Gambling News - 'Sports'
Industry
January 29, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Push New Rules and Taxes for Fantasy Sports Industry
Virginia lawmakers are taking steps to change how daily fantasy sports companies do business in the state. Delegate Paul Krizek introduced House Bill 145, which just passed its first test. A House subcommittee voted to send the bill to the Appropriations Committee, with all members in favor. Virginia Lawmakers Target Fantasy Sports With New Taxes […]
Industry
January 28, 2026
NFL Super Bowl Projected to Attract Record Volume of Bets
The upcoming Super Bowl is expected to be one of the most bet-on events ever as experts predict that fans will wager up to $1.7 billion. Super Bowl to Generate $1.7B in Wagers Set to take place next month, the culmination of the NFL season will see the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks […]
Sports
January 28, 2026
FBI Investigating More NBA Games
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is supposedly looking into more games and more NBA players, in the wake of two major investigations that implicated league aces Jontary Porter and Terry Rozier in match-fixing schemes. Porter has since been banned from the NBA game for life, and efforts to play overseas have been somewhat hindered. […]
Industry
January 28, 2026
UK Plans to Boost Gambling Regulator Fees as Budget Tightens
The UK government has started asking the public what they think about raising the fees that gambling companies pay for licenses. This move aims to help the UK Gambling Commission stay afloat as it costs more to regulate the industry. New UK Consultation Outlines Tiered Gambling Licence Fee Increases The Department for Culture, Media and […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
Circa Sports Becomes the Kansas City Royals’ New Partner
Circa Sports, a Las Vegas-based sports betting company, has penned a new partnership with the Kansas City Royals, a Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise. The agreement will see the two parties join forces to unleash a plethora of engaging experiences for fans of the MLB team. A Royal Partnership According to the announcement, the partnership […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
AGA Sees OpenBet, Sportradar Quit Possibly over Prediction Markets
The American Gaming Association (AGA) finds itself in a rough spot. On the one hand, the trade group has always maintained, critically with the key of its members, that the interests of the gambling industry in the United States are well aligned with economic, societal, and political goals. AGA Sheds Two More Members as Prediction […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
PrizePicks Launches Prediction Markets in California
PrizePicks has launched a new prediction market offer in the state of California, with the company looking to scale up its presence in this prominent space, which has attracted interest from giants such as DAZN, MLS, and even the President of the United States. PrizePicks Goes Ahead with Prediction Market in California As sports gambling […]
Industry
January 27, 2026
Kalshi Taps Former Biden Administration Insider to Lead in DC
Kalshi has recently had a close brush in the United States, where the company narrowly avoided having its sports event contracts shut down last Friday, when a judge who previously agreed that the platform’s products are not just financial tools said he would need more time to deliberate and arrive at a decision. Kalshi Brings […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
Polymarket Teams up With Major League Soccer in Latest Groundbreaking Deal
In the latest expectation-defying move, Polymarket, one of the world’s largest prediction market platforms and a recent arrival to the United States, has become the official partner of Major League Soccer. MLS Brings Polymarket On Board to Tap into Fan Sentiment In the same move, the company has also become an official partner for the […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
Colorado Bettors Back Broncos as Super Bowl LX Odds Take Shape
NFL playoff season sparked a betting frenzy across Colorado, with many fans showing unwavering support for the Denver Broncos despite slim chances and challenging opponents. In Black Hawk casinos, fans placed bets on their home team ranging from small amounts to hefty sums, showing hope that often goes beyond the numbers. $25K Broncos Bet Highlights […]