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Multiple Ohio online sportsbooks are shutting down operations in The Buckeye State after failing to secure an adequate market share.

Three Ohio Online Sportsbooks Have Officially Closed Their Doors

Thursday 15 August 12:10 EDT

Multiple Ohio online sportsbooks have officially closed their doors. During the month of July, Betway Sportsbook, Betfred Sportsbook and Superbook all announced that they would no longer offer sports betting […]

Since the launch of New Hampshire sports betting, DraftKings has held a monopoly over online operations. When might that change?

Will New Hampshire Sports Betting Ever Branch Out Beyond Draft Kings?

Thursday 15 August - 12:08 EDT

Ever since New Hampshire sports betting launched in 2019, DraftKings has held a monopoly over online...

The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Commission, which oversees Kentucky sports betting, has hired a Chief Operating Officer.

The Commission that Oversees Kentucky Sports Betting has Hired Its First Ever Chief Operating Officer

Thursday 15 August - 12:06 EDT

The committee that oversees Kentucky sports betting has made a groundbreaking hire. And it stays a l...

Is Montana online sports betting legal? Yes. Sort of. The laws are clear, but the rollout is a little complicated. OSB is here to clarify.

How Does Montana Online Sports Betting Actually Work?

Thursday 15 August - 12:05 EDT

Is Montana online sports betting legal? It’s a question that gets asked a lot. In fact, that’s b...

If Idaho sports betting is ever going to be legalized, The Gem State may have to address a complicated past with legal gambling issues.

A Complicated History with Legal Gambling Could Derail Idaho Sports Betting Outlook

Thursday 15 August - 11:12 EDT

The discussion surrounding Idaho sports betting in 2024 is what it’s been for years. This is to sa...

After a two-year investigation by the Florida Gaming Commission and state police, the Sunshine State has closed 11 illegal casinos.

Florida Gaming Commission Investigation Results in Closure of 11 Illegal Casinos

Thursday 15 August - 07:29 EDT

In cooperation with the Volusia Sheriff Office, the Florida Gaming Commission helped shut down 11 il...

The future of Alabama sports betting looks hazier than ever after some officials walked back their support on the issue during 2024 negotiations.

Did Alabama Sports Betting Lose Existing Support During the Last Round of State Legislative Meetings?

Wednesday 14 August - 14:30 EDT

Year after year, even as various initiatives fail, it always seems like Alabama sports betting is tr...

According to PlayTexas, Dallas officials plan to investigate the impact that the legalization of Texas casinos could potentially have.

Dallas Officials Plan to Explore Potential Impact of Texas Casinos and Destination Resorts

Wednesday 14 August - 14:30 EDT

What type of an impact would Texas casinos and destination resorts have on the region? Officials in ...

Potawatomi's Wisconsin sportsbook launched an online sports betting app early this year. But can you access it from anywhere?

A Wisconsin Sportsbook Is Launching an Online Betting App

Wednesday 14 August - 14:26 EDT

A Wisconsin sportsbook is planning to launch an online sports betting app that aims to streamline th...

State tribes are hoping that on-site California sports betting will be able to launch in 2026, with online wagering following in 2028.

Tribes Want Retail California Sports Betting to Launch in 2026

Wednesday 14 August - 11:00 EDT

Could legal California sports betting launch during the 2026 calendar year? Tribes in the state appa...

The latest Mississippi online sports betting bill failed in 2024. This raises the question: When will the Magnolia State change their tune?

When Will Mississippi Online Sports Betting be Legalized?

Thursday 08 August - 03:31 EDT

Heading into 2024 legislative meetings around the United States, many experts and industry insiders ...

The Missouri sports betting petition submitted by the state’s pro sports teams is reportedly nearing verification. But what happens then?

Verification of Missouri Sports Betting Petition Expected to Come Soon

Thursday 01 August - 03:29 EDT

The Missouri sports betting petition submitted by the market’s pro sports teams has officially ent...

It turns out the initial projections for Kentucky sports betting revenue in 2024 were wrong. This is to say, they weren’t optimistic enough.

Governor Andy Beshear Says Kentucky Sports Betting Revenue Continues to Exceed Projections

Wednesday 24 July - 05:49 EDT

It turns out the projections for Kentucky sports betting revenue in 2024 are going to be off by a su...

Could the United State Supreme Court’s non-decision in Florida have any impact on the future of Georgia sports betting legalization talks?

Has Florida Laid the Blueprint for the Legalization of Georgia Sports Betting?

Wednesday 24 July - 04:50 EDT

Months after another failed attempt to legalize Georgia sports betting, industry experts and enthusi...

The Bally Bet app has debuted inside the Massachusetts sports betting market, making it the seventh online operator to enter the Bay State.

Massachusetts Sports Betting Market Officially Adds Bally Bet App

Wednesday 24 July - 04:50 EDT

Another online operator is officially joining the Massachusetts sports betting market. To kick off J...

San Francisco Giants Players Opened Up About Threats from Fans Aggrieved by MLB Bets

Tuesday 23 July - 00:15 EDT

In a recent conversation with USA Today, a handful of San Francisco Giants players opened up about r...

Could the Decline of Horse Racing Prompt Interest in the Legalization of Idaho Sports Betting?

Friday 19 July - 02:07 EDT

Horse racing interest in the Gem State appears to be on the gradual decline. Is it possible this tre...

While in Texas for the 2024 All-Star Game, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred offered his thoughts on recent baseball betting scandals.

MLB Commissioner Comments on Baseball Betting Scandals While in Texas for All-Star Game

Thursday 18 July - 07:09 EDT

While in attendance for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game hosted by the Texas Rangers, Major League Basebal...

Though the latest Minnesota sports betting bill has officially failed, multiple reports are suggesting it was close to being approved.

It Turns Out the 2024 Minnesota Sports Betting Bill was Closer to Legalization Than Portrayed

Thursday 18 July - 07:09 EDT

The push to legalize Minnesota sports betting failed yet again this year. But could the next piece o...

A recent poll shows that a majority of would-be voters support the prospective legalization in Texas sports…to an extent.

Poll Shows Lone Star State Voters Support Texas Sports Betting Legalization...Sort Of

Wednesday 17 July - 03:48 EDT

A recent poll conducted by the Texas Hispanic Policy Foundation found that a majority of would-be vo...

Could the legalization of Missouri sports betting prove pivotal to keeping the Kansas City Chiefs NFL franchise inside the state long term?

Is Missouri Sports Betting Key to Keeping Kansas City Chiefs in the State?

Wednesday 17 July - 03:48 EDT

The push for Missouri sports betting has always been higher-stakes. But it’s about to become even ...

Gaming Attorney Offers Florida Sports Betting Tips for 2024 Olympics in Paris

Tuesday 16 July - 01:23 EDT

For the first time, Florida sports betting will be live during the Olympics. And naturally, there's ...

Experts believe that Alabama sports betting legalization could become more likely if the state follows the example set by Florida.

Experts Think Alabama Sports Betting Could Follow Florida’s Lead

Tuesday 16 July - 01:23 EDT

After another attempt to legalize Alabama sports betting failed this past year, many are wondering w...

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...

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...

OSB Ohio State Likely To Win 11 Times This Regular Season

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...

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