Industry
November 14, 2025
No-Go: MGC Warns Operators on Prediction Markets
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) issued a strong warning to operators on Thursday, making it clear that prediction markets are off-limits in the state. License Revocation, on the Table Unlike some other regulators, Massachusetts didn’t clearly explain what would happen to operators who choose to partner with prediction markets in other states, as the focus […]
Lottery
October 31, 2025
Massachusetts Father Buys Eight Winning Tickets, Shares One with Son
A Massachusetts father has won almost a million dollars from the Mass Cash game. After buying several identical winning tickets, the man decided to share some of the spoils with his son. Former Lottery Winner Scores Eight Wins The man was identified as Eugene Girard, of Norwood, a former winner of a $1 million prize […]
Legal
October 29, 2025
Kalshi Faces Legal Setback as Federal Judge Sends Massachusetts Case to State Court
New York-based prediction market operator Kalshi has suffered a significant legal setback as a federal judge ruled that the platform’s ongoing legal battle with the state of Massachusetts must proceed in a state court rather than a federal one. This ruling marks a procedural win for Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell, who seeks to prevent […]
Lottery
October 17, 2025
Massachusetts Trust Claims $4M 100X Grand Prize
A lottery trust in Massachusetts has turned a gas stop visit into an unforgettable $4 million payday. This came after a trust member purchased a 100X ticket at a gas station in Lowell. Candy 2025 Trust of Lowell Secured $4M Prize According to the announcement, the Candy 2025 Trust of Lowell, an organization based in […]
Lottery
October 10, 2025
Massachusetts Man Wins $1M from the Lottery
A Massachusetts man has won a life-changing $1 million prize from the Massachusetts Lottery. While this wasn’t the game’s top prize, it will still significantly beef the man’s retirement funds. Shadfar Will Invest in His Retirement The lucky winner was identified as Jamshid Shadfar, of Worcester. According to reports, the man was playing the […]
Sports
September 15, 2025
Massachusetts Sues Kalshi Over Alleged Unlawful Sports Betting
Massachusetts has launched a civil lawsuit against Kalshi, a prediction market platform. The state claims the company runs what boils down to unlicensed sports betting under the guise of “event contracts.” Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell filed the case on Friday in Suffolk Superior Court. The lawsuit aims to stop Kalshi’s sports markets in Massachusetts […]
Casino
August 29, 2025
Audit Shows Weaknesses in Massachusetts Gaming Supervision
A new audit of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has raised worries about how the agency watches over casinos and the state’s booming sports betting scene. State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s office did the review, looking at how things ran from July 2020 to June 2023. It pointed out a bunch of problems that might hurt […]
Industry
August 21, 2025
Massachusetts Considers Legal iGaming & Sweepstakes Ban
Lawmakers in Massachusetts have introduced a proposal that would legalize iGaming, while introducing a strict ban on sweepstakes. This comes amid a broader pushback against sweeps, as well as increased efforts to expand the US online casino space. The Proposal Envisions Up to 3 Skins Per Operator Massachusetts, which already allows online sportsbooks and lottery […]
Lottery
August 18, 2025
Massachusetts Man Wins $4М Top Prize from State Lottery
A lucky Massachusetts State Lottery player has claimed the final $4 million top prize in the “$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler” game, the lottery announced Thursday. Player Claims $4M Massachusetts State Lottery Win The winning ticket was purchased at the fittingly named Winners Corner Market in North Andover. The odds of winning the top prize in this […]
Industry
August 7, 2025
Massachusetts Sees Concerning Rise in Problem Gambling
According to recent research from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, monthly gamblers in Massachusetts are experiencing greater engagement in sports betting, more intense gambling activity, and an increase in gambling-related harms. The legalization of sports betting in the state has been partially blamed for this trend. Study Finds Concerning Trends Among Massachusetts Gamblers Rachel Volberg, […]
