Regulators set to check if downstate casino projects can afford to move forward
The New York State Gaming Facility Location Board has recommended licenses for the three downstate casino projects, but there is a long way to...
Gov. Hochul signs New York sweepstakes gaming ban into law
After several months in limbo, New York officially banned casino and sportsbook-style sweepstakes gaming on Friday after Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a legislature-approved bill...
DraftKings receives CFTC and NFA approval for DraftKings Predictions
DraftKings is one step closer to being able to launch its DraftKings Predictions product in the U.S. after receiving key federal approvals.DraftKings Predictions, officially...
Former Aristocrat Gaming CEO Hector Fernandez to lead IGT
The former CEO of Aristocrat Gaming is joining IGT to lead the company after it underwent a rebrand and completed a major transaction.IGT announced...
Nevada regulators want Wayne Nix blacklisted from casinos
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) unanimously voted to nominate illegal bookmaker Wayne Nix for inclusion in the state's so-called "Black Book," thereby excluding...
Georgia committee recommends the legalization of sports betting
The topic of online sports betting is being raised again in Georgia after a Senate study committee recommended legalizing the gaming vertical in the...
Fanatics Casino enlists tech platform Flows to power jackpot rewards
Fanatics Casino is leveraging a gaming technology provider's services to reward users across several regulated online casino markets.European gaming technology provider Flows announced a...
NFL won’t risk brand by jumping into prediction markets, says Goodell
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league will take a wait-and-see approach to sports prediction markets, suggesting the current regulatory uncertainty and litigation enveloping...
Massachusetts commissioner says Fanatics’ college bets fine not enough
Massachusetts' gambling regulator has fined Fanatics $20,000 for accepting bets on an in-state college football team, a punishment one commissioner labeled too lenient.The Bay...
Maine lawmaker wants to ban operation of sweeps casinos and sportsbooks
Maine is the latest state to consider a piece of legislation that aims to prohibit online sweepstakes.Sen. Craig Hickman introduced Legislative Document 2007, which...
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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...
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 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...
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...