North America

Panel at NCLGS featuring Josh Sterling

Kalshi’s lawyer goes hard at state-regulated gambling

Anyone who has attended a gaming conference will tell you that panels are regularly devoid of conflict and debate.That was not the case during...
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Flutter takes 100% control of FanDuel with $1.7B Boyd buyout

If you ever wondered what FanDuel was worth, now you (sort of) know.Flutter Entertainment and Boyd Gaming announced on Thursday that the companies have...
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DraftKings to pay back $3M to Connecticut players in promo settlement

DraftKings is returning $3 million to customers in Connecticut following an investigation by the state’s Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) into the operator’s bonus...
Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto

Cortez Masto’s attempt to stop gambling tax fails, but she’s not done

A second federal lawmaker in the space of four days has filed a bill looking to undo the change made by the One Big...
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VGW is now charging customers sales tax when they buy Gold Coins

Sweepstakes and social gaming leader Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW) has begun charging its customers sales tax on purchases of Gold Coins in several U.S. states.VGW...
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Caesars launches universal digital wallet for Nevada sportsbook

Caesars Entertainment is looking to capitalize on its omnichannel potential by connecting its Las Vegas cachet with its online betting experience.Caesars has launched a...
Panelists at Canadian Gaming Summit 2025

Is it time for gambling to lean more heavily into gamification?

Amid big industry changes and an ever-increasing stream of competition, from prediction markets to sweepstakes and social casinos to other entertainment forms, do online...
A picture of Meta as the company changes its advertising rules for online gambling.

Meta updates ad rules for real money and social gaming

Meta is changing its vetting process for online gambling ads on several platforms.The tech conglomerate implemented new advertising rules for gambling-related marketing materials shared...
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How you doin’? BetMGM releases first Friends-themed slot

If you're an online casino player and a Friends fan, BetMGM will be there for you.The operator has teamed up with London-based studio Atlantic...
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Maine online casino bill lies stagnant after governor’s inaction

There will be no answer until January 2026 to the question of whether or not Maine's approved bill to legalize online casino will become...

Event News

SBC Summit SBC Connect

SBC Summit 2026 rolls out structured networking, powered by SBC Connect

SBC Summit is giving delegates greater control over who they meet in Lisbon, with a new structured networking program, powered by SBC Connect, that...
SBC Global Prediction Markets Forum

SBC unveils new Global Prediction Markets Forum in Lisbon 

SBC has announced the launch of the Global Prediction Markets Forum, a new standalone event dedicated to one of the fastest-evolving sectors in betting...
SBC Summit

SBC Summit’s new masterclasses bring hands-on training to delegates

SBC Summit will introduce three expert-led Masterclasses in 2026, giving delegates practical training in sportsbook trading, electronic gaming and responsible gaming marketing.Running from September...
Affiliate Leaders Awards Shortlist

Meet the Nominees: Affiliate Leaders Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed

SBC has revealed the shortlist for the second edition of the Affiliate Leaders Awards, taking place at Lisbon’s MEO Arena on Wednesday, September 30.More...