New capital funding values Underdog at more than $1.2B
Underdog has announced a new Series C funding round led by Spark Capital that lifts the company's pre-money valuation to more than $1.2 billion.The...
UFC fighters officially suspended amid illegal gambling probe
The Nevada Athletic Commission is handing suspensions to a pair of UFC athletes. The regulator of combat sports in the Silver State has suspended UFC...
Illinois DFS must not prioritize sportsbooks, committee hears
At an Illinois Senate Gaming, Wagering and Racing Committee meeting on Tuesday, lawmakers were urged not to give major online sportsbooks preferential treatment if...
Gambling-specific debit card completes $17M seed round
A third-party responsible gaming solution has made its debut with strong financial support. EDGE Boost has launched as a first-of-its-kind solution providing users with a...
Massachusetts subpoenas Robinhood over sports prediction markets
Robinhood recently launched a new slate of sports event trading markets. Within days, they have come under scrutiny from at least one state.Massachusetts Secretary...
Florida bill would stop ex-regulators taking betting jobs
After the Executive Director of the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) left to take a senior role with FanDuel, a Florida lawmaker is looking...
bet365 partners with Cardinals ahead of Missouri opening
Ahead of Missouri launching commercial online sports betting later this year, bet365 has positioned itself to take a big swing in the Show-Me State...
Alaska House bill aims to authorize up to 10 online sportsbooks
Alaska is the latest state to consider legislation to legalize online sports betting.Alaska may offer multiple sportsbooks HB 145 proposes Alaska to offer up to...
Kalshi turns to IC360 to beef up event contract consumer protection
Amid continued scrutiny, prediction markets operator Kalshi has unveiled new measures which it says are focused on strengthening protections for its users and ensuring...
OpenBet completes $450M management buyout from Endeavor
OpenBet has completed its $450 million management buyout from WWE and UFC owner Endeavor Group Holdings as the latter company continues to exit the...
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SBC Summit’s new masterclasses bring hands-on training to delegates
SBC Summit will introduce three expert-led Masterclasses in 2026, giving delegates practical training in sportsbook trading, electronic gaming and responsible gaming marketing.Running from September...
Meet the Nominees: Affiliate Leaders Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed
SBC has revealed the shortlist for the second edition of the Affiliate Leaders Awards, taking place at Lisbon’s MEO Arena on Wednesday, September 30.More...
Q&A: Loserball’s Jonathan Gruber on entering a competitive gaming market
SBC Summit Americas 2026 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., provided key stakeholders from around the world an opportunity to discuss the landscape of online gaming.Loserball...
SBC Summit explores invisible KYC and AI-powered design in iGaming
SBC Summit 2026 will examine how operators can craft smoother, smarter and more engaging experiences for online casino players through its dedicated iGaming Product...