May - 06:17 EDT

For a fleeting moment, it looked like Hawaii sports betting might get legalized in 2024. And then, n...
Pro sports teams have officially filed their petition to put Missouri sports betting on the November electoral ballot. Will it be successful?

Pro Sports Teams Officially Submit Petition to Put Missouri Sports Betting on November Ballot

Tuesday 21 May - 21:17 EDT

A petition led by pro sports teams in the Show-Me State that would put Missouri sports betting on th...
How must Wisconsin online sports betting be legalized? With calls for the state to change laws, OSB looks at the steps involved.

Will Legalization of Wisconsin Online Sports Betting Require Constitutional Amendment

Tuesday 21 May - 19:45 EDT

  Ever since Wisconsin sports betting launched in November 2021 at tribal operated brick-and-mo...
DraftKings CEO Jason Robbins recently said he's optimistic that Texas online sports betting could be legalized in 2025. But should he be?

DraftKings CEO 'Optimistic' Texas Online Sports Betting will be Legalized in 2025

Tuesday 21 May - 07:04 EDT

Will Texas online sports betting be legalized by 2025? At least one prominent person thinks so. That...
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The Expansion of Kentucky Sports Betting Could be Barometer for Rest of USA Market

Tuesday 21 May - 07:03 EDT

Another sportsbook has officially joined the Kentucky sports betting market. Circa Sports’ mobile ...
Ohio sports betting advertising restrictions are relatively unique. But a recent federal bill may prompt all of that to change.

Are Restrictions on Ohio Sports Betting Advertisements About to Become the New Norm in the USA?

Thursday 16 May - 06:55 EDT

It seems Ohio sports betting officials may have started a trend. The Buckeye State remains at the fo...
Massachusetts sports betting officials are exploring the possibility of joining a United States-wide self-exclusion gambling program.

Massachusetts Sports Betting Regulators Could Add Bay State to USA-Wide Self Exclusion Program

Wednesday 15 May - 15:05 EDT

As the Bay State looks to join the mounting number of places attempting to combat problem gambling, ...
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The Reason Georgia Sports Betting Legalization Failed in 2024

Wednesday 15 May - 06:20 EDT

Another Georgia sports betting bill has officially flopped. The fallout, as always, has people askin...
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It May be a While Before Delaware Online Sports Betting Undergoes Expansion

Wednesday 15 May - 06:20 EDT

When Delaware online sports betting launched to close out 2023, it rolled out with an incredibly lim...
A 2024 Connecticut sports betting study has returned some potentially alarming results. OSB digs into all the details and potential fallout.

A 2024 Connecticut Sports Betting Has Yielded Some Troubling Results

Sunday 12 May - 12:01 EDT

A 2024 Connecticut sports betting study conducted by Gemini Research has revealed some alarming find...
Since the relaunch of Florida sports betting in late 2023, calls to gambling help hotlines have reportedly increased at an exponential rate.

Calls to Gambling Help Hotline Have Reportedly More Than Doubled Since Florida Sports Betting Relaunch

Sunday 12 May - 10:41 EDT

Since the return of Florida sports betting at the end of 2023, there has reportedly been a substanti...
Officials in the Buckeye State are mulling changes to gaming laws that would impact Ohio sports betting licenses not yet in active use.

Officials are Considering Changes to Ohio Sports Betting Licenses

Sunday 12 May - 10:41 EDT

Significant changes may be coming to the process of obtaining—and retaining—Ohio sports betting ...

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