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 […]
Sports
February 24, 2026
Return of the Giants: Mayweather and Pacquiao Confirm Vegas Sphere Fight
Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao will step into the ring again to compare strength and skill on September 19 at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The fight is set to stream globally on Netflix. The announcement comes shortly after Mayweather confirmed plans to come out of retirement following his 2026 exhibition match against Mike […]
Sports
February 24, 2026
New York Bill Pushes Monthly Betting Reports for Users
A recently introduced measure in the New York State Assembly could reshape how online sports wagering platforms interact with their customers by obliging operators to give detailed monthly activity summaries. Lawmakers Push for Mandatory Account Statements in Betting Apps The proposal filed by Assemblymember Anna Kassay, seeks to amend existing gambling legislation to require licensed […]
Sports
February 24, 2026
USA Wins Olympic Hockey Final Amid Surge in Betting Activity
The men’s Olympic hockey final between the United States and Canada delivered a dramatic finish on the ice and triggered exceptional engagement across betting markets and prediction platforms worldwide. Thrilling Olympics Men’s Hockey Final Delivers Gold for USA Sportsbooks reported that the matchup ranked among the most wagered hockey events in recent memory. At DraftKings, […]
Sports
February 24, 2026
Connecticut Police Officer in Hot Water Over Stolen Money to Fund Gambling
The story of Karl Jacobson, an ex-cop, bears a striking resemblance to that of a Virginian colleague who also fell foul of the law over gambling issues. Jacobson held an upstanding position in the New Haven Police Department, serving as its chief, before an investigation into his use of informant money suggested that he had […]
Sports
February 20, 2026
South Carolina Sports Betting Bill Faces Political Hurdles
Lawmakers in South Carolina are again weighing whether to permit online sports wagering, reopening a debate that has lingered for years in one of the few remaining states without legalized betting. Lawmakers Push Regulated Sports Betting to Keep Funds In-State The proposal, known as Senate Bill 444, would establish a regulated market overseen by a […]
Sports
February 20, 2026
Guardians Pitchers’ Betting Lawsuit Might Move to October
The federal fraud lawsuit against Cleveland pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz could be delayed until the baseball season ends, after both players pleaded not guilty in New York this week. Farm-Animal Code Words Surface in Baseball Fraud Probe At a hearing in Brooklyn, US District Judge Kiyo A. Matsumoto hinted that the trial now […]
Sports
February 19, 2026
DraftKings, FanDuel Want the Early Sports Betting Worm in Arkansas
FanDuel and DraftKings are looking to secure licenses that would allow them to operate sportsbooks in Arkansas, with the gambling behemoth seeking to team up with local casinos. Commenting on these developments for KNWA/FOX24, Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration Scott Hardin confirmed that the companies had indeed submitted bids and are now awaiting final […]
Sports
February 19, 2026
Rush Street Interactive Ends Banner Year with Q4 Gains
Rush Street Interactive posted its best yearly results ever after wrapping up 2025 with an all-time high revenue, growing profits, and ongoing growth of its online casino customer base across North and South America. RSI Revenue Tops $1.1B as Earnings Accelerate in 2025 The online betting and gaming company brought in about $1.13 billion in […]
Sports
February 18, 2026
NBA Fines Reflect Pressure from Gambling Companies, Reporter Says
Former Washington Post reporter and current co-host of the “Greatest of All Talk” podcast, Ben Golliver, said that one reason NBA commissioner Adam Silver has begun issuing hefty fines to teams is that he is being pressured by gambling companies. Golliver Talks About the Relationship Between NBA Fines And Gambling Companies Talking on the “Jim […]
