Gambling News - 'Arizona'
Lottery
November 26, 2025
Arizona Lottery Player Wins $12.8M Jackpot from The Pick
A lucky player in Arizona has won a huge prize just in time for Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. The lucky ticket awarded the fortunate lottery enthusiast with a prize of $12.8 million. The Prize Comes Just in Time for the Holidays According to the Arizona Lottery, a player in Scottsdale won the latest jackpot […]
Casino
November 24, 2025
Arizona Man Arrested at Isleta Casino Selling 10,000 Fentanyl Pills
A man was arrested and could go to jail for life after attempting to sell thousands of fentanyl pills. According to the US Attorney’s Office, District of New Mexico, in September 2025, 35-year-old D.A.H., Jr. started messaging an undercover agent from the Isleta Police Department on Facebook about the sale of thousands of fentanyl pills. […]
Industry
November 19, 2025
Arizona’s September Betting Report Outlines Mixed Results
The Arizona Department of Gaming has published its latest monthly sports wagering report, highlighting a decrease in revenue despite a double-digit increase in sports betting handle. The department added that, in September, the market continued to be dominated by FanDuel. Arizona’s Recorded Strong Handle, Weaker Revenue According to the Department of Gaming, sports betting […]
Legal
November 5, 2025
Tucson Sugar Skulls File Lawsuit over Failed Arizona Sports Betting License Bid
The Tucson Sugar Skulls, a team participating in the Indoor Football League, have taken legal action against two high-profile law firms and several of their partners. The team accuses the defendants of legal malpractice and breach of fiduciary duty after a failed attempt to secure a sports betting license in Arizona. The Team Sought an […]
Lottery
November 4, 2025
Arizona Player Wins $174K Fantasy 5 Jackpot
While the unusual Mega Millions Halloween drawing failed to elect a jackpot winner, a lucky player in Arizona has celebrated the time of their life with a six-figure prize from a different game. A Lucky Player Has Won the Big Fantasy 5 Prize According to the report, a player in Arizona won the $174,000 Fantasy […]
Casino
September 19, 2025
Arizona Warns Gamblers to Avoid Illegal Websites
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has issued a warning to residents to be wary of what websites they register to gamble with. As September is traditionally Responsible Gaming Education Month, the ADG reminded players to be careful about registering at non-licensed or offshore gambling websites. Arizona’s Gambling Watchdog Urges Consumers to Be Cautious of […]
Casino
August 20, 2025
Gambling Regulators in the US Continue with Crackdowns
Regulators in the United States are up in arms against the offshore gambling market, which continues to encroach on their home turf, undermining tax revenue and more. This week has brought new regulatory action against the sector as a result. More Websites Blocked in Michigan Due to Lack of License The Michigan Gaming Control Board […]
Sports
June 23, 2025
FanDuel Shutters Physical Sportsbook Amid Weak Results
FanDuel has decided to shutter its PHX Arena retail sportsbook in Arizona, citing poor results. The arena, which hosts the Phoenix Suns, a prominent National Basketball Association (NBA) franchise, was supposed to be an excellent venue for the company’s operations, tapping into the fanfare and excitement surrounding home games. FanDuel to Reform Major Venue as […]
Industry
June 5, 2025
Arizona’s Pushback Against Prediction Markets Continues with Letter to CFTC
Arizona’s fight against prediction markets continues as the local gaming regulator asked the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to take action. This comes amid continued controversies involving these novel product offerings. Prediction Markets Remain a Point of Contention Prediction markets have been all the rage, offering fans a way to engage with a variety of […]
Industry
May 23, 2025
Arizona Becomes the Latest State to Oppose Prediction Markets
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has ordered three major prediction markets to cease and desist. This is the latest effort to stutter sports-event contract providers’ rapid and somewhat controversial growth. Prediction Markets Face Pushback The ADG’s latest regulatory action saw it send cease-and-desist letters to Crypto.com, Kalshi, and Robinhood, all of which have been […]