Bill to ban sweepstakes in CT awaits Gov. Lamont’s signature
The Connecticut House passed the bill to ban sweepstakes casino already approved by the Senate, leaving Gov. Ned Lamont’s signature as the last step...
Arizona gambling regulator tackles CFTC over prediction markets
The head of the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has criticized the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for allegedly failing to take a firm...
Louisiana sweepstakes casino ban ready to take flight
As long as Louisiana's governor agrees, the Pelican State will become the second in the U.S. to explicitly define and ban online sweepstakes casinos.The...
VGW founder wants to acquire full ownership of sweeps giant
VGW founder Laurence Escalante is preparing to take full control of the company in a deal that values the world’s largest sweepstakes casino operator...
Illinois approves plan to charge sportsbooks for every individual bet
Illinois has embraced the idea of taxing online sportsbooks more, and the state is at it again.On the final day of May, the state's...
Genius Sports supports sports event contracts if CFTC prioritizes integrity
Data and integrity firm Genius Sports supports prediction markets offering sporting event contracts, but only if the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) implements stringent...
Bill to disband Texas Lottery Commission heads to Gov. Abbott’s desk
A measure to dissolve the Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) was passed in both legislative chambers leaving Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature as the last step...
Indiana eliminates range of sports betting supplier licenses
Indiana's governor is clearing up red tape, and it affects how the state's sports betting industry will continue to do business.After July 1 this...
Optimove: Sweepstakes gaining new players much faster than online casinos
Amid intense scrutiny on their status as an online gambling offering in the U.S., digital sweepstakes platforms are growing their player base at around...
GeoLocs partners with ARGOS to deliver unified compliance solution
GeoLocs is providing operators with a compliance solution through a new partnership.The London-based geolocation provider for casino, lottery and sports betting operators has secured...
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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...
Five questions with PrizePicks head of RG Phil Sherwood about responsible gaming
Following up on recent discussion around responsible gaming and player protection at this month's SBC Summit Americas in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., SBC Americas spoke...
SBC Summit to examine what effective player protection looks like in practice
As expectations around player safety continue to evolve, operators face increasing pressure to detect signs of gambling-related harm earlier and implement more effective interventions....
SBC Summit Americas 2026: Big topics and lasting connections
SBC Summit Americas 2026 welcomed industry professionals from across North and Latin America last week, with discussions around prediction markets and a series of...