North America

A file cabinet as Maryland lawmakers consider two new bills that aim to ban online sweepstakes casinos.

Maryland to consider two bills that aim to ban sweepstakes casinos

The Maryland Senate Budget and Tax Committee wants the Old Line State to become the latest U.S. market to approve a ban on online...
A happy playful dog jumping up at its owner

NFA grants Underdog FCM status for event contracts

Underdog has been offering event contracts for months via a technology deal with Crypto.com. Now, it has been approved to operate as a Futures...
A road sign welcoming drivers into Maine

Rush Street Interactive will seek partner for Maine online casino

Maine Gov. Janet Mills' approval of legalized online casino was a pleasant surprise for operators who believe the northeastern state's tribal-exclusive iGaming market could...
A person sending a letter as the AGA and IGA send a letter to Congress about sports event contracts.

AGA & IGA call for Congress to use crypto bill to change event contracts

Two of the largest trade associations in the gaming industry are urging Congress to take action against the offering of “unregulated” sports event contracts.American...
Winants Hall at the campus of Rutgers University in New Jersey

New Jersey public schools must offer on-campus problem gambling help

All public post-secondary institutions in New Jersey are now mandated to provide on-campus education about gambling risks and how to access problem gambling supports.Gov....
The cover of issue 38 of SBC Leaders magazine

SBC Leaders: European taxes and US prediction market fault lines

Tax rises are not necessarily the nightmare scenario that the betting and gaming industry fears, Paf CEO Christer Fahlstedt tells the latest issue of...
A retro slot machine showing three 7s

SlotMatrix launches retro-inspired Crazy 777 slot in US

EveryMatrix's SlotMatrix has launched Crazy 777, a retro-inspired online slot game, for the U.S. market.The world’s largest casino content aggregator's newest title is designed...
The Fred D. Thompson U.S. Courthouse and Federal Building in downtown Nashville, Tennessee

Kalshi sues Tennessee, alleging conflicting stance on sports contracts

Kalshi has sued the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council (SWC) in federal court after it, along with competitors Polymarket and Crypto.com, received a cease-and-desist letter...
Paul Krizek as he introduces a new gaming bill in Virginia.

There’s a second attempt to create gaming commission in Virginia

A lawmaker in Virginia wants to make changes to how gaming is regulated in the state.Del. Paul Krizek introduced House Bill 271, proposing the...
Two people swapping cellphones

Gaming operators admit 1-800-GAMBLER changeover was tough to handle

Last year gamblers and operators alike experienced a significant change in how problem gambling support is provided across the U.S., as the National Council...

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...