Prediction Markets
March 24, 2026
Study Says Prediction Markets Users Lose Money Faster than Sports Bettors
A new report by Citizens Equity Research analyst Jordan Bender, based on anonymized wallet data from tracking platform Juice Reel, finds that retail users on prediction market platforms are performing worse than those betting through legal US sportsbooks. Study Shows Prediction Markets Users Lose More The report found that the median return on investment for […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
Blask Report Highlights Offshore Platform Dominance in the US
A new analysis from AI market analytics platform Blask shows that despite years of legalization and rapid growth, offshore operators remain the dominant force in the US gambling sector. The firm’s 2025 assessment of the US online gambling landscape reveals an enormous, yet fragmented market that operates through a patchwork of distinct state-level systems. Revenue […]
Industry
March 12, 2026
LVCVA: Las Vegas Sees More Sports Bets and a Change in Visitor Demographics
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has released its 2025 Visitor Profile report, revealing several notable insights about the city, showing that spending on sporting events nearly doubled, while visitors also increased their spending on attractions. Sports Have Had a Significant Role in Increased Las Vegas Visitors As Las Vegas continues to host […]
Industry
March 4, 2026
Study Sees Surge in Young Men Seeking Help for Gambling in Ontario
According to a new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, the number of young men reaching out to Ontario’s mental health helpline for gambling-related issues has surged by over 300% since the province legalized private online gambling. More Men Are Seeking Help The study reported that for boys and men aged 15 to […]
Sports
February 27, 2026
More Americans Are Betting on Sports Despite Integrity Concerns
A new national survey suggests sports wagering is becoming increasingly mainstream. According to a poll conducted by Deseret News in partnership with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, 28% of Americans say they have placed a bet on a sporting event through a sportsbook website or mobile app. The findings showcase the dramatic shifts in the […]
Industry
February 10, 2026
University of Sheffield Study Warns Gambling Ad Regulations Are Insufficient
According to a study from the University of Sheffield, existing regulations on gambling advertising may be inadequate, following new findings showing that television adverts substantially affected betting behavior during the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Researchers Warn of the Effects of Gambling Ads Lead author of the study, Ellen McGrane, a research associate at the University […]
Lottery
January 28, 2026
Analysts See iLottery as an Emerging Powerhouse in US Gaming
Analysts are increasingly confident that iLottery could become one of the US gaming market’s most successful verticals as it benefits from a rare combination of consumer familiarity, political palatability, and untapped digital potential. Online lottery offerings are also able to scale without provoking the same level of controversy as newer betting products. iLottery Has Substantial […]
Industry
January 27, 2026
Irish Study Links Childhood Gambling to Adult Addiction
An increasing body of evidence shows that initial gambling experiences may leave lasting marks throughout a person’s life. A new Irish study shows that children who experience gambling face higher chances of developing gambling addiction problems later in life. These results are increasingly concerning, given the increasing exposure of children to gambling content. Early Exposure […]
Casino
January 21, 2026
UNLV: Vegas Slots Are Gradually Increasing Their Hold Percentage
A recent study by the UNLV has suggested that slot machines in Nevada are getting tighter, to players’ dismay. And if so, is the slot machine hold percentage still within the legal frame? Gamblers Have Been Feeling that Slots Are Getting Tighter For context, Nevada law requires all machines to have a return-to-player metric (RTP) […]
Industry
January 20, 2026
New Ipsos Poll Shows Growing Doubts over Sports Integrity in the USA
Confidence in the integrity of American sports is wavering, and the rise of gambling may be to blame. According to a new national survey from Ipsos, fans have grown increasingly skeptical about the fairness of games over the past two years, even as betting participation continues to rise. More and more Americans believe that broadcasts […]
