Michael Molter 
Underdog Fantasy has filed an emergency lawsuit in California, aiming to stop Attorney General Rob Bonta from issuing what could be a game-changing opinion on the legality of daily fantasy sports (DFS) in the state. SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Filed in Sacramento Superior Court, the Underdog … Read more
NBA free agent Malik Beasley is under federal investigation for allegedly betting on NBA games and player props during the 2023–2024 season while with the Milwaukee Bucks. Suspicious betting activity flagged by a major U.S. sportsbook reportedly centered on Beasley’s stats, making him the third … Read more
New Zealand has granted TAB NZ exclusive rights to online sports betting while preparing to launch a regulated iGaming market in 2026. Gauteng, South Africa, legalized online casinos with strict consumer safeguards, new tax policies, and zoning restrictions. Both moves highlight a growing global consensus: … Read more
New Jersey hiked its online gambling tax to 19.75%, up from 13% for sports betting and 15% for iGaming. Operators tied to low-revenue casinos like Caesars Atlantic City, Ocean Casino, and Monmouth Park may face an existential threat. Rising costs and shrinking margins could push … Read more
Critics call California AB 831’s last-minute amendment a ‘backroom ban’ as the tribal-backed bill is changed to target casino-style digital games. SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California lawmakers have launched a dramatic new front in the nationwide crackdown on online sweepstakes casinos. Assembly Bill 831, once a … Read more
Florida is seeking to shut down a lawsuit that threatens the legality of its exclusive online sports betting agreement with the Seminole Tribe. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida is fighting to protect its multi-billion-dollar gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe, filing a motion to dismiss the … Read more
Drake shared on Instagram that he lost $8,253,686 betting on sports last month via crypto sportsbook Stake. The rapper wagered a staggering $124.5 million in 30 days, including an $800K bet on OKC in the NBA Finals. Social media reactions slammed the post as out … Read more
Wyoming lawmakers are drafting a bill to double the state’s online sports betting tax rate from 10% to 20%, aiming to boost revenue and bring the state in line with national norms. Despite generating over $645 million in wagers and $66 million in operator revenue … Read more
Bovada lists Joey Chestnut as the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest betting favorite for 2025 (-2500 odds) after he announced he will be competing this year. CONEY ISLAND, N.Y. – Competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut has confirmed he will return to the 2025 Nathan’s Famous … Read more
In a pivotal week for online gambling regulation, New York and Connecticut moved to outlaw sweepstakes casinos through sweeping legislation, while Louisiana rejected new laws in favor of stricter enforcement under existing authority. NEW YORK – Three states have each taken different approaches toward regulating … Read more
The Brazil sports betting market could see a raise on its tax from 12% to 18% of Gross Gaming Revenue, sparking backlash from licensed operators. The new tax measure, effective immediately but pending Congressional approval, could push the total tax burden above 56%. Senators are … Read more
Three-time NBA champion D-Wade sees 1-on-1 matchups as the next frontier for basketball betting, setting out the outline for his idea on his podcast. MIAMI – Dwyane Wade may have retired from the NBA, but he hasn’t stepped away from the game or the business … Read more