Casino
January 9, 2026
Florida Senator Pushes Broad Gambling Overhaul and Strips DEI Rules
A Florida lawmaker wants to change how the state oversees gaming, crack down on illegal gambling, and get rid of diversity rules in state law. Sen. Clay Yarborough brought this big plan to the 2026 legislative session. His proposal aims to make major changes to laws about illegal slot machines, online betting sites, and more. […]
Sports
January 9, 2026
Missouri Fights Chiefs’ Betting Rights as Team Plans Kansas Move
A new clash has broken out in Missouri’s legislature. State lawmakers are pushing forward rules that might take away the Kansas City Chiefs’ sports betting perks once the team moves to a planned dome stadium over the border in Kansas. This push comes after the team’s December news about a multi-billion-dollar project in Wyandotte County. […]
Casino
January 8, 2026
FanDuel Wants Lawsuit Citing 300YO Gambling Law Thrown Out
FanDuel and DraftKings are both facing legal pressure. DraftKings has just been hit with a new lawsuit by a Michigan resident, alleging the gambling firm failed to follow prescribed consumer protection guidelines, resulting in harm. FanDuel Won’t Have Truck with Century-Old Statutes FanDuel, on the other hand, is grappling with the legalese of a statute […]
Sports
January 8, 2026
Lawsuit Targets DraftKings, Alleges Illegal Gambling Offering
A new class-action lawsuit was filed with the US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan on December 30, targeting DraftKings over what the plaintiff, one Michael Koester, alleges are systemic breaches of gambling laws across the country. This accusation comes only a few days after DraftKings and Mindway AI partnered to strengthen consumer […]
Industry
January 8, 2026
Analyst Downplays Prediction Markets’ Threat to Sports Betting Sector
The quick growth of prediction markets in the last year has worried investors, but new research suggests these markets do not shake up traditional sportsbook operators as much as headlines suggest. Analyst Says $8B Wallet Shift Doesn’t Threaten Major Sportsbook Operators Fresh numbers from Citizens Equity Research show that about 5% of legal US sports […]
Industry
January 7, 2026
Iowa Hopes to Toughen Stance on Illegal Gambling
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) may soon wield additional powers, allowing it to address sectors of the gambling industry that the regulator deems illegal. IRGC May Soon Get the Power It Needs to Go After Illegal Gambling A new proposal will be part of the new legislative session, which is due to get […]
Sports
January 7, 2026
Ohio Sports Betting Hits Record Handle in November
The sports betting market in Ohio blew up in November 2025, and it has online activity to thank for it. While big names like FanDuel and DraftKings pulled away from smaller competitors, brick-and-mortar sportsbooks continued to fade. Sports Betting Revenue Up 35.5% The Buckeye State reported $133 million in sports betting revenue, marking an important 35.5% […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Growing Demand to Scrap Rule Favoring New Betting Shops on UK High Streets
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces increasing pressure to change gambling laws. Hundreds of elected officials and campaigners have asked the government to get rid of an old rule that makes it hard for councils to stop new betting shops from opening. Critics Say Outdated Gambling Policy Fuels Slot Shop Growth The debate centers on […]
Sports
January 6, 2026
DraftKings Adds Mindway AI Tool to Boost Responsible Gaming Center
DraftKings has beefed up its responsible gaming options by adding Mindway AI’s Gamalyze tool to its Responsible Gaming Center. This new interactive resource aims to educate players and make them more aware. This change shows how the industry is moving towards using behavioral science and tech to help people play more in regulated gaming. DraftKings […]
Sports
January 6, 2026
No Arena Racing Company (ARC) Broadcasts on Betfred since New Year’s Eve
Since New Year’s Eve, no Arena Racing Company (ARC) races have been broadcast in Betfred shops, after the media rights deal between the two parties came to an end. Media Rights Become Too Costly The reason for the blackout is that the agreement between Betfred and the UK’s largest racetrack operator expired at the beginning […]
