North America

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BETER enters Indiana and Iowa through bet365 partnership

European technology supplier BETER has entered two new U.S. states through its partnership with bet365.BETER has launched in Indiana and Iowa after receiving approvals...
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Prime Sportsbook files for bankruptcy ahead of planned Plannatech sale

Prime Sportsbook has filed for bankruptcy ahead of a planned takeover by its current technology provider Plannatech.Chief Operating Officer Jon Richards told SBC Americas...
The FanDuel Sportsbook logo on a building in Chicago

New FanDuel Predicts app will launch sports contracts in December

The prediction markets arms race continues for betting operators, and FanDuel is ready to hit the ground running next month.The U.S. market-leading sportsbook's parent...
Men shake hands as Florida lawmakers consider a measure that criminalizes sports bribes.

Florida reconsiders making gambling with insider info a felony

Florida lawmakers are making another attempt to criminalize wagering on sports with insider information as two major pro sports leagues deal with gambling scandals.Rep....
The Polymarket logo on a phone with trading markets on a laptop screen in the background

PrizePicks’ Polymarket partnership will vary from state to state

When PrizePicks launches its prediction market platform across the U.S., it will have the power of a returning Polymarket behind it.PrizePicks announced on Tuesday...
Person on the steps as Matt Kalish steps down as president of DraftKings.

DraftKings Co-Founder Kalish stepping down as president, will remain on board

One of the co-founders of U.S. gaming giant DraftKings is relinquishing his role.DraftKings President Matt Kalish will step down from his role as president...
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VGW shuts down sweeps play in West Virginia

VGW has cut another state out of its dual-currency sweepstakes model, as it will end all Sweeps Coin play in West Virginia this month.A...
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MLB and sportsbooks set bet limits on individual pitches

Days after two Major League Baseball pitchers were indicted over allegations of pitch manipulation for the purposes of betting, the league and its partner...
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CA judge hands tribes first loss in sports contract legal battle

A Northern California District Court judge delivered tribes with gaming interests their first loss in a series of legal battles against event contract firms...
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New York lawmaker moves bill to ban most sports event contracts

The issue of prediction market platforms offering event contracts on sports already stretches from gaming regulators to the courts. Now, it's also up for...

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...