North America

Quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who is under investigation by the Ohio Casino Control Commission.

Ohio gaming regulator to investigate Texas Tech QB Sorsby

The alleged illicit betting activity of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is drawing the attention of a state gaming regulator, as the NCAA also...
DraftKings Predictions

DraftKings predictions in Q1 earnings include trading dominance

DraftKings does not possess a crystal ball that shows how the CFTC or Supreme Court will settle the long-term future of prediction markets in...
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Prediction Markets Weekly: Kalshi reaches new heights, JPMorgan shares new guidelines

The prediction market sector got off to a hot start in May.Each Friday at SBC Americas, we highlight some of the biggest headlines and...
A judge as Kalshi receives favorable legal news in Arizona.

Kalshi granted preliminary injunction in Arizona after initial denial

Kalshi received a favorable ruling in Arizona after a district court judge reversed a decision to deny the prediction market an injunction against the...
The Colorado House as the chamber expects to consider a sports betting protections bill.

Expansive Colorado sports betting bill heads to House floor

A measure that makes sweeping changes, including enhancing responsible gaming standards and procedures in Colorado, continues to gain momentum after two House subcommittees advanced...
FanDuel

What will FanDuel CEO Amy Howe earn in Flutter severance?

The established U.S. market leader in online sports betting is making a major leadership change, as FanDuel CEO Amy Howe left the company Wednesday...
SBC Americas provides the latest workforce changes in gaming.

Hires and Higher-Ups: BetMGM, PrizePicks, ProphetX and more

The start of a new month brings a new round of hires, exits and promotions in gaming.Each week, SBC Americas highlights the latest workforce and organizational changes...
FIFA soccer ball as New Jersey considers a bill to add a 10% tax for World Cup online sports wagers.

World Cup bets surcharge bill appears in New Jersey

New Jersey Rep. Michael Venezia wants to generate additional tax revenue for the Garden State by charging residents to place 2026 FIFA World Cup...
A person cutting a credit card as Ohio considers a regulatory credit card ban.

Ohio regulator proposes credit card ban for gaming accounts

The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) proposed an amendment to state gaming rules to ban credit card deposits for gaming accounts.Earlier this week, the...
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, who will decide on a sweepstakes ban bill.

Oklahoma legislature passes sweepstakes ban, governor undecided

Oklahoma is a governor’s signature away from becoming the latest U.S. market to ban the operation of online casino games and sweepstakes, or dual-currency,...

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...