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Washington, D.C. as lawmakers in DC discuss online casino legislation.

DC Council holds lengthy hearing on bill to add iGaming, ban sweeps

The online casino bill introduced by Washington, D.C. Councilmember Wendell Felder underwent a comprehensive evaluation during a Monday hearing with lawmakers and stakeholders.The Council...
The DraftKings logo against a brick wall

DraftKings President: microbets next for prediction markets

DraftKings President of Operations Paul Liberman would prefer a world in which sports betting is legal in all 50 states. For now, the company...
Denver, Colorado, with the Coors Field ballpark in the foreground

Colorado sports betting protections bill not ‘antagonistic’ to industry, says sponsor

The wide-ranging Colorado responsible gambling and sports betting protections bill passed through its first House committee on Monday evening, as its sponsors insisted it...
Aerial view of Baton Rouge with the Louisiana State Capitol in the foreground

Louisiana passes bill to make illegal gambling a racketeering felony

Louisiana is on course to make operating a dual-currency sweepstakes casino and other illegal gambling products a racketeering offense punishable by up to 50...
Senate hearing as the chamber plans to have select members discuss sports betting integrity.

Senate sports betting hearing on tap after prediction markets ban

A U.S. Senate subcommittee plans to discuss the integrity of sports betting and prediction markets, marking another Congressional hearing related to gaming amid scandals...
Azteca Stadium in Mexico City

Stake launches as authorized operator in Mexico ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Renowned online gambling operator Stake officially launched in Mexico on Monday.The company confirmed in a release that its stake.mx sites will operate with a...
The interior of the Minnesota Senate chamber

Prediction markets ban passes Minnesota Senate

The Minnesota Senate voted Thursday to ban prediction market platforms from operating in the state.Senators approved Sen. John Marty's Senate File 4511 on April...
Formula 1 driver as Caesars signs a deal with ALT Sports Data to provide new betting markets.

Caesars taps ALT Sports Data to enhance Formula 1 betting markets

Caesars Entertainment is bolstering its Formula 1 offerings for sports wagering through a new partnership with ALT Sports Data.On Friday, ALT Sports Data and...

How NBA path on prediction markets differs from U.S. leagues

The NBA's public comment to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regarding prediction markets paints a stark contrast to other pro leagues.The CFTC published...
Aerial view of Yankee Stadium in New York

New York bill would create prop bet task force to study risks

A New York Senator believes the state needs to take a long, hard look at prop bets to decide whether the potential risks are...

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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...