North America

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Underdog Sports’ California users can no longer play against the house

Another leading daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator has shifted its footing in California as the status of the gaming vertical in the state remains...
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Woman who included children in suit against DraftKings reaches settlement

The woman who included her two children in a lawsuit filed in New Jersey against DraftKings for allegedly violating state consumer law has settled...
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NCPG granted restraining order to keep 1-800-GAMBLER online

Conflict between the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) and the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) could put the national 1-800-GAMBLER...
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Why a $100 sports bet translates to $1.55 for the sportsbooks

Many state lawmakers may tell you that the major sportsbooks like FanDuel and DraftKings are printing money. Longtime industry participants will tell you that...
A hand of money as FanDuel received fines from Iowa's gaming regulator.

Iowa regulator fines FanDuel $125K for multiple violations

FanDuel is paying the price for multiple compliance violations in Iowa.The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission levied a $125,000 fine on FanDuel for five...
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PredictIt hails ‘victory’ as CFTC allows it to expand prediction market

In what may be the latest sign that the Trump-era Commodity Futures Exchange Commission (CFTC) is prepared to take a more lax stance on...
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Player Protection Stage puts RG in the spotlight at SBC Summit 2025

SBC Summit 2025 will once again shine a light on the industry's responsibility of safeguarding players, with a dedicated Player Protection stage running throughout...
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MA GOP party exec opposes $10M DraftKings NFT settlement

The $10 million class action lawsuit DraftKings agreed to settle regarding its NFTs and a fantasy-based gaming product is being objected by a Massachusetts...
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CA sweeps bill advances, but will the supplier provision advance with it?

So far, AB831, the California legislation designed to prohibit sweepstakes gambling in the state, is now two for two on advancing out of committee...
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WWE steps into online casino with existing partner Fanatics

Fanatics Betting and Gaming is teaming up with World Wrestling Entertainment to introduce WWE to the world of online casino.The operator announced it will...

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...