A picture of Meta as the company changes its advertising rules for online gambling.

Meta updates ad rules for real money and social gaming

Meta is changing its vetting process for online gambling ads on several platforms.The tech conglomerate implemented new advertising rules for gambling-related marketing materials shared...
The California Capitol building, which houses the state's Senate

California committee advances sweeps ban but asks why the rush?

What exactly is going on behind the scenes of the push to ban online sweepstakes casinos in California, who would the bill punish, what...
Panelists at Canadian Gaming Summit 2025

Talking U.S. gambling tax hikes at Canadian Gaming Summit

Several states have passed legislation this year to increase the tax rate that online sports betting operators pay on their revenue. But how much...
Hand with notebook holding microphone

Opinion: It’s time to change up online casino legalization messaging

As lawmakers and stakeholders get ready to congregate in Louisville, Kentucky for the summer meeting of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States...
Defy the Odds Co-Founder Sue Schneider

Schneider: Patchwork nature of US iGaming industry could use mending

As one digs deeper into the innovation ecosystem in the gaming industry, the challenges presented by policies and regulations become more evident.Gambling policies established...
Sign prohibiting several types of sports

Everything you need to know about the California AG DFS opinion

A full 18 months after being asked to issue it, California Attorney General Rob Bonta's office has released its highly anticipated opinion on the...
A MLB baseball sits as a player faces an investigation for gambling.

Report: Guardians pitcher Ortiz under MLB investigation for gambling

American professional sports are dealing with another player-related gambling probe.According to a report from The Athletic, Cleveland Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz is being investigated...
Bourbon Street in Louisiana's New Orleans

Louisiana Attorney General says sweepstakes casinos are illegal

Louisiana's chief legal officer says online sweepstakes casinos should be considered illegal in the state.The state's Attorney General Liz Murrill issued a formal legal...
A dog being told no

California court rejects Underdog’s request for TRO in DFS case

A California court has rejected fantasy and sports betting operator Underdog Sports' attempts to prevent Attorney General Rob Bonta from issuing his reportedly forthcoming...
President Donald Trump speaks as the One Big Beautiful Bill is considered.

One Big Beautiful Bill could hurt pockets of professional gamblers

A version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) could heavily impact gamblers' wallets.The Senate version of President Donald Trump's tax and spending...

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...