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FanDuel Predicts rolls out with five-state initial launch

If you are a fan of prediction market products, Christmas has come early. The list of new prediction market apps keeps growin and now...
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Major sportsbooks threaten to exit Chicago on Jan. 1

The members of the Sports Betting Alliance have informed Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson that, if things don't change, they will be forced to cease...
A rocket launch as DraftKings launches its prediction market.

DraftKings makes entry into prediction markets with standalone app launch

DraftKings is officially making its entry into the prediction market space with the launch of a standalone app.On Friday, DraftKings launched of DraftKings Predictions,...
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Slot jackpot tax increase will go into effect in time for 2026 taxes

The IRS has published updated guidance confirming that the casino slot tax reporting threshold has almost doubled for 2026.As first reported in July, the...
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TwinSpires stays undefeated in Michigan ADW legal challenge

Churchill Downs continued its undefeated streak against the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) in the legal battle over advance-deposit wagering (ADW) apps. The Sixth...
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The five most-read stories on SBC Americas in 2025

In our editorial meetings, it sure seemed like prediction markets were all anyone was talking about in 2025. However, when looking at the most-read...
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Does banning player props solve the college sports betting problems?

As reports rise of student-athletes receiving more abuse related to sports betting and incidents continue to emerge of players themselves being integrated in betting...

Sportsbook operators leverage IGT PlaySports’ experience and resources to navigate challenging scenarios

SBC caught up with IGT PlaySports Head of Sports Trading Tony DiTommaso to break down NFL and college football trends, as well as the...
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Prediction markets dominate conversation at NCLGS conference

For the gaming industry, it's been virtually impossible to stop talking about prediction markets in 2025 as various financial exchanges extended into sports contracts...
Defy the Odds Co-Founder Sue Schneider

Schneider: Shouting out the innovative companies in gaming

Sports Betting Hall of Famer Sue Schneider is back with more monthly insights from the world of startups. This time she delivers some tough love for...

Event News

SBC Summit Western Europe

SBC Summit to examine regulation, tech, and market competition in Western Europe

SBC Summit’s dedicated Western Europe track will help operators navigate the mounting pressures facing the region’s mature gambling markets, including tighter regulation, black-market activity,...
Affiliate Leaders Summit

Affiliate Leaders Summit to feature dedicated track on Platforms & Performance

The Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026 will examine the technologies, engagement strategies and content models underpinning modern affiliate performance through the dedicated 'Platforms & Performance'...
SBC Global Prediction Markets Forum

SBC’s Global Prediction Markets Forum to confront sector’s toughest questions

Prediction markets have gone from a niche curiosity to one of the most contested questions in global gambling. Are they a financial product, a...
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...