North America

A plane takes off from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada

Nevada regulator tells licensees to be careful about online gaming abroad

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) recognizes that online gambling is changing quickly, and issued new policy guidance to its licensees to clarify how...
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Nevada regulator takes Polymarket to state court over event contracts

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has gone on the offensive against Polymarket, filing a civil enforcement action in Carson City District Court against...
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West Virginia sports betting, iGaming tax hikes on table for 2026

A West Virginia delegate has filed separate bills that would raise the tax rates for both online sports betting and online casino gaming.Del. Adam...
People complete a deal as Allwyn completes its acquisition of a majority stake in PrizePicks.

Allwyn closes $1.5B acquisition of majority stake in PrizePicks

The blockbuster deal for a majority stake in fantasy sports giant PrizePicks is finalized.European lottery firm Allwyn announced the closing of its deal to...
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Virginia may consider banning credit cards for sports betting

Virginia could be the latest state to discuss the idea of banning the use of credit cards for online sports betting.Delegate Marty Martinez has...
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South Carolina I-95 casino push could hinge on environmental issues

A bill that would legalize commercial land-based casino gaming in certain areas of South Carolina is set to be considered again in 2026, potentially...
Do not enter sign as Nevada regulators aim to blacklist former bookie Matthew Bowyer from state casinos.

NGCB votes to ban Mathew Bowyer from Nevada casinos

The illicit use of cash from an illegal gambling operation by Mathew Bowyer is resulting in further consequences for the former bookie, who was...

Breaking down bet365’s state-by-state revenue during NFL season

Since the overturning of PASPA in 2018, the U.S. online sports betting market has been led by two major players, FanDuel and DraftKings, but...
NCAA basketball as the organization deals with its latest gambling scandal.

NCAA basketball players included in federal indictment for point shaving

The integrity of college sports in America is being questioned again with a federal indictment that alleges point shaving by a large group of...
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FanDuel Predicts live in all 50 states, adds sports in California and Texas

It took FanDuel less than four weeks to move from debuting a prediction markets product in the U.S. to having it live and operational...

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...