North America

Road sign about swift exit

Underdog getting out of sports betting as of Dec. 16

It was fun while it lasted and only ever existed in one state, but it appears Underdog Sportsbook's run is over.Underdog has informed users...
President Donald Trump

Trump mostly dodges the question of federal gambling tax changes

A major change in how gambling tax is calculated is just a couple of weeks away, and it does not sound like rectifying the...
Weights as ARB Interactive strength its legal and public policy teams.

PCH owner ARB Interactive strengthens legal & public policy teams

The owner of Publishers Clearing House is bolstering its legal and public policy teams as it plans to expand its reach in the social...
A notice booklet as Washington regulators send a notice about prediction markets.

Washington regulator believes prediction markets offer ‘unauthorized activity’

The Washington State Gambling Commission is the latest regulator to take a hard stance against the operation of prediction markets.The commission posted a notice...
Louisiana Gaming Control Board Chairman Christopher Hebert

Louisiana joins list of regulators with anti-sports contract stance

Louisiana's gaming regulator is the latest to warn its licensed sportsbooks that offering prediction markets on sports breaks state law and may impact their...
Three checkmarks on a chalkboard

FanDuel latest defendant in California DFS class action spree

The same law firm representing the plaintiffs in class action lawsuits against DraftKings and PrizePicks in California earlier this year has another fantasy sports...
A money bag as Bally's secures new financing.

Bally’s secures $1.1B in term loans to support NY casino expenses

Bally’s Corporation amended a term loan agreement, providing the company with $1.1 billion in financing just days after securing a downstate casino license in...
theScore logo on the top of the company's Toronto office building

Longtime ESPN exec Ravitz to lead theScore media division

As PENN Interactive looks ahead to 2026 and beyond, it has drafted a longtime ESPN executive to lead its theScore media business across North...

MA court will rule on Kalshi injunction in January

Though a Massachusetts judge heard arguments from both Kalshi and the state's attorney general on Tuesday, it will be a month or so before...
ESPN mic as the company plans to reimagine its ESPN Bet Live program.

ESPN Bet Live to undergo retooling after dissolved PENN deal

The disintegration of the partnership between ESPN and PENN Entertainment to operate ESPN Bet has also led to programming changes for the “Worldwide Leader...

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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...