North America

Catena Media is ‘finalizing preparations’ to launch its sports betting affiliate operations in Kansas, ahead of the state’s official launch on September 8

Catena Media eyes Kansas entry as state launch looms

Catena Media is ‘finalizing preparations’ to launch its sports betting affiliate operations in Kansas, ahead of the state’s official launch on September 1.The company...
VegasInsider 25 years

VegasInsider: 25 years of redefining betting infotainment

Before the repeal of PAPSA, the entire American sports betting industry could be summed up in one word: Vegas.Since 1997, VegasInsider has embodied the...
Kansas sports betting regulations require modification

Kansas receives sports betting blow after regulations rejected

The Kansas Lottery has less than two weeks to make necessary tweaks to its sports betting regulations after some of its proposals were rejected...
CA Dems and GOP oppose Prop 27

Both Democrats and Republicans oppose California’s Prop 27

It's rare for Democrats and Republicans agree on much of anything, but in California, sports betting is bringing them together in that both parties...
Caesars Entertainment has stated that it is "neutral" on the legalization direction it would like to see California undertake regarding sports betting.

Caesars takes ‘neutral’ stance on California sports betting initiatives

Caesars Entertainment has stated that it is "neutral" on the legalization direction it would like to see the state of California undertake regarding sports...
Payments solutions firm Blackhawk Network has received regulatory approval from the New York Gaming Commission and the State of Louisiana to bring its payments and sports betting gift card service to both states

Blackhawk Network approved to enter New York and Louisiana

Payments solutions firm Blackhawk Network has received regulatory approval from the New York Gaming Commission and the State of Louisiana to bring its payments...
MGM Resorts International has announced it has received the necessary governmental clearances for the recommended public offer to the shareholders of LeoVegas.

MGM Resorts receives necessary clearances for LeoVegas purchase

MGM Resorts International has announced it has received the necessary governmental clearances for the recommended public offer to the shareholders of LeoVegas.At the beginning...
Pennsylvania sports betting has undergone a significant year-over-year improvement in July revenue according to the state's gaming control board.

Pennsylvania sports betting revenue sees YoY improvement in July

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has published the state’s gaming revenue figures for July, reporting a slight increase in total revenue year-over-year and...
Leadstar Media has been granted a license from the West Virginia Lottery to partner with and promote legal igaming in the state

Leadstar Media ‘pleased’ to enter West Virginia after igaming licensing approval

Leadstar Media has been granted a license from the West Virginia Lottery to partner with and promote legal igaming in the state. The affiliate and...

VIDEO: Martin Lycka on opening regulatory doors in North America

Entain's SVP of American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling Martin Lycka is always willing to express his opinions, so SBC's Mollie Chapman was eager...

Event News

SBC Summit gives delegates direct access to regulators through new regulatory gaming meet-ups

SBC Summit gives delegates direct access to regulators through new regulatory gaming meet-ups

SBC Summit has launched the Regulatory Gaming Meet-Ups, a new networking initiative that will connect delegates with regulators, market experts, and industry leaders from more than 20 gaming...
Michael Jordan SBC Summit

Michael Jordan, Carsten Koerl, Jason Robins to open SBC Summit 2026

Lisbon, Portugal — SBC Summit 2026 will host one of the most high-profile keynote sessions ever staged in Europe by bringing together three of...
SBC

Applications for SBC Summit’s First Pitch now open

Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of SBC First Pitch, where five early-stage betting and gaming startups will earn the opportunity to...
illegal gaming

How state regulators can adapt to fighting illegal gaming in digital age

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Fighting the massive unregulated and illegal gaming market presents a daunting challenge for state-level regulators.As discussed at this month’s SBC...