Legal
January 30, 2026
Massachusetts Court Gives Kalshi 30 Days to Restrict Its Offerings in the State
Kalshi’s battle with Massachusetts regulators has entered a new phase after a Superior Court judge gave the platform only a short window to comply with the state’s gambling laws. This case could mark a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to determine whether federally regulated event contracts can continue to offer sports-related markets in jurisdictions […]
Industry
January 23, 2026
Robinhood Seeks Federal Protection as Massachusetts Targets Sports Prediction Markets
Robinhood has launched a legal maneuver to protect itself from Massachusetts regulators. The company has asked a federal judge to prevent the state from enforcing gaming regulations on its growing sports prediction business. The filing closely follows a Massachusetts court ruling allowing enforcement action against Kalshi, placing prediction platforms aiming to operate in the state […]
Legal
January 22, 2026
Kalshi Setback in MA Emboldens Nevada, Reinvigorating Efforts Against Polymarket
Kalshi’s recent setbacks in Massachusetts have emboldened Nevada authorities to double down on their pushback against prediction markets operators Kalshi and Polymarket. This comes amid a broader pushback against the sector and ongoing discourse about the legality of event contracts. Kalshi Suffered a Huge Setback in Massachusetts The prediction markets sector has quickly become the […]
Sports
January 21, 2026
Massachusetts Eyes Major Shake-Up for Online Sports Betting
A newly resurfaced proposal in Massachusetts could completely change the way online sports betting works in the state, and it’s not subtle. Tax Hike and VIP Programs Take Center Stage Senate Bill 302 aims to sharply increase taxes while limiting what people can bet on, and imposing new sets of rules that would change the […]
Casino
January 16, 2026
Springfield Campaign Aims to Limit Drunk Driving Linked to MGM Casino
The City of Springfield introduced the Springfield Safe Ride Home Campaign to help reduce the risk of impaired driving associated with alcohol use and gambling at MGM Springfield. Springfield Launches New Awareness Campaign for Driving Under the Influence Spearheaded by the City of Springfield Department of Health and Human Services (SDHHS) and the Massachusetts Council […]
Casino
January 5, 2026
Encore Boston Sets Record for Highest $1.6M Jackpot Won at Property, State
In 2024, the Encore Boston briefly became the place where a player and dealer had colluded to cheat the casino out of thousands of dollars. Yet, this did nothing to lessen the property’s appetite for high payouts to its patrons. This is precisely what happened in the case of an anonymous Quincy man who was […]
Casino
December 31, 2025
Massachusetts iGaming Push Hits Resistance Due to Lottery Revenue Concerns
Efforts to legalize online casino gaming in Massachusetts are facing renewed resistance, highlighting several unresolved concerns that are leaving many lawmakers hesitant. While iGaming supporters argue that legalizing online casinos would unlock a new tax revenue stream and curb offshore gambling, recent developments suggest lawmakers are in no rush to move forward. The Current Proposal […]
Sports
December 19, 2025
Massachusetts Gambling Operators Should Disclose When Bettors Are Limited
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) voted Thursday to require sports betting operators to notify bettors when their accounts are subject to limits. Under the proposal, operators would likely also be required to explain the reason for the limitation and identify the affected betting markets. MGC Votes on New Rules If adopted, the MGC would become […]
Casino
December 10, 2025
Massachusetts Doubles Down on Anti-Prediction Markets Rhetoric
Suffolk County Superior Court Judge Christopher Barry-Smith has become the latest legal expert in Massachusetts to question whether prediction market platforms, such as Kalshi, could be allowed to operate legally in the Bay State. Kalshi Faces New Pressure in Massachusetts as State Presses On Commenting on the matter, Judge Barry-Smith explored a familiar argument, arguing […]
Casino
December 8, 2025
Massachusetts Towns Get Ready for Financial Troubles as Casino Cash Runs Out
Cities and towns in Massachusetts that have big casinos or are next to them are getting ready for big financial problems. Local Budgets Strain as State Again Diverts Casino Mitigation Money This is happening because lawmakers have taken money away from a special fund. This fund was made to help these places deal with the […]