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SBC Summit Americas strengthens startup focus with BettingStartups

SBC Summit Americas has teamed up with BettingStartups to strengthen its support for early-stage companies, with a clear focus on helping founders connect with...
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Ohio regulator turns up heat on Kalshi with planned $5m fine

Ohio's gaming regulator has upped the ante on Kalshi by announcing that it intends to fine the prediction market platform $5m.The Ohio Casino Control...
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Louisiana House passes second bill targeting sweepstakes casinos

Louisiana Representatives continued a two-pronged attack on sweepstakes casinos by unanimously approving a bill to ban the vertical on Tuesday.House members voted 98-0 to...
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Minnesota Senators zoom in on sports betting and prediction markets

Minnesota lawmakers discussed a bill that aims to bring online sports betting to the state through federally recognized tribes on Tuesday, after they advanced...
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SBC Summit Canada 2026 to tackle shifting affiliates and ads landscape

Amid increased scrutiny on gambling advertising across North America, SBC Summit Canada 2026 will explore how operators and affiliates can adapt their marketing strategies to stay competitive while...
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Kentucky Assembly overrules Gov. Beshear’s veto of betting bill

This article was updated on April 15 after votes in the General Assembly on April 14.Kentucky's General Assembly overrode Gov. Andy Beshear's veto of a...
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BetMGM online casino business growing amid lowered guidance

BetMGM showcased the viability of its online casino business despite failing to meet Wall Street expectations in the release of its latest business update...
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BetMGM CEO says prediction markets competition driving up costs

The continued expansion of prediction markets into sports and marketing overdrive is affecting BetMGM, but the different platforms cater to different audiences when it...
DC landscape as lawmakers in the jurisdiction consider a bill to ban sweepstakes and authorize online casino gaming.

DC to weigh gaming expansion through online casino measure

A district lawmaker in Washington, D.C., introduced legislation that would legalize online casino gaming, while also implementing a ban on online sweepstakes casinos.Councilmember Wendell...
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Kalshi sues Montana after second order, claims broken promise

Kalshi has sued another state, claiming in a new federal court filing that officials in Montana reneged on a previous agreement not to pursue...

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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...