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Ghost waving at unanswered text messages

PrizePicks asks court to demand Brennan to respond to subpoena

According to social media, sports betting pioneer Joe Brennan Jr. is currently in Las Vegas attending the Bet Bash conference. Where he definitely is...
An information page for the 1-800-GAMBLER problem gambling hotline on a cellphone

New Jersey council says it plans to take over 1-800-GAMBLER nationwide

The license-holder of the national problem gambling support hotline 1-800-GAMBLER says it will reject the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) attempts to move...
NASCAR driver Ty Dillon as he lands a deal with DraftKings.

Kaulig Racing and driver Ty Dillon ink partnership with DraftKings

DraftKings is expanding its reach in motorsports through a NASCAR Cup Series team.The sports betting and daily fantasy giant secured a partnership with Kaulig...
The Lloyd. D George Federal Courthouse in Las Vegas, Nevada

Maryland pauses Kalshi fight, Nevada pushes for formal discovery

There have been updates in Kalshi's court battles in two states this week as the saga around the prediction markets operator rumbles on.In Maryland,...
ESPN Bet set up as the operator raises its bet limits in Illinois.

ESPN Bet responds to Illinois wager tax with $1 bet minimum

ESPN Bet is the latest operator to respond to the per-wager tax on betting in Illinois.The PENN Entertainment-backed sportsbook raised its minimum bet amount...
Two wired telephone receivers facing each other

NCPG files for arbitration to resolve 1-800-GAMBLER hotline dispute

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has filed for arbitration in the dispute with the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ)...
Cleveland Guardians' Progressive Field stadium in Ohio

OCCC probing Cleveland Guardians case as prop bets question lingers

The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) is working on its own investigation into the situation involving multiple Cleveland Guardians players.Amid a separate Major League...
An view of St. Louis, Missouri

Missouri hears 3 sportsbooks’ pleas for untethered sports betting license

Around 48 hours before Missouri awards its direct sports betting licenses, FanDuel, DraftKings and Circa Sports laid out their cases to the Missouri Gaming...
Oklahoma University as the school's quarterback responds to gambling allegations.

Oklahoma QB denies allegations of betting on college football

A college quarterback is responding to allegations of impermissible sports wagering.Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer is facing scrutiny after screenshots of his personal Venmo account...
A Fanatics Sportsbook kiosk advertising FanCash

Fanatics ties betting rewards to other verticals in new loyalty program

Fanatics is capitalizing on the growth of its sports betting and casino operations in the U.S. with a new beefed-up loyalty program that ties...

Event News

SBC Hall of Fame Class of 2026

DraftKings CEO Jason Robins named among SBC Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026

SBC has announced the five individuals whose achievements and influence have earned them a place in the SBC Hall of Fame class of 2026.The ceremony...
SBC Summit Compliance Tech

Staying ahead of the threat: SBC Summit unveils Compliance Tech Track for 2026

SBC Summit will examine the technologies helping operators detect threats, combat fraud, and strengthen compliance through its dedicated Compliance Tech conference track.Taking place on Thursday, Oct....
SBC Summit First Pitch

SBC Summit reveals 5 First Pitch finalists to showcase next-gen gaming tech

SBC has revealed the five startups that will compete in the 2026 edition of First Pitch, in partnership with BettingStartups, with this year’s shortlist...
SBC Summit The Script

The Script to headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night

SBC Summit 2026’s evening program will open with a headline performance from multi-platinum-selling band The Script, marking one of the largest artist bookings in...