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April 22, 2026
Churchill Downs to Acquire Intellectual Property of Preakness Stakes, Black-Eyed Susan Stakes
Churchill Downs has confirmed that it is looking to acquire the intellectual property, trademarks, and associated rights for the Preakness Stakes and Black Eyed Susan Stakes. Churchill Downs Moves on Preakness Stakes IP and Associated Rights According to a press release, the company has entered into a definitive agreement with 1/ST Maryland LLC, the current […]
Sports
April 22, 2026
Las Vegas Authorities Dismantle $8M Illegal Betting Network
Law enforcement agencies in Las Vegas have broken up an alleged multimillion-dollar illegal betting operation following a lengthy investigation that involved federal and state regulators. A 57-year-old local resident, William West Roberts, now faces multiple criminal charges tied to unlicensed gambling activities and suspected financial misconduct. Tip-Off Sparks Investigation into Multi-Million Betting Ring The probe […]
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April 21, 2026
LeoVegas’ GoGoCasino Secures Sports Betting License in Sweden
LeoVegas is expanding its clout in the European market through a new sports betting license in Sweden with the company’s GoGoCasino brand. Thanks to this expanded presence, GoGoCasino may now offer sports betting options through its proprietary Tiger sportsbook. GoGoCasino Expands Swedish Footprint with Sportsbook Rollout Commenting on this expansion, LeoVegas chief product and technology […]
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April 21, 2026
DraftKings Hacker Who Helped Steal 600K Sentenced to 30 Months
The US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York has confirmed the sentencing of one Kamerin Stokes, 23, known as “TheMFNPlug,” who pled guilty to one count of conspiring to commit computer intrusion. He will spend the next 30 months in a federal prison with three years of supervised release and will have […]
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April 20, 2026
FanDuel Files for New Trading Arm Without CME Link
FanDuel is determined to create a new futures commission merchant (FCM), in an attempt to enhance its flexibility in the fast-growing prediction markets space. The application was submitted on April 9 by New Ventures III, a FanDuel-owned entity, according to a filing with the National Futures Association. The development was first spotted by PredictionMarketPulse. FanDuel […]
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April 20, 2026
Ohio Commits $1M to Support Gambling Treatment Efforts
The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services has awarded an $1 million contract to the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio to help bolster the state’s efforts in mitigating the impact of gambling-related harm. This is an important step forward, boosting the state’s services available to people who may be struggling with their gambling […]
Sports
April 17, 2026
HBCU Athlete Julius Reese Denies Involvement in NCAA Betting Scandal
Julius Reese, one of the basketball players mentioned in an NCAA gambling scandal, has issued a statement in which he denied any involvement in gambling. Reese Cooperated with the NCAA and Has Been Cleared Reese, who is a former North Carolina A&T guard, posted the statement on his social media accounts amid an ongoing scandal […]
Sports
April 17, 2026
DraftKings Outlines Expansion Plans for Alberta, Canada
DraftKings has confirmed that it will be among the 32 or so companies looking to gain entry in Alberta, Canada. As the province is preparing to launch its online sports betting and iGaming industry, DraftKings is among the leading names to join the fray. Alberta Will Be Second Canadian Opportunity for DraftKings The company will […]
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April 17, 2026
Ex-NBA Guard Set to Admit Guilt in Expanding Betting Probe
Former professional basketball player Damon Jones is preparing to change his plea in a major US gambling investigation. He positions himself as the first defendant among dozens to accept responsibility in the sweeping case. Damon Jones to Change His Plea in Expanding Gambling Probe A federal court in Brooklyn is scheduled to hear the plea […]
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April 16, 2026
Tyga Enters 1win VIP Program, as Platform Blends Crypto and Entertainment
1win continues to evolve its VIP ecosystem, bringing global rapper Tyga into its high-tier community while reinforcing its positioning as a crypto-first entertainment platform. The update follows several days of speculation across social media, after the artist was spotted boarding a branded 1win private jet and later shared content featuring the brand. Confirmation was subsequently published via the 1win […]