Sports
February 27, 2026
BetStop to Now Cover Lotteries and Other Forms of Gambling in Australia
BetStop, Australia’s self-exclusion program, has already been enjoying a strong uptake among the local populace. People suffering from gambling-related harm have been keen to put their names in the register, allowing themselves breathing room from sports gambling and casinos. BetStop Sees Continued Registrations, Plans for Expansions Mulled The federally-unified program has allowed as many as […]
Sports
February 27, 2026
Jontay Porter Eyes Comeback in Newly Relaunched USBL with Seahawks
Jontay Porter is planning a return to professional basketball, less than a year after his NBA career came to an abrupt end. The former Toronto Raptors forward, who was banned by the NBA in 2024 for illegal betting, says he intends to play next month in the United States Basketball League (USBL). Trying to Provide […]
Sports
February 27, 2026
20 Charged in Connecticut Betting Fraud Case Worth $190,000
Authorities in Connecticut say a widening investigation into an alleged online betting fraud has now led to charges against 20 residents. Officials continue their search for two suspected organizers believed to have coordinated the activity from outside the state. Authorities Uncover DraftKings Chargeback Scam Investigators from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection claim the scheme […]
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February 26, 2026
Analyst Squashes Fearmongering about Prediction Markets Killing Sports Betting
Under the onslaught of prediction markets, trade groups, operators, and analysts have all raised concerns about the future of the traditional sports betting business model. Prediction Markets Not Here to Kill Sportsbooks Regulators are suing prediction markets and accusing them of masquerading as financial products when they tend to emulate sports betting. According to at […]
Sports
February 26, 2026
Sports Bettors Start Throwing Racial Slurs in Wake of Lost Wagers
That sports gamblers get furious over lost wagers shouldn’t surprise anyone. But when lines are crossed, these same bettors need to be cut off. The Premier League’s 2025-2026 season has had several examples of racial abuse heaped on players of color, with sports gamblers resorting to racist slurs to vent their frustration. Sports Gamblers Who […]
Sports
February 26, 2026
Florida’s Gambling Helpline Is Seeing More People Calling, Texting for Help
Florida is experiencing a surge in texts and calls to its gambling helpline, indicative of more people facing gambling-related harm and issues brought on by their participation in online sports betting specifically. Florida Continues to See a Rise in Gambling-Related Problems According to the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling, there were 1,355 calls in 2024 […]
Sports
February 25, 2026
New Study Ties Credit Score Slump to Sports Gambling
A new study produced by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has dug further into the credit scores – as well as delinquency rates – of people in states with sports betting regulation, looking for an impact on the metric brought about arguably by the proliferation of online sports betting. Credit and Auto Loan […]
Sports
February 25, 2026
Regulator Clears Tabcorp Venue-Based In-Play Betting Trial
Australia’s communications watchdog has concluded that Tabcorp did not breach federal gambling rules with its Tap in-play wagering system, a decision that could support the company’s push to strengthen its retail betting network. ACMA Rules Tap In-Play Service Complies With Betting Laws The investigation conducted by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), examined whether […]
Sports
February 25, 2026
Kalshi Finds Itself in Hot Water with NCAA over March Madness Trademark
A request by the NCAA has made Kalshi remove any mentions of “March Madness” as well as other similar terms such as “Sweet Sixteen” and “Final Four”. Now, Kalshi will instead begin using the generic and simple version of a title for an NCAA Division I basketball tournament. The NCAA has continuously addressed Kalshi’s supposed […]
Sports
February 24, 2026
Mexico Proposes Evening Curfew for Gambling Ads
Federal deputy Jerico Abramo Masso from Mexico is determined to limit late-night gambling ads on TV, in a new attempt to enhance protection for children and families. His new bill is aimed at stopping casinos and sports betting companies from promoting their services during what lawmakers call “family viewing hours.” Misleading and Risky Masso pointed […]
